Can being criticised as a leader also be a sign of success? 

The answer, according to Fiona David, is yes. A lawyer and anthropologist by training, Fiona helped lead the development of the Global Slavery Index. Today she is the CEO and Founder of Fair Futures. In this episode, she share her strategies for turning criticism and tough feedback into positives as a leader.  
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Can being criticised as a leader also be a sign of success?&nbsp;
The answer, according to Fiona David, is yes. A lawyer and anthropologist by training, Fiona helped lead the development of the Global Slavery Index. Today she is the CEO and Founder of Fair Futures. In this episode, she share her strategies for turning criticism and tough feedback into positives as a leader.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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Leadership takes courage and resilience. Host and founder of Future Women, Helen McCabe shares insights from some of the most influential women on the sometimes complex challenges faced by women on the path to senior leadership. Leadership thought-leaders will inform and at times challenge your thinking on what it means to be leader and advise you on how to build respect and loyalty from your team members. Future Women is a club for women to connect, learn and lead. To find out more go to futurewomen.com

Leadership takes courage and resilience. Host and founder of Future Women, Helen McCabe shares insights from some of the most influential women on the sometimes complex challenges faced by women on the path to senior leadership...

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Fiona David's guide to making criticism count 

Intro: Meet Dr Siri Chilazi 

Wanting 'the best person' for the job 

Process design: Pre-defining success 

Behavioural science and the rejection letter 

Retiring the CV and the panel interview 

Promotable vs non-promotable workplace tasks 

Real-time feedback and self advocacy 

Quickfire: The power of observation 

Final advice: Drive your own career 

Bonus: Helen McCabe on managing older staff 

What is the best and fairest way to find top talent? 

Dr Siri Chilazi is a senior researcher at the women and public policy program at Harvard Kennedy School. She looks at research-backed ways to boost fairness and gender equality in the workplace. In this episode, she speaks with series producer Odessa Blain about the most common hiring mistakes and leaders should set about fixing them. 

Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on managing older employees. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com. 
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What is the best and fairest way to find top talent?&nbsp;
Dr Siri Chilazi is a senior researcher at the women and public policy program at Harvard Kennedy School. She looks at research-backed ways to boost fairness and gender equality in the workplace.&nbsp;In this episode, she speaks with series producer Odessa Blain about the most common hiring mistakes and leaders should set about fixing them.&nbsp;
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on managing older employees. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hello@futurewomen.com">hello@futurewomen.com</a>.&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">Join the movement to fast-track your professional development.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.futurewomen.com/home/welcome-fw-membership/">Become an FW member today</a>.</li>
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Dr Siri Chilazi on how to hire the best 

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Intro: Staying relevant in the age of AI 

Recruitment truths: How to sell your skills 

In-demand sectors: Health, STEM and care 

Predicting the unpredictable: AI in 2025 

How AI is changing the hiring process 

Augmentation versus automation 

The 'purple person' skillset 

Retention and the IMPACT framework 

The era of the autodidact 

The unplugged phenomenon: In-person presence 

How to answer job ads 

What are some of the best ways to remain relevant in the age of AI? This panel discussion, recorded live at the FW Leadership Summit, will help you to identify the skills required to futureproof your career and avoid being left behind. With Jobs and Skills Australia's Cliff Bingham, CSIRO's Stefan Hajkowicz and Hudson's Kimberley Hubble. Moderated by journalist Leila McKinnon. 
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What are some of the best ways to remain relevant in the age of AI? This panel discussion, recorded live at the FW Leadership Summit, will help you to identify the skills required to futureproof your career and avoid being left behind. With Jobs and Skills Australia's Cliff Bingham, CSIRO's Stefan Hajkowicz and Hudson's Kimberley Hubble. Moderated by journalist Leila McKinnon.&nbsp;
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How to futureproof your career 

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Intro: Meet Jasmin Bedir 

Muscling into the creative space 

The 'annoying' employee narrative 

From curious to capable 

Fearless leadership and team synergy 

Leading with predictability and empathy 

Checking your biases when hiring 

Killing the 'meeting after the meeting'

Running towards the fire with clients 

Advice: Don't fit the system, change it 

Bonus: Managing a friend and petty problems 

Why are organisations so often afraid of taking on a challenging, passionate employee? 

Jasmin Bedir is a powerhouse creative and CEO of advertising agency Innocean. In this episode, she speaks with Helen McCabe about innate influence, hiring and being a self-described "annoying" employee. 

Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on managing friends and lateness. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com. 
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Why are organisations so often afraid of taking on a challenging, passionate employee?&nbsp;
Jasmin Bedir is a powerhouse creative and CEO of advertising agency Innocean. In this episode, she speaks with Helen McCabe about innate influence, hiring and being a self-described "annoying" employee.&nbsp;
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on managing friends and lateness. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hello@futurewomen.com">hello@futurewomen.com</a>.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Join the movement to fast-track your professional development.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.futurewomen.com/home/welcome-fw-membership/">Become an FW member today</a>.</li>
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Jasmin Bedir on why you should hire the diva 

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Fiona David's guide to making criticism count

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