How do we change as leaders over time? 

As CEO of the Group of Eight Universities, Vicki Thomson is one of the most important figures in Australia's education sector. In a former life she was also Chief of Staff to ex-South Australian Premier John Olsen. In this episode, she reflects on her leadership evolution from being a tough boss who "didn't suffer fools" to becoming an expert at "herding cats".
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How do we change as leaders over time?&nbsp;
As CEO of the Group of Eight Universities, Vicki Thomson is one of the most important figures in Australia's education sector. In a former life she was also Chief of Staff to ex-South Australian Premier John Olsen. In this episode, she reflects on her leadership evolution from being a tough boss who "didn't suffer fools" to becoming an expert at "herding cats".
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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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Vicki Thomson on how to build compromise

For almost two decades, Lana Jones was a principal dancer at the Australian Ballet, celebrated for lead roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, and The Sleeping Beauty. And still, she was told she was “too strong”. After an illustrious career, Jones stepped away from the spotlight to retrain as a midwife. In this episode, Lana joins Briana Blackett to discuss how being “too strong” has helped her soar – from the stage to the delivery room.
Too Much is a podcast series proudly supported by Victoria Police, who are looking for more women to join their ranks. Consider making the switch and explore a career with Victoria Police.
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For almost two decades, Lana Jones was a principal dancer at the Australian Ballet, celebrated for lead roles in Swan Lake, Giselle, and The Sleeping Beauty. And still, she was told she was &ldquo;too strong&rdquo;. After an illustrious career, Jones stepped away from the spotlight to retrain as a midwife. In this episode, Lana joins Briana Blackett to discuss how being &ldquo;too strong&rdquo; has helped her soar &ndash; from the stage to the delivery room.
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BONUS FW Series: Lana Jones was "too strong"

From styling hair to fighting crime, Detective Senior Sergeant Leemara Fairgrieve made quite the switch when she left hairdressing to join Victoria Police. These days, she’s busting major drug syndicates and rising through the ranks. But while she’s tough on crime, Leemara admits she can be tough on herself, and at times, ‘too accommodating’. In this episode, Leemara joins Briana Blackett to discuss how her softer side actually helped her build trust, discover her passion, and find success in her role as a police officer.
Too Much is a podcast series proudly supported by Victoria Police, who are looking for more women to join their ranks. Consider making the switch and explore a career with Victoria Police.
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From styling hair to fighting crime, Detective Senior Sergeant Leemara Fairgrieve made quite the switch when she left hairdressing to join Victoria Police. These days, she&rsquo;s busting major drug syndicates and rising through the ranks. But while she&rsquo;s tough on crime, Leemara admits she can be tough on herself, and at times, &lsquo;too accommodating&rsquo;. In this episode, Leemara joins Briana Blackett to discuss how her softer side actually helped her build trust, discover her passion, and find success in her role as a police officer.
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<li aria-level="1">Too Much is a podcast series proudly supported by Victoria Police, who are looking for more women to join their ranks. Consider making the switch and <a href="https://www.police.vic.gov.au/police-officer-careers?utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_source=fw_au&amp;utm_campaign=rec-jan_2025-mfm">explore a career with Victoria Police</a>.</li>
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BONUS FW series: Leemara Fairgrieve was "too accommodating"

You shortcut to this season's top leadership advice... 

Over the summer, we're playing a special series containing season five's most interesting and practical leadership advice. Each episode revolves around a single question. This week it's: Imagine you are the Prime Minister, what is the one thing you would change? 

You'll hear from Director of the Australian-Geospatial Intelligence Organisation Kathryn McMullan, Fair Futures Founder Fiona David, reputational risk lawyer Rebekah Giles and executive communications coach Kate Mason. 

You shortcut to this season's top leadership advice...&nbsp;
Over the summer, we're playing a special series containing season five's most interesting and practical leadership advice. Each episode revolves around a single question. This week it's: Imagine you are the Prime Minister, what is the one thing you would change?&nbsp;
You'll hear from&nbsp;Director of the Australian-Geospatial Intelligence Organisation <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/kathryn-mcmullan-on-how-to-develop-executive-presence/id1469503665?i=1000716531097">Kathryn McMullan</a>, Fair Futures Founder <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fiona-davids-guide-to-making-criticism-count/id1469503665?i=1000721848915">Fiona David</a>, reputational risk lawyer <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/rebekah-giles-secrets-to-reputation-management/id1469503665?i=1000722845980">Rebekah Giles</a> and executive communications coach&nbsp;<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/future-women-leadership-series-2/dr-kate-masons-step-by-step-guide-to-communicating-with-authority?in_playlist=podcast">Kate Mason</a>.&nbsp;

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