Intro: Meet Anne-Louise Sarks 

Early experience in student  theatre

Managing perfectionism and personal drive 

High expectations paired with vulnerability 

Cross-stakeholder engagement 

Defining success as CEO 

Quickfire: Trusting instincts and advice 

Bonus Q&A: Resolving clashes  

Can leaders be both vulnerable and tough?

Anne-Louise Sarks holds one of the rarest leadership positions in Australian performing arts. She’s the sole Artistic Director and CEO of the Melbourne Theatre Company, responsible for both the creative vision and full operational running of the organisation. She’s also the first solo female Artistic Director in the company’s 73 year history. In this episode, she speaks with executive producer Odessa Blain about drive, toughness and how to lead with vulnerability. 

Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on clashing team members. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com. 
Join the movement to fast-track your professional development. Become an FW member today.
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Can leaders be both vulnerable and tough?
Anne-Louise Sarks holds one of the rarest leadership positions in Australian performing arts. She&rsquo;s the sole Artistic Director and CEO of the Melbourne Theatre Company, responsible for both the creative vision and full operational running of the organisation. She&rsquo;s also the first solo female Artistic Director in the company&rsquo;s 73 year history.&nbsp;In this episode, she speaks with executive producer Odessa Blain about drive, toughness and how to lead with vulnerability.&nbsp;
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on clashing team members. 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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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...

Future Women Leadership Series

Anne-Louise Sarks' guide to leading with vulnerability 

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