Future Women Leadership Series
Future Women Leadership Series
Playlist by Future Women Leadership SeriesLeadership 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 th…Follow the podcast:
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Back to basics: Carolyn Creswell's guide to tough conversations
This week, we're revisiting our interview with Carolyn Creswell, the founder of Carman's Fine Foods. At just 18, Carolyn bought the small muesli shop she worked at part-time for just $1000. Now, Carman's is a multi-million dollar business, with their products distributed to more than 35 countries…
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Summit special: Your AI questions answered part 3
In this third part of our Summit series on AI, you'll hear the opening keynote from Mel Lee, FW's former Director of Digital. In it, she’ll bring you up to speed on the rapidly evolving AI landscape and how it transforming your career. She’ll also break down what AI means for women who work, and wo…
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Premier Chris Minns on leading as an introvert
Chris Minns is the Premier of NSW. He was elected to parliament in 2015, and not long after, in 2021, became the leader of the Labor Party. In this episode, he speaks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about how he approaches leading - not just the state, but managing a party and large team of staff as…
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Kylie Bryant on what overpromotion teaches you
Kylie Bryant is one of FW Founder Helen McCabe's go-to calls for leadership advice. She has over 30 years' experience across the Australian Public Service and today runs her own consultancy business, offering executive mentoring and leadership workshops. In this episode, Kylie speaks about how an…
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Jiva Smith on how to rebuild your leadership confidence
Jiva Smith is a transformational coach for leaders. He became a coach after making it almost overnight in New York City. Jiva managed massive teams and budgets in a big, high-powered role. But the pressure of this role soon caught up with him. He felt lost, and in the process discovered a new way t…
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Jessica Symes Toomey's guide to finding an executive coach
What are the green flags you should look for in an executive coach? Jessica Symes Toomey is the Founder and Principal of Symes Group, a boutique people development and dispute resolution consultancy. She’s an experienced executive coach and also an accredited mediator. In this episode, she explai…
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Annabelle Chauncy's guide to harnessing determination
Can determination be both a blessing and a curse for leaders? Annabelle Chauncy OAM is the founder of the not-for-profit organisation School For Life. Her life was changed as a 21-year-old university student when she visited a school in Uganda. Shocked by what she saw, Annabelle decided to make a…
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Summit special: Your AI questions answered part 2
In this second part of our Summit series on AI, you'll hear from Mel Lee, FW's former Director of Digital and cybersecurity expert Alastair MacGibbon. They answer live audience questions about AI and how it's changing work, parenting and leadership at lightning speed. Check out our first Summit e…
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Anne-Louise Sarks' guide to leading with vulnerability
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 organisati…
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Therese Frangie on how to tame your leadership ego
What are the signs your ego is getting out of hand? Therese Frangie is the CEO of Oporto. She's climbed the FMCG ladder, working for big brands including KFC and Mad Mex. In this episode, she speaks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about leadership ego, Gen Z and seeking out feedback. Plus, this seas…
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