Welcome to The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast

The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with Shona Rowan explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of The Psychology of Successful Women.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.

Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.

To read more about Shona’s work – head to www.shonarowan.com or email us at support@shonarowan.com.

Connect with Shona here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/

Welcome to The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast
The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">Shona Rowan </a>explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of <a href="http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29PoxfXfYaMpEnXAHf2sTu">The Psychology of Successful Women</a>.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.
Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.
To read more about Shona’s work – head to <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">www.shonarowan.com</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:support@shonarowan.com">support@shonarowan.com</a>.
Connect with Shona here:
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-stringify-link="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-stringify-link="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/</a>

The Psychology of Successful Women podcast explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women.

It’s an inspirational show that helps ambitious women maximise their performance from the inside-out and thrive in the world of business.  You will hear insightful conversations with trail blazing women about how they have built a successful career or thriving business, and how they cope with setbacks and challenges.  Most importantly, each episode will help you sharpen your mindset, share practical advice and inspire you to take your success to the next level.

Shona Rowan is an international performance and mind-set consultant, inspirational speaker and high-performance coach.  Over the past 20 years Shona has helped thousands of women accelerate their success and maximise their results via her practical workshops and webinars, large events and her signature program – “The Psychology of Successful Women”.  She also works internationally with global companies to inspire, develop and retain their female staff and clients.   Shona’s unique and results-based approach draws on her extensive training in Psychology, Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Performance Coaching and combines both internal (psychology) and external factors (behaviours) to accelerate success.    

Would you like to accelerate your success?  Tackle imposter syndrome and self-doubt?  Or boost your impact, influence and visibility?


Listen in to the podcast or go to www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com or www.shonarowan.com for more information.

The&nbsp;Psychology of Successful Women podcast explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women.
It&rsquo;s an inspirational show that helps ambitious women maximise their performance from the inside-out and thrive in the world of business. &nbsp;You will hear insightful conversations with trail blazing women about how they have built a successful career or thriving business, and how they cope with setbacks and challenges. &nbsp;Most importantly, each episode will help you sharpen your mindset, share practical advice and inspire you to take your success to the next level.
Shona Rowan&nbsp;is an international performance and mind-set consultant, inspirational speaker and high-performance coach. &nbsp;Over the past 20 years Shona has helped thousands of women accelerate their success and maximise their results via her practical workshops and webinars, large events and her signature program &ndash; &ldquo;The Psychology of Successful Women&rdquo;. &nbsp;She also works internationally with global companies to inspire, develop and retain their female staff and clients. &nbsp; Shona&rsquo;s unique and results-based approach draws on her extensive training in Psychology, Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Performance Coaching and combines both internal (psychology) and external factors (behaviours) to accelerate success. &nbsp; &nbsp;
Would you like to accelerate your success? &nbsp;Tackle imposter syndrome and self-doubt? &nbsp;Or boost your impact, influence and visibility?
 Listen in to the podcast or go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/podcast/">www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/">www.shonarowan.com</a>&nbsp;for more information.

The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast with Shona Rowan

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On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast I spoke with Harriet Johnson.  Harriet is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers specialising in human rights and criminal law, and a fierce advocate of women’s rights. 

We had a really powerful and inspirational conversation about…. 
Her career journey and non-traditional path to becoming a Barrister
Her huge passion for supporting, defending and protecting women  
What inspired her to write her brilliant book – “Enough – The Violence against Women and How to End It” 
Imposter syndrome, bouncing back from setbacks, what success means to her and so much more… 



The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with Shona Rowan explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of The Psychology of Successful Women.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.

Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.

To read more about Shona’s work – head to www.shonarowan.com or email us at support@shonarowan.com.

Connect with Shona here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/



About Harriet Johnson:

Harriet Johnson
Barrister, Doughty Street Chambers 

Harriet Johnson is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers specialising in human rights and criminal law, and a fierce advocate of women’s rights.

She is a founder member of Women in Criminal Law, Joint Chair of Trustees of the charity Women in Prison and in 2016 she founded #DoughtyStWomen events, an annual series of conferences to consider what more the law can do for women.

Harriet has given keynote legal addresses around the world, as well as speaking in the media about law and justice, particularly through the lens of gender.

Her first book, ENOUGH: The Violence Against Women and How to End It is published by William Collins in April, 2022.  

Connect with Bourby here: 

Twitter: @HarrietEJohnson

Represented by: Diana Beaumont

Titles: ENOUGH: The Violence Against Women and How to End It (William Collins, 2022)

On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast I spoke with Harriet Johnson.  Harriet is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers specialising in human rights and criminal law, and a fierce advocate of women’s rights. 
We had a really powerful and inspirational conversation about…. 
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</ul>
 
The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">Shona Rowan </a>explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of <a href="http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29PoxfXfYaMpEnXAHf2sTu">The Psychology of Successful Women</a>.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.
Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.
To read more about Shona’s work – head to <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">www.shonarowan.com</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:support@shonarowan.com">support@shonarowan.com</a>.
Connect with Shona here:
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-stringify-link="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-stringify-link="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/</a>
 
About Harriet Johnson:
Harriet Johnson Barrister, Doughty Street Chambers 
Harriet Johnson is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers specialising in human rights and criminal law, and a fierce advocate of women’s rights.
She is a founder member of Women in Criminal Law, Joint Chair of Trustees of the charity Women in Prison and in 2016 she founded #DoughtyStWomen events, an annual series of conferences to consider what more the law can do for women.
Harriet has given keynote legal addresses around the world, as well as speaking in the media about law and justice, particularly through the lens of gender.
Her first book, ENOUGH: The Violence Against Women and How to End It is published by William Collins in April, 2022.  
Connect with Bourby here: 
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/HarrietEJohnson">@HarrietEJohnson</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-stringify-link="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true"></a>
Represented by: <a href="https://www.marjacq.com/diana-beaumont.html">Diana Beaumont</a>
Titles: ENOUGH: The Violence Against Women and How to End It (William Collins, 2022)

Harriet Johnson - Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers

On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast - I had a really fun and engaging conversation with Bourby Webster. Bourby Webster is a CEO, innovator, violist, entrepreneur, educator, presenter, and producer. 

We had a great conversation about:  
Her inspirational career journey and lifelong passion with music  
Her role as CEO and founder of the Perth Symphony Orchestra 
What success means to her at this point in her career 
Personal advice and suggestions for dealing with challenges, setbacks, nerves and stage fright   
The importance of being brave, believing in yourself and so much more…. 



The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with Shona Rowan explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of The Psychology of Successful Women.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.

Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.

To read more about Shona’s work – head to www.shonarowan.com or email us at support@shonarowan.com.

Connect with Shona here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/



About Bourby Webster:

Bourby Webster
Founder, Perth Symphony Orchestra

Bourby is the Founder and former CEO of Perth Symphony Orchestra, the orchestra that makes the rules and has a mission of ‘Music for Everyone’. 

Founded in 2011, the orchestra was created by Bourby with an ambition to reach a massive new audience in WA. She also passionately wished to find a way to retain talent in WA, creating jobs for, and showcasing, WA’s incredible musicians. 

Since Perth Symphony’s launch in 2011, it has performed to more than 100 people per year in locations from Karratha to Kwinana, in spaces from car parks to warehouses, playing Vivaldi to Nirvana. Perth Symphony regularly gives work to 150 musicians a year also creating pathways into professional careers for WA’s aspiring younger musicians. Perth Symphony’s Education and Community programs have reached 20,000+ children, and seen remarkable collaborations with aboriginal poets, VJs, actors, dancers and partnerships with numerous organisations across WA. The orchestra is redefining the perception of a symphony for the 21st Symphony with its ground-breaking business model and artistic program. The Women on the Podium program Bourby created in 2019 is unique in the Southern Hemisphere and is developing female conductors, currently only 5% of the global conducting faculty. 

In 2017 Bourby created the Arts Leaders Collective to support leaders of new arts companies and is passionate about supporting women in the arts. 

Bourby has an MA in music from Oxford University, is a graduate of the Royal College of Music and has an MBA from UWA. In 2022 she was named in Business News’ Power 500 list, and has been a winner of a Business News 40 Under 40 award for Entrepreneurs and a finalist in the Telstra Businesswoman of the Year Awards (WA).  

In 2019 she was named Western Australian of the Year (Arts & Culture). 

She was a founding member of the UK-based electric string quartet ‘bond’ signed to Decca Records. She is a medal-winning, international-level coxswain and was the first female coxswain in 106 years of the WA Kings Cup State Rowing Crew in 2002. 

Connect with Bourby here: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bourbywebster/

Perth Symphony Orchestra – info@perthsymphony.com

The song mentioned was Both Sides Now, Joni Mitchell. 

The book was IKIGAI

On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast - I had a really fun and engaging conversation with Bourby Webster. Bourby Webster is a CEO, innovator, violist, entrepreneur, educator, presenter, and producer. 
We had a great conversation about:  
<ul>
<li>Her inspirational career journey and lifelong passion with music  </li>
<li>Her role as CEO and founder of the Perth Symphony Orchestra </li>
<li>What success means to her at this point in her career </li>
<li>Personal advice and suggestions for dealing with challenges, setbacks, nerves and stage fright   </li>
<li>The importance of being brave, believing in yourself and so much more…. </li>
</ul>
 
The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">Shona Rowan </a>explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of <a href="http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29PoxfXfYaMpEnXAHf2sTu">The Psychology of Successful Women</a>.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.
Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.
To read more about Shona’s work – head to <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">www.shonarowan.com</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:support@shonarowan.com">support@shonarowan.com</a>.
Connect with Shona here:
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-stringify-link="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-stringify-link="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/</a>
 
About Bourby Webster:
Bourby Webster Founder, Perth Symphony Orchestra
Bourby is the Founder and former CEO of Perth Symphony Orchestra, the orchestra that makes the rules and has a mission of ‘Music for Everyone’. 
Founded in 2011, the orchestra was created by Bourby with an ambition to reach a massive new audience in WA. She also passionately wished to find a way to retain talent in WA, creating jobs for, and showcasing, WA’s incredible musicians. 
Since Perth Symphony’s launch in 2011, it has performed to more than 100 people per year in locations from Karratha to Kwinana, in spaces from car parks to warehouses, playing Vivaldi to Nirvana. Perth Symphony regularly gives work to 150 musicians a year also creating pathways into professional careers for WA’s aspiring younger musicians. Perth Symphony’s Education and Community programs have reached 20,000+ children, and seen remarkable collaborations with aboriginal poets, VJs, actors, dancers and partnerships with numerous organisations across WA. The orchestra is redefining the perception of a symphony for the 21st Symphony with its ground-breaking business model and artistic program. The Women on the Podium program Bourby created in 2019 is unique in the Southern Hemisphere and is developing female conductors, currently only 5% of the global conducting faculty. 
In 2017 Bourby created the Arts Leaders Collective to support leaders of new arts companies and is passionate about supporting women in the arts. 
Bourby has an MA in music from Oxford University, is a graduate of the Royal College of Music and has an MBA from UWA. In 2022 she was named in Business News’ Power 500 list, and has been a winner of a Business News 40 Under 40 award for Entrepreneurs and a finalist in the Telstra Businesswoman of the Year Awards (WA).  
In 2019 she was named Western Australian of the Year (Arts &amp; Culture). 
She was a founding member of the UK-based electric string quartet ‘bond’ signed to Decca Records. She is a medal-winning, international-level coxswain and was the first female coxswain in 106 years of the WA Kings Cup State Rowing Crew in 2002. 
Connect with Bourby here: 
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bourbywebster/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/bourbywebster/</a>
Perth Symphony Orchestra – <a href="mailto:info@perthsymphony.com">info@perthsymphony.com</a> 
The song mentioned was Both Sides Now, Joni Mitchell. 
The book was <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Ikigai-Japanese-secret-long-happy/dp/178633089X/ref=asc_df_178633089X/?tag=googleshopdsk-22&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=341744716965&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=15329723985544819932&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9112539&amp;hvtargid=pla-364287304787&amp;psc=1">IKIGAI</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-stringify-link="https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true"></a>

Bourby Webster: Founder, Perth Symphony Orchestra

On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast - I had a really open and engaging conversation with Christine Melis who is a Barrister at the NSW Bar and passionate advocate for gender equality. 

We spoke about: 
Her career journey all leading up to her current role as a Barrister at the NSW Bar  
Personal advice and suggestions for dealing with challenges and setbacks in your career 
How she navigated an interstate move and raising two young children – while still growing her practice and creating a deeply fulfilling and successful career 
The importance of knowing yourself, and reconnecting with your core values, passions and goals and so much more …. 



The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with Shona Rowan explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of The Psychology of Successful Women.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.

Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.

To read more about Shona’s work – head to www.shonarowan.com or email us at support@shonarowan.com.

Connect with Shona here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonascouch/



About Christine Melis:

Christine Melis
Barrister at the NSW Bar

Christine is a Barrister. She practises in public law including, inquiries and inquests. She is presently Counsel Assisting the Special Commission of Inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crimes in New South Wales.  

 She has advised and appeared in a variety of high-profile matters including, the Lindt Cafe siege inquest, the Takata Airbag inquest and the Victorian Bushfire Royal Commission. 

 Chris has an interest in national security. She has considerable experience working in the terrorism space at a State and Federal level.  

She has both worked and taught advocacy in the Pacific Region, appearing on a number of occasions before the Supreme Court of Nauru on behalf of asylum seekers and teaching advocacy to law students and lawyers in Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Vanuatu. 

Chris is passionate about gender equality and diversity. She has served on a number of boards and committees including Australian Women Lawyers (Vice President), Victorian Women Lawyers (President), Victorian Bar Council and Women Barristers Forum (NSW). She spearheaded a mentoring program for female law students in PNG called “Empowering Women in the Law in PNG” to encourage women to enter into and remain in the legal profession.  

Chris wants to see more women in positions of leadership and for working mothers everywhere to be seen for what they are – resilient, efficient, diverse and empathetic powerhouses.  

Prior to coming to the Bar, Chris was the Associate to Justice Cavanough of the Supreme Court of Victoria and a solicitor with Minter Ellison Lawyers. 

Connect with Christine here: 

Email: cmelis@counsel.net.au

On this month’s episode of The Psychology of Successful Women Podcast - I had a really open and engaging conversation with Christine Melis who is a Barrister at the NSW Bar and passionate advocate for gender equality. 
We spoke about: 
<ul>
<li>Her career journey all leading up to her current role as a Barrister at the NSW Bar  </li>
<li>Personal advice and suggestions for dealing with challenges and setbacks in your career </li>
<li>How she navigated an interstate move and raising two young children – while still growing her practice and creating a deeply fulfilling and successful career </li>
<li>The importance of knowing yourself, and reconnecting with your core values, passions and goals and so much more …. </li>
</ul>
 
The Psychology of Successful Women podcast with <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">Shona Rowan </a>explores the mindset, behaviour and success strategies of high-achieving women. Shona Rowan is a global high-performance coach, inspirational speaker and best-selling author of <a href="http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/book&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29PoxfXfYaMpEnXAHf2sTu">The Psychology of Successful Women</a>.  Shona is also the founder of The Psychology of Successful Women – Career Acceleration Program.
Shona has 20 years of international experience working with Fortune 500 companies, leading professional service firms, entrepreneurs, business owners and career-minded individuals to maximise their performance and accelerate success.  Shona helps organisations build inclusive, high-performing teams; grow leadership and management capability; and support, develop and retain their female talent. Through her inspirational events and signature programs, Shona has helped thousands of people accelerate their careers, boost their performance, and maximise their success – according to what ‘success’ truly means to them.
To read more about Shona’s work – head to <a href="http://www.shonarowan.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.shonarowan.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1666102883125000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21uqXT_R3ZGqRyTu_jyku6">www.shonarowan.com</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:support@shonarowan.com">support@shonarowan.com</a>.
Connect with Shona here:
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-stringify-link="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/" data-sk="tooltip_parent" data-remove-tab-index="true">https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonarowan/</a>
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About Christine Melis:
Christine Melis Barrister at the NSW Bar
Christine is a Barrister. She practises in public law including, inquiries and inquests. She is presently Counsel Assisting the Special Commission of Inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crimes in New South Wales.  
 She has advised and appeared in a variety of high-profile matters including, the Lindt Cafe siege inquest, the Takata Airbag inquest and the Victorian Bushfire Royal Commission. 
 Chris has an interest in national security. She has considerable experience working in the terrorism space at a State and Federal level.  
She has both worked and taught advocacy in the Pacific Region, appearing on a number of occasions before the Supreme Court of Nauru on behalf of asylum seekers and teaching advocacy to law students and lawyers in Papua New Guinea (PNG) and Vanuatu. 
Chris is passionate about gender equality and diversity. She has served on a number of boards and committees including Australian Women Lawyers (Vice President), Victorian Women Lawyers (President), Victorian Bar Council and Women Barristers Forum (NSW). She spearheaded a mentoring program for female law students in PNG called “Empowering Women in the Law in PNG” to encourage women to enter into and remain in the legal profession.  
Chris wants to see more women in positions of leadership and for working mothers everywhere to be seen for what they are – resilient, efficient, diverse and empathetic powerhouses.  
Prior to coming to the Bar, Chris was the Associate to Justice Cavanough of the Supreme Court of Victoria and a solicitor with Minter Ellison Lawyers. 
Connect with Christine here: 
Email: <a href="https://www.psychologyofsuccessfulwomen.com/cmelis@counsel.net.au">cmelis@counsel.net.au</a>

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