Do you ever feel too small to make a difference? Alison Frame has dedicated her career to the public service, leading social policy initiatives and reform across the Commonwealth and the NSW governments as a senior executive for over 16 years. In this discussion, Helen McCabe and Alison discuss the importance of transparency, bringing your team on the journey with you, and knowing when to admit you're not an expert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener...
Nov 29, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 45
How important is social media for you or your brand? Amanda Archer is one of Australia’s most prominent PR and marketing specialists. She's been behind some of the world's most widely covered interviews and media events, representing celebrities like Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan, Prince William and Priscilla Presley. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Amanda shares her tips on building an online presence, relocating overseas for work, and staying cool under pressure. See omnystudio.com/listene...
Nov 22, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 44
Can you be authentic and professional at the same time? Claire Kimball is the founder and managing director of Squiz Media. Prior to this, Claire was press secretary to Tony Abbott and communications director for Woolworths Group. In this discussion, host Helen McCabe asks Claire about authenticity vs professionalism, managing a highly opinionated team, and working alongside people you fundamentally disagree with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener f...
Nov 15, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 43
How can you best raise team morale? Lucy Durack and Elise McCann are two of Australia’s most effervescent performers. They're also the ones in their friend group that everyone turns to when they need a pep talk. In this conversation with Helen McCabe, Lucy and Elise discuss confronting perfectionism, thriving amongst public criticism, and a pep talk Lucy overheard Kylie Minogue having with her sister Dani. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...
Nov 01, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 42
What can physics teach us about leadership? Dr. Morley Muse is a Chemical, Environmental, and Renewable Energy Engineer who is passionate about diversity and inclusion of women in STEM. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Morley talks about the importance of patience, the difference between diversity and creating inclusive spaces, and what success looks like for her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 25, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 41
Dr Lisa Pryor started her career in journalism, eventually landing her 'dream job' as Opinion Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Then, she traded it all in to forge a path in psychiatry. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Lisa talks about the decision to make a major career change, being an 'overachiever' and how to manage staff members living with mental illness with care and efficiency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...
Oct 18, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 40
What's the hurry in asking for a promotion? Susan Pearce AM, Secretary of NSW Health, is the state's most senior health bureaucrat. Susan began her career as a nurse in Broken Hill 30 years ago, and has been a pivotal figure in the NSW healthcare system ever since, having held a number of senior leadership positions including Deputy Secretary, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, and Deputy Secretary for Patient Experience and System Performance. In this episode, Helen McCabe and Susan discuss t...
Oct 04, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 39
What if the way we think about leadership is completely wrong? Teela Reid is a proud Wiradjuri and Wailwan woman, rebellious lawyer, co-founder of Blackfulla Bookclub, and co-host of the Blak Matters podcast. Teela also was a working group leader in the constitutional dialogues that culminated in the Uluru Statement from the Heart. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Teela talks about what the word 'leadership' means for First Nations Women, remaining fearless in the face of conflict, and her ...
Sep 28, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 38
Is being stubborn really a bad thing? Tanya Hosch is the first Indigenous person appointed to the AFL executive and has held leadership roles in sport, the arts, culture, social justice, and public policy. As one of the pre-eminent Indigenous leaders pursuing constitutional recognition of Australia’s First Nations people, Tanya recently spoke at the Voice date launch event in Adelaide just weeks after having her leg amputated. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Tanya talks about how to lead w...
Sep 24, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 37
What's stopping you from landing your dream overseas job? Nabila Ahmed is the new Global Team Leader for Equality at Bloomberg News, focussing on stories that elevate issues of race, gender, diversity and fairness within the companies, governments and societies covered by Bloomberg News. In this discussion, host Helen McCabe asks Nabila how she made the difficult decision to throw in her existing job to move overseas, if everyone needs to 'have an opinion', and how businesses around the globe ar...
Sep 13, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 36
Do you ever feel shackled by the expectation to be 'polite'? Wendy McCarthy is one of Australia’s leading feminists, businesswomen, activists, and a best-selling author. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Wendy shares the many lessons she's learned about life, love and leadership - from campaigning for abortion rights in Australia, advising the Prime Minister on women's rights, and establishing the Women’s Electoral Lobby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.co...
Sep 06, 2023•45 min•Season 3Ep. 35
Is negative thinking a problem for you? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, in this episode, you’ll hear from Dr Karen Coates, one of Australia's leading integrative medical doctors and nutrigenomic specialists. Dr Coates shares practical tips on how to get out of survival mode and lead from your ‘CEO brain’. You’ll also hear from personal brand strategist, Kath Clarke, who will walk you through an exercise to realise the power of your uniqueness and amplify your impact. Se...
Aug 30, 2023•18 min•Season 3Ep. 34
Are you scared of conflict? Tim Duggan is an author, advisor, and new media entrepreneur. He's co-founded several digital media ventures, most notably Junkee Media. In this episode, host Helen McCabe asks Tim why he argues that learning to disagree well is a skill everyone should learn, what strategies he uses to de-escalate conflict, and why he challenges the notion of leadership's impact on workplace culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
Aug 23, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 33
How can you tell a workplace is toxic? Margot Faraci has over two decades of leadership experience at the highest levels in corporate Australia. Having previously worked in some of the biggest companies in Australia, including Macquarie Bank, NAB, Seek.com, Ashurst, and CBA, she’s led cultural transformations in multiple environments. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Margot outlines the major sources of workplace toxicity, strategies for dealing with problematic team members, and how to avo...
Aug 16, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 32
Is age really just a number? Nadene Gole is the World No. 1 Senior Women's Amateur Golfer, making her the highest-ranked woman amateur golfer in the world over the age of 25. In this discussion with Helen McCabe, Nadene shares how she keeps both her body and mind fit, why your attitude is everything, and the importance of not dwelling on the past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 09, 2023•28 min•Season 3Ep. 31
Ever wanted to interview your boss? In celebration of Future Women's 5th Birthday, the tables turn, and the spotlight shines on Future Women's Founder and Managing Director (and host of this podcast), Helen McCabe. Interviewed by FW's Deputy Managing Director Jamila Rizvi, in this discussion Helen reflects on the FW journey, shares what looking failure in the eyes looks like, and reveals her secret to assembling the perfect team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudi...
Aug 02, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 30
What's your role in shaping the next generation of leaders? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, in this episode, you'll hear from Karen Mundine, CEO of Reconciliation Australia, who emphasises the significance of the Uluru Statement from the Heart as a pivotal opportunity for all Australians to come together and create a brighter future. Plus, South Australia’s inaugural Commissioner for Children and Young People, Helen Connolly, reflects on her invaluable experiences and i...
Jul 26, 2023•16 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, this episode features Chiara Lawry, CEO of Right Lane Consulting, Australia's first majority foundation-owned professional services firm. Chiara sheds light on various business structures that effectively combine profitability with a strong sense of purpose. You’ll also hear from Anne Bennett, Vice President of Customer Success for Salesforce in Australia and Asia. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Anne shares her learnings abo...
Jul 19, 2023•18 min•Season 3Ep. 28
How can you make sure you're a valuable asset to your company? Sian Lewis, Group Executive, Human Resources at Commonwealth Bank, has had an impressive career spanning retail and business banking, strategy, distribution, and human resources. In this discussion with host Helen McCabe, Sian shares her insights on the importance of commercial experience, regardless of your job title, building a culture in a massive corporation, and how businesses can ensure they're legitimately practicing their cor...
Jul 12, 2023•27 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Have you ever made a stomach churning mistake that still keeps you up at night? In this episode, two outstanding women reflect on what failure has meant for them. Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, you'll hear from Major General Susan Coyle AM, who's high stakes role in the Australian Army means failure could literally result in life or death. You'll also hear from Anna Bligh AC, CEO of the Australian Banking Association and former Premier of Queensland. Anna recounts how ...
Jul 05, 2023•16 min•Season 3Ep. 26
Ever wondered, "How on earth does she do it?" when talking to an accomplished woman? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, this expert panel of women share their insights on remaining calm amongst the chaos of living and leading in a messy reality, from overcoming the shackles of people-pleasing, navigating the challenges of childbirth and menopause, and creating a harmonious work-life equilibrium. This panel is moderated by the host of this podcast and Managing Director of F...
Jun 28, 2023•37 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Does being a manager mean you can’t also be a friend? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, this panel explores the significance of workplace friendships, especially for marginalised individuals, how to effectively navigate complex scenarios like promotions, performance reviews and conflicts while maintaining these relationships, and strategies to avoid cliques to foster an inclusive environment. This panel features Zara Seidler, Co-Founder of The Daily Aus, Mundanara Bayles,...
Jun 21, 2023•22 min•Season 3Ep. 24
How can we unlock our biggest untapped resource – women? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, this panel discussion explores the many ways women are now able to cross the barriers that have historically held them back from workforce participation, from connectivity, to returnship programs and the changing attitudes towards women as the primary caregivers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 15, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Do you give valuable advice? Gabrielle Trainor AO has over 25 years’ experience serving on public and private boards, ranging from infrastructure, transport, and urban renewal to sports, arts and culture, as well as the advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. She is also a Commissioner of the AFL and a Trustee of the Charlie Perkins Trust. In this conversation with host Helen McCabe, Gabrielle shares her insights on how to provide both fierce and thoughtful advice, the tend...
Jun 07, 2023•33 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Do large gaps in your resume matter? Shirley Chowdhary is an internationally experienced leader with a diverse set of credentials across Indigenous education, law, financial services, funds management, journalism and the NFP sector. Today, Shirley advises organisations on how to build collaborative ecosystems to connect shareholder value with a deeper connection to impact and purpose. In this conversation with host Helen McCabe, Shirley shares how she carved out her impressive portfolio career, ...
May 31, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 21
What can we learn about leadership from the world of sport? Belinda Clark AO is an iconic sporting figure who captained the Australian Women's Cricket Team for 11 years. However, Belinda’s leadership journey doesn't end on the field, she’s held numerous executive positions, including CEO of Women's Cricket Australia and General Manager of Community Cricket at Cricket Australia. In 2020, Belinda founded The Leadership Playground, where she helps young women develop the confidence, skills, and cou...
May 24, 2023•30 min•Season 3Ep. 20
How can you shape the future to be more inclusive? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, in this episode you’ll hear from two incredible speakers leading the change for young women. The first speaker is Angelique Wan, Co-founder and Executive Director of Consent Labs. Angelique talks about the importance of supporting organisations striving for change and shares some practical methods to incorporate the passion and innovation of young people into the workplace. The second spe...
May 17, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Are you confident taking risks? Recorded live at the Future Women Leadership Summit 2023, this episode explores how to take and manage calculated risks and provide practical advice to help risk-averse leaders find the confidence to stretch themselves. Moderated by Jamila Rizvi, Future Women’s Deputy Managing Director, the panel features Professor Renée Leon, Vice-Chancellor and President of Charles Sturt University, Kate Torney OAM, CEO of the Peter MacCallum Cancer Foundation, Lucy Turnbull AO,...
May 10, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Is it true that creative people are difficult to manage? Brooke Webb is the CEO of Sydney Writers' Festival, and has over 25 years of leadership experience in the arts at organisations like, Universal Music, Cirque du Soleil and The Sydney Opera House. Her talents have even taken her to Broadway, where she was Resident Director of Mel Brooks', "The Producers." In this discussion, Host Helen McCabe and Brooke explore topics like how to effectively lead a team of highly creative individuals, foste...
May 03, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Do you ever feel left out of crucial work conversations? Kylie Blucher, Managing Director of Nine Queensland & Nine Northern NSW, has amassed over three decades of experience in the media industry and holds several board positions, one of these being at Future Women. In this conversation with Host Helen McCabe, Kylie shares her advice on how to speak up against inappropriate behaviour from senior colleagues, what she does to navigate exclusionary social events like ‘after work drinks’, and p...
Apr 26, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 16
