Future Women Leadership Series

This episode features an interview with Craig Tiley, CEO of Tennis Australia, discussing his four key traits for hiring the best people and leadership strategies.

This episode features an interview with Kelly Hush, discussing career pivots, overcoming public failure, and insights from her roles in the fashion industry and as a business co-founder.

Helen McCabe interviews Natalie Wild about her 23-year career in Queensland public service, focusing on stakeholder management, owning ambition, and leading through ambiguity.

This episode features an interview with Mark Scott, exploring his experiences as an outsider leader driving change in high-profile organizations like the ABC and University of Sydney.

This episode interviews Kate Reid, who switched from being a Formula One aerodynamicist to founding a world-famous croissant bakery, exploring how she defied stereotypes and found success through grit rather than luck.

Former AFL coach Paul Roos discusses how principles from elite sports can be applied to corporate leadership to build winning cultures and effective teams.

This episode features an interview with Michael De'Ath, a former public servant turned leadership coach, discussing how to develop courage, executive presence, and effective succession planning for leaders.

Helen McCabe interviews Bernadette Black about her journey from teen motherhood to founding the Brave Foundation and becoming CEO of Seed Futures, focusing on how she learned to override fear and challenge black-and-white thinking.

This episode introduces season three of a podcast exploring how perpetrators of domestic violence misuse legal and support systems to continue abuse after separation.

This episode features a live panel discussion exploring how leaders can bridge the growing gender divide in workplaces, with insights from experts in gender equality and organizational leadership.

This episode explores the dangers of stalking and domestic violence during separation, highlighting how perpetrators maintain control even after victims leave abusive relationships.

Helen McCabe interviews Van Tang, CEO of GHG's Asia-Pacific region, about her paradoxical 'hardworking but lazy' leadership philosophy and her approach to managing teams across multiple countries.

This episode features an interview with Katherine Bennell-Pegg, the first Australian-trained astronaut, discussing her remarkable journey in space science and leadership insights.

This episode features Nicole Scurrah discussing how to be an effective leader even when managing people isn't your natural strength, drawing from her extensive executive experience.

Helen McCabe interviews Dr.

This episode features an interview with former prima ballerina Lana Jones, who discusses her transition from ballet to midwifery and how being labeled 'too strong' shaped her career journey.

This episode explores executive presence with Kathryn McMullan, a senior national security leader, discussing whether it's innate or can be developed through specific strategies.

This episode interviews Detective Senior Sergeant Lamara Fairgreave about her career switch from hairdressing to Victoria Police, exploring how women defy workplace stereotypes to find success.

This episode compiles responses from various female leaders on what one change they would make if they were Prime Minister for a week, offering practical leadership insights.

This episode features an interview with Allegra Spender, who discusses how being 'too nerdy' helped her succeed in fashion and politics after switching careers.

This episode features a live panel discussion from the FW Leadership Summit where leaders share insights on overcoming career plateaus by reframing challenges and adopting a growth mindset.

This episode features an interview with Justine Cain, Group CEO of Diabetes Australia, discussing how being widowed at age 29 shaped her leadership philosophy and resilience, along with practical management approaches like one-on-ones and skip meetings.

This episode features Dr.

This episode features an interview with former Olympic swimmer Giaan Rooney, exploring her career pivots from sports to TV and beyond, focusing on how being 'too invested' helped her navigate challenges and find new success.

This episode features an interview with Ruby Rees-Miller, founder of a youth-led mental health platform, discussing how she chooses bravery in leadership and personal challenges, including her experiences with anxiety and LGBTQ identity.

This episode features an interview with communications expert Kate Mason, who shares practical tips for communicating with authority while remaining genuine and avoiding the powerful versus likeable binary.

This episode features a live panel discussion from the FW Leadership Summit exploring how to effectively manage and lead Gen Z staff through intergenerational perspectives.

This episode explores how domestic abuse often escalates and transforms after separation, challenging the false narrative that leaving ends the violence.

This episode explores how leaders, particularly women, can navigate the tension between strong convictions and likability in politics and corporate workplaces through an interview with Senator Jane Hume.

Helen McCabe interviews Wendy McCarthy about resilience after loss and strategies for women leaders to avoid the politeness trap in their careers.

Helen McCabe interviews high-profile lawyer Rebekah Giles about reputation management, leadership, and career insights in the context of her work with notable clients.

In part two of an interview with former New South Wales Premier Mike Baird, host Helen McCabe explores leadership challenges including managing underperformers and giving firm feedback, with Baird sharing specific political leadership moments.

This episode features an interview with Dr.

This episode features an interview with former Premier Mike Baird discussing how his faith influences his leadership approach and career transitions from politics to nonprofit roles.

Helen McCabe interviews Natalie Slessor about making leadership ambitions visible and career strategy using the bingo card analogy.

Helen McCabe interviews Mark Rigotti, CEO of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, about how to become a board member and manage workplace power dynamics.

Former South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill discusses how leaders can navigate divisive topics and hot-button issues in the workplace, drawing from his political and post-political career experiences.

This episode features Erica Nelson discussing practical strategies for designing effective organizational charts that minimize disruption while improving business structure.

This episode explores the leadership concept of blindspotting with Dr.

A panel discussion at the FW Leadership Summit explores different leadership styles and techniques with accomplished women leaders.

Helen McCabe interviews Rowena Westphalen, SVP at Salesforce, about how AI will transform leadership and create hybrid human-digital teams in the workplace.

This episode compiles practical career feedback from successful women leaders, focusing on how to approach ambition and excel in one's current role.

Helen McCabe interviews Georgie Holt, CEO of FlightStory, about the concept of leadership anti-values and building a culture based on founder mentality.

This episode compiles insights from various leaders on their biggest leadership failures and the lessons learned, focusing on practical advice for navigating complex leadership challenges.

Helen McCabe interviews Vicki Thomson, CEO of Australia's Group of Eight Universities, about her leadership evolution and how to build compromise in complex organizational settings.

This episode features an interview with star Matilda Katrina Gorry about her leadership journey, shaped by football, motherhood, and breaking down barriers, as she discusses leading high-performing teams and her personal experiences.

This episode features an interview with Phoebe Saintilan-Stocks about her book 'The Right Hand', which explores leadership lessons from chiefs of staff to world leaders, while also discussing topics like negotiating, tough conversations, and overcoming people-pleasing tendencies.

Host Brianna Blackett interviews women who have made career switches, discussing how they defied stereotypes and found success, with a focus on lateral moves and personal growth.

Host Helen McCabe introduces a series on leadership challenges and shares highlights from the FW Leadership Summit, featuring a panel on simple steps for career advancement.

This episode explores how women defy workplace stereotypes and successfully switch careers, featuring interviews with women who have made bold professional changes.

Helen McCabe interviews Laura Kane, the first woman to serve as the AFL's top football official, discussing how she navigates scrutiny and makes decisions under pressure.

Host Brianna Blackett interviews women who made career switches, exploring how they defied stereotypes and found success, with a focus on leadership and resilience.

Host Helen McCabe interviews Dr.

Host Helen McCabe interviews Deanne Stewart, CEO of Aware Super, exploring her leadership journey, daily routines, and philosophy as a Chief Talent Officer, with topics ranging from career milestones to personal habits.

Helen McCabe interviews Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood, about her career journey, including a personal breakdown and advocacy work.