In this Season One finale of the She Leads Collective Podcast, Mary Gregory shares five powerful leadership lessons that will shape the future of work in 2026. Drawing on 26 episodes and 24 remarkable guests, Mary reflects on the themes of humanity, allyship, visibility, the undiscussables, and the evolving definition of power in leadership.
Season One of the She Leads Collective Podcast began as a 10-episode idea and grew into 26 conversations exploring inclusive leadership, women’s leadership, men as allies, workplace culture, and the "undiscussables" that shape our careers and confidence.
In this season finale, Mary Gregory brings together the five key leadership lessons that will shape 2026. Drawing on insights from CEOs, founders, activists, authors and change-makers, she reflects on the themes that emerged across the season:
1) The Power of Voice and Visibility
How leaders amplify diverse voices — and make space for the ones not yet heard.
2) Leading With Humanity — The Feminine Rising
Why qualities like empathy, collaboration and intuition are becoming essential drivers of performance and belonging.
3) The Courage to Name the Undiscussables
From menopause and domestic abuse to grief, mental health and financial vulnerability — and why truth-telling transforms workplaces.
4) Reimagining Systems and Allyship
What it takes for men and women to transform organisational cultures together.
5) Redefining Power, Success and Legacy
Why the future of leadership is shifting from control to contribution.
Whether you’re a senior leader, a woman in business, an ally, or an advocate for more human workplaces, these lessons offer insight and inspiration for the year ahead.
Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for joining this growing movement of real, heart-centred leaders.
Season Two returns on 21 January 2026.
Until then — keep leading bravely, and keep leading together.
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