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Lead to SoarNetwork Like a CEO: How to Build Strategic Relationships for Career SuccessIn this Lead to Soar Network session, Michelle Redfern breaks down why strategic networking isn’t just a nice-to-have for ambitious women—it’s non-negotiable if you want influence, visibility, and advancement. Michelle shares practical tips, real talk about the barriers women face, and why “drinking from the fire hydrant” (aka, her sessions) is exactly what’s needed to shift from endless busywork to genuine leadership presence.What You’ll Learn in This Episode• Why traditional networking advice fails women• The difference between busywork and strategic visibility• How to audit your own network usi...2025-07-1443 min

Lead to SoarSpeaking Up and Standing Out – Navigating the Challenges for Women LeadersIn this Lead to Soar webinar episode, Michelle Redfern delivers a focused and strategic workshop on the art and necessity of speaking up and standing out as a woman in the workplace. Drawing on research, lived experience, and her work with women leaders globally, Michelle uncovers the systemic challenges women face when advocating for themselves and why remaining silent comes at a cost.Listeners will gain a clear understanding of how societal expectations, rigid gender norms, and workplace culture create barriers to visibility—and what to do about it. Michelle shares practical strategies to communicate with cr...2025-07-0739 min

Lead to SoarSmart Trust and Setting Boundaries: What to Do When You’re Being Thrown Under the BusIn this episode of Lead to Soar, co-hosts Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern discuss a real-world leadership challenge brought forward by a Lead to Soar Network member. “Jane,” a high-performing consultant in a matrix organization, found herself unexpectedly blamed when a project she was only lightly involved in started to unravel. Mel and Michelle use this scenario to explore the importance of establishing clear expectations, the concept of Smart Trust, and how to respond when your professional reputation is at risk. This episode is essential listening for women navigating complex work environments where visibility, influence, and trus...2025-06-2331 min

Lead to SoarThe Importance of BQ for Women's Leadership SuccessIn this episode of the Lead to Soar podcast, Michelle Redfern explores why Business Intelligence (BQ) is the missing link for women’s leadership success. She explores how developing and demonstrating BQ—alongside Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Social Intelligence (SQ)—can help women advance in their careers, close the gender leadership gap, and be perceived as strategic, results-driven leaders.What You’ll Learn:The status quo for women in leadership globally—and why progress remains slowThe three components of leadership: BQ, EQ, and SQHow BQ impacts career advancement and why wo...2025-06-1650 min

Lead to SoarThe Strategic Skills Every Woman Leader Needs to Soar in Her CareerWelcome to Lead to Soar Presents: The Strategic Skills Series—a new podcast series where real leadership meets real career growth. In this launch episode, Michelle Redfern drops three truth bombs every ambitious woman must hear about the state of women’s leadership, the flawed advice we’ve been given, and what it really takes to advance.This isn’t about surface-level fixes or being told to “raise your profile.” This is about the strategic skills that matter—skills that get women promoted, paid, and positioned for power.Michelle lays out the three pillars of eff...2025-06-0905 min

Bite SizePart One: Beyond the Bias with Inclusion Strategist Michelle RedfernIn the first part of this episode, we sit down with Michelle Redfern, an award-winning advisor, speaker and inclusion strategist, to explore what real inclusion leadership looks like in high-pressure, fast paced industries. From her corporate beginnings to becoming a powerhouse advocate for gender equity and workplace inclusion, Michelle shares key moments that shaped her mission and how unconscious bias continues to show up in workplaces today. Xanny and Michelle unpack the unique challenges faced by hospitality businesses, including the lack of diversity at leadership levels despite frontline representation, and the culture shifts needed to...2025-05-2523 min

Lead to SoarCelebrating Women's Leadership: Jo Thomas on how she climbed the career ladder to hold multiple C-Suite positionsIn this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert Michelle Redfern sits down for an interview with Jo Thomas, the CEO of the Australian Institute of Business. Jo shares her career story, how she ended up living in Australia, and how she climbed the career ladder to hold multiple C-Suite positions.Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com~Guest Jo Thomas' Bio: Jo Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Institute of Business. Jo is all about flawless execution, authentic leadership, and...2025-04-211h 00

Lead to SoarCelebrating Women's Leadership: Alicia Scott shares her experiences advancing in an extremely male-dominated space Lead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars!In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert Michelle Redfern sits down for an interview with Semiconductor engineer and DEI expert Alicia Scott. Alicia joins us to share her experiences advancing in a highly male-dominated space - semiconductors and shares her thoughts and experience as a Woman of Colour in STEM. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com.~Bio for Guest Alicia ScottAlicia Scott has 25 years of p...2025-04-1458 min

Lead to SoarCelebrating Women's Leadership: Sheila Flavell brings curiosity and tech togetherIn this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert Michelle Redfern sits down for an interview with the one and only Sheila Flavell. Sheila is an extraordinary leader (by our full ACtS! definition!) in the truest sense. She has created exceptional outcomes for business and women in the Tech industry. She continues leading today and has the curiosity and energy to keep learning and pushing herself into new territory. We were so inspired by this episode, and hope you are too!Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.c...2025-04-0758 min

Lead to SoarCelebrating Women's Leadership: Julie Escobar on Strategic & Financial EmpowermentGuest bio: Julie Escobar is a sharpened international market-driven leader and international businesswoman. She has driven the achievement of tremendous sales goals - from $20M to $50M in 3 years. Escobar is co-founder of Global Women Fresh, an organization whose mission is to leverage the talent of Women in produce to close the food industry’s gender divide by inspiring, connecting, and empowering women around the world.Episode Quotes“To go where you really want to go, you have to put the hours, you have to put the energy, the investment – financial and non-financial – and ultimately...2025-03-1749 min

Your Brilliant CareerThe Leadership Formula for Advancing Your Career with Michelle RedfernI'm joined by Michelle Redfern, an award-winning leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her new book, The Leadership Compass, is a must-read for ambitious professionals who are serious about their careers. It challenges the traditional advice on career progression, highlighting a critical missing piece that could make all the difference.Michelle has spent years helping women and organisations close the leadership gap, and her approach goes far beyond generic career advice. She has developed a proven formula—or “recipe”—designed to help leaders navigate today’s complex workplaces and hit their full potential.In this conversati...2025-02-2330 min

Meat Business Women podcastEp 10: Masterclass in Decoding Confidence with Michelle RedfernWomen are told to be confident, assertive and to speak up, but when they speak up, demonstrate confidence and assertiveness, they are often seen as unlikable. This webinar by global DEI and women’s leadership expert, Michelle Redfern, will provide participants insights into the 4 C’s of confidence and 6 ways to level up your confidence game.About Michelle…Michelle is a globally recognised gender equality, diversity and inclusion consultant. She advises organisations in the business and sporting sectors on DEI strategy development and implementation and works directly with women leaders to advance their career...2025-02-2158 min

Lead to SoarFrom Good to Great: How to Transform the Way You Coach Women LeadersIn this episode, Michelle Redfern is joined by Susan Colantuono, founder of Be Business Savvy and co-founder of the Lead to Soar Network, to discuss the transformative coaching approaches needed to support women’s advancement into senior leadership. This conversation focuses on how managers, mentors, and coaches can go beyond traditional coaching frameworks to build their own business acumen—and effectively coach women on these skills. By developing these critical coaching capabilities, we can bridge the leadership gender gap and elevate women leaders to new heights.Key Topics Discussed:• Transformative Coaching for Women Leaders: Michel...2024-11-2149 min

Lead to SoarCan We Reimagine HR for a Second Please? With Trina SundayIn this episode of Lead to Soar, host Michelle Redfern is joined by Trina Sunday, founder of Reimagine HR, for a candid conversation about the need for a major overhaul in HR. Michelle and Trina unpack the shortcomings in traditional HR practices, including the “policy police” reputation, and discuss how HR functions must evolve to be effective partners in strategic leadership. They explore why HR often catches criticism, how changing workplace expectations impact HR’s responsibilities, and the skills gap preventing HR from meeting the needs of a modern workforce. From adopting design thinking to embracing proactive relationship-building, they advoca...2024-11-1146 min

Lead to SoarWhy You Must Master the Art of Conversation for Leadership GrowthIn this episode of the Lead to Soar podcast, Michelle Redfern explores the concept of learning conversations and their role in career and leadership development. Michelle shares how mastering the art of these informal but intentional discussions can significantly enhance your leadership journey.Key Discussion Points:What are Learning Conversations?Michelle defines learning conversations as informal, intentional dialogues with someone whose experience can help broaden your perspective. Unlike traditional mentoring, learning conversations are more flexible and less structured, focusing on real-time knowledge sharing and feedback.Why Learning Conversations Matter for...2024-11-0413 min

Lead to SoarOpportunity Knocks: How to Take Smart Risks for Career GrowthIn this episode of Lead to Soar, hosts Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher tackle the crucial topic of taking risks in your career. From deciding whether to apply for new roles to managing toxic work environments, the conversation covers practical strategies for assessing risks, taking bold steps, and learning from past decisions. Michelle introduces the concept of a "risk matrix" to help you evaluate career moves, while Mel shares personal insights on making big life changes. The episode also explores overcoming fear of rejection, managing workplace politics, and how to become proactive in your career growth....2024-10-1436 min

Badass Women at Any AgeAdvancing women in business and sport with Michelle RedfernA natural born leader, Michelle Redfern recognized and embraced her resourceful, curious, adventurous spirit early in life. Combining this spirit with her high appetite for risk Michelle is fearless in the pursuit of what sets her soul on fire, which is closing the global leadership gap in business and sports. Michelle owns Advancing Women in Business and Sport, an enterprise providing consulting and advisory services on workplace gender equality, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as Lead to Soar, a multi platform resource for ambitious women leaders. She's the producer and host of the Advancing Women in Sport podcast...2024-07-2338 min

Lead to Soar"I'm Not Fixing Women and Nor Should You" -A Reading from The Leadership Compass by Michelle RedfernIn this mini-episode of Lead to Soar, Michelle Redfern, author of "The Leadership Compass," reads an excerpt from her book. Michelle emphasizes that women do not need fixing; instead, the focus should be on transforming the patriarchal systems that hinder their progress. Inspired by Catherine Fox's book "Stop Fixing Women," Michelle highlights the importance of addressing workplace policies and leadership frameworks designed for men.Episode Highlights- Systemic Change Over Individual Fixes: Women aren't the problem; the system is.- The Leadership Compass: Aims to help women navigate and change the...2024-07-2209 min

Lead to Soar"Who Are You Called to Become?" A Reading from The Leadership Compass by Michelle RedfernIn this mini episode of Lead to Soar, Michelle Redfern, author of "The Leadership Compass," shares a reading from the book's first chapter. Michelle reflects on a transformative leadership retreat and the journey to discovering her true calling as a leader.Episode Highlights- Transformational Retreat: A pivotal 2013 leadership retreat prompted Michelle to reflect deeply with the question, "Who are you called to become?"- Self-Discovery Journey: Michelle emphasizes the importance of listening to one's inner voice, reflecting on past experiences, and understanding personal and professional growth.- Mentorship Wisdom...2024-07-1509 min

Reimagining HR with Trina Sunday9. Executive Insights: The CEO’s Perspective on HR with Michelle RedfernEver wondered how to strategically land a seat at the table with top decision makers? This is a must-listen episode for how to make yourself invaluable in your organisation.We chat to CEO Michelle Redfern about the value HR professionals can bring to their organisation when they think and act strategically.Using your business intelligence to truly understand the business, what drives it and how to add value (i.e. profit) can change how you are perceived among your colleagues.This is an eye-opening view from the top, using Michelle’s insights from he...2024-07-1447 min

The Uncharted LeaderThe Leadership Compass with Michelle Redfern, Gender Equality Advisor and Founder of Advancing WomenMichelle Redfern is a leadership expert and gender equality advisor with a passion for working with CEOs to create inclusive workplaces, advocating for women in sports and helping ambitious women navigate the corporate world with an emphasis on self-leadership and vulnerability. Michelle’s mission is to close the global leadership gender gap and create a level playing field for women and girls. Her journey began with a growing awareness of injustice and a desire to make a difference. She experienced the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities and became frustrated with the lack of prog...2024-05-1350 min

Future Fit LeadershipMoving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from Conversation to Action with Michelle RedfernMichelle Redfern is well known for getting stuff done including taking workplace gender equality, diversity, equity and inclusion from conversation to action and helping women to have careers that soar! Michelle is dedicated to closing the global leadership gender gap and enabling women from all walks of life to have a career that soars. In this conversation we talk to Michelle about the latest gender pay gap report, distinction between gender pay gap and equal pay systemic issues that lead to gender pay disparities. importance of men sponsoring women in business advocacy of women in...2024-05-0649 min

Lead to SoarRecruiting and an HR Revolution for the Modern Executive featuring Erika JeffersonIn this episode of the Lead to Soar podcast, co-hosts Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern, along with special guest Erica Jefferson, tackle the pervasive challenges within the recruitment industry. The discussion centres on the inefficiencies and impersonal nature of recruiting practices, advocating for a radical transformation that prioritizes human connection, candidate care, and the dismantling of outdated systems. Through trio sheds light on the importance of networking in job acquisition, critiques the reliance on artificial intelligence in recruiting, and proposes actionable solutions aimed at creating a more inclusive, efficient, and respectful hiring process.Episode Highlights 2024-04-2949 min

Lead to SoarAI and the Future of HR, featuring Erika JeffersonIn this thought-provoking episode, Mel, Michelle, and Erika discuss the intersection of human resources (HR) and artificial intelligence (AI), exploring the implications, opportunities, and challenges that HR professionals face in the era of AI-driven automation and decision-making. As organizations globally adopt AI technologies to enhance hiring processes and operational efficiency, the trio sheds light on the necessity for HR to evolve, the fears surrounding job replacement, and the critical need for strategic, informed decision-making within HR departments.Episode Highlights:AI in Hiring: Reflection on the widespread use of automation...2024-04-2245 min

Lead to SoarEffective Leaders Do Succession Planning! Here's how!In this insightful episode, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern tackle the often overlooked yet critical aspect of leadership—succession planning. They explore why leaders tend to shy away from this responsibility and provide a roadmap for effective succession planning that prepares organizations for future challenges. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in a leadership position, offering practical strategies for cultivating the next generation of leaders.Episode Highlights:The Importance of Succession Planning: An exploration of why succession planning is essential for sustainable organizational growth and leadership transition.Overcoming Avoidance: Michelle shares in...2024-04-1517 min

Lead to SoarHow to Take Your Mentoring Program from Good to Great!In this episode of Lead to Soar, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern discuss the importance of creating a strategic mentoring program. They challenge the traditional, often questionable effectiveness of mentoring programs and present a strategic approach that promises to elevate these initiatives from good to great. Targeted at leaders, HR professionals, and decision-makers, this episode is a masterclass on designing mentoring programs that genuinely advance women's careers.Episode Highlights:The Strategic Importance of Mentoring: Michelle Redfern highlights the need for mentoring programs to be strategic, aligning with organizational goals and the advancement...2024-04-0825 min

Lead to SoarLeadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Emotional Intelligence in LeadershipLeadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Emotional Intelligence in LeadershipIn this episode of the "Lead to Soar" podcast, Mel interviews Michelle regarding the definition of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in leadership, as described in her book, The Leadership Compass. Michelle shares personal stories, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, empathy, adaptability, and a growth mindset in navigating the complexities of professional environments. The episode also explores the significance of reflective practice in personal and professional growth, providing valuable insights for aspiring and experienced leaders.Links and ResourcesThe Leadership Compass book offers a...2024-03-1827 min

Lead to SoarLeadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Business Intelligence in LeadershipThis episode is the first in a series exploring leadership skills detailed in "The Leadership Compass." Stay tuned for more insights on SQ and EQ in upcoming episodes. In this episode, Mel interviews Michelle about Business Intelligence (BQ) as a critical skill for effective leadership. Unlike innate strengths, BQ, along with Social (SQ) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ), can be developed through practice. Michelle shares transformative experiences from her career, emphasising the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in leadership roles. Some of the key takeaways:- Leadership Development: Michelle's journey highlights the power of self-reflection in pe...2024-03-1135 min

Lead to SoarThe Leadership Compass Book - Navigating the World of Women's LeadershipIn this first episode of Season 7, Michelle Redfern joins Mel to discuss her upcoming book, "The Leadership Compass: The ultimate guide for women leaders to reach their full potential." Set to be published on March 26, the book aims to guide women through their careers and leadership journeys.Links and ResourcesPre-order and additional information about "The Leadership Compass" can be found at michelleredfern.com under the 'books' tab.Exclusive updates and resources are available for those who join the Leadership Compass community. Lead to Soar is a global online...2024-01-2217 min

Lead to SoarCareer Q&A: Self-Promotion, Networking, and Leadership Strategies for SuccessIn this episode, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher engage in a informative Career Q&A discussion, based on questions from their members and listeners, sharing practical strategies and insights for self-promotion, networking, leadership, job hunting, and career advancement. They provide actionable advice and guidance on how to build credibility, thought leadership, and strategic relationships, and emphasize the importance of showing up, demonstrating value, and mastering your current role. With their engaging and informative conversation, Michelle and Mel offer valuable tips and tools for listeners to take their careers to the next level. Tune in now to...2023-11-2050 min

Lead to SoarMoving Up Begins in Your Own Mind FirstOn this episode of Lead to Soar, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher discuss the significance of our mindsets when it comes to advancing in our careers. Drawing from their personal experiences, they dispel the misconception that leaders are born and instead promote the notion that leadership is a skill that can be learned. The hosts encourage listeners to assess their own beliefs and attitudes, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and personal growth. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging individuals to reflect on their mindsets and strive for greater leadership potential. This episode is...2023-11-1320 min

Lead to SoarBEST OF L2S: Please stop being baffled about the leadership gender gapRecent research tells us (again) that women outperform men on a range of different leadership metrics. That same research informs us that leaders are baffled that, given how competent women are, there are more of us at the top of organizations. Well, we want you to stop your bafflement about the leadership gender gap. It might be an okay place to start, but leaders must move on from admiring the problem and start taking action. And that does not mean enrolling all your workers in unconscious bias training! In this episode, Mel Butcher and Michelle Redfern...2023-10-1649 min

Chief Meta Chicks PodcastS01 #1 - Balancing Purpose, Passion & Profit, with Michelle RedfernMichelle Redfern is a globally recognised gender equality, diversity and inclusion consultant, Founder of Advancing Women in Business & Sport, and Co-founder of Lead to Soar - a community and network that supports women on their leadership journey.Michelle advises organisations in the business and sporting sectors on DEI strategy development and implementation and works directly with female leaders to advance their careers. She is also an experienced board director who has held roles in sport, social justice and finance sectors.Michelle has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 100 Wom...2023-08-1052 min

Lead to SoarWhat is The Glass Cliff and How Do I Avoid It?The Glass Cliff is a phenomenon that describes the tendency for women to be appointed to leadership positions in challenging or risky situations, such as when a company is experiencing financial difficulties or when there is a high likelihood of failure. The term "glass cliff" was coined by researchers Michelle Ryan and Alex Haslam in 2005. Mel and Michelle discuss what The Glass Cliff is, and importantly, how women can be on the lookout for it when moving up.Links and ResourcesThe Glass Cliff: Exploring the Dynamics Surrounding the Appointment of...2023-07-1021 min

Lead to SoarHow Women Can Build & Demonstrate Strategic Acumen with Helga SvendsenHow does she do it?Do you know what strategy is?Do you know why strategy is set?Do you know why boards are interested in strategy?Can you describe the relationship between strategy and business outcomes?Being able to answer all these questions means you're likely to have strategic acumen.In this episode, Helga Svendsen FAICD and Michelle Redfern discuss Helga's experience from both sides of the boardroom table - as an executive and CEO as well as a Board Chair and Director, as...2023-06-0529 min

Lead to Soar5 Signs You Are in A Toxic Workplace For WomenAre you feeling underwhelmed by the environment in your current workplace? Do you think twice about speaking up because of how other colleagues may react? Are certain norms making it difficult for women to thrive in your workplace? If this sounds familiar, you could be in a toxic workplace for women.Our work environment directly impacts our professional performance and productivity. Our workplace culture also influences our overall well-being and mental health - a fact that must not be understated. Consequently, women must be cognizant of what constitutes a toxic workplace to formulate a strategy. In...2023-05-0819 min

Lead to SoarThe Brilliant JerkLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars!On episode this episode, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher talk about brilliant jerks. We've all worked with one (trying hard not to name names here), but what is a brilliant jerk and how do you work with one. Plus, Michelle and Mel have tips for taking your complaint to your boss or human resources.This is a recording from a LinkedIn in Live find out more about all the Lead to Soar events.Michelle Redfern Mel Butcher ...2023-03-0614 min

Lead to SoarBEST OF: The Confidence Scoop, with Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, and Mel ButcherLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! Welcome to our "BEST OF SERIES". On episode this episode, Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher sit down for a discussion on confidence... What is confidence? Where does confidence come from? How do you get it? Where does traditional advice on confidence go wrong? LINKS Book: What the CEO Want You To Know by Ram Charan Book: No Ceiling, No Walls by Susan Colantuono SPEAKER BIOs Susan Colantuono has made it her life’s mission to support the career success of women. Sh...2023-02-131h 04

The Beauty of ConflictLeveling The Playing Field with Michelle RedfernMichelle Redfern advocates for women’s rights in business and sports, and here’s how! In this episode of the Beauty of Conflict, Susan and CrisMarie sit down to talk with Michelle Redfern, founder of Advancing Women in Business and Sport about the work she’s doing advocating for diversity, inclusion, and gender equality in sports and in work sites. She starts with recognizing privilege and how those who have it can use empathy and curiosity to take action and bring barriers down for those who don’t. Throughout this conversation, Michelle shares some of her experiences working not only in...2022-11-1044 min

Lead to SoarWhat is Gaslighting at Work and What Can I Do About It?Lead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars Gaslighting in the workplace is Bullying. This form of toxic behavior is particularly insidious, and it can't be ignored if it's happening in your workplace. Because for the victims of this gaslighting, it can cause anxiety, depression, and even nervous breakdowns. It can cause the victim to even question their own sanity. In this episode, Mel and Michelle explore what gaslighting can look like, sound like and feel like for women in the workplace so that they at work know how to recognize it. We also...2022-07-2426 min

Lead to SoarDealing with "The Brilliant Jerk" in the WorkplaceLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars Do you have a “brilliant jerk” (or two) in your workplace? A Brilliant Jerk, also known as a Toxic Rock Star, is a person, typically in a position of power who has awful toxic behaviours that negatively impact colleagues. Their toxic bullying behaviour “evades consequences” because they’re typically high performing in another metric. The brilliant jerk has a particularly [negative] impact on women with Women of Colour reporting significantly higher rates of bullying than their white counterparts. Mel and Michelle share their experience of Brilliant Jerks and...2022-07-1724 min

Lead to SoarHow to Find Words that Work at WorkLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars Women face some tough workplace challenges from time to time. Often, we can find ourselves in a Fight/Flight/Freeze/Fawn response. Its where the amygdala takes over our own behaviour. Mel and Michelle discuss the types of challenges women might face at work, including hostile workplaces, the types of human behaviour that occurs, the impact it has and importantly, what language is helpful versus not helpful when tackling the poor behaviour of co-workers. They even role play a situation that will be useful for workers...2022-07-1042 min

Lead to SoarL2S E66: Interview: Dr Catriona Wallace. Why we need more women in AILead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, Dr. Catriona Wallace is our guest. Catriona is a serial entrepreneur and seasoned CEO. She talks with Michelle about why we need more women in AI, and how she has thrived in the manosphere of AI, STEM, and Venture Capitalism. Catriona also gives women some absolute gold about what great CEOs know and do. https://mumbrella.com.au/youtube-algorithms-exposing-young-men-to-the-manosphere-reset-australia-734877 Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~...2022-07-0447 min

Lead to SoarL2S E65: Please stop being baffled about the leadership gender gapLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars Recent research tells us (again) that women outperform men on a range of different leadership metrics. That same research informs us that leaders are baffled that, given how competent women are, there are more of us at the top of organizations. Well, we want you to stop your bafflement about the leadership gender gap. It might be an okay place to start, but leaders must move on from admiring the problem and start taking action. And that does not mean enrolling all your workers in unconscious...2022-06-2749 min

Lead to SoarL2S E64: Interview: Tara Furiani: Taking the BS out of the WorkplaceLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, we discuss how we want leaders to interact with HR to support women, how we want HR to call bullshit on workplace fuckery, and what exactly is a Fuckeroni Pizza? All this and more in this energetic conversation with "Not the HR LAdy" Tara Furiani. https://www.notthehrlady.com Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Guest Tara Furiani Bio: I'm Tara F...2022-06-1950 min

Lead to SoarL2S EP63: Yes, successful women 'play politics' at work.Lead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars In this episode, Mel and Michelle discuss why politics at work need to be rebadged and rethought by women who want a career that soars. Politics, when viewed through the lens of our 3-part leadership definition, is engaging the greatness in others and aligning them towards to strategic and financial goals of the organization. Furthermore, women are rated by bosses as having superior EQ and engagement skills. We discuss how leveraging those skills, strategically and authentically is part of the successful woman's career toolkit. ~...2022-06-1242 min

Lead to SoarL2S EP61: Amal Yusuf from Delta Airlines - Running a successful, high impact employee resource group for womenLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Amal Yusuf, newest host for a Career That Soars, to discuss her career path, and the leadership and wisdom she brings to our organization. Amal shares with us her path from immigrant to corporate business leader, and how she views networking and building connections for women in business. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~2022-05-2947 min

Lead to SoarL2S EP59: How women can become adept at authentic and graceful self-promotionLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars In this episode, Mel and Michelle discuss why women doing great work is just not enough. They talk about and share tips on, how women can communicate more about their work, their contributions, and their team's contributions in support of reaching goals. These goals are those that support, staff, team members, and the needs of other colleagues as you move up the career ladder. ~ Resources Sign up for A Career that Soars! *Premium ~ Bio for Michelle Redfern 2022-05-1532 min

Lead to SoarWho is Your Career Sponsor? with Michelle Redfern & Mel ButcherThis episode was inspired by Carla Harris who gave a TED Talk called 'How to find the person who can help you get ahead at work'. Mel and Michelle explore just what a career sponsor is, how to go about getting one (hint: its not easy but there are ways) and importantly, what to pay attention to if you want to advance your career with the help of an advocate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-0231 min

Advancing Women in SportDr Hannah Macdougall: The Intersection of Disability and Gender in SportAbout Dr Hannah Macdougall Hannah Macdougall is a dual Paralympian and previous World Record Holder, representing Australia in swimming and cycling. She also co-captained the Australian Swimming Team at the 2006 World Championships and the 2008 Paralympic Games. Hannah has completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/ Bachelor of Commerce (Sport Management) at Deakin University and completed a PhD in athlete wellbeing at LaTrobe University. When she is not training, Hannah is an inclusion advocate, mindfulness, breathwork and wellbeing ‘pracademic’, and Senior Advisor for Community Programs and Campaigns at the Victoria State Emergency Services. Visibility of Disabi...2022-04-2648 min

Lead to SoarL2S EP56: The Stories we tell ourselves with Michelle Redfern & Mel ButcherLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars Have you ever thought or said “I’m just not that confident” or do you identify strongly with having imposter syndrome? Mel and Michelle talk about this and that we've both had at times in our lives, an internal dialogue or voice that we listen to that tells us that we're just not enough. So how do women get beyond this mindset, and start telling ourselves a much much better story? Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToS...2022-04-2427 min

Advancing Women in SportProfessor Emma Sherry: The Uneven Playing Field for Women in SportAbout Professor Emma Sherry Emma Sherry is a Professor at Swinburne University, specialising in the field of Sport Development, and is Chair of the Department for Management and Marketing in the Swinburne Business School. Emma also sits on the board of Tennis Victoria, for which she held presidency from 2018-20, and now serves as Board Director. Emma has completed a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne, and a Masters of Business (Sport Management) and PhD at Deakin University. In 2014, Emma was awarded the Victorian Women’s Governance Scholarship, which led to her completion of the highl...2022-04-1953 min

Advancing Women in SportAllison Dodd: Why Cricket and Business is a Great Combo for WomenAbout Allison Dodd Allison Dodd is a seasoned cricket admininistrator and is currently President of the Strathmore Cricket Club. She has played her part in various roles over her time with the club, including Secretary, Committee Member, and Head of Membership. Allison also has over 15 years of senior management experience in various industry sectors, including health and aged care, vocational education, training and the not-for-profit sector. Being The First Woman in Cricket In her interview with Michelle, Allison talks about her experience as the first female president of the Strathmore Cricket Club and what this has meant for...2022-04-1256 min

Lead to SoarL2S EP54: Why Women Are Stuck at the Crossroads and How to Get Outta There! Michelle Redfern & Mel ButcherLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars What happens when you don't know what to do next in your career? Or you are faced with a difficult choice? Or, you feel like you haven't got any choices? Mel and Michelle get to the heart of making career decisions and what women can do to help themselves gain clarity when they find themselves at the crossroads. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Resources Sign up for A Career t...2022-04-1128 min

Advancing Women in SportTamatha Harding: On The Motherhood Penalty in SportAbout Tamatha Harding Tamatha Harding is Head of Tennis Delivery and Culture at Tennis Victoria, and is on the board of Women Sport Australia. She is also a Consultant in Strategy and Project Planning, with more than 20 years of experience in the sport industry to inform programming, development and strategic projects for sporting and non-sporting organisations. In her time with Tennis Victoria, Tamatha has worked in a variety of roles, including Inclusion Lead, Project Leader of Female Participation, Special Projects Lead, Executive Manager of Community Tennis, and interim CEO. From 2017-21, Tamatha sat on the Dareb...2022-04-0548 min

Lead to SoarL2S E53: Succession Planning for Leaders - Setting Your Underrepresented minority staff up for success with Michelle Redfern & Mel ButcherLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! Are you managing key personnel risk well enough in your organisation? Have you identified a potential successor or successors for your role? Do you have at least one woman or PoC on your succession plan? Have you identified what role(s) you would like to be considered a successor for? Answers to these and many more questions about succession planning are in this lively episode with Mel and Michelle. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com 2022-04-0339 min

Advancing Women in SportEmily McKie: Why Women in Sport Experience BurnoutAbout Emily McKie Emily McKie is currently the Women’s Head Coach at the Monbulk Football Netball Club. She is also Project Officer for the Girls on the Move project— a project that serves to increase physical activity among culturally and linguistically diverse girls and young women in Melbourne’s south-east and she hosts The Coaches Diary podcast. Emily has a background in teaching Sport and Recreation, and completed a Bachelor of Arts at Deakin University, with a Major in Sociology and Minor in Sport and Society. 2022-03-2848 min

Lead to SoarL2S E52: Job Hunting Tips with Renata Bernarde - The ABCs of Job HuntingLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode, friend of the podcast and job hunting coach Renata Bernarde shares with Michelle the ABCs of job hunting as well as discussing how The Great Resignation/Resent, etc. is a GREAT opportunity for women to make a bold career move. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Guest Renata Bernarde Bio: Renata Bernarde is the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. She's also an executive coach, job...2022-03-2742 min

Advancing Women in SportDr. Kate O'Halloran: The Impact of Gendered Online Abuse in Sports MediaAbout Dr. Kate O’Halloran Kate is an award-winning journalist, media consultant, and academic, and is currently working for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation as Digital Sport Journalist. In 2019, Kate cofounded Siren, a women in sport collective calling for better coverage of women’s sport and raising the voice of women and marginalised identities in media. Kate has completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Cinema Studies at the University of Melbourne. She also completed a PhD in Gender and Cultural Studies at the University of Sydney. In 20...2022-03-1446 min

Advancing Women in SportEpisode 2: Michelle Redfern: Observations About Gender Inequality in SportWhy Sport? My first observations about sport came a long time after I was first involved. Sport has featured consistently throughout my entire life, whether as a little person watching from the side-lines when my parents played or as a young person and adult being involved in various team and individual sports. As I became older, I moved my involvement in sport back to the side-line, however this time as a contributor not just a spectator. I coached, managed, scored and eventually became an administrator. My roles in sporting administration enabled me to combine my areas of...2022-02-2117 min

Advancing Women in SportEpisode 1: Michelle Redfern, The Invisible Barriers that Women in Sport Face Episode 1: The Advancing Women in Sport Podcast - Invisible Barriers Women in sport face many invisible barriers. My podcast will highlight some of those barriers and help sporting leaders take action to address them. I want all of us to know what in the world is going on for women in sport. Because achieving gender equality in sport will create a more prosperous, sustainable, and enjoyable sporting arena for all of us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-1520 min

The Job Hunting PodcastImpostor Syndrome and Fear of Success - with Michelle Redfern (Ep 121)Today we have a very different episode on The Job Hunting Podcast, where I have swapped chairs with a past guest, Michelle Redfern, from episode 37, and she is the one interviewing me. Michelle has recently launched her podcast with her business partner Mel Butcher, The Lead to Soar Podcast, and they are killing it. Sticking to their strength in supporting women in leadership, they have lined up a great guest list, so I recommend that you check it out, follow, subscribe, and leave them your support in the form of a 5-star ranking and a great review...2022-02-1450 min

Take on BoardMichelle Redfern takes lessons from the pitch into the boardroomToday on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Michelle Redfern about building a board portfolio - aligned with interests, purpose and skills.Michelle is Chair of Speckle Financial Health and also a member of Wayfinder Steering Committee. She is also the former Deputy Chair of Good Shepherd Microfinance and a former board member of Williamstown Football Club, The Gippsland League and Swinburne University Business without Borders. She began her board career as Secretary for Highvale Netball Association.Today Michelle is the founder of Advancing Women, an enterprise providing research and advisory services on workplace gender eq...2022-02-0131 min

Advancing Women in SportIntroducing The Advancing Women in Sport Podcast with Michelle RedfernWe know that storytelling is a powerful way to humanize the statistics, put a face to the challenges and opportunities that women in sport face. The need to tell the stories of women in sport and to create a clarion call to action to close the gender gaps in sport has never been stronger. Our first two Advancing Women in Sport research reports gathered statistics as well as publish our own qualitative and quantitative research on people of all genders in sport. While ours and others statistics provide incredible insights, they often fail to give us any...2022-02-0104 min

Lead to SoarL2S E50: Farewell Season 3, See you in Season 4 – 2022! The Great Resignation/Reset/ResistanceLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down with hosts from a Career That Soars, as part of a live event to discuss career advice, what they think of the "Great Resignation", and so much more. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com SPEAKER BIOs Susan Colantuono has made it her life’s mission to support the career success of women. She is the Founder of and...2021-12-2453 min

Lead to SoarL2S E47: Leading Across Differences with Amal YusufLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Amal Yusuf, newest host for a Career That Soars, to discuss her career path, and the leadership and wisdom she brings to our organization. Amal shares with us her path from immigrant to corporate business leader, and how she views networking and building connections for women in business. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~2021-12-0947 min

Lead to SoarL2S E46: Leading Change with Dr. Jen FrahmLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Dr. Jen Frahm, a global expert on organizational change and transformation and an executive coach, to discuss the difference between leading change and being a change leader. They really dig into the importance of emotional intelligence, and inquiring, curious mind. There is so much to change and it's not just data from spreadsheets, you have to pay attention to what our bodies tell us about change. Leaders m...2021-12-0334 min

Lead to SoarL2S E44: Overcoming Your Fear of Success with Renata BernardeLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Renata Bernarde, job hunting coach, about imposter syndrome, and gives her views of what it really is when people are job hunting and the fear of success. She has some terrific knowledge bombs about changing our mindsets when it comes to progressing our careers - like "what could go right?" instead of thinking "what could go wrong?" Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Ca...2021-11-1846 min

Lead to SoarL2S E43: Giving and Receiving FeedbackLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S! - leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher come together to share insights on the concepts that not all feedback is a gift and that women often receive feedback that isn't helpful to their careers. Because it is incomplete or vague. both women and leaders of women will benefit from the tips we share about giving and receiving GREAT career advice to lift performance. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by...2021-11-1129 min

Lead to SoarL2S E41: CEO Thoughts with Jo Thomas, CEO of the Australian Institute of BusinessLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Jo Thomas, the CEO of the Australian Institute of Business. Jo shares her career story, how she ended living in Australia, and how she climbed the career ladder to hold multiple different C-Suite positions. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Guest Jo Thomas' Bio: Jo Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of th...2021-10-281h 00

Lead to SoarL2S E40: Executive Presence - with Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, & Mel ButcherOn episode 40 of Lead to Soar, Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher sit down for a discussion on Executive Presence... What is executive presence? Why do you need it? And how do you get it? Where is traditional advice on executive advice missing, particularly for women? SPEAKER BIOs Susan Colantuono has made it her life’s mission to support the career success of women. She is the Founder of and now retired CEO of Leading Women, an international management consulting company focused on bringing gender balance to leadership teams. She is globally known for her TED Ta...2021-10-211h 05

Lead to SoarL2S E38: Alicia Scott, Senior Director of People, Culture and DEILead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with Semiconductor engineer and DEI expert, Alicia Scott. Alicia joins us to share her experiences advancing in an extremely male-dominated space - semiconductors, and shares her thoughts and experience as a Woman of Colour in STEM. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Bio for Guest, Alicia Scott Alicia Scott has 25 years of...2021-10-0758 min

Lead to SoarL2S E37: Money, money, money, MONEY! Financial acumen in your business.Lead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S! - leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher come together for a discussion on financial acumen in the business. This is for any person who hasn't learned what the story that numbers tell about the business, or women who have told themselves, "well, I'm just not that good with numbers." Michelle provides easy to understand, financial acumen 101. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ R...2021-09-3041 min

Lead to SoarL2S E35: Sheila Flavell, COO of the FDM GroupLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down for an interview with the one and only Sheila Flavell. Sheila is an extraordinary leader (by our full ACtS! definition!) in the truest sense. She has created exceptional outcomes for business and women in the Tech industry. She continues leading today and has a curiosity and energy to keep learning and pushing herself into new territory. We were so inspired by this episode and hope you are too! Learn m...2021-09-0958 min

Lead to SoarEmotional Intelligence & Understanding What You CauseIn this episode of L2S! - leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher come together to share insights on better understanding emotional intelligence and how to explore the question, "what do you cause?". Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com~ResourcesThe Get Sh*t Done ExperienceThe 12 Elements of Emotional Intelligence by Dr. Danial Goleman~Bio for Michelle RedfernMichelle is the founder of Advancing Women, an enterprise providing research and advisory ser...2021-09-0253 min

Lead to SoarL2S E32 Peta Sitcheff on BurnoutLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern, sits down with guest Peta Sitcheff for a candid interview. They cover her exceptional career in sales and talk about a very rural problem for women in the workforce - burnout. We're incredibly proud of this episode and hope you find it engaging and helpful. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Bio for Guest, Peta Sitcheff P...2021-08-191h 01

Lead to SoarHow to Network Like a Boss with Michelle Redfern and Mel ButcherIn this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher come together to give YOU some tips and tactics on How to Network Like a Boss. Cultivating and maintaining a strategic network with the right others is key to your long-term career success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1259 min

Lead to SoarL2S E30: Why Having it all is COMPLETE BS! with Michelle RedfernLead to Soar! is a production of A Career that Soars! In this episode of L2S!, leadership and gender equality expert, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher come together to discuss the idea of "having it all!" and the damage this can do to women and their mindsets. In particular, they discuss "having it all" in the context of juggling career, motherhood, relations and beyond. Learn more about Lead to Soar! and A Career that Soars! by visiting LeadToSoar.com ~ Bio for Michelle Redfern Michelle is the founder of Ad...2021-08-0550 min

The Burnout Show#33 - After decades of living busy and seeking more, no matter how great her achievements, Michelle Redfern now lives a purposeful and fulfilling life strictly structured by her 8x8x8 hour rule.Michelle is the founder of Advancing Women, an enterprise providing research and advisory services on workplace equality, inclusion, and gender diversity. She is co-host of A Career that Soars! the founder of women’s network Women Who Get It and co-founder of CDW (Culturally Diverse Women) Michelle is an experienced Non-Executive Director with Board and advisory roles in the finance, sport, for purpose and supply chain sectors. She is a proud Ambassador for Honour a Woman, Flexible Working Day and Girls Uniform Agenda. She has held executive leadership roles at ASX & FTSE listed companies NAB, Telstra and Ser...2021-08-0234 min

Lead to SoarL2S E26: Welcome to Season 3! with Michelle & MelYour hosts, Michelle Redfern and Mel Butcher, share the scoop on what to expect in Season 3 of the Lead to Soar podcast and what's coming up next inside A Career that Soars! A Career that Soars! is a network and learning environment for ambitious women who want to take their careers to the next level. Premium members can access free and discounted courses and workshops created by the founder and hosts -- Susan Colantuono (author of No Ceiling, No Walls), Michelle Redfern, Mel Butcher and more. We can't wait to see you inside! Visit LeadToSoar...2021-07-0805 min

Lead to SoarCareer Q&A with Emily McKie, interviewed by Michelle RedfernBio for Emily McKie: Emily has coached sports for 10 years using an exploratory facilitation and athlete-centred coaching style, and is currently working with the U18 female program at Dandenong Stingrays as a development coach in the semi elite pathway. Emily created and managed what is now one of the biggest female junior football leagues in Victoria, Australia - the Eastern Region Girls Football League. She has used sport to go around the world - either playing, coaching, or running Auskick clinics in France, Sweden, Amsterdam, Germany, and Belgium. Notable Episode Quotes: “If you under...2021-04-2246 min

Lead to SoarEntrepreneurship to Intrepreneurship with Wendy Hanson & Michelle RedfernGuest Bio: Wendy Hanson is the co-founder and COO of BetterManager. At Better Manager, Wendy and her team believe that Managers are the single most important factor in employee engagement and happiness. The employee-manager relationship determines up to 70% of an employee's engagement. And, engaged employees are the key to company performance. Companies with highly engaged teams outperform peers by 147% in earnings per share. To create effective and lasting change, companies need to invest in a solution that is adaptive, responsive and meets the needs of all managers. That’s where BetterManager comes in. BetterManager executive coaches provide cost-effective, personalized gu...2021-04-0857 min

Lead to SoarKerry Ashbrook, Author of A Life ReinventedGuest Bio: Kerry Ashbrook is an entrepreneur, business women, inspirational speaker, author, corporate executive and investor. Kerry is the founder of Life You Choose, where she supports women in achieving financial independence and to live the life they would truly choose. Kerry has subject matter expertise that extends across business strategy, customer service, sales & marketing, information technology, enterprise transformation and program management, business architecture, retail and courier operations as well as corporate sourcing and supply chain. Kerry is the author of: A Life Reinvented ~ Disclaimer: In providing this podcast, no leaders or members o...2021-04-0155 min

Lead to SoarThe Confidence Scoop: Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, Mel ButcherOn episode 19 of Lead to Soar, Susan Colantuono, Michelle Redfern, and Mel Butcher sit down for a discussion on confidence... What is confidence? Where does confidence come from? How do you get it? Where does traditional advice on confidence go wrong? LINKSBook: What the CEO Want You To Know by Ram CharanBook: No Ceiling, No Walls by Susan Colantuono SPEAKER BIOs Susan Colantuono has made it her life’s mission to support the career success of women. She is the Founder of and now retired CEO of Leading Women, an international management consulting company focused on bringing gender...2021-03-1859 min