Women Who Lead Change
This is the podcast for women who want to change the world.
If you have that deep desire to see things change in your organisation, your community, or from the inside out, then this is for you.
Here, we explore ideas and practical ways to lead change. You will hear stories of women who are making a difference, to energise and equip you on your own path.
Think of this as your weekly source of inspiration and strategy for the journey.
Episodes
190 episodes
What I've Learned Leading Change for 15 Years
Michelle shares some key lessons from 15 years of working in change:You Cannot Out-Strategise Human EmotionsEvery Person Responds to Change DifferentlyYou Must Lean In, Listen, and Empathise to UnderstandY...
Sustainable Leadership
Michelle talks about exhaustion and how to be more sustainable in your leadership.The quiet, creeping depletion that so many high-achieving women carry around. The constant low-level hum of tiredness that we've normalised to the point wh...
The Sponsor Gap in Leadership
In this episode, we talk about Sponsorship.A mentor is someone who gives you advice. They meet with you periodically. They share their wisdom, help you think through challenges, and offer guidance based on their experience. Mentors are v...
Leading Through Uncertainty
Leading Through Uncertainty: The Psychology of ChangeEach stage of the Change Curve needs something different from you.In denial: People need information, repeated calmly.In anger: People need to be heard, not...
The Confidence Question
The confidence conversation isn't wrong. Many of us do need to back ourselves more. But it's incomplete. It places responsibility on individuals while leaving systems untouched.So this week, I invite you to reflect:W...
Redefining Strong: The Jacinda Ardern Leadership Lesson
I invite you to reflect:Where have you been told—explicitly or implicitly—that your natural way of leading isn't "strong enough"?What would it look like to bring more of your whole self to your leadership this week?
The Numbers Don't Lie: Women in Leadership Then and Now
In this episode, we look at how far Australian Corporates have come in the past 15 years, and the work still to go.Some key statistics in Australia:Female CEOs ASX 300: ~10% (stagnant)Female CEOs ASX 200 (2011): 3%
The Heart of Change Leadership
I invite you to reflect on one change you’re leading or living through. Ask yourself:On a scale of 1-10, how psychologically safe does my team feel to voice concerns?When was the last time I really listened to some...
Why I Want More Women in Leadership
This is the podcast for women who want to change the world.If you have that deep desire to see things change in your organisation, your community, or from the inside out, then you are in exactly the right place.Here, we explore no...
Welcome to a New Era
This is the podcast for women who want to change the world.If you have that deep desire to see things change in your organisation, your community, or from the inside out, then you are in exactly the right place.Here, we explore no...
Goodbye Past. Hello Future.
In this podcast, Michelle wraps up season 2.FromSupporting women in leadership and key topics - leadership, leading teams, confidence and popular episodes about feedback and managing toxic workplaces.ToGo deeper for ...
Leading with a Brave Heart
Why I started the Leading with a Braveheart podcast.The leading with a braveheart journeyI started out with 7 episodes on what I learned in the corporate world, as a woman.Then I was inspired to continue to support w...
A Career Journey from Accountant to Leadership Coach
In this episode, Michelle shares her personal story from the heart with all the successes, the challenges and the raw experience of her life and career and how they are both one story and have an impact on how we show up at work and in life.
What will leadership look like in 2026?
Michelle shares her predictions for leadership in 2026. What’s needed, what is valued, and most importantly, the shifts that leaders need to make internally.Inner Foundation: Know SelfSelf-Regulate
Planning for 2026 with intention and confidence
In this podcast, Michelle shares a planning session for 2026.Some of the questions shared for looking ahead:What are you looking forward to in 2026?What are your Top 3 Goals?What are your Intentions?
End of year review for leaders
In this podcast, Michelle shares a wrap up for 2025 and suggests how to do this:STEP 1: Complete a month by month reflections and notesSTEP 2: Pull out your Highlights and Learnings
Why Leadership Development needs to be slow and deep
Why a 12-Month Program? The Case for Slow, Deep Leadership DevelopmentI'm opening up just 5 spots for my year-long Leadership Blueprint VIP program. If you're interested in being considered, ...
What Does It Really Take to Get Promoted?
In this podcast, Michelle shares how to make sure you get the promotion.The 3 P’s of Promotion:Performance PerceptionPoliticsFind out more abou...
The Power of Your Leadership Values
In this podcast, Michelle Guide you through a short exercise to identify their top 2-3 core leadership values.Knowing your values is the foundation of authentic leadership. what do you feel in your “peak” moments?
Navigating Office Politics and Egos Without Losing Yourself
In this podcast, Michelle shares how to navigate difficult personalities and build influence with integrity, without losing yourself.Reframe "office politics" as "stakeholder management." and discover strategies for dealing with difficul...
Your Leadership Operating System
In this podcast, Michelle shares how it’s important to have systems in your life.>> habits>> routines>> rituals>> rhythmsall play crucial roles in creating a calm, harmonious and produc...
How to Speak So Executives Listen
In this podcast, Michelle shares how to Speak So Executives Listen: The PREP Method PointRationaleExplanationPointBook end with the point…and the Preparation is key!!
The Delegation Dilemma Every New Manager Faces
In this podcast, Michelle shares how to go from Doer to Leader.She covers how to overcome the Delegation Dilemma Every New Manager Faces starting with finding tasks that are repeatable and teachable.If you want access to the full ...