Future Women Leadership Series

Jiva Smith is a transformational coach for leaders. He became a coach after making it almost overnight in New York City. Jiva managed massive teams and budgets in a big, high-powered role. But the pressure of this role soon caught up with him. He felt lost, and in the process discovered a new way to lead.
In this episode, he speaks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about emotional resilience, burnout and how to rebuild after a setback.
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on defensive team members. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com.
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What are the green flags you should look for in an executive coach?
Jessica Symes Toomey is the Founder and Principal of Symes Group, a boutique people development and dispute resolution consultancy. She’s an experienced executive coach and also an accredited mediator. In this episode, she explains what you should be thinking about when deciding whether executive coaching is right for you.
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on AI slop. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com.
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Can determination be both a blessing and a curse for leaders?
Annabelle Chauncy OAM is the founder of the not-for-profit organisation School For Life. Her life was changed as a 21-year-old university student when she visited a school in Uganda. Shocked by what she saw, Annabelle decided to make a difference...
In this episode, she speaks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about how determination can be a double-edged sword for leaders. She explains how she has learned to harness it without alienating her team.
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on tackling risky leadership opportunities. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com.
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In this second part of our Summit series on AI, you'll hear from Mel Lee, FW's former Director of Digital and cybersecurity expert Alastair MacGibbon. They answer live audience questions about AI and how it's changing work, parenting and leadership at lightning speed.
Check out our first Summit episode on AI here.
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Can leaders be both vulnerable and tough?
Anne-Louise Sarks holds one of the rarest leadership positions in Australian performing arts. She’s the sole Artistic Director and CEO of the Melbourne Theatre Company, responsible for both the creative vision and full operational running of the organisation. She’s also the first solo female Artistic Director in the company’s 73 year history. In this episode, she speaks with executive producer Odessa Blain about drive, toughness and how to lead with vulnerability.
Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering your leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on clashing team members. If you have any leadership dilemmas, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com.
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