The Lead to Soar Podcast

Our mission is to equip women with the knowledge and skills they need to *earn* leadership roles, especially at the top of organisations.

Latest Episodes

5 Signs You're in a Toxic Workplace for Women

Are you feeling underwhelmed by the environment in your current work...

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Loyalty is for Labradors, not women at work

An HBR article says that "it is assumed that exceptional men will job...

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Women's Wellbeing in the Workplace with Natalie Moore

Menopausal women are the fastest growing workforce demographic...

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Quick Confidence with Selena Rezvani

Michelle talks to Selena about women tapping into their confidence!

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What's Missing From Leadership Advice for Women?

What's Missing From Leadership Advice for Women?

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The Leadership Compass Book - Navigating the World of Women's Leadership

Navigating the World of Women's Leadership with Michelle and Mel

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Black Women in Science and Engineering with Erika Jefferson

Erika Jefferson is the President and Founder of BWISE

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F*ck the Cupcakes: How to Honor the Women in Your Company in March...the right way

Mel and Michelle discuss the often performative nature of IWD

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Why are women less likely to ask questions in public?

Michelle and Mel discuss a phenomenen that affects women's visibility

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Meet the Hosts

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Michelle Redfern

Michelle Redfern

Michelle Redfern

Co Host

Michelle Redfern

Michelle Redfern is a globally recognised gender equality, diversity and inclusion strategist. She advises organisations in the business and sporting sectors on DEI strategy development and implementation and works directly with women leaders to advance their careers.

Mel Butcher

Mel Butcher

Mel Butcher

Co Host

Mel Butcher

Mel Butcher is a speaker, creator and consultant with over 15 years of professional experience. Mel co-leads Lead to Soar, an organization with a mission to close the gender leadership gap using research-backed methods. As part of Lead to Soar, she teaches courses that focus on equipping women with what they most need to advance and earn leadership positions, namely — business, strategic, and financial acumen. Mel is also proud co-host of the Lead to Soar podcast. Mel holds a BS and MS in Engineering and a BA in Language.

Susan Colantuono

Susan Colantuono

Susan Colantuono

Co Host

Susan Colantuono

Susan Colantuono has made it her life’s mission to support the career success of women.

Amal Yusuf

Amal Yusuf

Amal Yusuf

Co Host

Amal Yusuf

Amal ensures her team has the process and technology capabilities to drive results.

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