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Brave Feminine Leadership

Melissa Hamilton
Leadership
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Brave Feminine Leadership
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Sharing stories from amazing leaders just like you and me. Breaking down myths of leadership, imposter syndrome & helping us all be braver. Step by step.

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Shomaice Zowghi walked into one of Australia's most closed, male-dominated industrial environments as the first female Director of Industrial Relations in a 107-year-old passenger railway system. Deals had always been done at the pub. Networks were t... more

Felecia Pryor wanted to be an FBI agent. A psychological test, a shuttle bus, and a conversation with a stranger at a conference changed everything. What followed was nearly two decades building people strategy inside some of the world's most complex... more

Anu Villarosa began her career as a lawyer in London, moved to Australia on a whim during the 2008 financial crash, and somehow ended up as Chief People Officer at a leading law firm - via recruitment, mindset coaching, competitive hockey, and a 50% ... more

Damian Zahra started work early, grew up around family businesses, and came into HR with one obsession: what happens when you bring the discipline of high performance sport into the world of business? Nearly seven years into his role as Chief People ... more

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Recent Guests

Felecia Pryor
Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer at Deere and Company
John Deere (Deere & Company)
Episode: #244 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Felecia Pryor: Don't Play in the Garden When the House is on Fire
Anu Villarosa
Chief People Officer at a leading law firm; former lawyer; coach with neuroscience and NLP background
Leading law firm
Episode: #243 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Anu Villarosa: Curious by Design
Damian Zahra
Chief People Officer at Bunnings Group
Bunnings Group
Episode: #242 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Damian Zahra: The Gift of Feedback
Amy Stanley
Chief People Officer at HBF
HBF
Episode: #241 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Amy Stanley: The Influence You Can't See
Amy Walker
Chief People, Culture, Safety, Environment, and Governance Officer at the Port of Newcastle
Port of Newcastle
Episode: #240 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Amy Walker: Moving Towards the Tension
Merle Singer
Leader in technology and founder of Epitome Leadership, author of leadership archetypes research
Epitome Leadership / Deakin University Business School collaboration
Episode: #238 - Merle Singer - Where are you Performing in Your Leadership?
Matt Tice
CEO of Insurgence; strategist focusing on geopolitics and disruption; author; board roles
Insurgence
Episode: #237 Matt Tice - Geopolitics Just Landed on Your P&L
Alexis George
Avid executive leader, former CEO of AMP Limited
AMP Limited
Episode: #236 IWD 2026 Special with Alexis George - She Left It Better Than She Found It
Jodi Geddes
Brand editor and founder involved in Circle In and Brandiie; expert on personal branding and its intersection with leadership
Brandiie / Circle In
Episode: #234 Career Insurance: Jodi Geddes on Why Your Personal Brand Can't Wait

Host

Melissa Hamilton
Host of Brave Feminine Leadership; facilitates conversations with senior leaders on courage, authenticity, and transformation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Great insights!

    Really loving the Board Director series, particularly their insights on building a portfolio career. Thanks very much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dammit Janet!
    Australiaa year ago
  • The best podcast!

    Brave Feminine Leadership" is a gem of a podcast! The recent episode with Clare Groves is no exception. Melissa navigates a conversation that bridges leadership and personal well-being, shedding light on the seldom-discussed balance between professional success and mental health. Clare's extensive background in mental health care and her entrepreneurial journey offers insights into maintaining good mental health as a cornerstone of effective leadership. The episode is a must-listen for anyone lo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Team12345678910
    United States2 years ago
  • Empowering, Insightful, and a Must-Listen!

    "Brave Feminine Leadership" with Melissa Hamilton is an absolute game-changer for any woman aiming to up her leadership game. Melissa's approach is down-to-earth, super relatable, and packed with actionable advice. As a former CEO, she brings a wealth of experience and insight that's hard to find elsewhere. Her commitment to empowering women in their careers shines through in every episode. The way she tackles big issues like imposter syndrome and helps us step up confidently is both empowering ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wilsonshelbyl
    United States2 years ago
  • Congratulations on the 100 episodes

    The 100th episode summary by Melissa is fantastic! Melissa is a rare CEO leader. She is so smart, wise, experienced, courageous, articulate but highly empathetic and vulnerable. I’m loving the back catalogue of interviews and will be forever grateful for Melissa speaking to the staff at my company who were equally inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dance machine
    Australia3 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Loving making my way through the back catalogue. Such grounded, beautiful conversations with people across all areas of business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clare N G
    Australia3 years ago

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#243 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Anu Villarosa: Curious by Design
Q: What is Brave Feminine Leadership from your perspective and does it need to change?
Brave Feminine Leadership blends traditional feminine traits like empathy and listening with bravery, visibility, and accountability, and should focus on defining great leadership without gender labels.
#243 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Anu Villarosa: Curious by Design
Q: What do you think is the most misunderstood thing about your role and why?
People assume HR is only about operations like onboarding and offboarding, but the role actually shapes strategy, talent visibility, and the company's overall performance when given a seat at the table.
#242 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Damian Zahra: The Gift of Feedback
Q: How do you view Brave Feminine Leadership in the context of gender and leadership today?
Brave Feminine Leadership is about human-centered leadership with empathy, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence, traits valuable for all leaders regardless of gender, and should be applied broadly across leadership.
#242 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Damian Zahra: The Gift of Feedback
Q: What is the most important leadership skill you think organizations should translate from sports?
The gift of feedback—creating space for continuous feedback, assuming good intent, and using that feedback to improve team performance continuously.
#242 Shaping The Future | In Conversation with Damian Zahra: The Gift of Feedback
Q: How has the CPO role evolved beyond a support function?
The CPO now interprets strategy, anticipates challenges, and ensures delivery of the plan through culture and capabilities, acting as a strategic enabler at the intersection of organizational strategy and risk management.

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The show centers on women's leadership, governance, and transformation across industries, often featuring senior executives, board directors, and diversity-focused practitioners. Conversations explore authentic leadership, overcoming imposter syndrome, building brave cultures, and advancing gender equality in leadership roles, including board readiness, career pivots, and inclusion strategies. Listeners can expect practical frameworks, candid personal journeys, and actionable takeaways for career advancement, organizational change, and mentoring the next generation of female leaders. A standout aspect is the emphasis on vulnerability as a leadership strength, plus a strong focus on governance, transformation, and creating pathways for under... more

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1. Felecia Pryor
2. Anu Villarosa
3. Damian Zahra
4. Amy Stanley
5. Amy Walker
6. Merle Singer
7. Matt Tice
8. Alexis George

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