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  • Want to learn the steps to become a more agile learner? I am sharing 5 today!

    Learning agility is a major buzzword right now and if you want to be at the cutting edge of leadership, these 5 skills could be exactly what you need!


    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "The agile learner looks at situations, and results, with an objective lens. Instead of criticising themselves s/he will look for all the contributing factors that led to the outcome and take learning from what HAS worked, as well as from what HASN'T." (Rebecca Allen, host of Her Ambitious Career - The Podcast)

    Links:

    *** Grab my FREE download, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get Promoted *** Listen to this episode too: Not Selling Yourself is Killing Your Career Opportunity Listen to all podcast eps

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Do you find it difficult to formulate your views, when dealing with a difficult person?

    In today's 'shorty' episode I'm sharing my own process, that I take myself through, when preparing to have a difficult conversation with someone. You might be surprised to learn that part of this strategy is speaking out loud.... I'll see you inside!

    Links:

    *** Book your spot! Watch my FREE online Masterclass right now and learn all about positioning yourself, selling your value and setting yourself up for a promotion.Here is another useful ep: Narcissistic Boss? 3 Ways to Set Yourself Up for SuccessCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

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  • What happens when our young boys have positive, male role models? They learn the lessons of respect, kindness and equity. Let's talk about this vital topic today.

    In this episode I am sharing a personal story.

    My son is 8 and he plays football (soccer) with his mates three times a week. Not only is he improving his football skills, he is also cementing his learning to be a good kid - and ultimately a good man. How? Because the lead coach at his club is a natural leader and one who (seemingly) effortlessly earns the respect of the other coaches, the kids and the parents.

    This is such an important topic and one I hope you'll listen to til the end. Comment by becoming a member of my free facebook group!


    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "One of the important factors that often gets forgotten when we talk about creating an equitable world is the value and importance of the work that has to go into coaching and supporting our young boys. What kinds of people do we want our boys to look up to and want to emulate?" (Rebecca Allen, host of Her Ambitious Career - The Podcast)

    Links:

    *** Grab my FREE download, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get Promoted *** Check out this related ep: The Barbie Movie: A Masterpiece or Feminist Garbage?And THIS! >> How Women's Safety is a Man's Issue: Tackling Toxic MasculinitySee all podcast episodes

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you getting pigeonholed as a 'safe pair of hands' but not being considered for a promotion? This is the ep you need right now!

    In today's short episode (of 5 minutes or less) I'm talking about the 3 problems with being that 'safe pair of hands'.

    On the face of it, it seems like a positive value to be adding to your organisation. But what if working really hard (and people constantly layering more work on you) is actually damaging your career prospects?

    Let's get into it!

    Links:

    *** Book your spot! Watch my FREE online Masterclass right now and learn all about positioning yourself, selling your value and setting yourself up for a promotion.Another useful episode: 3 Assumptions That Are Killing Your Career ProspectsAnd: Are Your Boundaries Weak? How to Set Boundaries That StickCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you an overachiever who doesn't know how to put the brakes on?

    Sally and I are talking to the high achievers out there today who want to learn some strategies to challenge their current patterns.

    Consistent overachievement inevitably learns to burnout - take new action today to get back in control of your workload - and your life.

    We are talking about:

    Why do so many women have a relentless need to overachieve?How peer pressure, from other high achievers, can impact your need to competeWhat society 'expects' of women and putting pressure on yourselfSetting expectations on ourselves, that we would never put on othersTaking control back with the 3 prioritiesHaving adult children at home can have a huge impact on youQuick fixes, like stepping out for a coffee, having a 'big sleep' and even going on holiday, don't shift the addiction to working at a level of 110% - bigger change is neededThe benefits of overachieving include personal satisfaction, intellectual stimulation and building self worth


    Something Sally said that I wanted to share here:

    "If you choose to do less, you actually feel like you have more control. Not expecting yourself to manage another 5-10 boxes of responsibility that you've lumped on yourself is liberating."

    Links:

    Download Sally’s Burnout Checklist hereFind Sally on LinkedinVisit Sally's website Health That HealsGet Rebecca's free download: ‘The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get Promoted’ – get promoted faster with these tried and tested strategies.Listen to another conversation with Sally: How to Manage Burnout as the Primary BreadwinnerYou can check Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.auSee all podcast eps

    About Sally:

    Sally McGrath, Health That Heals takes ambitious, capable women who are on the verge of burnout to a thriving state. Sally says, “Being stressed out all the time has becotaing conme normalised and I am here to help women stop wearing normalising burnout. Toxic work environments are a huge issue and my mission is to support women to put a stop to toxic and burnout cultural behaviour.”

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Do you know your team? Do you know that they are getting what they need from you? Are they clear of the strategy?

    In today's 'shorty' episode I'm sharing 3 important questions to be asking each and every member of your team, on a regular basis, to make sure you are all on the same page and they are feeling ENGAGED!

    Let's get into it!

    Links:

    *** Book your spot! Watch my FREE online Masterclass right now and learn all about positioning yourself, selling your value and setting yourself up for a promotion.Another useful episode: How to Give Constructive FeedbackAnd this blogpost: 3 Steps to Become More Strategic as a LeaderCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you told you aren't 'strategic enough'? Want to learn how to fix that?

    In today's episode, I'm sharing three different questions you can use in your meetings to demonstrate that you're thinking more strategically about the business you're in.

    If you know you spend too much time talking about the operational deliverables of the business, and are not sure how to step up and think or talk more strategically, you'll get so much from this episode!

    Here's something valuable I shared today:

    "Add a different level of value to your meetings by thinking more strategically about what the business needs and share those insights to elevate how your boss - and other stakeholders - perceive you!" (Rebecca Allen, host of Her Ambitious Career - The Podcast)

    Links:

    *** Get your copy of my most popular FREE download, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get PromotedSpeak to Rebecca directly! Book a free 15 minute Career Strategy Call if you know you're ready for change in your careerAnother useful episode ep147: How to Explain Your Leadership Value in Tangible TermsAnd ep138: How to Get Better at Self-PromotionCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Have you ever wanted someone else in your corner? A coach who can help you step out of the day-to-day and think more strategically about building your career and profile? This is an episode you DO NOT want to miss!

    In today's 'shorty' episode, I'm sharing some really valuable reasons why people hire me as their career coach.

    Do you need a safe, non-judgmental and practical ear to share your frustrations with for example?

    Are you getting the advice a work that will definitely help you move up the career ladder fast?

    You don't know what you don't know!

    A career coach, like me, can arm you with the strategies you need to be fast-tracked for your next promotion!

    Career coaching is a potentially life-changing experience and I'd love to support you towards achieving your true potential.

    Something valuable I said on today's episode: :)

    "Let's get you from this place of frustration to a place of SOLUTION!" (Rebecca Allen, host of Her Ambitious Career - The Podcast)

    Let's get into it!

    Links:

    *** Get your copy of my most popular FREE download, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get PromotedSpeak to Rebecca directly! Book a free 15 minute Career Strategy Call if you know you're ready for change in your careerAnother useful episode: 3 Assumptions That Are Killing Your Career ProspectsAnd: Are Your Boundaries Weak? How to Set Boundaries That StickCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Too many women avoid building relationships with their senior exec team, but why, when it is an absolute priority?

    In this ep I am looking at what stops so many women from managing up and giving you some ideas that might help you think more optimistically(!) about managing up!

    The reasons you are currently AVOIDING managing upHow building relationships at work needs to be a 360 exercise - up (to senior execs), across (to peers) and down (to the team you are managing)Two critical reasons why managing up authentically could fast track your career in 2025!

    Let's reframe how you're thinking about managing up, to make it a whole lot easier to do!


    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "Managing up is about building trusting relationships with the people in the levels above you and overthinking and procrastination are all that is stopping you right now from building those vital relationships." (Rebecca Allen, host Her Ambitious Career)

    Links:

    ***Grab my FREE Guide, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get PromotedRegister for my FREE Masterclass: How to Get Promoted to Senior Leadership without Working THIS HardCheck out this related ep: A No-No Guide: 3 Things to Stop Doing, So You Get Promoted See all podcast episodes

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you sending your CV out but not getting interviews? Here are 3 ideas to re-position your CV to help you land a more senior role.

    Aside from all the basic things to get right on your CV (like correct formatting, punctuation, spelling) you want to make sure you are positioning yourself correctly for the role you're applying for....

    Otherwise you run the risk of underselling your value or not being considered for the role at all.

    Let's not make these mistakes!

    Links:

    *** Watch my free CV training *** you'll also get the chance to ace your next interview with my online course bundle! Craft an exceptional CV fast, learn standout interview skills and optimise your Linkedin profile for impact!Watch my FREE online Masterclass right now and learn all about positioning yourself, selling your value and setting yourself up for a promotion.Another useful episode: 9 Smart Interview Questions You MUST AskCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • When we build a career we have choices. One choice is to dig deep into a specific areas of expertise and become a total domain expert, and another is to have a broader reach with varied experiences. Is one better than the other?

    In today's episode my fabulous guest, Meg Thomson, is sharing her diverse journey with us having led projects at Apple, Samsung, BCG Digital Ventures, Coles Supermarkets, Polestar Electric Cars, and OVO Energy.

    We are talking today about:

    Going after a broad career - the floodlight (multiple sectors) versus the torchlight approach (subject matter expert in one sector)Thriving beyond your comfort zoneThe power of a clear vision to galvanise teams during crises Meg's Career Toolbelt analogy : how to expand your 'toolbelt' and look for new experiences and opportunities to broaden your skills and experiences throughout your career

    Something Meg said:

    "If I am not uncomfortable, I am not growing and I am not learning. I have chosen to become a a strategic operations and customer experience expert globally, but I am always learning a new sector, whether its management consulting, tech with Apple, electric cars or FMCG. The investment I have to put in early-on in a role is to learn the sector, as well as the pain points of the customer. I will ask lots of questions, be humble and acknowledge that I don't know everything and lean on others' expertise; it's a steep learning curve!"

    Links:

    Find Meg on LinkedinWatch Rebecca's FREE Masterclass and learn how to back yourself at work and set yourself up for a senior leadership promotionAnother ep: Learn to Love What it Takes to Become a Senior LeaderGet Rebecca's free GUIDE: The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get PromotedFind Rebecca at her website


    About Meg:
    Meg Thomson is a remarkable professional with a career that spans across continents and industries and is a domain expert in the area of Customer Experience. Meg has lived in South Africa, Australia and UK and has held influential leadership roles at iconic brands such as Apple, Samsung, BCG Digital Ventures, Coles Supermarkets, Polestar Electric Cars, and OVO Energy. Notably, she spearheaded the customer strategy at (COMPANY X) during the UK’s worst energy crisis in 50 years, leading her team to win the Best Customer Experience in a Crisis award in 2023.


    About Rebecca:
    Rebecca Allen is an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert who helps corporate women attain senior leadership positions. Her clients come from a range of industries and companies including Aquila Capital, Reserve Bank of Australia, Goldman Sachs, Ministry of Defence, KPMG, J.P. Morgan and Coca-Cola Amatil. Rebecca's favourite work day was recently: her client sent her a photo of a card her son had written her. In his note, he praised his mum for chasing her career goals down, getting promoted and putting her needs first. Rebecca loves that her work impacts not just the women she coaches, but their families too.

  • Are you making some BIG assumptions about your boss or your career that are actually blocking your progress?

    It is easy to make assumptions about what your boss knows / does NOT know... what your boss thinks / does NOT think... you get the idea. ;)

    Assumptions kill dreams! In this ep I am talking about the 3 most common assumptions I see clients making that absolutely block their progress. Don't let this be you!

    I'll see you inside!

    Links:

    ***Grab my free guide, The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get Promoted!***Listen to this other ep: 3 Vital Reasons To Get Better at Backing YourselfCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • By naming my business, Illuminate Personal Growth, I was making a promise to my clients. Do you want to learn what that promise is?

    In this ep I am diving into a behind-the-scenes- moment and sharing my thinking around my business and what its purpose is. I can't wait to share this with you.


    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "Effective coaching should be littered with A-HA moments! Illumination is about clients having those A-HA moments, to help them arrive at new 'choice points' to make different decisions and actions in their careers. Illumination is also about helping you step up in your career and shine your light on the world by realising your true potential. That's what I want for all of my clients!" (Rebecca Allen, host Her Ambitious Career)

    Links:

    *** Register for my FREE Masterclass *** How to Get Promoted to Senior Leadership without Working THIS HardCheck out this related ep: A No-No Guide: 3 Things to Stop Doing, So You Get Promoted See all podcast episodes

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Do you struggle to quantify the impact of your leadership? This episode will blow your mind!

    Clients often tell me it is near-impossible to talk about how their leadership or their 'human traits' genuinely impact their organisations.

    So I'm here today to help you do EXACTLY that!

    And if you want to learn the exact 5-step framework that I teach my clients to quantify and confidently verbalise their value... you HAVE to grab your seat at my FREE online Masterclass right NOW!

    Links:

    *** Watch my FREE online Masterclass right now ***Listen to this other ep: 3 Vital Reasons To Get Better at Backing YourselfCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • There are so many definitions of what it means to be an authentic leader. My guest, Melina Georgousakis, shares what it means for her.

    In today's episode my fabulous guest, Melina Georgousakis, is talking about authenticity in leadership by sharing her own career journey with us: from working in a research lab to informing health policy, and then going on to found Franklin Women, an incredible vibrant community for women in STEM in Australia. She has also taken to the TEDx stage: you can watch her speak here, How to Turn One Big Idea Into a Social Enterprise.

    Links:

    Check out Franklin WomenWatch Rebecca's FREE Masterclass and learn how to back yourself at work and set yourself up for a senior leadership promotionAnother ep: Learn to Love What it Takes to Become a Senior LeaderGet Rebecca's free GUIDE: The 7 Habits of Female Execs Who Get PromotedFind Rebecca at her website


    About Melina:

    Melina Georgousakis is a research scientist, a social entrepreneur and champion for an inclusive health and medical research sector. After a career in the lab researching novel vaccines against group A streptococcus she transitioned into a health policy career providing technical support to the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation. Melina later joined the Bupa Health Foundation as their Research and Policy Manager responsible for building and investing in partnerships to improve health outcomes of the Australian population.

    She is the founder of Franklin Women, a social enterprise which aims to create a science sector where women thrive and is currently leading the organisation as its Director and in 2019, she shared her story on the TEDx stage.

    Melina has been recognised through awards such as The Edna Ryan Awards, the Eureka Prize for Outstanding Mentor of Young Researchers, ProBono Australia’s 25 People of Impact, and Women’s Agenda Leadership Award.


    About Rebecca:

    Rebecca Allen is an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert who helps corporate women attain senior leadership positions. Her clients come from a range of industries and companies including Aquila Capital, Reserve Bank of Australia, Goldman Sachs, Ministry of Defence, KPMG, J.P. Morgan and Coca-Cola Amatil. Rebecca's favourite work day was recently: her client sent her a photo of a card her son had written her. In his note, he praised his mum for chasing her career goals down, getting promoted and putting her needs first. Rebecca loves that her work impacts not just the women she coaches, but their families too.

  • Did you not make the short list for a senior leadership role you really wanted? Make sure you aren't making these mistakes!

    Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, I am here to share the common errors I see clients making in their interviews.

    If you're interviewing for a more senior role, your strategy needs to change. These interviews are DIFFERENT and I'm here today to explain why!

    I'll see you inside!

    Links:

    Watch my FREE online Masterclass right nowWatch my free CV training : you'll also get the chance to ace your next interview with my online course bundle! Craft an exceptional CV fast, learn standout interview skills and optimise your Linkedin profile for impact!Another useful episode: 9 Smart Interview Questions You MUST AskCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Do you know how to step up in your career, so you are seen as senior leadership material? Don't waste time procrastinating about what you should be doing: follow my 5 steps and get on that path faster!

    In this ep I am sharing five key shifts in your behaviour if you want to be considered as senior leadership potential. We are talking about leveraging your team, sharing the vision, thinking more strategically and so much more!


    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "Your first step is always to confidently identify with being a senior leader! Model behaviours of senior leaders you admire - what are they doing that you aren't?" (Rebecca Allen, host Her Ambitious Career)

    Links:

    Sharpen Your Strategic Thinking skills with my short course - watch the free training first!*** Register for my FREE Masterclass *** How to Get Promoted to Senior Leadership without Working THIS HardCheck out this related ep: A No-No Guide: 3 Things to Stop Doing, So You Get Promoted See all podcast episodes

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you finding managing a difficult boss, well, difficult? This is the ep for you!

    Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, I'm sharing 3 strategies to help you get back in the driver's seat if you have a difficult boss.

    Perhaps s/he doesn't give you regular feedback?
    Perhaps s/he acts in a superior, unengaging way?
    Perhaps you're fed up with feeling like your work isn't good enough...?

    I'll see you inside!

    Links:

    Watch my free Masterclass right nowListen to another ep: 3 Things NOT To Do in 2024 And this: 7 Ways to Exit Your Role On Your TermsCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Does your imposter 'voice' stop you from being as successful (and happy) as you could be? What if, you welcomed those thoughts in - would it actually make you a more effective leader?

    In this ep I am talking about...

    - What’s keeping you stuck in your career and locked in a cycle of self-doubt, constantly feeling like you’re less talented than other people

    - The ONE new strategy to help you sidestep your limiting thoughts so you can finally step up in your career

    - 3 questions to help you shift your mindset away from feeling 'not good enough'... to help you fully recognise your own value

    Here's something valuable I said today:

    "Imposter thoughts step in to shield you from making a mistake. You might subconsciously be saying to yourself, "If I don’t speak up, then I can’t be ridiculed", or "If I don’t go for the opportunity, then I can’t fail" and although you might really loathe talking to yourself this way, having that balanced perspective - where you don't believe you know everything - can actually make you a more insightful leader." (Rebecca Allen, host Her Ambitious Career)

    Links:

    *** Register for my FREE Masterclass *** How to Get Promoted to Senior Leadership without Working THIS HardCheck out this related ep: Is Being Overly Responsible Making You Anxious?See all podcast episodes

    Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!

  • Are you missing out because you just aren't backing yourself, your skills or capabilities?

    Today, in this latest 'shorty' episode, of 5 minute or less, I'm sharing 3 common reasons why women sometimes fall short in backing themselves... so that you can make some changes and start getting more of the outcomes you want in your career.

    I'll see you inside!

    Links:

    Watch my free Masterclass right nowListen to another ep: 3 Things NOT To Do in 2024 And this: 7 Ways to Exit Your Role On Your TermsCheck Rebecca out at www.illuminategrowth.com.au

    Rate, Review, & Follow our Show on Apple Podcasts:

    Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We air every week and I don't want you to miss out on a single broadcast. Follow now!

    About Rebecca:

    Hi, I’m Rebecca Allen and I’m an Executive Coach and Personal Brand expert for corporate women, aspiring to senior levels of leadership. I absolutely LOVE coaching and seeing my fabulous clients exceed their own expectations. I’ve worked for 11 years now as a coach and have helped women at companies including Woolworths, ANZ, J.P. Morgan, PwC, Coca-Cola Amatil, Ministry of Defence and Coles. I live for those phone calls from clients, jumping up and down, telling me they’ve got that promotion, negotiated a seismic pay rise or have moved into a role completely aligned with their mission, values and strengths. I’m a working mum of two wonderful children, adore travel and trying my hand at anything creative. I’d love to connect with you!