The inspirational true story of former Sportsgirl CEO Colleen
Callander's rise to the top and her lessons for those looking to step
up.
Before we can lead anyone else, we need to be leading in our own lives.
In Leader by Design, Colleen Callander aims to inspire all women to have
a voice, live with purpose, lead in their own lives, change the rules,
live with confidence and embrace their superpowers.
She also aims to inspire organisations to embrace a new era of
leadership - one that leads with kindness, trust and authenticity and
one that has more women at the helm.
A wife, mother of three, and chronic high-achiever, Colleen left school
at the age of 16 and became state manager of a national retail brand
within a few short years. She went on to become one of Australia's top
female CEOs - but not before she almost threw in the towel, burdened
under the crushing weight of burnout.
Colleen went on to become a CEO, a role she held for 13 years, where
Colleen's mission was to empower, engage, inspire and allow people to
bring their best selves to work each day. This book is part
autobiography, sharing Colleen's life journey (including how her
upbringing shaped the women and leader she is today), and it is part
guide/pocket mentor, full of actionable tips, advice, actions and
insights to help women step into their confidence and lead with purpose.
Each chapter shares insights and tips, is thought-provoking, and will
empower and inspire all women who, no matter at what stage they are in
on their leadership journey in business or in life, to believe that the
best is yet to come.
Leader By Design will ignite the courage and confidence to believe
in your own superpower and believe in and embrace the positive influence
that women can have on the world today through the way we lead. Perfect
for job seekers, new graduates, and experienced professionals, this
practical, invaluable guide will have you prepared, ready and positioned
for career success.
