Fempire Rising: Her Future, Her Voice

Episode 6 | The Strength of Soft Power

Fempire Season 2 Episode 6

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In this episode of Fempire Rising, Trudy Heins speaks with Justine Saunders, Deputy Secretary of Biosecurity Operations and Compliance Group at the Department of Agriculture.

Dive into their discussion about redefining success, the importance of mentorship, and the power of leadership through soft power.

Justine shares her journey from policing to public service, highlighting key achievements, the significance of self-care, and maintaining values in high-pressure environments.

This episode underscores the necessity for authenticity and building a support system for women leaders, as they navigate their paths to influence and impact.

A motivational and relatable episode to give you the inspiration into the new year.


01:17 Introducing Justine Saunders

03:50 Justine's Career Journey

15:26 Balancing Career and Motherhood

19:46 The Power of Soft Leadership

23:05 The Power of Soft Skills in Leadership

23:43 Challenges of Leadership and Emotional Intelligence

25:06 Navigating High-Pressure Environments

28:46 Maintaining Authenticity in Male-Dominated Fields

33:29 Supporting Women in Leadership

37:13 Reflections on Success and Personal Growth

42:46 Final Thoughts and Advice for Future Leaders


Website - https://fempire.com.au/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fempireinternational/

Justine contact: linkedin.com/in/justine-saunders-97229830



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