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Lead to Soar

By: Michelle Redfern & Mel Butcher
  • Summary

  • Lead to Soar is a multi-platform resource for ambitious women on a leadership journey.


    We are an online network, a podcast and in-person leadership summits for women across the globe. We provide women with critical leadership skill development experiences that they may be unable to access in their workplace.

    We support women in 3 ways:


    The Lead to Soar Podcast The Lead to Soar Summit The Lead to Soar Network


    Our platform is for ambitious, driven women and goes way beyond confidence building, assertiveness, and the typical career advice given to women. We are serious about enabling and empowering women to advance their careers, salaries, networks, and influence.


    Contact your Lead to Soar hosts.

    Email Michelle Redfern

    Email Mel Butcher


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    Copyright 2024 by Michelle Redfern & Mel Butcher. All rights reserved.
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Episodes
  • Leadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Social Intelligence in Leadership
    Mar 25 2024

    This episode is the third in our series about The Leadership Compass. Mel discusses the concept of Social Intelligence (SQ), with Michelle. SQ is a crucial component of The Leadership Compass. She articulates SQ as essential for leaders to intentionally build their professional brand and leverage strategic networks. This skill complements Business Intelligence (BQ) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ), enhancing a leader's ability to succeed in their roles.


    Michelle emphasizes the importance of SQ in the context of leadership, highlighting the need for women, in particular, to balance interpersonal skills with business acumen. She shares insights on creating a robust professional identity, strategic networking, and using powered up communication to enhance visibility and credibility.


    The conversation also touches on the practical benefits of a strategic network in achieving business goals and advancing careers. Michelle's personal revelations and the strategic approach to networking and brand building serve as a guide for listeners to refine their SQ.


    Listeners interested in a deeper exploration of SQ and its integration with BQ and EQ can find Michelle's book, "The Leadership Compass," available for purchase. The book is a comprehensive guide for women leaders to reach their full potential, available on michelleredfern.com and major retailers like Amazon and Booktopia.


    Links and Resources

    The Leadership Compass book offers a deeper look at essential leadership skills. For more information and to pre-order, visit michelleredfern.com/books.


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    31 mins
  • Leadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
    Mar 18 2024

    Leadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Emotional Intelligence in LeadershipIn this episode of the "Lead to Soar" podcast, Mel interviews Michelle regarding the definition of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in leadership, as described in her book, The Leadership Compass.


    Michelle shares personal stories, highlighting the importance of self-awareness, empathy, adaptability, and a growth mindset in navigating the complexities of professional environments. The episode also explores the significance of reflective practice in personal and professional growth, providing valuable insights for aspiring and experienced leaders.


    Links and Resources

    The Leadership Compass book offers a deeper look at essential leadership skills. For more information and to pre-order, visit michelleredfern.com/books.


    Subscribe to Lead to Soar for more practical advice and inspirational stories from leaders like Michelle. Lead to Soar is a global online network for businesswomen, a podcast, and we host live-streaming and in person events to help women have a career that soars! The podcast is hosted by Mel Butcher (melbutcher.com) and Michelle Redfern (michelleredfern.com)


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    28 mins
  • Leadership Compass: Mastering the Art of Business Intelligence in Leadership
    Mar 11 2024

    This episode is the first in a series exploring leadership skills detailed in "The Leadership Compass." Stay tuned for more insights on SQ and EQ in upcoming episodes. In this episode, Mel interviews Michelle about Business Intelligence (BQ) as a critical skill for effective leadership. Unlike innate strengths, BQ, along with Social (SQ) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ), can be developed through practice. Michelle shares transformative experiences from her career, emphasising the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in leadership roles. Some of the key takeaways:


    - Leadership Development: Michelle's journey highlights the power of self-reflection in personal and professional growth.

    - Importance of BQ:Understanding business, strategic and financial management is crucial for leadership success.

    - Continuous Learning: Michelle's stories underscore the need for leaders to constantly evolve and acquire new skills.

    - Visibility of Skills: Advancing in leadership requires women to not only development critical skills but also being recognised for those skills.


    Links and Resources

    The Leadership Compass book offers a deeper look at essential leadership skills. For more information and to pre-order, visit michelleredfern.com/books.



    Subscribe to Lead to Soar for more practical advice and inspirational stories from leaders like Michelle. Lead to Soar is a global online network for businesswomen, a podcast, and we host live-streaming and in person events to help women have a career that soars! The podcast is hosted by Mel Butcher (melbutcher.com) and Michelle Redfern (michelleredfern.com)


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    36 mins

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