The world of publishing is evolving, and today’s authors must do more than just write—they need to promote themselves through podcasts, social media, literary festivals, and every opportunity that comes their way. As publishing veteran and owner of Ginninderra Press, Debbie Lee understands this shift firsthand. Bequeathed the company by its founder, Stephen Matthews, she carries the deep responsibility of honouring his legacy while navigating the industry’s modern challenges.

In this episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Debbie and Di dive into the multifaceted world of publishing. From the crucial role of professional editing to the expanding formats of books, they explore the key elements every writer must consider. They also discuss common pitfalls in manuscript submissions, the realities of book-to-screen adaptations, and the growing impact of censorship on literature.

Plus, with more women than ever finding their voices in publishing, self-promotion has never been more important. Authors can no longer hide behind their pages—it’s time to step into the spotlight.

If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, this episode is a must-listen!

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WHO IS DEBBIE LEE?

With over 20 years in publishing, Debbie Lee has worked across trade sales, commissioning, and publishing management in the vocational, academic, and professional sectors. She has witnessed the industry’s monumental shifts driven by new technology and is passionate about the opportunities created by the ‘indie publishing revolution.’ In 2024, Debbie was entrusted with the legacy of Ginninderra Press, bequeathed to her by its founder and close friend, Stephen Matthews. Now at the helm of this boutique publishing house, she continues to champion independent voices and the evolving landscape of modern publishing.

FIND DEBBIE AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-e-lee/

Website https://ginninderrapress.com.au/

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Could the push to keep working from home be the sleeper issue that sways the next federal election? In this bonus episode of the Power Of Women Podcast, Di sits down with Jo Scard — Founder & CEO of Fifty Acres, one of Australia's leading impact communications and engagement agencies. With deep expertise in political strategy and public perception, Jo unpacks how working from home and the fight to protect flexibility at work could become one of the most politically charged issues of our time.

Are flexible work arrangements just a workplace trend — or a defining electoral issue?

KEY TOPICS:

• Creating a workplace that accommodates personal needs is essential.
• There is no one-size-fits-all model for flexible work.
• Trust in employees is crucial for effective remote work policies.
• Trust in employees is crucial for effective remote work policies.
• The perception of productivity needs to evolve in modern workplaces.

WHO IS JO SCARD?

Jo Scard is the Founder and CEO, of Fifty Acres and is involved with all projects. Standing as one of Australia’s most highly sought-after strategic advisors, Jo has a proven reputation in the field across corporate and political advisory and journalism. Jo regularly facilitates media training for organisations and individuals across Australia. A trained lawyer and respected former journalist in the UK and Australia, Jo has worked with ITV, Associated Press, Seven Network, SBS, ABC and Fairfax, and previously acted as a senior adviser in the Rudd and Gillard governments as well as the British Labour Party.

FIND JO AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joscard/

Website https://fiftyacres.com.au/

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Want to be fit & fabulous at any age? This episode of the Power Of Women Podcast with Alison Cork MBE clearly highlights it is irrefutable – you can be. Full of powerful insights on how women—especially those in mid-life—can transform their approach to life, health, and well-being. If you’re struggling with weight, looking for a fitness and nutrition overhaul, or simply ready to redefine your next chapter, this episode is for you! Alison is a London-based entrepreneur, author, broadcaster, and passionate advocate for women in business. She’s the founder of Make It Your Business and National Women’s Enterprise Week, and an investor in female-led startups. Now, Alison is rewriting the script on aging with her latest book Fit & Fabulous Over 50, a blueprint for taking control of your health and vitality. Another fabulous mid-life woman who despite already racking up innumerable accomplishments, is turbo-charging her second act. Alison shares her personal health journey, how she’s embraced nutrition and weight training, and the myths around quick fixes and refined sugar. Alongside Di, she discusses sustainable weight loss, brain health, and why women over 50 should make strength training a priority for longevity. Plus, Alison offers practical tips on your grocery spend, and the vital role of macronutrients in a balanced lifestyle.

KEY TOPICS

There is no quick fix for wellness; it requires commitment.

Weight training is crucial for women.

You cannot out train a bad diet; nutrition is key.

WHO IS ALISON CORK MBE?

Alison Cork is a lifestyle expert, entrepreneur and author. Since her first TV series, Home In The Country she has spent over 25 years sharing her expertise in lifestyle, home and healthy living, building an online and retail business in the process. She has also founded two not-for-profit ventures: Make It Your Business, which supports women in starting and scaling their businesses, and National Women's Enterprise Week, dedicated to fostering female entrepreneurship. Her latest book, Fit & Fabulous Over 50 – How to Rewire Your Second Act, brings together a wealth of practical advice, healthy recipes, and wellbeing tips to help readers thrive in the next chapter of their lives.

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoncorkmbe/

Website www.alisoncork.com

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In this episode of the Power of Women podcast, Karen Faehndrich’s laser focus on leadership & capability requires courage and adaptive thinking. She opens up about the power of self-advocacy, the importance of building strategic relationships, and the unique hurdles women often face in leadership. Karen dives into the critical role of listening and understanding workplace dynamics, sharing personal insights on overcoming anxiety and boosting confidence in both academic and professional settings.

Karen and Di Gillett explore the nuances of leadership; focus on emotional intelligence; the value of trust; the pitfalls of artificial harmony in teams, the necessity of cultural sensitivity; the importance of women advocating for themselves and continuously striving for leadership excellence.

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WHO IS KAREN FAEHNDRICH?

Board Member, C-Suite executive coach, and leadership and cultural performance champion dedicated to influencing stakeholder engagement and elevating organisational effectiveness. Karen directs her executive gravitas, insights and creative thinking towards the design and execution of business strategy, emotional architecture to optimise the human experience and narrative design to influence, engage and inspire. Extensive experience in transformational change, leadership excellence and building clarity, wisdom and fortitude to elevate individual growth, visibility and purpose.

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Di talks with Rachel Neylan, former professional road cyclist, Olympian, and all-around powerhouse about the power of choices not sacrifices. From a young girl watching the Olympics on TV to standing on the podium as a World Championship silver medallist, Rachel’s perseverance is nothing short of inspiring.

We dive into:

✨ The calculated risks and choices [note she doesn’t call these sacrifices] Rachel took to achieve success in professional cycling

✨ How resilience and work ethic shaped her career and personal growth

✨ The importance of identity and purpose beyond athletics

✨ Powerful insights on the parallels between high performance in sports and business

✨ Her transition from elite sports to a new path in performance coaching and consulting

Rachel’s story is a testament to the power of determination, adaptability, & self-belief. Making the transition from athlete to consultant & high-performance coach, Rachel draws on her combined success as a professional athlete & academic knowledge to incorporate her unique insights into high-performance optimisation, resilience-building and team optimisation. What is irrefutable is her passion for empowering others combined with her infectious enthusiasm.

WHO IS RACHEL NEYLAN OLY?

Based in Europe, Rachel Neylan, is an Australian former professional road cyclist and Olympian with over a decade of experience in World Tour Cycling. Her journey from a practicing Sydney-based physiotherapist to a World Championship Silver medalist in just 5 years showcases her exceptional drive and tenacity. Her career highlights include a World Championship Silver medal, Olympic Games representation and consistent world-class performances. Rachel has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and is currently studying MSc in Coaching Psychology.

FIND RACHEL AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-neylan/

Website https://www.rachelneylan.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rachneylan/

OTHER EPISODES:

Listen to our episode with Margot Foster OLY here: https://shows.acast.com/the-power-of-women-podcast/episodes/ep25-margot-foster-am-oly-champion-of-the-boardroom

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Michelle Huntington is a force to be reckoned with. On this episode of the Power Of Women podcast, Michelle shares her amazing journey from a childhood dream of flying to becoming an Airline Captain in a male-dominated industry, where there are only 500 female airline captains globally. She shares her remarkable determination in turning her dream of flying into reality, the importance of representation for women in aviation, and how her experiences shaped her identity. Listen to how she flew a 4-seater, single engine plane, solo from the USA to Australia in five days!

Michelle emphasises the need for resilience and a mindset of perseverance, encouraging others to keep pushing their boundaries. She has a fabulous mantra which she has taken from the cockpit to everyday life: Keep going until you can’t. Fasten your seatbelt.

KEY TOPICS:

Women represent only 1.5% of airline captains globally.

Breaking into aviation required proving herself in a male-dominated field.

Resilience is key in overcoming career challenges and setbacks.

Effective decision-making skills from aviation translate to leadership roles.

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WHO IS MICHELLE HUNTINGTON?

Michelle has spent more than 20 years as an aviation professional, pursuing challenging experiences and pushing personal boundaries throughout her career. Her flying experience spans diverse environments - from outback airstrips to ocean crossings in single-engine aircraft, including surviving a lightning strike incident that tested her expertise. She leverages her extensive aviation background to demonstrate how people can achieve beyond their perceived limitations, drawing on her practical experience with high-stakes decision-making. Michelle now works internationally as a speaker, focusing on cognitive resilience and neuroplasticity, using her two decades of aviation adventures to illustrate the science of mindset transformation.

FIND MICHELLE AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-huntington/

Website https://www.michellehuntington.com/

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In this episode of the Power of Women Podcast, we sit down with Sophie Doyle, founder of The Fable, to explore her entrepreneurial journey. Sophie says she recognised early on that she corporate life and company politics wasn’t for her, tapping into a desire to be her own boss and the low-risk approach to starting her own business. With no job or set plan, but hungry for an adventure she went and lived in an Indian yoga ashram in the Himalayas. From Ashram to Jaipur, Rajasthan, a series of chance encounters lead her to a textile factory.

She opens up about the challenges and rewards of bootstrapping, the power of digital marketing, and the emotional and financial investments required to build a business from the ground up. Whether you're thinking about starting your own business or already on your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is full of valuable insights and inspiration to help you navigate building something from scratch.

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WHO IS SOPHIE DOYLE?

In October 2015, Sophie Doyle founded The Fable. Having left job at L'Oreal Luxury to embark on a new journey, she packed her life into her car and entered a semi-nomadic period. With no job or set plan, but hungry for an adventure she went and lived in an Indian yoga ashram in the Himalayas. From Ashram to Jaipur, Rajasthan, a series of chance encounters lead her to a textile factory. Having had a long time had an affinity with ‘The Silk Shirt’, the concept for The Fable was born.

FIND SOPHIE AT:

Website https://www.thefable.com.au/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thefablearchive/

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An enlightening episode of the Power of Women podcast as Annalise Jennings shares her journey of resilience, connection, and empowerment. From her multicultural upbringing in Australia, to breaking the patriarchal mindsets in the corporate banking sector and her transformative experiences working with remote communities. Annalise emphasises the importance of belonging and caring for the whole. She talks about the principles that guide her work and her life, the challenges women face, and the power of storytelling in creating positive change. Annalise's insights will inspire you to embrace your own story and hopefully take action towards a more connected and compassionate society.

KEY TOPICS:

• The importance of community support in overcoming challenges.
• Hope and possibility should guide community strategies.
• Sustainable change starts with one individual.
• The importance of empowering women through shared stories.

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WHO IS ANNALISE JENNINGS?

Annalise Jennings is the founder of Dynamic Exchange. With over two decades of experience in Corporate Banking, Risk and Governance, Annalise’s journey has been defined by a relentless pursuit of positive change. Recognised with numerous accolades, including a prestigious invitation to the Nobel Peace Prize awards, Annalise’s impact has been felt across organisations globally. Today, she continues her collaborations with institutions, advocating for cultural transformation and strategic leadership.

FIND ANNALISE AT:

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annalisejennings/

Website https://www.dynamicexchange.com.au/

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