19. The Hat of Creating Leaders: Curiosity, Menopause & Leading with Humanity

What does it take to build a career that spans science, global leadership and boardrooms, while staying true to your values?In this episode, Heather shares how a career that began in the laboratory evolved into executive leadership, why curiosity has been her greatest career advantage, and the lessons she has learned about building influence, developing confidence and advocating for yourself.In this episode:From scientist to global business leaderWhy curiosity is the ultimate career skillBuilding a "squiggly" career instead of a linear oneWhy women shouldn't wait to be noticedSponsorship, networking and career growthMenopause at work: breaking the tabooCreating inclusive workplaces for womenThe difference between managing people and creating leadersLeadership lessons for the next generation Whether you're building your career, leading a team, navigating menopause, or simply wondering what great leadership really looks like, this conversation is full of practical wisdom and timeless advice.Because the best legacy a leader can leave isn't a title. It's the people they help grow.Leadership. Women in STEM. Menopause. Career growth. Curiosity. Disclaimer: Guest's opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Hats On! or its partners. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice.