Ruby Riethmuller on how to choose the brave option

Ruby Riethmuller on how to choose the brave option

Author: FW March 11, 2026 Duration: 39:58

What does bravery mean in leadership? And are there secrets to being brave, even when you don't feel like it is possible?

Ruby Riethmuller is the founder and CEO of Womn-Kind, a youth-led mental health platform. She launched the platform in 2020, after struggling with anxiety as a teenager and coming to terms with her own identity as LGBTQ in a small country town. She’s also a regional health advocate and Deputy Commissioner at the NSW mental health commission. In this episode, she talks with FW Founder Helen McCabe about Gen Z work habits, imposter syndrome and how she makes the conscious effort to be brave, each and every day. 

Plus, this season Helen McCabe is answering YOUR leadership questions. Wait to the end of the episode to hear her take on 1-1 meetings. If you have any leadership dilemmas, conundrums and pet peeves for Helen, send them her way by emailing hello@futurewomen.com. 

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Helen McCabe, founder of the Future Women community, sits down each week for the Future Women Leadership Series. These conversations move beyond simple inspiration, delving into the real and often nuanced hurdles women encounter while advancing into executive roles. You’ll hear from a range of influential voices-CEOs, board directors, and pioneering thinkers-who don’t just share their success stories but unpack the complex decisions, setbacks, and resilience that shaped their journeys. This podcast provides a rare, candid look at the practicalities of building authority, navigating workplace dynamics, and fostering genuine loyalty within a team. It’s about the substance behind the title, offering actionable perspectives that both affirm and occasionally challenge conventional leadership wisdom. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that recognises leadership is as much about courage and personal growth as it is about strategy. The entire series stems from the Future Women club, creating a direct audio line to the kind of frank discussions and insights usually reserved for its members. If you’re looking to refine your own approach with clarity and confidence, this is a compelling resource.
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