Most successful people will tell you that finding a mentor, or really multiple mentors throughout your life, is the 'secret sauce' to their achievements. So how do you actually find one?
Cathy McGowan says you find mentors and build community through turning up, speaking up and then stepping up into leadership positions. This philosophy is what got her all the way to Parliament House in 2013, when she won the Federal seat of Indi, in North East Victoria. This moment has gone down in history, with Cathy breaking the 74 year Liberal/National hold on the seat, making her the electorate's first independent.
Now that Cathy has left politics, she's on a mission to encourage other women, particularly in rural areas to challenge themselves, build effective communities and put themselves out there.
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Are you struggling to grow your business or side hustle? Or are you even finding it hard to take the first step, to turn your idea into a reality?
It has never been easier to set up your own business. And for rural women, this is a huge opportunity (given our logistical challenges!). There also seems to be growing interest in brands which use the name or reputation of specific regions in their marketing. So how can you capitalise on this?
In this episode, hear from:

• Amanda Cochran, from the Grampians Goods Co on how she turned a small side hustle into a big business. She talks about how to break through some of the mental barriers that might be causing you to put off your big idea... and the realities of juggling young kids while establishing a business.

• Jenn Donovan, a social media and marketing consultant and creator of Buy From A Bush Business, who shares her tips on how to make sure your business is seen online.

• Georgina Gubbins, farmer and Chair of Food and Fibre Great South Coast, who talks about the growing opportunities for rural communities and women looking to create their own startup.

This podcast is hosted by Kirsten Diprose and Jackie Elliott - it's part of a series, being released in the lead up to International Rural Women's Day. For more information visit our website.

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You say “farmer” and immediately, people think of a man. They shouldn’t, but they do. So how do you feel about the word “farmer”? Does it describe what you do - and who you are? Do you prefer “farmer’s daughter” or “farmer’s wife” - or do those terms make your blood boil?
This episode features:

• Rachael Treasure - Author and regenerative farmer in Tasmania
• Debbie Dowden - Beef producer, Mount Magnet, WA
• Jessie Matheson - PhD candidate, Invisible Farmer Project

In this episode we hear about the history of the word farmer in Australia and why it wasn’t used for so long, as well as the growing movement among women to recognise their role on the land as farmers. Rachel and Debbie share their own stories about how their identities as farmers have evolved over time and where they see it heading in the future.
This podcast is hosted by Kirsten Diprose and Jackie Elliot - it’s part of a series, being released in the lead up to International Rural Women’s Day. For more information visit our website.

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Coming soon!Ducks on the Pond is a podcast by rural women, FOR rural women.
It's hard to find expert advice that actually applies to the realities of your own life, when you're a woman on the land. So hosts, Kirsten Diprose and Jackie Elliot have set out to do just that.These podcasts are being released in the lead up to Rural Women's Day, 15, Oct 2021, covering a range of topics not covered in polite society - from succession planning, the challenges of motherhood, to running for politics!
And if you don't know what "Ducks on the Pond" is in reference to (hint: it's not ducks!) listen to this trailer. And don't forget to hit subscribe!

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