Already a Future Women? Sign in Your dashboard Welcome back This is your first port of call for everything happening in the FW community: the news that got us talking, latest resources and the exciting events we can't wait to see you at. Your events The latest Member benefits Mentoring Find out everything you need to know before hosting a small group mentoring session as FW Managing Director, Helen McCabe, shares her helpful tips and tricks. The Mentoring Guide includes information on the format of our mentoring sessions, the different mentees you can mentor, additional resources you may want to provide to participants in mentoring sessions, as well as our process for managing more complex concerns, including disclosures and mental health challenges. The Mentee Handout is a resource for our mentees. This handout helps to brainstorm members current strengths, their career challenges and ways to move forward. We encourage our members to bring this resource to their mentoring sessions so it may be helpful for you to have a read. Mentor guide Mentee handout Booking your mentoring session We use a platform called Calendly to track mentor availability. The link below will give you visibility of a selection of times you can mentor. It will be up to you to click the session/s that suits you and once you have registered for a session you will receive a confirmation email, via which you can add the booking to your calendar. To host a session with mentees who are early to mid-career leadership program participants click here. Once you have booked in for a session it is important you can attend at that time, as it is difficult for us to reschedule. However, in the event that you are no longer able to host a session we ask that you send an email to [email protected]. Book a session What platform are mentoring sessions hosted on? Expand All mentoring sessions are hosted on Zoom, a popular and free video conferencing platform. You can prepare to attend mentoring by downloading Zoom onto your phone, computer or tablet. Find more information here. If you're unable to download Zoom due to workplace IT restrictions, you can open the meeting link via your browser. Not all of my mentees have submitted a career challenge? Expand If a mentee doesn’t submit a challenge in advance, we recommend just checking in with that individual during the session (e.g. asking where they are at, what they are working on at the moment, and whether there is anything they would like to put to the group). There is no requirement for you to chase mentees for career challenges. I am no longer available to facilitate the mentoring session I had booked in. What do I do? Expand You can reschedule your session via the Calendly booking page by simply clicking reschedule or cancel. If your session is in the next 24 hours, please call our mentor coordinator, Pan, on 0426 652 808. How do I get my Credly accreditation on Linkedin for FW mentoring? Expand Once you have delivered two mentoring sessions you will automatically be offered the Credly accreditation for your Linkedin profile. If that has not happened please get in touch [email protected] How many sessions should I commit to? Expand We recommend committing to hosting at least four sessions a year, though you’re welcome to host as many sessions as you like. If you no longer think you can deliver one session, please let us know at [email protected] How do I join the FW Members Only Facebook Group? Expand Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/futurewomencommunity/ and request to join. You will be admitted by one of the Future Women admins. One of my mentees had requested I provide additional support or advice outside the small group mentoring session. What do I do? Expand Mentoring sessions are one-off. There is no expectation that you provide any additional support, time or information outside the 90min session. You are of course welcome to do so if you want, but it is not expected or required. Can I share my own resources during the session? Expand We encourage you to share any resources that you think are suitable for the group. Popping these resources in the chat during the session is a great way to do so. What content do I have access to as part of the mentor membership? Expand What do I gain access to as part of the mentor membership? Your member benefits include: A virtual ticket to our annual Future Women Leadership summit, held in March every year. It is our flagship event. Access to the FW Masterclass series. Access to our live, online events in the members only community, including Mini Masterclass and Jobs and Skills Fair. Be a part of our amazing network through both our Members only Facebook Page and access to our Member Directory Exclusive access to articles, videos and resources of futurewomen.com Credly mentor accreditation for your LinkedIn profile I know someone who I think would be a great mentor. How can I get them involved? Expand We would love to hear any recommendation you have for mentors. Please connect us at [email protected] We will get in touch and ask them to submit an EOI to become a mentor. Catch up Looking to rewatch the latest career development webinars and online sessions from FW? You've come to the right place - check out our session recordings and recaps below. Webinars Respect@Work: Unpacking new legislation for employers By FW Webinars Everyone Knows Everyone: Building Strong Relationships In Communities By FW Webinars ‘Manage up’ to establish a great relationship with your boss By FW Webinars Navigating male-dominated workplaces By FW Webinars Three programs designed to help you break into the tech industry By FW Resources | Webinars Four ways to streamline your cyber security By Sally Spicer Project Return | Webinars Where to begin after a career break By FW Career | Resources | Webinars Going public: The ins and outs of applying for a job with the APS By Tishya Desai Tune in Leadership Series with Helen McCabe Leadership takes courage and resilience. We share insights from influential women on the challenges they face on the path to senior leadership. Shortlisted Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi talk through all the common questions and mistakes in job interviews, helping you move straight onto the shortlist. The latest reads Career Why this Vice Chancellor isn’t chasing halcyon days By Odessa Blain Leadership How to outsmart your brain By Bethan Winn Culture He met her success with abuse By Melanie Dimmitt Wellbeing How Krystal Barter is changing healthcare By Melanie Dimmitt Career That one phrase you should stop using at work By Odessa Blain Family | Relationships | Wellbeing Domestic violence systems are failing children and young people: a message this National Child Protection Week By Conor Pall Career The care code: Reimagining the value of motherhood By Paige Kilburn Career This advice from my boss felt completely wrong. By Briana Blackett Career Why this Senator is okay with not being liked By Odessa Blain Career How to get seen when searching for a job By Belinda Casselden Member benefits Events Hear from incredible speakers on leadership, business, finance, wellness and culture. Check our newsletters to be the first to know. Oh, and you get a 20 percent discount to our ticketed in-person events using the code MEMBERS20. See you there! Explore Events Connection Join our exclusive member-only community, where we share ideas, articles and experiences. Here, you'll find our weekly Ask Me Anything series. Each Thursday, leaders from the FW staff and broader orbit share what they know and leave room for you to ask them questions. Join the group FW Masterclass Series The FW Masterclass series comprises live, virtual sessions delivered by experts in their respective fields. These exclusive masterclasses advance participants’ communication, presentation and leadership skills. Explore Masterclass Series Leadership Summit Join like-minded professionals for two days of inspiring keynote speeches and panel discussions to learn the latest insights around modern leadership. The next Leadership Summit will be in March 2026. Your Mentor Membership includes a virtual ticket. Explore Leadership Summit Explore Events Join the group Explore Masterclass Series Explore Leadership Summit Mini Masterclass Mini Masterclasses are 45-minute webinars hosted by Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi, offering a fireside chat format to address your workplace queries and concerns. Explore Leadership Summit Explore Leadership Summit JA Individual Mentoring Interested in becoming a Jobs Academy Mentor? Book in for individual mentoring below. Book now Book now If you have a question or need help, contact us via [email protected] Join the club Already a member? Sign in
