From Retail Floor to CEO | Colleen Callander |

Описание: Some careers begin with a plan. Others begin with a quiet decision made far earlier than anyone expects.

In this episode of Naked at the Top, Aleyx sits down with Colleen Callander ‪@colleencallander8455‬ — a leader who started working in retail at just 16 and went on to become CEO of two of Australia’s most iconic fashion brands. But this conversation isn’t about polished confidence or highlight-reel success.

Colleen speaks candidly about imposter syndrome that never truly disappeared, burnout that hit at the peak of her career, and the internal stories that quietly shape how leaders show up every day. She shares why confidence isn’t something you’re born with, but something you build through action, reflection, and repetition.

This episode explores leadership through a deeply human lens — kindness as a strength, values as decision-makers, and environments where people genuinely want to do their best work. From redefining success to rebuilding after burnout, Colleen offers grounded insight for anyone navigating leadership, ambition, or self-belief.

If you’ve ever looked capable on the outside while questioning yourself on the inside, this episode will resonate deeply.

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retail career progression
female CEO journey
confidence is a muscle
overcoming imposter syndrome
inner critic mindset
burnout warning signs
burnout recovery habits
values based leadership
authentic leadership traits
kindness in leadership
building high trust culture
creating thriving teams
leadership without burnout
personal values discovery
confidence transformation

00:02:21 The Girl Who Started At 16
00:05:26 Imposter Syndrome Never Left
00:06:50 Confidence Is A Muscle
00:07:53 The Bike Analogy That Changed Everything
00:09:06 Early Careers Shape Leadership
00:10:15 Female Leaders Were Invisible
00:12:12 The Introvert Who Led Thousands
00:14:02 200 Stores And Imposter Syndrome
00:15:58 The Red Ferrari Hit A Wall
00:17:00 I Told My Husband I’m Done
00:18:16 Burnout Was My Greatest Gift
00:20:08 The Bucket With Holes In It
00:21:36 Stopping Felt Like Failure
00:22:21 Create Environments Where People Thrive
00:24:03 Success Isn’t Awards Or Magazines
00:25:30 Leaving After 20 Years
00:27:35 Building Your Own Path
00:28:45 What Does Confidence Really Mean
00:30:09 Discovering Your Personal Values
00:31:17 Your Values Are The Boss
00:32:21 The Power of Confidence Book
00:33:58 What Stops Confidence
00:34:53 Change Your Story Change Your Life
00:35:53 Reevaluating After Transitions
00:37:05 The Three Ms That Changed My Life
00:38:45 Mentoring Others to Success
00:40:02 Quickfire Round
00:42:05 Final Advice