For Jo Sainsbury, Founder of Kickass Women, growth doesn’t stop with age - it accelerates. With a passion for professional development, she embraces challenges, reinvention, and collaboration to help others thrive.
“I consider myself an ongoing project—heading towards my late 50s, and I’m allowed to be both a work in progress and help others grow at the same time,” Jo says.
Jo believes women over 50 are more empowered than ever, stepping into leadership roles, launching businesses, prioritising health, and even embracing adventure.
“Most women believe they’re now more likely to try new things since turning 50,” she explains.
Professional development is central to Jo’s philosophy. Having recently completed an 18-month leadership program, she now thrives as a Coal Mining Supervisor, equipped with tools to drive personal and professional change.
“What I’ve learnt puts a greater emphasis on emotional intelligence and tapping into the experiences of employees,” Jo notes.
“Heart-centred leadership is about being inclusive, compassionate, and responsive - qualities women leaders are famous for.”
She champions collaborative leadership, seeing it as a force that strengthens families, communities, and businesses.
“The investment you make in your professional development is a strong investment in yourself,” she adds.
Later this year, Jo will tackle the Three Capes Trek in Tasmania, a multi-day hike raising funds for CQ Rescue - proving once again that success is about pushing boundaries, no matter your age.
Photo credit: Alyce Holzy
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