Admin Avenues
Admin Avenues
Podcast Description
Admin Avenues is the go-to podcast for Australia’s vibrant admin community. Each episode features real conversations with executive assistants, office managers, and admin professionals from across the country. Sharing their journeys, expert tips, and the realities of working behind the scenes to keep businesses running smoothly. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned admin, this podcast is your place to connect, learn, and feel seen.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of themes relevant to administrative professionals, focusing on topics like career progression, work-life balance, and the crucial role of admins in workplace dynamics. Episode examples include discussions on the distinctions between PA and EA roles, entrepreneurial ventures while managing demanding jobs, and the influence of admin professionals in shaping workplace culture.
Welcome to The Admin Avenues Podcast!
In each episode, I’ll be chatting with inspiring Australian admin professionals, expert advisors, and a few surprise guests you won’t want to miss.
No matter where your admin career has taken you, this is your space to learn, grow, and connect with the people shaping the future of our profession.
Expect real stories, practical insights, and expert advice to help you thrive, whether you’re just starting out or leading at the top.
We’re also here to celebrate the Australian admin community, because admins are at the heart of every successful business.
Let’s shape the future of admin in Australia, one conversation at a time.
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In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Ford, winner of the 2025 AIOP Awards Excellence in Mentorship & Team Leadership Award, for a conversation that goes beyond traditional leadership and into the real impact of supporting others to grow.
Sarah shares how mentorship has shaped her career and the way she leads today, reflecting on the people who influenced her early on and how those experiences have carried through into her own leadership style.
Throughout the conversation, Sarah offers a grounded and practical perspective on what it takes to build confidence in others, especially in high-pressure environments where self-doubt can creep in. Sarah speaks about the balance required to support people while managing the demands of a busy role.
Candice and Sarah also explore the difference between managing and leading, and why admin professionals are uniquely positioned to influence culture, connection and collaboration across an organisation. Sarah shares how she approaches tough conversations, maintains trust within her team, and continues to evolve her leadership style as her responsibilities grow.
At its core, this episode is a reminder that some of the most impactful leadership happens quietly – through mentorship, encouragement, and a genuine commitment to seeing others succeed.
You can find Sarah on LinkedIn to learn more about her journey and leadership approach here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-ford/
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