She Owns It

In this episode of She Owns It, host Anissa Cavallo sits down with Australian retail icon Colleen Callander, former CEO of Sportsgirl and Sussan. Colleen shares her remarkable journey—from leaving school early and starting on the retail floor to climbing the ladder to lead two of Australia’s most recognizable fashion brands.Behind the executive titles and professional success, Colleen opens up about the reality of corporate burnout, hitting an emotional wall, and the pivotal moment that forced her to redefine success. She and Anissa explore why confidence must be actively cultivated, the power of setting firm boundaries, and why kindness and empathy are the ultimate tools for modern leadership.  Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, running your own business, or navigating burnout, this conversation will inspire you to lead with confidence and stay true to your values.Key Topics: Female Leadership | Overcoming Corporate Burnout | Setting Workplace Boundaries | Women in Business | Cultivating Confidence | Kind Leadership Follow Colleen on Instagram @colleen_callanderBusiness Mentoring Program | Colleen CallanderLinks & ResourcesConnect with Anissa on Instagram at@Property Investment Advisor Australia | Eda Property

Welcome to the inaugural episode of She Owns It! In this powerful solo episode, host Anissa Cavallo opens up about the unfiltered reality of her own financial journey, from earning $80k early in her career to losing everything in the property market, ending up on her parents' couch, and finding the grit to rebuild.Middle-aged women are currently the fastest-growing category of homelessness in Australia. While systemic hurdles are very real, true long-term security begins when we change our internal relationship with money. Anissa breaks down why financial literacy isn't just about spreadsheets and market trends, it’s about unlearning deep-seated habits, shedding the shame around financial setbacks, and shifting the way we think about wealth. Whether you're looking to accelerate your personal wealth, recover after a financial reset, or step into true independence, this episode is your invitation to take ownership.Key Topics: Money Mindset | Women & Financial Independence | Rebuilding Wealth After Divorce | Property Investment Recovery | Female Financial Literacy | Overcoming Financial Trauma 🔗 Links & ResourcesConnect with Anissa on Instagram @anissa_she_owns_itProperty Investment Advisor Australia | Eda Property

Welcome to She Owns It, the podcast dedicated to helping women master their financial independence, rewrite their money story, and step into their power.In Australia today, middle-aged women represent the fastest-growing category of homelessness. Systemic change is critical, but true long-term security starts when we transform our personal relationship with money, set firm boundaries, and unlearn deep-seated financial behaviours. Whether you are looking to accelerate your personal wealth, rebuild your financial stability, or break free from burnout, She Owns It delivers real stories, actionable advice, and honest conversations.🔔 Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!Follow & Connect:Podcast: She Owns ItInstagram: @anissa_she_owns_itProperty Investment Advisor Australia | Eda Property