#17 | Chase Capability Not Credentials and the Leadership Lessons a CEO Wants Every Ambitious Woman to Know.

Join us for Part 2 of this insightful conversation with Paul Dawson, CEO if Agena Group, in which he shares insights on transitioning from corporate to private equity, delivering public sector services, and the value of understanding your role in the workplace. He emphasises the importance of being comfortable with discomfort and provides practical advice for personal and professional growth.KEY TAKEAWAYSLeadership Insights: Explore Paul's approach to personal and team leadership, focusing on creating a culture of continuous growth and empowerment. Career Transitions: Learn about Paul's move from corporate to private equity, highlighting the significance of knowing when to embrace change. The Three P's Framework: Paul shares his guiding principle of prioritising people, product, and profit in decision-making.Culture is crucial in organisations.Focus on the value of the service providedConnect with Caroline hereConnect with Paul hereAgena Group websiteCALL TO ACTIONIf you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on your favourite podcast platform. Share it with anyone who might benefit from Paul's story and insights. Remember, even the smallest move can lead to big career changes.New episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at [email protected] - I read them all.And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her.Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.