EPISODE · Feb 10, 2025 · 33 MIN
Ep 10 - The Art of Authentic Leadership: Emma Walker on Coaching and Entrepreneurship
from Core Brands Podcast · host Roberta Rechena
In this episode of the Core Brands podcast, Emma Walker shares her inspiring career journey from PR and communications to entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running her own business, the importance of leadership coaching, and her experiences navigating gender dynamics in the workplace. Emma emphasizes that leadership is not about being born a leader but about hard work and authenticity. She also reflects on her recognition in the 30 under 30 awards and offers valuable advice to her younger self about embracing change and the concept of 'never'. Takeaways Emma's career journey began in PR and communications. She moved to the States in her 20s, which was pivotal for her career. Transitioning from a corporate role to entrepreneurship has its challenges. Gender dynamics in the workplace can vary greatly depending on the environment. Leadership coaching provides new managers with the space to think and grow. Success for managers is about how they enable their teams, not just their own tasks. Recognition from peers can be more meaningful than awards. Advice to younger self: never say never, as perspectives change over time. Staying inspired involves stepping away from work and consuming different content. Future plans for Walker & Co include a coach-in-residence model for startups. Sound Bites "I adore Bruce Springsteen." "I was craving being a specialist." "I never felt different." "The challenge is who you're with." "Never is a pretty long time." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker 01:50 Emma's Career Journey 04:19 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 07:12 Navigating Gender Dynamics in the Workplace 10:39 Leadership Coaching for New Managers 16:07 The Nature of Leadership 20:20 Recognition and Awards 22:50 Advice to Younger Self 26:42 Staying Inspired 29:39 Future Plans for Walker & Co Stay Connected with Emma Walker: Connect with Emma on Linkedin Walker & Co website: walkerandco.ie Stay connected with Roberta: Follow on Instagram: @designbyroberta and @corenanfformdesign Connect on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Core Letters newsletter for updates Visit the Core Brands website Book a Free Discovery Call if you're interested in collaborating!
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In this episode of the Core Brands podcast, Emma Walker shares her inspiring career journey from PR and communications to entrepreneurship. She discusses the challenges and rewards of running her own business, the importance of leadership coaching, and her experiences navigating gender dynamics in the workplace. Emma emphasizes that leadership is not about being born a leader but about hard work and authenticity. She also reflects on her recognition in the 30 under 30 awards and offers valuable advice to her younger self about embracing change and the concept of 'never'. Takeaways Emma's career journey began in PR and communications. She moved to the States in her 20s, which was pivotal for her career. Transitioning from a corporate role to entrepreneurship has its challenges. Gender dynamics in the workplace can vary greatly depending on the environment. Leadership coaching provides new managers with the space to think and grow. Success for managers is about how they enable their teams, not just their own tasks. Recognition from peers can be more meaningful than awards. Advice to younger self: never say never, as perspectives change over time. Staying inspired involves stepping away from work and consuming different content. Future plans for Walker & Co include a coach-in-residence model for startups. Sound Bites "I adore Bruce Springsteen." "I was craving being a specialist." "I never felt different." "The challenge is who you're with." "Never is a pretty long time." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Icebreaker 01:50 Emma's Career Journey 04:19 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 07:12 Navigating Gender Dynamics in the Workplace 10:39 Leadership Coaching for New Managers 16:07 The Nature of Leadership 20:20 Recognition and Awards 22:50 Advice to Younger Self 26:42 Staying Inspired 29:39 Future Plans for Walker & Co Stay Connected with Emma Walker: Connect with Emma on Linkedin Walker & Co website: walkerandco.ie Stay connected with Roberta: Follow on Instagram: @designbyroberta and @corenanfformdesign Connect on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Core Letters newsletter for updates Visit the Core Brands website Book a Free Discovery Call if you're interested in collaborating!
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