No Confidence? No Leadership: Build Self Belief with Katy Wright

Episode 142 of the The Courageous Leaders Podcast podcast, hosted by Joanna Howes, titled "No Confidence? No Leadership: Build Self Belief with Katy Wright" was published on February 20, 2025 and runs 41 minutes.

February 20, 2025 ·41m · The Courageous Leaders Podcast

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Katy Wright, CEO of FCB London, shares her unique journey from aspiring pilot to advertising leader. She offers valuable insights on building self-belief, embracing challenges, and creating a thriving workplace culture. Discover how Katy stays ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry and why she believes kindness and a strong moral compass are superpowers for success. This episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders at all levels. We Cover: 01:49 - What Courageous Leadershi...

Episode Description

Katy Wright, CEO of FCB London, shares her unique journey from aspiring pilot to advertising leader. She offers valuable insights on building self-belief, embracing challenges, and creating a thriving workplace culture.

Discover how Katy stays ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry and why she believes kindness and a strong moral compass are superpowers for success.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders at all levels.

We Cover:
01:49 - What Courageous Leadership Means

03:06 - Knowing You Are Enough

04:34 - Embracing Imperfection

05:21 - Building Confidence Through Experience

07:07 - The Importance of Believing in Others

08:22 - From Aspiring Pilot to Advertising Leader

12:35 - Lessons from a First Flying Lesson

14:42 - The Power of Self-Trust

17:23 - The Importance of Being Yourself

20:48 - The Challenges of Leadership

24:54 - Staying Ahead of the Curve

27:57 - Balancing Big-Picture Thinking with Detail

31:57 - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Your Place

35:35 - Misconceptions About Katy

37:14 - Advice to Her Younger Self

38:21 - The Future of the Industry

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