“You Don’t Need All the Answers to Lead” — Authentic Leadership with Marguerite Brosnan, CEO of AXA Insurance Ireland

“You can be authentic and powerful at the same time.” What does real leadership actually look like behind the title? In this episode of CEO Corner, Marguerite Brosnan, CEO of AXA Insurance Ireland, joins Sarah McGrath for a deeply honest conversation about leadership, career pivots, and building high-trust teams that outperform. From growing up between Tipperary and Kerry to becoming one of Ireland’s top CEOs, Marguerite shares the defining moments that shaped her leadership philosophy including leaving a secure teaching career, being championed by a sponsor early in her career, and learning why authenticity builds more trust than authority ever could. Inside this episode: → why ambition doesn’t need to be loud → the difference between mentoring and sponsorship → how to lead experts who know more than you → why flexibility builds trust instead of weakness → staying close to the frontline to stay grounded → how insurance is evolving from protection to prevention   Key takeaways include • Why steady self-improvement beats competitive ambition • How discomfort builds confidence and career momentum • The leadership habit that creates psychological safety • Why breadth of experience increases long-term career value • How great leaders share credit and take responsibility   Memorable moments • “A leader casts a long shadow.” • “If you want to climb a mountain, you have to climb it.” • “When you do the right thing, you’re never wrong.”   An essential listen for leaders, founders, managers, and anyone building a meaningful career. If this episode helped you, share it with someone who leads a team or wants to. Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping modern leadership. _ Connect With Us Marguerite Brosnan: linkedin.com/in/marguerite-brosnan-baabb865/ Sarah McGrath: linkedin.com/in/sarah-mcgrath/ _ Sponsored by 360 Search: Your career, our expertise www.360search.ie