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Edition 098 · work · Daragh Ó Conchúir

Elite Sportswomen are the New Executive Talent

The mental fortitude and strategic thinking of top female athletes make them ideal leaders in any field. Boards, take note.

Elite Sportswomen are the New Executive Talent
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Roisín McCormick’s journey from injury to leading Antrim epitomises the grit forged in elite sport. These women are not just athletes; they are strategists, resilience personified. Their capacity to perform under pressure and inspire teams is precisely what boardrooms lack. Why are we still overlooking this obvious talent pool?

The strongest counter

Sport is a different arena. Business requires different skills and a different kind of experience. Leadership in one does not automatically translate to the other.

Audit trail
  • ·Grit personified
  • ·Strategic acumen
  • ·Pressure tested
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