Me vs We: The Greatest Lesson Any Good Leader Can Learn with Venture Philanthropist, Paul Donovan - Episode 3

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Me vs We: The Greatest Lesson Any Good Leader Can Learn with Venture Philanthropist, Paul Donovan - Episode 3
Dec 12, 2024 Episode 3
Brandpie

When you’re driven by a personal purpose, as Paul Donovan has been, then the focus that you pour into a business becomes so much more powerful.

Now in what he describes as his ‘third career’, Paul’s philanthropic endeavours give him the drive to change lives - one such endeavour being The Artis Foundation, of which he’s a Patron.

Paul’s illustrious career is studded with fascinating stories of turning around companies and finding his own mission, particularly through his prior CEO roles at ODEON, Arqiva and Eircom.

His is a journey well-worth exploring, as he joins Brandpie Founder Dave Allen for episode 3 of Pivot Points.

Key takeaways from this episode:

  • Paul’s self-described ‘third career’ proving the power of personal pivots in writing your story
  • Shift from a "me" to a "we" mindset in approaching leadership
  • The power of mentorship, with advice for young professionals on proactively seeking out experienced guides
  • The inspiring story of how Paul led the turnaround of Odeon Cinemas, revitalising the company's culture and customer experience
  • Paul's passion for philanthropy and his current mission to revolutionise primary education

Paul Donovan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-donovan-643136/

Connect with Dave Allen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveallenbrandpie/
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