Creativity and professionalism are not always polar opposites - Sarah Walker-Smith shows that they’re two sides of the same coin.

Between musical and acting aspirations, and leadership within huge businesses like Shakespeare Martineau and Ampa, she’s focused on bringing purpose to her teams and empowering them to be their true selves.

Join us on Pivot Points to discover how Sarah overcame impostor syndrome, why you need to go slow to move fast, and her inventive use of a shadow board.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• Personal purpose and authenticity are vital in guiding career decisions and leadership styles
• Sarah’s career journey demonstrates that success isn't always planned, but can result from being open to opportunities
• Using tools like a shadow board can create strategic alignment and empower emerging leaders
• Sarah has challenged traditional professional environments, particularly as a woman in male-dominated sectors
• Personal creativity can coexist with professional life, and even enhance professional leadership

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