The Courageous Leaders Podcast

How Bold Decisions Shape Great Leaders – Paul Coxhill’s Career Lessons

Joanna Howes Season 22 Episode 148

Paul Coxhill, Chief Operating Officer, LIONS & President, LIONS Intelligence, shares how taking bold leaps, navigating uncertainty, and embracing creativity shaped his leadership journey. From saying ‘yes’ to an unexpected opportunity in South Africa to driving innovation at WARC and LIONS, Paul’s insights offer a masterclass in adaptability, leadership, and business growth.

We Cover

01:04 – The career-defining power of saying ‘yes’ (even when unsure)

05:13 – How moving to South Africa reshaped his leadership & view on inclusion

13:10 – Leading through change: Why over-communication is non-negotiable

20:02 – Five years of growth at WARC: The strategy behind long-term success

25:32 – How to embed innovation into company culture (without separate ‘innovation teams’)

36:11 – Bringing your whole self to work: The leadership mindset shift

38:08 – Letting go of the need to be liked: The key to authentic leadership

41:28 – The advice he’d give his younger self about confidence & leadership

42:02 – Closing thoughts & final reflections

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