# Lessons in Leadership, Purpose, and the Power of Storytelling - with Ronan Dunne

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Podcast: [Brave Bold Brilliant](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-539638)
Published: 2026-03-17T00:00:00+00:00
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Jeannette talks to Ronan Dunne, former CEO of O2 and Verizon, about his career journey, emphasising his transition from a finance-focused role to a leadership style centred on being a chief storyteller and cheerleader. Ronan shares valuable insights on overcoming self-doubt, the importance of context in decision-making, and the critical role of diversity, particularly in supporting female founders You’ll Learn Why: Embracing your authentic self is crucial Leadership is about influence, not just output Better to have a hole than be an a-hole Diversity in investment is a missed business opportunity A brand is more than just a logo This episode is living proof that no matter where you’re starting from — or what life throws at you — it’s never too late to be brave, bold, and unlock your inner brilliant. Visit ⁠https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/⁠ for free tools, guides and resources to help you take action now 📩 Want extra support? Email ⁠info@brave-bold-brilliant.com⁠ to book your free mentoring session with Jeannette. Let’s make your next move your bravest yet. KEY MOMENTS 01:51 - A chief cheerleader and chief storyteller 03:57 - The spiritual moment in corporate life 24:43 - Six lessons of leadership begins 36:31 - The philosophy of being a brand that runs a business. CONNECT WITH JEANNETTE: Jeannette’s linktree - ⁠https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot⁠ ⁠https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/⁠ YOUTUBE - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant⁠ LinkedIn - ⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot⁠ Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/⁠ Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/⁠ Tiktok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@brave.bold.brilliant⁠ VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - ⁠https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/⁠ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podca…

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