Key Lessons from PropelHer’s International Women’s Day Panel with KPMG Ireland

Today, at our PropelHer International Women’s Day event with KPMG Ireland, one message came through loud and clear: career progression isn’t just about capability, it’s about being clear on what you want, recognising what you bring, having confidence and being intentional.

Our fantastic panel of Aisling McCarthy, Caitriona Jennings, and Jackie O'Connell, moderated by Rachel Horgan, shared honest, practical reflections on navigating change, leading authentically, and progression.

Key takeaways from the conversation included:

- Be intentional about career progression
Define your goals, communicate them, and don’t assume good work alone will be enough to move you forward.

- Mentorship helps — sponsorship accelerates
Support matters, but having someone actively champion you can be a real catalyst for growth.

- Lead in a way that is authentic to you
Strong leadership can be ambitious, decisive, inclusive and kind, and authenticity matters.

A huge thank you to our speakers for their openness, honesty and insight, and to everyone who joined us.

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