#183 CEO Summit Part 1 Interview 6 - Launa Inman - Too Good to Promote? The Hidden Career Trap

Launa Inman, former CEO of Target, Officeworks, and Billabong, shares how being exceptional at her job almost kept her from becoming CEO—and the game-changing advice she received on a plane that changed everything.

In this candid conversation, Launa reveals how she navigated pivotal career moments, turned challenges into opportunities, and built her leadership legacy. From engaging long-tenured employees to making bold moves, her story is a Masterclass in leadership.

🎧 Don’t miss Episode 6 of the Visionary Voices CEO Interview Series—a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and knowing when to step up and ask for the role you deserve.

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