A Fireside Chat with Frances Fitzgerald – Chapter 2: Leadership & Resilience | Voices in Leadership

Teneo’s Voices in Leadership series is hosted by Brian O’Driscoll, Teneo Senior Advisor and former captain of the Ireland rugby team and The British & Irish Lions. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with Irish leaders who have shaped business, politics and culture at the highest levels. In Episode two, Brian speaks with Frances Fitzgerald, former Tánaiste, Member of the European Parliament and Senior Advisor at Teneo.
In this chapter, Frances explores leadership under pressure, from mentoring teams to navigating crisis and media scrutiny. She reflects on setbacks, resilience and the importance of inclusion in strengthening institutions. Through personal insight, she shares lessons on sustaining motivation and leading with conviction through change.




