Sara Watson

WORK HISTORY

ABOUT SARA WATSON

Vision without strategy is like a ship without a rudder.\" This quote by Lee Bolman resonates with my professional ethos. With nearly two decades of experience, I\'ve navigated the complex landscapes of business strategy, armed with the belief that vision, underpinned by customer-centric design, forms the cornerstone of meaningful change. Strategy is my heartbeat. Motivated by the curiosity to unearth insights, I start by delving into the core of business direction, relentlessly questioning the \'whys\' and \'hows\'. To me, every decision is anchored in the voice of the customer — from addressing complaints to pinpointing pain points, I sculpt solutions based on their invaluable feedback. By advocating for inclusivity and accessibility, even for the most vulnerable customers, I\'ve witnessed firsthand how this approach creates superior products and experiences. Known for my compassion and positivity, I champion fairness for customers and provide unwavering support to colleagues and peers. Through coaching, training, and fostering development, I strive to build a community that thrives on shared growth. Skilled in strategic execution and driven by unwavering curiosity, I thrive on bringing ideas to life. Armed with the compass of baselines, I measure progress, embracing adaptability and crafting inventive solutions. My pride rests in being a proven specialist in strategy execution, adeptly guiding product strategies towards meaningful enhancements that amplify customer satisfaction. Throughout my exciting career of strategy and execution, my journey a demonstration of transformative change and exploration. I invite fellow curious seekers of excellence to connect and collaborate to sculpt vision into reality, together. Curiosity for me isn\'t confined to the office; it spills over into my personal adventures. In my recent long service leave, I traded the corporate world for exhilarating experiences — volunteering to safeguard baby turtles in Cozumel, scaling the Salcantay Trek to Machu Picchu, and immersing in the vibrant Inti Raymi Festival in Cuzco, Peru. I\'ve even camped in the heart of the Amazon and scuba dived the Galapagos Islands, forging connections with captivating wildlife