In this episode of the Career Success, Sarah Makris speaks with Hannah Jones, Executive Manager of Payments and Customer Success at Commonwealth Bank, about what really happens when accomplished leaders decide to become visible.

Hannah shares her career reinvention journey — from event planning in New York, to corporate banking, fintech, and back into one of Australia’s largest financial institutions — and the mindset shift required at each transition. Central to the conversation is the fear many senior professionals experience when they consider putting their ideas, opinions, and expertise into the public domain.

Together, they unpack imposter syndrome, career plateaus, and the hidden risk of relying too heavily on internal reputation. Hannah explains how strategic visibility, consistent thought leadership, and intentional networking helped her expand her influence, grow her external profile, and create career optionality — without compromising credibility inside large organisations. 

This episode is a practical and honest conversation for senior leaders who know they are capable, but suspect that capability alone is no longer enough. Sharp lesson: your work may be excellent — but if no one beyond your immediate circle sees it, opportunity stays limited. 

Learn more about Shine Career Accelerator -  https://sarahmakris.com.au/shine-for-corporates/ 

Download - 10 networking stragtegic  - https://sarahmakris.com.au/10-proven-networking-strategies/ 

In this episode of the Career Success, Sarah Makris speaks with Hannah Jones, Executive Manager of Payments and Customer Success at Commonwealth Bank, about what really happens when accomplished leaders decide to become visible.
Hannah shares her career reinvention journey &mdash; from event planning in New York, to corporate banking, fintech, and back into one of Australia&rsquo;s largest financial institutions &mdash; and the mindset shift required at each transition. Central to the conversation is the fear many senior professionals experience when they consider putting their ideas, opinions, and expertise into the public domain.
Together, they unpack imposter syndrome, career plateaus, and the hidden risk of relying too heavily on internal reputation. Hannah explains how strategic visibility, consistent thought leadership, and intentional networking helped her expand her influence, grow her external profile, and create career optionality &mdash; without compromising credibility inside large organisations.&nbsp;
This episode is a practical and honest conversation for senior leaders who know they are capable, but suspect that capability alone is no longer enough. Sharp lesson: your work may be excellent &mdash; but if no one beyond your immediate circle sees it, opportunity stays limited.&nbsp;
Learn more about Shine Career Accelerator -&nbsp; <a href="https://sarahmakris.com.au/shine-for-corporates/">https://sarahmakris.com.au/shine-for-corporates/</a>&nbsp;
Download - 10 networking stragtegic&nbsp; - <a href="https://sarahmakris.com.au/10-proven-networking-strategies/">https://sarahmakris.com.au/10-proven-networking-strategies/</a>&nbsp;

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