Operation Growth: New Book by Resilience & Leadership Speaker Breda McCague
15th July 2026
9 mins read
Operation Growth: New Book by Resilience & Leadership Speaker Breda McCague
Courage. Consciousness. Change.
About the Book
From the Irish borderlands to global boardrooms, Operation Growth is the extraordinary true story of Resilience & Leadership Speaker Breda McCague. She was one of the first women commissioned as a lieutenant in Ireland’s Reserve Defence Forces. Consequently, Breda transformed a life of discipline, adversity, and reinvention into a masterclass on personal evolution.
Through candid storytelling and powerful reflection, Breda reveals her personal journey. Indeed, every battlefield, from military drills to corporate corridors, became her training ground for unstoppable growth. Furthermore, she blends real-life experience with practical tools to guide readers. She actively helps them develop:
- Mindset mastery
- Emotional intelligence
- Leadership brilliance
- The art of turning fear into fuel
Perhaps you are facing career stagnation, self-doubt, or unexpected detours. In that case, Operation Growth offers the ultimate roadmap to reclaiming your confidence. Ultimately, it helps you amplify your impact and create your legacy.
About the Author: Breda McCague
Military and Coaching Background
Resilience & Leadership Speaker Breda McCague served for over twenty years as an Officer in the Reserve Defence Forces. As a result, her military training and coaching expertise culminate in a unique style. Ultimately, this methodology reignites, illuminates, empowers, and resets focus.
In addition, she designs and delivers transformative Keynote Speeches and Coaching Programmes. These sessions benefit a wide range of audiences, from small business owners to global corporations. Breda is deeply passionate about her work. Therefore, she is determined to level the playing field. Consequently, everyone can take control of their own work and life success.
Leading Transformational Change
For nearly two decades, Breda worked as a Senior Transformational Change Specialist in Financial Services. During this time, she successfully drove extensive change programmes. These initiatives reached across global financial institutions and international brands in Ireland and the UK. Specifically, she specialises in technical, innovative, strategic, and cultural change. Because of this background, guiding individuals and corporates through transitions comes as second nature.
To further her impact, Breda became an Accredited Emotional Intelligence Coach in 2020. This qualification allows her to elevate her audiences in leadership. Moreover, she builds the high-performance mindset required for massive industry success. In fact, she regularly delivers career-changing keynotes. These presentations specialise in mindset, strategic goal setting, visualisation, and transformational leadership.
Advocacy for Diversity and Equality
Breda is a tireless advocate for equality. For this reason, she co-founded the Lean-In Ireland community. In addition, she has co-chaired the organisation since its launch in 2017. Furthermore, her dedication to diversity keeps her actively involved with numerous networks.
As a result, she is highly sought after as a keynote speaker. Specifically, she launches diversity programmes, chairs conferences, and inspires future leaders.
Book Resilience & Leadership Speaker Breda McCague for Your Next Event
Are you looking to inspire your team or kickstart a cultural shift? If so, Breda McCague is available for global speaking engagements, panels, and workshops.
Consequently, to check her availability or speaking fees, please contact her booking agents:
- Book Online: Visit Breda McCague’s Speaker Profile on CSA Celebrity Speakers.
- Call Directly: +44 (0)1628 601 400
- Email: hello@speakers.co.uk
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