Stories that inspire.

Keynote Speaking

Entrepreneur, strategist, podcast host, Kinesiologist, artist and author.

Lived experience being a heart-led entrepreneur, success in leading teams, culture transformation and engagement, creative brand and marketing development, and innovative solutions for businesses large and small.

Available for conferences, panel discussions, retreats, professional development days and events on workplace culture, energy alignment for executives and leaders, leader and team wellbeing, and creating harmonious workplace communication and accountability. 

Facilitation is available for face-to-face sessions or via online platforms.

Speaking Topics

Unresolved Trauma and Its Impact On The Workplace

Overview:

Unresolved trauma can significantly impact the workplace, affecting both employees and the organisation's overall productivity. When individuals have experienced traumatic events, such as abuse, neglect, or violence, it can leave lasting emotional scars that can affect their behaviour, performance, and interactions with others.

One of the most common effects of unresolved trauma in the workplace is a lack of trust. Trauma survivors may struggle with trusting others, which can result in difficulty building relationships with coworkers and managers. This can make it challenging for them to work collaboratively and may lead to isolation and disengagement from their work.

Other impacts of unresolved trauma are a decrease in job satisfaction and a higher risk of burnout. Employees who have experienced trauma may struggle with managing their emotions, which can lead to increased stress levels and difficulty coping with work-related challenges. This can result in decreased job satisfaction and a higher likelihood of experiencing burnout, ultimately impacting their performance and overall contribution to the organisation.

This presentation will help you address the impact of unresolved trauma in your workplace and create essential mental health support and resources for your employees. As a result, you will create a culture of openness and support where employees feel comfortable seeking help when needed. By addressing the impact of trauma on the workplace, your organisation can create a healthier and more productive work environment for all employees.

Creating Change Doing What You Love

Overview:

Building a career doing what you love is a dream for many people, but figuring out how to turn your passions into a sustainable profession can feel daunting. The first step is to identify what you truly love doing and what you are good at. This self-reflection will help you determine your strengths and interests and ultimately steer you towards a career path that aligns with both.

Maryanne will help you get a clearer idea of what you want to pursue and how to build your knowledge and skills in that area, as well as give you tips on building a network of like-minded individuals in your field and staying up to date on industry trends.

Persevering Through Change

Overview:

Fear and failure are two major hurdles most people face on the road to success. However, these obstacles are not insurmountable. With the right mindset and approach, fear and failure can be transformed into valuable tools for success.

Maryanne will teach you the steps to transform fear and failure into success, acknowledge their presence, and understand that they are natural parts of the journey towards success. Instead of avoiding them, Maryanne will show you how to embrace them as opportunities to learn and grow and how to use fear as a motivator to push yourself out of your comfort zone and take calculated risks that will move you forward.

Self Care – Putting Yourself First

Overview:

Putting yourself first is essential to being healthy, happy, and successful. Maryanne shares her journey, describing how she put others before her own needs and well-being and how that ended in disaster after disaster. She will teach you how to embrace the opportunity to meet your own needs so you can show up in the world with more energy and enthusiasm to give to the people you love.

You will feel reassured that taking care of yourself isn’t selfish. It’s not always easy, but there are some simple steps you can take to help you prioritise your needs and desires. This is your chance to learn how to continue to prioritise your well-being so you can give back to others from a full and replenished space.

How To Turn Your Vision Into Reality

Overview:

Choosing your next career role can be challenging, especially if you’re stuck or unsure about what to do next.

You will discover tips to help you decide on your next career role, including:

  • Reflection on your strengths and values – Understanding what you’re good at and what you enjoy doing

  • How to identify and research different career paths –  This can help you narrow your options and identify which career paths are realistic

  • How to seek advice from others – How to approach people in your network who work in industries or roles that interest you

  • Opportunities to experience different roles – How to gain practical experience and determine whether the role is a good fit for you before making a full-time commitment

Courageous Change – Working With Intention

Overview:

Career transition is a process of moving from one career to another, and it involves rethinking how we want to feel at the end of the day and what goals we hope to achieve in our new career. Making a career transition is a lifestyle redesign that requires substantial planning and preparation.

Together, we will step through the transition process, connecting to your reasons for making the change. These may include financial, personal, or professional goals and ways to explain this career transition to others so they understand your why.

How To Continue Your Evolution

Overview:

Reinventing yourself requires a game plan. It is a personal process that requires self-reflection, goal-setting, and a clear action plan. You can successfully reinvent yourself and achieve your desired outcomes by addressing and embracing your flaws, developing a positive outlook, and pursuing your goals.

Maryanne shares her strategies to overcome low self-esteem and helps you find ways to start believing in yourself so you can visualise your new future, reflect on the changes you want to make, and become an optimist!

How To Know When It’s Time To Walk Away

Overview:

Closing a business can be a difficult decision, but there are steps you can take to support yourself emotionally to make things easier.

Maryanne shares her personal experience and tips on managing this change and moving forward confidently.

As Seen On

Maryanne is featured regularly in The CEO Institute newsletter, on CEO Insight and as a speaker for a number of different programs at The CEO Institute.

She shares her research, opinion, expertise, and ideas to serve purpose-based leaders and their businesses.

  • “Maryanne was incredible! She connected with our audience, made them laugh while also providing real skills and information that they could apply to their lives. She was incredible to work with too - authentic and kind. She customised her content to our audience, which we always love! Would definitely recommend Maryanne to other groups!”

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