In today’s fast-changing workplace, what does it mean to lead with awareness and purpose? Is it even possible? If there’s ever a time for an uprising of conscious leadership, it’s now because the choices we make every day have a massive ripple effect on ourselves and our teams. Michelle’s keynote, The Rise of Conscious Leadership, challenges conventional norms and invites professionals at every level to step into their power, challenge old habits, and embrace conscious leadership. She doesn’t just talk about change; she shows audiences how to take up space, realise their own leadership potential regardless of their title, and drive positive change for themselves and their teams. Through the lens of conscious leadership, Michelle demonstrates how making deliberate, values-driven choices and questioning outdated ways of thinking can transform workplace culture and empower individuals to navigate uncertainty with confidence and clarity, ultimately creating real impact in a world where change is the only constant.

Audience takeaways

• The difference between simply managing tasks and leading with purpose.
• How old beliefs, such as “I have to have all the answers,” “I should always put others first,” or “Perfection is the only option”, shape their daily actions and limit their growth.
• The power of mindset and self-awareness and how to break free from perfectionism and choose themselves.
• How small shifts in language and behaviour can create greater leadership impact and presence.
• Actionable strategies to strengthen resilience and confidence, individually and across their organisation.

Michelle’s engaging, thought-provoking keynote leaves audiences feeling inspired and ready to transform themselves and their workplaces from the inside out. Leaders and professionals walk away with practical tools and renewed belief in their ability to make a meaningful impact, starting today.

Even in the most successful organisations, leaders can sometimes feel unacknowledged or undervalued, especially when they encounter setbacks or navigate periods of change, which can impact their confidence and engagement. This talk helps leaders reconnect with their strengths, reignite their sense of purpose, and amplifies the different ways to achieve success and impact. Michelle examines how we can all unleash our inner power. Through her own story of strength, resilience, and actionable strategies, she inspires personal and collective transformation within individuals and organisations.

Audience takeaways

• Mindset Mastery: How to take charge of your thinking and embrace self-leadership for greater confidence and clarity during times of uncertainty.
• Radical Self-Care: Why investing in yourself and prioritising well-being not only sustains you but also strengthens your team and organisational culture.
• Resilience and Adaptability: Practical ways to build resilience, manage adversity, and stay adaptable in the face of constant change.
• Visibility and Courage: How to step into new, courageous ways of being after a setback, owning your vulnerability and modelling authenticity for those around you.

This talk is about finding your voice as a leader, so you can rise above setbacks and inspire others to do the same. Leave ready to lead with confidence, purpose, and the resilience to make a real difference.

Michelle draws on her unique journey, from the track to the boardroom, to explore the vital relationship between leadership, identity, and resilience. She reveals how each of us can discover our own path to fulfilling our leadership potential, even in the face of adversity and rapid change. This talk is designed for leaders and teams who want to not only survive but thrive in today’s demanding environments.

Audience takeaways

• Self-Awareness: The power of understanding your strengths and triggers, so you can lead with greater authenticity and adaptability.
• Identity and Leadership: How your personal story shapes your leadership style, and why embracing your full identity makes you a more effective and inspiring leader.
• Resilience in Action: Practical sports mindset techniques to help you bounce back from setbacks, so you not only recover, but also grow and move forward with confidence.
• Collective Resilience: Ways to build a culture of support and trust, so your whole team can navigate change together and emerge stronger.
• Empowering Others: How modelling resilience and vulnerability creates space for others to grow, take risks, and contribute their best.

This talk is about more than just bouncing back; it’s about rising higher. Michelle shows you how to build resilience from the inside, so you can lead with clarity and influence.

How do high-performance behaviours not only elevate the individual but also create the conditions for others to thrive? In this keynote, Michelle explores the vital connection between mindset, resilience, and success, showing how personal transformation can drive organizational culture and results. This talk is designed for leaders and teams who want to unlock their full potential and foster environments where everyone can excel. Michelle brings together insights from elite performance, psychology, and real-world leadership to help audiences discover new ways to achieve peak performance, both for themselves and their teams.

Audience takeaways

• High-Performance Behaviours: Practical strategies for building habits that drive success, such as focus, discipline, and adaptability, and how these behaviours inspire those around you.
• Creating Conditions for Success: How leaders can foster a culture of growth, trust, and innovation by modelling high-performance mindset and behaviours.
• Personal and Collective Growth: Why investing in your own development not only benefits you but also empowers your team and organisation to reach new heights.
• Sustaining Peak Performance: How to maintain energy, focus, and motivation over the long term, so you and your team can keep performing at your best.

This keynote is your invitation to rethink what’s possible, not just for yourself, but for your entire team. Michelle brings a new perspective on mindset and performance, blending inspiration with practical tools to help you set the stage for exceptional results.

Using insights and personal narratives, Michelle inspires audiences to embrace difference and stand in another person’s shoes. She shows you how the power of difference enhances our personal and global worlds. This keynote will focus on how to develop your authentic leadership style and be a voice for change. This keynote is designed for leaders and teams who want to develop an authentic leadership style, foster welcoming environments, and make a real difference in their organizations and communities. Michelle offers practical strategies for building confidence, owning your identity, and using your voice to challenge inequities so you can lead with courage, empathy, and impact.

Audience takeaways

• Developing Authentic Leadership: Practical ways to cultivate your unique leadership style, rooted in self-awareness and integrity.
• Finding Your Voice: Strategies to build confidence and communicate your ideas with clarity and conviction, even in challenging situations.
• Different Types of Changemaker Styles: Exploring various approaches to creating change, from quiet influencers to bold advocates, and how to identify and develop your own.
• Personal and Global Impact: How your actions as a leader can ripple outwards, making a difference not just within your organization but in the wider world.

In this keynote Michelle shows you how to harness the power of your identity, confidence, and voice, so you can be a force for positive change, both today and for the future.