Over the past couple of days I’ve had the privilege of speaking at three incredible events across Victoria and Melbourne.
The journey started with a 19 hour drive south, which is just part of the experience. I love hitting the road & I love speaking even more.
Quick overview before getting into the details of the trip...
My first stop was Warrnambool East Primary School, where I spoke to Years 3-4, then Years 5-6, and later held a parent session in the evening. The engagement was next level and I was blown away by the depth of questions from the students. After an unforgettable day/eve in Warrnambool the next day I headed to St Aloysius College where I spoke to a fresh group of Year 7 students, focusing on leadership and confidence as they start their exciting (and scary at times) high school journey. To finisg things up I spoke to Year 10 students at Preston High. The students were deep thinkers, and connection made for an incredible session.
Now, let’s get into the details of each stop.
Returning to Warrnambool East Primary School
Driving into Warrnambool I knew this day was going to be something special. I had spoken there before and coming back brought back those beautiful memories. The Years 3-4 students were full of curiosity, and the Years 5-6 students took things even deeper, asking powerful questions about self belief, confidence, and dealing with challenges.
Then came the parent session in the evening which is an essential part of what I do. It’s one thing to inspire students, but if we don’t also engage parents and educators, the impact isn't as strong and lasting. When all angles, students, parents, and teachers, are involved, the message doesn’t just end when I leave. It carries on in conversations at home and in the classroom.
The feedback was out of this world. I received a heapppp of Instagram messages from parents sharing how the session had already sparked meaningful discussions at home. It reinforced why this work matters.
A huge shoutout to Kerry McCarthy, who put this event together. Working with her leading up to the talk was effortless—her passion for the students was obvious from the start, and it showed even more on the day. Principal Marina Milichwas the same, fully invested in creating an environment where students can grow, question, and develop resilience.
Leadership & Confidence with St Aloysius Year 7s
From Warrnambool, I drove to St Aloysius College, where I spoke to Year 7 students who were just starting their high school journey. This session was focssd on leadership, confidence, and stepping into the next phase of their lives with belief.
A few things stood out.... The focus, the engagement, and the real connection. Year 7 is a huge transition (whcih we've all faced) and helping students see that they’re not alone in their doubts or fears is always powerful. I had a great connection with Jordan Miller, the teacher who organized this event. Even before the session, I could tell he was fully invested in his students, and that makes all the difference.
Deep Conversations with Preston High’s Year 10s
The final stop of this trip was for Year 10 students at Preston High. This group brought an incredible mix of deep thinking, openness, & insightful questions.
One of my favorite parts of speaking—whether in primary schools, high schools, or corporate settings—is when the audience feels comfortable enough to ask real, raw questions. And that’s exactly what happened here. They weren’t just chilling out listening, they were curious, engaged, and keen to challenge their own perspectives.
Big respect to the students at Preston High! They made this session one to remember.
19 Hours of Driving, 3 Schools, 1000+ Students Reached
After the last session, I had a long drive home, but these are the moments I love. Speaking across Victoria and Melbourne gives me a chance to meet students, parents, and educators who are all looking for ways to grow, adapt, and break free from limiting beliefs (and open to chatting about it!)
Every school was different, but the common theme was clear, when you create a space where people feel heard and understood, the impact is huggggeeeeee!
If you’re looking for motivational speakers in Melbourne or anywhere across Australia, and want to create a real shift in mindset for students, teams, or corporate groups, get in touch. Let’s make an impact together.
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