Australia's Most Encouraging Keynote Speakers to Follow

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5. Letter frzm the Editor Amplifying the V Voices that Matter n the current times of rapid evolution, what individuals seek is authentic guidance that can help them stay abreast of these rapid changes, challenge limiting beliefs, and encourage self-re?lection. I Our latest edition, "Australia's Most Encouraging Keynote Speakers to Follow," is The Education View's major step in its pursuit of making the world familiar with the top voices that are ideally positioned to meet these needs. By celebrating their transformative work, we aim to acknowledge the unique thought process that makes them stand out and inspire others in their journey of self-transcendence. We believe in honoring and celebrating individuals who embody the values of compassion, integrity, and authenticity. The keynote speakers featured in this edition have not only achieved remarkable success in their respective ?ields but have also resurrected countless lives and catalyzed their voyages to the ideal future. By shining a spotlight on these speakers, we aim to recognize and amplify their voices, acknowledging the invaluable contributions they make to respective communities and society as a whole. As we look towards the future, the role of keynote speakers will only continue to grow in importance. In an increasingly interconnected and digitally driven world, individuals are seeking authentic connections, meaningful experiences, and trusted sources of guidance and inspiration. Keynote speakers, with their ability to engage, educate, and inspire audiences on a personal level, are uniquely positioned to meet these evolving needs. The insights and perspectives shared by keynote speakers will play a vital role in shaping the future of work, leadership, and society as a whole. As such, we remain committed to honoring and amplifying these Speech is pzwer. Speech voices, recognizing the profound impact they have on is tz persuade, tz czovert, tz transforming lives and driving positive change. czmpel. It is tz briog aozther T H E Happy Reading zut zf his bad seose iotz yzur gzzd seose. - Maria Christopher - Ralph Waldo Emersoo

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7. Mel Guiding Individuals to Embrace their True Selves Tempest Profiles Dr Jack Jacoby 16 Shaping Perspectives With Insight, Innovation, And Inspirational Narratives James Carson 22 Motivating Minds And Promoting Holistic Wellness Through Words Tony Eades 28 An Exemplary Keynote Speaker Artיִcles From Passion to Paycheck 26 From TED Talks to Corporate Events 32

8. Mel Guiding Individuals to Embrace their True Selves Tempest

9. Cover Story Mel Tempest, the CEO setbacks. However, a crucial and inspirational narrative. onnecting with an audience as a speaker and the Founder of Ignite conversation with a mentor Her venture into global C requires a nuanced Fitness Business Events, prompted her to explore speaking engagements, both understanding of their has mastered this art. Mel's speaking outside her within and outside her needs, interests, and journey as a speaker is one industry. This profession, became expectations. Tailoring the of triumph over adversity, transformative moment led evidence of the power of content and delivery to which can inspire many. her to launch a podcast, storytelling and the ability resonate with the audience Mel Tempest's voyage into organize her own events, to inspire change. She began fosters a sense of public speaking was an and step onto the stage as a challenging conventional connection. A speaker who unexpected twist in her speaker. perspectives, particularly acknowledges and professional narrative. In contrast to the within an industry addresses the concerns of Despite numerous attempts traditional and conservative entrenched in old-school the audience is more likely to secure speaking mindset prevailing in the mentalities. to establish a connection opportunities within her industry, Mel's story and capture their attention. industry, she faced repeated emerged as a compelling

11. Cover Story transcended a typical ears and hearts to the achieved a signi?icant Shaping Narratives with Public Speaking speaking engagement, possibilities of change. milestone by becoming the Mel's unique journey becoming a potentially life- Through her presentations, ?irst Australian to secure the changing moment. As a Mel aspires to encourage IHRSA Scholarship, marking allowed her to connect with audiences on a global scale. speaker, Mel took pride in business owners to take a decisive moment in her Through her presentations, playing an important role in risks and authentically career. these transformative embrace the role of the she skillfully guided audiences on a experiences, shaping business owner they truly With her exceptional sense transformative journey, narratives that encouraged desire to be. of humor, Mel has a audiences to think beyond Mel recalls a particular remarkable ability to turn capturing their attention and evoking a range of conventional boundaries. instance that encapsulated any situation into a emotions. Whether Mel's vision extends the resilience required in lighthearted and engaging her journey. A fellow moment. witnessing an audience on beyond sharing her the edge of their seats or personal story; it speaker once said, "You will observing heads nodding in encompasses her never speak in Australia Bringing Genuine Smiles until you become successful Irrespective of the subject agreement, Mel rejoiced in commitment to delivering the impact of her impactful business in the USA." Mel took matter, Mel consistently storytelling. presentations. Her mission decisive action and was strives to bring a genuine determined to break smile to the faces of her For those in attendance, is to encourage audiences the experience often and urge them to open their through boundaries; she audience. Her approach is characterized by a deliberate focus on highlighting the positive outcomes rather than dwelling on the potential those experiences.“ sadness within the content. Central to her philosophy is the belief that even in discussions that may touch upon challenges, there is an opportunity to illuminate the good that emerged from I always hope for my audience to feel empowered to make change, that they can see that even when life throws pain at you, you can overcome it.

12. Cover Story being genuine. Mel is ?irmly Transforming Lives Departing from formal one of Smart Company's education at the age of 14 to Top 5 in 2017. convinced that the most Mel ?inds immense joy in pursue a career in takeaway impactful and memorable inspiring individuals every • Mel was acknowledged as experiences are created day. Her goal is to food sales, Mel found herself the 2020 Global Fitness on an unexpected path that when individuals embrace encourage others to take Business Association led to remarkable their true selves. This bold steps, whether it's In?luencer of the Year. applying to speak at an achievements. Her authenticity, she believes, is • In 2022, she received the narrative, stemming from the key to delivering the event or venturing into new prestigious AUSactive humble beginnings, best of oneself to any territories within their induction into the Hall of businesses. Driven by an includes several notable audience. Honour for her dedication milestones: In sharing her story, innate sense of and signi?icant speaking about business, responsibility, Mel feels contributions to the and aiding others in their compelled to offer as much • In 2005, Mel Opened ?itness industry. success, Mel adheres to the assistance as possible, Australia's ?irst men's • In 2023, Mel was principle of providing guidance to those only gym, "Wize Guys," recognized as one of the unapologetically being seeking advice. For her, the after getting approval In?luential Women in herself. Despite leaving “ success of others is from the Human Rights Fitness. school early and intertwined with her own. Commission and Equal occasionally diverging from Mel views herself as Opportunity Board. Throughout this journey, conventional language accountable to the next • In 2017, Mel became the Mel has adhered to a core norms, she stays committed generation, recognizing it as ?irst Australian to be principle: staying true to to authenticity. Her focus her duty to guide and honored with the John one's authentic self. She remains on getting the job inspire them. She cherishes McCarthy IHRSA believes in not conforming done and making a lasting the privilege of presenting scholarship. to societal expectations and impact on the lives of those her autobiography on • She gained recognition as never offering apologies for she encounters. various occasions, but one I truly love what I do every day. I want to inspire somebody to have a go, whether it's applying to speak at an event or they want to try something new in their business.

13. presentation holds a special positive change in their to reach their full potential. laying robust foundations place in her heart. Speaking lives. She strives to convey Mel believes that success is for success. Recognizing the to the Catholic Association the message that, even in a visceral feeling—one of left a lasting impression, as the face of life's adversities, having made a positive challenges of the journey, the audience engaged one can overcome pain and impact in the world, leaving Mel highlights the importance of hard work. deeply with her life story. challenges. Mel encourages behind a mark, and paving a The session concluded with her listeners to shed aspects path for others to follow. She advocates for numerous questions, of their lives that no longer continuous learning from peers, actively seeking emails, and heartfelt serve them and to recognize Inspiring Individuals to expressions of gratitude. their inherent worthiness to Make Informed Decisions feedback, and acquiring in- What resonates most with pursue grander, bolder Mel Tempest expresses a depth knowledge of one's Mel is the impact she had aspirations. Importantly, genuine desire to extend product before taking the beyond her industry. The she emphasizes that no her speaking engagements, stage to speak. Mel's advice presentation prompted person should hinder their particularly to educate and is rooted in authenticity, individuals to re?lect on path to success. support new business urging individuals to be true their lives, motivating them For Mel, personal success owners. Finding to themselves rather than to initiate positive changes. is not solely measured by contentment in her life, she conforming to the perceived Months later, emails poured external accolades or is driven by the belief that expectations of the in, expressing gratitude and material possessions. sharing her knowledge with audience. She champions acknowledging the lasting Instead, it's a profound the industry is a natural the idea of fearlessly in?luence of her words. sense of achievement progression. Mel envisions expressing one's opinions derived from witnessing dedicating time to assist and encourages a demeanor Creating a Lasting Legacy others succeed. Her individuals in startup mode, characterized by smiles, Mel's enduring hope is that ful?illment stems from ensuring they make laughter, and genuine T H E her audience leaves feeling providing opportunities to informed decisions when enjoyment of the moment. empowered to enact others and inspiring them buying a business and The Education View February 2024

14. Australia's Most Encouraging Keynote Speakers to Follow FEBUARY - Issue 04 Dr Jack Jacoby is a renowned speaker, mentor, Dr Jack Jacoby Keynote Speaker and author known for his impactful insights. Chief Consultan, Dr Merv Wilkinson is empowering leaders for Catalyst of Change Dr Merv Wilkinson organizational transformation. Consulting Group Actor, Model, James Carson is an inspiring and humorous keynote Content Creator, speaker who motivates audiences to drive positive James Carson social change. and Keynote Speaker CEO and Founder, Mel Tempest, CEO and Founder of Ignite Fitness Business Events, has mastered the art of public Mel Tempest Ignite Fitness Business speaking through her inspirational journey. Events Chief Strategy Tony Eades is a celebrated figure driven by his talent Tony Eades and passion, nurturing the responsibility of fostering Officer and CEO (APAC), constructive change. Salted Stone

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16. “ 16 I hope to make my audience think differently about the topic I have been asked to speak on in a way that adds value to them. Dr Jack Jacoby Executive Chairman, Jacoby Consulting Group

17. “ Features Dr Jack Shaping Perspectives with Insight, Innovation, and Inspirational Narratives Jacoby ith their depth of challenging problems. As a governance, scope, and knowledge and result of his reputation, constraints – all of which W ability to inspire, people became interested in tend to be an aggravation keynote speakers educate, his expertise and invited rather than a real challenge. inform, and entertain the him to speak at various audience, but more than engagements. Resonating Better with that, they help them to think the Audience differently. These speakers Leaving a Lasting Legacy Dr Jack suggests that can present information in a Dr Jack's mission is to be handling challenging or unique way and lead the satis?ied with his time on unexpected situations Vision audience on a journey they earth and leave a positive during a live speaking have not been through legacy. engagement depends on the before to provide new While accomplishing his nature of the situation. For perspectives. mission and goals, he has instance, if the challenge is To be Among the names that are encountered numerous external noise, one can wait satisfied disrupting this ?ield, Dr challenges over the years. it out. If a heckler is present, Jack Jacoby stands out as a Some challenges were one can provide a wise with my time leading ?igure. related to context and retort. If a dif?icult question Dr Jack Jacoby's keynote dif?iculty, which is why is asked, one can on earth and speaking role commenced those challenges still acknowledge the dif?iculty leave a by "accident" rather than by persist. and promise to follow up intent. He worked, Dr Jack believes that not later. positive consulted, mentored over all people are wise, Dr Jack also recommends 350 people, and taught in a experienced, benevolent creating a plan, working legacy. range of exciting contexts, toward others, empathic, smart, maintaining a which provided him with etc. He has found that these positive mindset, seeking human challenges have support, and accepting help valuable insights and a diverse understanding of been the hardest to from others as strategies for various situations. overcome because "what overcoming challenges in you see" in a person is not life. The ability to overcome This experience enabled him to think differently, all there is. Uncovering the challenges can build understand intent, and covered helps identify con?idence, increase self- esteem, and provide a sense diagnose dif?icult situations, intent and real objectives. leading to the development Then, he faces challenges of accomplishment. of imaginative solutions for related to process, The Education View February 2024

18. “ 18 Dr Jack provides many Commitment to examples from his real-life Authenticity experiences. He also Dr Jack emphasizes that if his communications and highlights the importance of offering takeaway notes for efforts to help another are the audience. Dr Jack genuine, authentic, and based on his experience, stresses that effective then he believes he has communication is crucial, as the audience must done his best. He asserts that the acceptance or understand the message for rejection of his suggestions it to have an impact. He cautions that what is and insights by others is a said can be in?luenced by matter for them and has no the listener's context and impact on his personal and subjectivity, underscoring professional life. This the signi?icance of perspective re?lects his understanding the commitment to authenticity audience's context to and the recognition that enhance communication. individuals have the Additionally, the provided autonomy to accept or search results contain reject the guidance offered information about to them. overcoming challenges in He believes that lived experience work and audiences and clients accept the transformative qualities or reject a suggestion or of persistence and answer largely driven by resilience. their context and their subjectivity. Just because it's He believes success is the right answer doesn't measured by audience mean it will automatically feedback and further be accepted. Similarly, often speaking requests. wrong answers are Dr Jack's primary future accepted. goal is to keep doing what He was asked to be the he has been doing for many If I know that my keynote speaker at a years – adding value communications and professional retirement wherever he can. funds conference in South To the individuals efforts to help another Africa attended by 1500 aspiring to become motivational speakers or delegates. The audience are genuine, authentic, loved the approach he took keynote presenters, Dr Jack and based on my in his address. As a result, provides the following suggestions: the conference organisers experience, then I paid him four times the • Speak from experience. quoted rate. know I've done my • Use relevant and authentic examples. best. Adding Value to Speeches • Be a storyteller. Dr Jack hopes to make his • Be authentic. audience think differently • Be clear about the about the topic he has been T H E message. asked to speak on in a way that adds value to them.

19. “ Features A Leader Like No Other Dr Jack is known for the following specialties: • Master strategist • Company director • Appointed by the Commonwealth Government as a Mentor under the Boosting Female Founders Initiative 2020–23 • Appointed by Minister to the Veterinary Practitioners Board Hearing Panel • Adjunct Professor (2009-2015) • Taught at several universities • Enhanced operational capability (de?ined, assessed, monitored, repaired) • Undertaken corporate repair (identi?ied "broken" elements of organizations and ?ixed them) • Created the organizational 12 Pivot-Point Decision Hierarchy methodology (Strategic Planning tool) and used it in scores of organizations, including the government • Created the Mission Critical Knowledge Management methodology (de?ined what roles need to know to make robust decisions to deliver their performance objectives, reducing organizational vulnerability to key people) • Delivered strong program, project, and change management outcomes (co-author of a book on change management) • Mentored more than 350 people • Founded Advisory & Mentoring Pte Ltd – registered in Singapore and operating globally, containing over 100 mentors and subject experts • CEO of 500 staff organisation (5+ years), arguably World's Best Practice • Director in Ernst & Young's Management Consulting Practice - 5+ years • National Marketing Manager $100 million Telco operation (Telstra's PABX Division) • Business planner and strategist for Government and Private Corporations • Conducted Prison Review for Attorney General - WA Government • Reviewed Fire Brigade for Minister Emergency Services - WA Government • Restructured Building Management Authority for Housing Minister - WA Gov • Appointed commercial expert by the Victoria Government on the tender evaluation panel • Major change projects for Coles Myer, Alinta, ALH (Fosters), AWB, Jemena, Ok Tedi, Gordon & Gotch, and others • Founder of Rhodium business network • Founder of the VisionCircle Movement • Appointed expert by Commercialisation Australia to assist entrepreneurial companies • Conference Speaker • Author of seven books on diverse topics, including books on Shareholder Value and Change Management • Invitee and participant in the Australian Government's 2020 Ideas Summit The Education View February 2024

22. 22 “ My vision is to educate, inspire, and entertain people by looking after their holistic wellness for themselves, those around them, and their greater community.

23. Features Motivating Minds and Promoting James Holistic Wellness Through Words Carson asking them to write notes of ords have the can happen when one tries Challenges on the Way new things. Speaking to One encounters changes kindness to each other and power to impact W society small groups at his and challenges while read them aloud. starting afresh. Overcoming positively, and that's why previous corporate jobs, he keynote speakers play a now addresses hundreds of these obstacles requires The Prestigious self-assurance, Encouragements crucial role in inspiring, people at conferences, informing, and in?luencing seminars, and awards perseverance, strategic Acknowledgment and honors their audience. As a credible nights with companies planning, and unwavering re?lect the effort one works source of information, they such as Virgin Australia, determination. to accomplish one's goal. set the tone for the event Aspire 4 Life, Eden Health Throughout his journey, James talks about how happy and engage the audience by Retreat, Marsh Pty Ltd, and James overcame numerous he is to have won three more. challenges related to crowd awards so far: the Coach addressing issues that matter to them. Keynote anxiety, presentation skills, Foundation named him one joke delivery, preparation, of the Top Wellness Coaches; speakers also provide Aspiration to Become direction and a sense of Keynote Speaker audience connection, and the APAC Insider Australia energy. The list is endless. Enterprise Awards named unity by offering solutions Achieving success in any to the audience's unresolved endeavor requires clearly But he says they're the most him the Most Empowering signi?icant challenges he has Health and Wellness Content concerns. de?ined goals and James Carson is an aspirations. They act as ever faced, and they've Creator for 2024; and most recently, the Coach excellent actor, model, signs, giving directions and improved him as a speaker. content creator, and keynote meanings to efforts. A James has a mantra: Foundation called him the Most Empowering Health speaker. This inspirational clearly de?ined objective "Embrace, adapt, overcome, persona has experienced serves as a driving force, and learn." According to and Wellness Coaching the most thrilling roller inspiring individuals to him, embrace the moment Provider 2023. They coaster of highs and lows, overcome obstacles and for what it is and adjust to con?irmed his competence by growth, and success-driven maintain the focus on the the situation as best, which his deeds and their effects on determination. Above all, he desired outcome. Setting would also mean being others. wanted his speech to cast a goals helps one feel honest if something doesn't progressive satis?ied and ful?illed work, overcoming the Communication is the Key transformational shadow because they translate moment, and learning from In James' opinion, dreams into actual it for the next time. communication is crucial over society. When James ?irst started accomplishments. because a listener cannot be Strategies to Engage the informed or changed without speaking, his goals were to Accepting a vision for the build his brand, connect future allows individuals to Audience it. One cannot effectively Every keynote speaker has interact with coworkers, with more potential move forward by turning coaching clients, and aspirations into reality via speci?ic techniques through conduct a successful job which they connect with interview, or deliver a enhance his self-esteem. He commitment, tenacity, and fought a lack of con?idence ongoing development. their audience. James uses presentation that has the power to change a career in a in many aspects of his life James aims to educate, many tools to engage the and career and believed that inspire, and entertain audience, such as asking professional setting. It could refer to speaking in front of an people by looking after them to introduce audience would help. their holistic wellness for themselves and share how miscommunication in a Fortunately, it did. He never themselves, those around they feel, sharing engaging romantic relationship, the imagined it would become a them, and their greater and vulnerable stories incapacity to support or even career, but amazing things community. about themselves, and form friendships, or the The Education View February 2024

24. 24 producer worldwide. His goal inability to manage oneself In just one minute and in a social situation. thirty-four seconds, the is to build an entirely self- suf?icient, off-grid house. Therefore, communication speech that had been the is crucial to developing and most nerve-racking making a name for oneself experience of his life Valuable Insights for today. transpired into one of his Aspiring Keynote Speakers best speeches, given his James advises those who want Maintaining Healthy experience level. to work as keynote speakers or Habits motivational speakers: "Just James empowers and There was a moment when get out there! Speak in front of inspires people. By he was talking where he whoever you can get some runs upholding a solid almost said, "Sorry, I can't on the board, practice, and ease foundation of self-care in do this," yet somehow, he your nerves." He suggests his own life, he keeps a mustered up the words to requesting free speech for a positive and inspiring keep going and deliver a family, sports team, or local outlook in his personal and great talk that got a round community. He asks to choose professional lives. Among of applause from everyone. one or three subjects that one the strategies to live a That moment was one of is genuinely passionate about holistic life are morning the catalysts that launched and have, ideally, practical rituals, physical activity, his speaking career. experience with. healthy eating, mental He suggests picking a topic exercises, self-education, Casting an Everlasting on which one could deliver a creative hobbies, and Impact passionate, lightning-fast ful?illing relationships. Following his passion, improv talk if called upon at James aims to provide the the last minute. "Remember The Steppingstone best performances for his that the nervousness you feel Unexpected opportunities audience. His mission is to before speaking is normal; have the power to alter lives elevate the mood of the it's a remnant of an ancient, at times. Sometimes, destiny viewers and make them feel primal instinct to ?it in and decides what is best for an better than before they avoid being the outcast by individual, and things fall walked into his event. He saying or doing the wrong into place. James's journey empowers his audience thing," he advises. He is similar in some ways. A with stories, tools, shows how to reframe the few minutes earlier, before experiences, and anxiety as excitement—as he even knew he wanted to information they can relish if we're eager to speak in be a speaker, he was given and use to build better, front of others. his very ?irst speaking happier, healthier lives for Lastly, he encourages opportunity. themselves and their family. people to be authentic; A group of his former During his speeches, he people want to see and schoolmates were visiting constantly makes his hear the real you. the hospital when he was audience laugh, often at Speakers like James are working in a corporate himself, hoping they will not the only inspiration for capacity there. They were laugh at least once. the aspiring keynote. taken through an Beyond connecting with educational session to warn Dreams and Aspirations thousands of people, them about the risks James is a dynamic keynote speakers also heal souls. associated with being a speaker and a driven, He delivers his message young person, such as drug ambitious person with goals to his audience and alcohol abuse, violence, for both his personal and charmingly and driving, and other professional lives. His goal humorously when dangerous aspects of life. is to raise a content, he speaks on James hesitantly agreed wholesome, and healthy subjects when the facilitator asked family. He also wants to encouraging him to talk to the group work full-time as a well- positive social about his experiences since known actor, speaker, change. graduating high school. model, and content “

25. Features “ James Carson Actor, Model, Content Creator, and Keynote Speaker Laughter is always a winning experience in every talk I do, and I always hope to get them to laugh at least a few times. “

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27. Article Guide to Pursue Keynote S Sp pe ea ak kiin ng g as a Career eynote speaking is right pointers here. The reactions to the same. This impact on the audience an art that primary objective of will not only enhance skills and provide them with an but also pave the way for experience that lasts even K encourages people successful keynote speakers and solves their problems is to connect with their new opportunities after the event. Hence, with logical approaches. audience and bring a providing an experience in mastering a particular crowd management. topic is better rather than They are healers, progressive change in their philosophers and guides lives. They want to promote jumbling between many who leverage the power of social upliftment and try Identify Your Realm other topics. One should stay up to date with the speech to uplift the societal their best to make the world Keynote speakers condition. If one has good a better place to live. experiment, research, and topics. This will not only communication skills and then deliver their content help to incorporate fresh content but also help to critical thinking approaches, Opportunities Boil on a speci?ic topic. It is then one can be an ef?icient Opportunities always advised to ?ind out improve one's knowledge. keynote speaker. This After one is determined to the topic of interest ?irst, Lifetime learning should become a keynote speaker, be the motivation. profession is rewarding in a then explore and holistic way. A successful the next step is to practice experiment at the same. One should be clear about keynote speaker not only and grasp every possible Focus on Content Making earns good but also cures speaking opportunity. For the subject as keynote and its Delivery hearts. example, one can give a speakers are considered as Every person has unique one of the most credible needs, and a Keynote speech at a wedding or Ensuring the Calling guide their juniors. It can sources for their clients or speaker should sense the To pursue this career path, begin with an event at the audiences, they draw a new necessity of the crowd and frame content one must ?ind an of?ice or even at a friendly perspective of life from T H E appropriate answer to the function. The objective is to these thought leaders. accordingly. question, "Why do you want enhance speaking skills, That's why it is crucial to to pursue this career?" develop public speaking live up to that expectation. Money and fame are not the skills and observe people's One must cast a positive The Education View February 2024

28. 28 Tony An Exemplary Keynote Speaker Eades n any given profession, instance, in the 1970s, Tony organisation in Sydney opportunities." He continues, there are extremely few had built a routine to host a called 'Professional "We've asked questions like: What if… we could travel at I people who view their ?ictional radio show through Speakers Australia' that wireless, even if no one was gathered once a month. This the speed of sound - and we job role as a responsibility rather than a task. People listening. But for little Tony, national organisation did. What if… we could one day go to the moon? Been like these serve as models of in his head, it felt like he helped Tony to take his was talking to the entire speaking to new heights as there, done that! What if… passion and success for others. Within the industry world. he learned from other travelling into space could one day become a tourist of keynote speaking, Tony Eventually, he started members and CSPs working at a broadcast (Certi?ied Speaking attraction? Well, we're Eades, Chief Strategy Of?icer and CEO (APAC) of radio and at Myer, a Professionals). Tony was so getting closer every day, with Salted Stone is one such department chain store in drawn to PSA that he joined the ?irst civilian astronauts Australia. There, he worked the Board and was elected already completing their celebrated ?igure driven by his talent and passion, as an in-store announcer by National President in 2020. ?irst mission." nurturing the responsibility day and club DJ by night. As Tony believes that asking he embarked on a career in A Gist to Reimagining the the right questions is always of fostering constructive change. marketing, setting up the Industry the ?irst step towards Tony's unique thought ?irst of his ?ive agencies, Tony's mission is to help creating the best answers Tony began hosting business owners, as well as and outcomes. process and approach have made him one of Australia's workshops and presenting sales and marketing He also believes that well-known keynote at small business events. professionals, demystify the everyone has a story to tell One of those digital landscape. Tony is and that each of us has a speakers. He likes to incorporate humor into his organisations was the passionate about promoting business within of us. His speech whenever possible, Sydney Hills Business his vision and approach of ?irst book, "How to Start a Chamber, where he served 'strategy ?irst, technology Business in Two Weeks," but he perceives the ideal timing depending on the as a chairman for three next.' Through his keynotes was published in 2023. He crowd and their responses. years. The role had Tony and workshops, he aims to is also working on a Such attention to detail and delivering a speech to teach the art of using televised TV series titled subtle adoption of advanced members at two monthly strategy to solve problems "Business Rescue." and look for opportunities techniques give him a events, breakfast meetings competitive edge. and After Fives, which of growth. Overcoming Challenges helped him hone his Tony says, "Innovation with Tenacity starts with two simple yet A Call of Purpose speaking skills and learn As a business re-thinker, Tony always had a knack for how to engage an audience. powerful words: 'What if…?' Tony's content has to be up- presenting and speaking. However, the signi?icant These are the same two to-date and relevant. He words that people have used From an early age, he found shift in Tony's speaking understands the need to ways to speak through occurred when his wife for thousands of years to constantly introduce new various channels. For introduced him to an explore new and exciting technologies or business

29. Features trends, like AI in his approach. This means he had to customize his keynote with the latest content as well as tailor it to the audience. Amidst incorporating all the unique techniques, Tony underlines the importance of having a backup plan. Recently, he encountered an unsuitable situation while delivering a keynote speech. Even after a successful rehearsal, Tony found himself still on stage when the opening song he had planned to play fell silent. This hindered his presentation for the next few slides, as it was tied to the song. Tony Eades Chief Strategy Officer and CEO (APAC), Salted Stone As a keynote speaker, I hope to impact the audience with the relevance of my message by changing the way they think or, indeed, re-think a challenge or a situation. The Education View February 2024

30. 30 Tony believes in honesty, his speaking career. pull you up and help you Merely teaching an and hence, he started his He has also won strive for greatness," Tony audience is not enough; intro by acknowledging the numerous business shares. Tony is inspired to motivate situation to his audience accolades that mark his He also emphasizes the and persuade an audience and simultaneously asking eminence and expertise, need for communication in to make positive changes. the AV to start from the including Telstra Business all spheres of life, including beginning. This time, it Awards, HubSpot Agency the personal and Making Every Second professional. For the 32 worked with slight auditory Partner of the Year, and Count issues, but Tony had saved Business Chamber of the years that Tony and his wife Tony joined Saxtons the day with his presence of Year. have been married, Speakers Bureau towards communication has been an mind. the end of last year, and he Recalling the moment, An Encouraging Mind integral part of their expects that the new Tony says, "Often, Tonyis a glass-half-full kind relationship. Professionally, management will lead to an technology will let you down, of guy. He always looks for he believes that everyone increase in speaking so I've found having a the upside in any situation, must learn the art of clear engagements for him all backup (notes of your and in the event that communication since there year long. presentation, etc.) can really something doesn't work is nothing more satisfying He has previously spoken help if you need to go out, he picks himself up, than exiting the stage after in Australia, Singapore, analog." moves on, and keeps his facing nerves and feeling North America, and Canada, eyes on the future. Every empowered and pleased to and he hopes to expand his Feathers in the Cap time he gives a keynote have just engaged an reach to more countries, Following becoming a speech, he likes to charge audience and shared a with the eventual goal of member of Professional the stage with enthusiasm unique message with them. speaking in his home Speakers Australia, Tony in the hopes that his country of the United sought and was granted his message will be heard and Leaving Indelible Mark Kingdom. CSP, or Certi?ied Speaking inspire others to take Behind Tony has also worked Professional, an action. As a keynote speaker, Tony with coaches like Troy and international credential. "It is too easy in the world aims to connect the Zara, who supported him in When he got this award at we live in today to ?ind and audience with the relevancy developing his current the PSA's National focus on the negatives. Look of his message by keynote and joining a peer Convention in 2019, it for the positives in yourself, in?luencing the way they organization such as Toast marked a turning point in in others, and in our world to think about a problem or Masters or Professional circumstance. Instead of Speakers Australia. stagnant thinking, he As he concludes, Tony believes that creative offers his advice to the thinking is the key to upcoming speakers, "Believe addressing some of the in yourself and the unique world's most pressing value of your message – problems. Innovation people really want to, and begins with strategic need to, hear your story. Just rethinking, and he quotes M get started, and before you Williamson by saying, "Our know it, you'll be invited to greatest power to change the speak and share your I like to use humour world... is to rethink it." message with others so you, whenever I can, baked into When Tony examines his too, can make an impact in audience's faces and notices the world. As Steve Jobs said my keynote but also live as some taking notes or others in one of my favourite I see the opportunity photographing his slides, he quotes: 'We're here to put a knows his message has dent in the universe. based on the audience and been conveyed effectively. Otherwise, why else even be T H E their responses. To him, success is assessed here?'" when he hears about how his session inspired action.

31. Features Believe in yourself and the unique value of your message, people really want to, and need to, hear your story. The Education View February 2024

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33. Article How Keynote S Sp pe ea ak ke er rs s Motivate Audiences ords are so information and can set the powerful that tone for the event, making it W they can make or more engaging and thought- break society. That's the provoking. By addressing reason why keynote issues that matter to the speakers play such a huge audience, keynote speakers role in inspiring, informing, succeed in captivating their and in?luencing the listeners and leaving a audience. They are permanent impression on considered one of the most their minds. credible sources of The Education View February 2024

34. Step-by-Step Guide 34 people to act, and keep the In addition to this, relatable sketches, real-life are relevant and applicable keynote speakers also stories, and lighten the to their clients. momentum going can have provide direction and a mood with jokes. Their guidance is always a lasting impact on everyone in the room. In sense of unity by offering Instantly one feels like useful and assists their solutions to the audience's they are in the situation clients in achieving their short, having the right unresolved concerns. together, bonded over a desired outcomes. They are keynote speaker can make all the difference. They are good listeners and shared journey. It makes the committed to ensuring their message stick. It's so clients are not left to So, the next time while problem solvers, who help their audience by impactful that their words navigate the complexities of preparing for an event, don't forget to invite connecting with their are remembered long after a problem alone but rather the event is over. And this receive support and keynote speakers. Keep in issues. This not only boosts their con?idence but also makes them more direction towards achieving mind the bene?its of inviting a great keynote speaker and instils a sense of hope and memorable. their ambitions. optimism in them. After having a session of the part they play in All in all, keynote Sharing Expertise and their magni?icent show enhancing the charm of speakers are the backbone Insights people feel the desire to act your event. This will not of any event. Their words These intelligent orators are on their goals and start only enhance the event but can inspire change, spark a great storytellers. Immense fresh. They feel a sense of also help the attendees. revolution, and bring people efforts and years are spent purpose and develop a new People have so many together, making the world by these professionals doing perspective. These speakers pains and sufferings, which a better place. research, enhancing their make the audience feel like needs to be treated with insights, and obtaining they are on the earth to care and empathy. Mental Igniting the Inspiration valuable experience. When conquer the world—one health is a major part of a happy life. A happy mind is Sometimes a push is they ultimately perform on step at a time. a productive mind that essential to light up the the stage to share their passion to achieve the goals, know-how, they're Maintaining the Moment leads to a successful personal and professional that's where keynote equipped with numerous Keynote speakers manage life. Keynote speakers help speakers come to the strategies, tools, and to cast an impactful effect rescue! These professionals insights that the audience on their audiences. It is an people ?ight their battles and win over their fears. remarkably deliver personal can bene?it from and learn. experience of a live time Their guidance might stories, convey powerful These could be industry and stays with the messages, and motivate trends, innovative audiences even after the change someone's vision or solve someone's issues. So, individuals to raise their approaches, or practical event is over as these its always encouraged to limits. They narrate these success tips that will leave experts know how to examples of success, you with new ideas and maintain the moment. Their attend these events and ?ill T H E mind with good content. resilience, and innovation to actionable steps. message is conveyed to the their audience in the audience through their comfort of their seats. It is Inspiring Deeds effective communication good to attend these shows Keynote speakers are skills and insightful vision. as they refresh one's mind experts in their respective The audiences bene?it a lot and motivate to start fresh. ?ields who possess the from their guidance and knowledge and experience motivation. to identify the underlying Establishing the Keynote speakers play a Connection causes of a problem. They vital role in making an event Great keynote speakers analyze the situation successful and in?luential. thoroughly and provide connect with their audience They have the power to on an emotional level. They their audience with transform a passive get personal and extract actionable advice that is audience into action-driven facts to know their tailored to their speci?ic individuals. Their ability to audience's experiences. needs. They don't offer inspire, share knowledge, They establish an generic information but build emotional instead offer insights that immediate bond through connections, motivate The Education View February 2024