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Looking for a thought-provoking and practical talk that sparks change in how you work?
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I am a speaker and facilitator who helps professionals and organisations rethink their approach to careers, leadership, and meaning at work.
My sessions bring together lived experience, research and insight, to shift mindsets and unlock real, sustainable change.
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With a warm, grounded style and a deep understanding of how work actually feels for people, my talks resonate across sectors and seniority levels.
So, whether you're leading an all-company offsite, investing in your leadership pipeline, or looking for a conference speaker, I offer a fresh, practical take on the work challenges many people are quietly wrestling with. ​​
Why organisations work with me:
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Evidence-based and experience-led, grounded in real organisational insight
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Customised sessions: tailored to your people, sector and context
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Equally engaging for execs and early-career professionals
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Participative space for your people to think, reflect and share their insights
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Blend of strategic thinking and practical tools​​
Testimonial from an event organiser
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(200 participants)
“I’d like to say a big thank you for your part in making APM’s Women in Project Management conference such a success....
What I saw were some very engaged, interested delegates!
Your delivery was excellent and everything was presented really clearly. The tools you provided were also really helpful and exactly what the audience would find valuable.
I really appreciate you preparing for this with such thoroughness and attention to detail.
You did an excellent job and were a pleasure to work with – thank you!”
Example keynote topics
1) Craft the work you want (without changing your job)
Not everyone needs a new job. Many simply need a new approach to their existing one. This session helps people redesign their work day-to-day, increasing autonomy, alignment and motivation without the hassle of changing job or organisation.
​ - For teams and individuals navigating change, or where burnout is becoming a risk.
2) Unlocking your hidden superpowers
Focusing on weaknesses drains our energy. Instead, this strengths-based session helps individuals uncover overlooked capabilities and explores how to work more effectively by leaning into what you do best.
- For performance development, inclusion and team-building programmes.
3) Making work meaningful: A leadership imperative
Meaning isn’t a luxury. It’s actually a primary driver of performance, retention and wellbeing. This session equips leaders with practical ways to foster meaning and connection at work, without relying on slogans, mouse mats or superficial perks.
- For senior leaders, HR teams and culture-focused initiatives.
4) Why the middle of your career feels so hard
Mid-career professionals are often overlooked, but they’re crucial to your organisation’s success. This talk explores the challenges of the “messy middle” and offers strategies for growth, clarity, and renewed purpose.
- For talent development, leadership pathways and high-potential mid-career staff.
5) From career crisis to career reboot
A relatable and constructive talk for anyone questioning their current path. Jess offers a new lens on career “crises” (which present in different ways) and shows how they can be the starting point for more purposeful, energising work.
- For organisations focused on retention, resilience, and employee engagement.
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