Speaking
Talks on the real mechanics of work.
21 years inside Human Capital, advising leaders and decoding what actually determines whose careers move. I speak to companies, conferences, and ERGs on workplace power, communication, and career strategy — practical content, no clichés.
Enquire About a TalkWho I've spoken to
- Fortune 500 leadership teams
- HR & People conferences
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Executive offsites & retreats
- L&D and manager training programs
Signature talks
Topics I cover.
The Unwritten Rules of Work
Why talented people get overlooked, and the hidden mechanics of how organizations actually decide who rises. A grounded, jargon-free look at workplace power.
Communicating Under Pressure
How to speak with clarity and authority in the moments that matter — performance reviews, escalations, layoffs, and the meetings you didn't prepare for.
Visibility Without Self-Promotion
A practical framework for being seen and valued by leadership — without performing, posturing, or playing politics in ways that feel inauthentic.
Career Identity After a Layoff
For HR leaders running outplacement and for groups of impacted employees — how to protect dignity, identity, and momentum during involuntary transitions.
Difficult Conversations at Work
The conversations most managers and ICs avoid — pay, expectations, boundaries, and feedback that lands. Frameworks people can use the next day.
Designing a Career That Survives Change
Building a career strategy resilient to layoffs, restructures, and industry shifts. For mid-career professionals navigating an uncertain decade.
Formats
How we can work together.
Keynote
45–60 min keynote for conferences, leadership offsites, and ERG events.
Workshop
90 min – half day interactive session for teams of 15–150.
Fireside chat / panel
Moderated conversations and panels on workplace, career, and HR themes.
Internal company session
Tailored sessions for L&D programs, manager training, or all-hands.
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