Speaking
Jen speaks at a wide range of events — from community gatherings and schools to professional workshops and lunchtime sessions. This page offers a broad overview of her speaking work and how it can be tailored to suit different audiences and settings.
For conference keynotes, corporate events, and speaker-specific details like media kits and reels, visit her dedicated speaker site: jenwillisspeaker.com.au
Welcome to a journey of inspiration and transformation •
Welcome to a journey of inspiration and transformation •
Inspiration and transformation await
With over two decades of experience in leadership, motivational speaking, and education, Jen captivates her audience with a blend of adventure, inspiration, and actionable wisdom. Her talks are catalysts for self-discovery, resilience, and inner transformation.
Whether you're a corporate leader looking to cultivate a mindful, innovative team, a school principal aiming to inspire resilience and courage, or an organisation seeking personal growth for its members, Jen provides profound insights and practical strategies tailored to your needs.
Developing an Adventure Mindset
Rooted in the adventure mindset, Jen’s approach encourages audiences to embrace challenges and see every experience as an opportunity for growth.
Jen draws on her extensive professional work, education, and personal adventures to ignite the desire in others to achieve greatness, reach their goals, and bring their dreams to life. Her blend of grit, resilience, self-exploration, and purpose connects with people of all ages and walks of life.
Looking for a speaker who leaves a lasting impression? Let Jen inspire your audience to greatness through the adventure mindset.
How you can engage Jen
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Keynote, emcee, conference and event speaking
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Group facilitation and workshops
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Professional and personal coaching
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Online webinars
Meet Jen as a speaker
Drawing on a unique blend of positive psychology, diverse professional experiences, and the insights gained from Jen’s rich and unique personal life, these talks are designed to meet the needs of any audience. They bring the science of human flourishing to life, fostering curiosity, resilience, and a sense of personal empowerment.
Each presentation is infused with the adventure mindset, ensuring sessions are dynamic, engaging, and transformative, leaving your audience with practical strategies to navigate their personal and professional journeys. With a touch of humour and some unexpected twists, these talks will keep your audience engaged and entertained.
There are two engaging presentation options to choose from:
Choose Your Own Adventure or Jen’s Signature presentations.
Signature talks
Choose from one of several expertly crafted presentations, each designed to captivate and inspire through engaging storytelling, deep insights, and real-world examples. Themes and topics include:
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Diversity and inclusion signature talk
Title: The Hero Within: Revealing the Strengths in Hidden Journeys
Theme: Embracing Diversity for True Inclusivity
What if we looked at diversity and inclusion through a different lens, one that sees beyond the obvious differences like race, gender, and physical disabilities? Real inclusivity embraces the hidden challenges of chronic illnesses and mental health conditions. With the right approach, these unseen struggles can become remarkable strengths.
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In this inspiring session, Jen takes you through her journey with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), an invisible condition that has greatly influenced her path. By cultivating an adventure mindset — defined by resilience, curiosity, and adaptability — Jen has converted her hidden challenges into formidable strengths. She will provide strategies to help audiences uncover and utilise unseen potential, promoting a more inclusive and vibrant environment.
Key Takeaways
— Recognising Hidden Challenges: Learn to acknowledge and support the invisible struggles within your team, fostering an environment where all challenges are seen and valued.
— Adopting the Adventure Mindset: Discover how resilience, curiosity, and adaptability can transform personal and professional challenges into opportunities for growth and success.
— Unleashing Hidden Potential: Identify and nurture the unseen strengths in yourself and others, enhancing overall performance and driving innovation through diverse experiences.
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Workplace signature talk
Title: Don't Fear the Fall
Theme: Elevating Professional Wellbeing and Workplace Thriving
Embark on a journey that equips you with innovative strategies to maintain and enhance wellbeing in the professional realm. Embrace a mindset that fosters resilience, growth, and thriving in the face of challenges. Prepare to navigate life's inevitable ups and downs with confidence and strength.
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Jen invites professionals to explore "Don't Fear the Fall," a transformative talk that blends positive psychology with Buddhist practices to enhance workplace wellbeing. This talk helps individuals and teams build a foundation of mental and emotional strength, enabling them to thrive even in challenging times. Jen shares engaging stories, practical insights, and interactive moments that reveal how to maintain wellbeing and resilience in a professional setting.
Drawing from her extensive background in positive psychology and experiential learning, Jen provides a unique approach to wellbeing that is both practical and inspirational. Her insights are shaped by years of experience and deep understanding of how to cultivate a thriving workplace environment.
This presentation is ideal for organisations seeking to enhance their employees' wellbeing and build a culture of resilience and growth.
Key Takeaways
— Recognising Struggling Signs: Learn to identify early indicators of declining wellbeing in yourself and your team and address them proactively.
— Adopting the Adventure Mindset: Discover how curiosity, adaptability, and a growth-oriented mindset can turn professional challenges into opportunities for thriving.
— Cultivating Resilient Practices: Gain practical tools and strategies to build mental and emotional fortitude, ensuring you and your team can thrive amidst challenges.
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Leadership signature talk
Title: Embracing Adventurous Leadership
Theme: Empowering Professionals through Adventurous Leadership
Embark on a transformative adventure that unveils innovative strategies to revolutionise leadership styles. Embrace an adventurous mindset to ignite innovation, build resilience, and drive dynamic growth within your teams and organisation. Prepare to lead with boldness and creativity.
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Jen invites professionals to explore "Embracing Adventurous Leadership," a transformative talk that blends positive psychology with an adventurous mindset to empower leaders. This talk helps leaders cultivate a dynamic and proactive approach, enabling them to inspire their teams, navigate challenges, and achieve extraordinary results. Jen shares engaging stories, practical insights, and interactive moments that reveal how to lead with courage, creativity, and resilience.
Her extensive background in positive psychology and experiential learning, combined with her personal journey through significant life challenges, including her MS diagnosis and mountaineering experiences, shapes her unique approach to leadership. With years of leadership experience in various roles, Jen equips leaders with practical tools to foster an environment of innovation and adaptability.
Key Takeaways
— Embracing Courage and Risk-Taking: Learn to lead with confidence by embracing calculated risks and viewing challenges as adventures that foster growth and innovation.
— Cultivating Creativity and Exploration: Foster a culture of curiosity and exploration within your team. Encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving by promoting novel ideas and creative solutions.
— Building Resilient and Adaptable Teams: Develop strategies to build resilience and adaptability in your team. Learn to navigate change effectively and support your team in overcoming obstacles and achieving their goals.
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Motivational signature talk
Talk Title: If She Can Do It
Theme: Journey from Ordinary to Extraordinary: Cultivating the Adventure Mindset
Immerse your audience in a world of adventure with "If She Can Do It." Jen leads through exciting stories of outdoor expeditions, mountain climbs, international adventures, and some very out-of-the-ordinary workplaces, demonstrating that anyone can achieve extraordinary feats by simply deciding to try.
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Filled with vivid images and engaging anecdotes, Jen's experiences — including her climb of Mount Everest while living with Multiple Sclerosis — serve as powerful examples of courage and determination. This talk is designed to inspire boldness, encourage taking on new challenges, and promote the adventurous spirit in both personal and professional realms.
Key Takeaways
— Embracing the Ordinary: Discover how an everyday individual can achieve extraordinary feats by simply making the decision to try.
— Courage in Adventure: Learn the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing new challenges, no matter how daunting they may seem.
— Inspiring Boldness: Be motivated to take on your own adventures, whether big or small, and understand the power of persistence and determination.
— Overcoming Limitations: Understand how Jen confronted and overcame the limitations imposed by MS to pursue her dream of climbing Everest.
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Personal growth and empowerment signature talk
Title: Embracing Intervals of Possibility to Bring Your Dreams to Life
Theme: Personal Growth and Empowerment through an Adventure Mindset
Experience a powerful presentation that equips individuals to harness the transformative potential of life's pivotal moments, turning them into exciting pathways for personal empowerment and exceptional growth. Discover how to unlock your inner strength and seize new opportunities.
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Jen leads an enlightening journey in "Embracing Intervals of Possibility" blending positive psychology with an adventurous mindset to help individuals navigate life's pivotal moments. This talk is designed to cultivate a strong mind, maintain a light heart, and ignite a sense of excitement for what lies ahead.
Jen shares compelling anecdotes, practical tips, and experiential moments that illuminate the path to living a life filled with purpose and joy. Her journey through significant life challenges, including her MS diagnosis and mountaineering experiences, informs her unique perspective on embracing authenticity and vulnerability as sources of strength. Jen provides practical tools to reconnect with clarity and purpose, inspiring individuals to move forward with confidence and enthusiasm.
Key Takeaways
— Cultivating an Adventure Mindset: Learn to see challenges as opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery. Embrace change to unlock empowerment and new possibilities.
— Shining a Light on What Energises You: Discover what truly energises you. Connect with your core values and passions to find purpose and direction.
— Embracing Intervals of Possibility: Recognise and make the most of pivotal moments. Overcome limiting beliefs and use your inner strength to bring your dreams to life.
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Schools signature talk
Title: Becoming Your Own Hero
Theme: Inspiring Students to Embrace Adventurous Thinking
An uplifting and engaging talk that guides students to transform everyday challenges into opportunities for exploration, leading to profound self-discovery and limitless personal growth. Get ready to inspire the next generation to think boldly and dream big.
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Jen takes students on an inspiring journey in "Becoming Your Own Hero," sharing her powerful story of overcoming school bullying and social anxiety to find her voice and pursue her dreams. Her journey includes dropping out of school, returning to education, facing an MS diagnosis, and daring to climb Mount Everest. This talk empowers students to discover their potential, overcome obstacles, and take steps toward their dreams by cultivating an adventurous mindset. Jen’s unique ability to connect with students leaves a lasting impact, encouraging them to step boldly into their futures with a sense of purpose and adventure.
Key Takeaways
— Navigating Your Journey: Embrace your unique strengths and talents. Turn challenges into opportunities for personal development and courageously express your true self.
— Adventurous Thinking: View obstacles as chances to unleash creativity. Transform setbacks into lessons that build resilience and adaptability.
— Dreaming Big: Feel empowered to dream boldly and pursue passions with confidence and hope. Step into the world ready to make your mark and live extraordinary lives.
‘Choose your own adventure’
Tailor a bespoke experience by selecting from meaningful topics to create a presentation that perfectly fits your audience's needs.
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Curiosity, exploration, and innovation
What if curiosity could be your greatest tool for success? By embracing curiosity and exploration, individuals unlock creativity and innovative thinking. Engaging in new activities and stepping outside comfort zones stimulates the brain, fostering excitement and transformative thinking. Learn how to cultivate a mindset that welcomes new experiences and drives groundbreaking ideas.
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Resilience and adaptive agility
Can resilience be the key to thriving in any situation? Discover how to turn challenges into growth opportunities by developing adaptive agility. This topic provides practical tools and inspiring stories that demonstrate how to view setbacks as chances for personal and professional development, enhancing the ability to navigate and thrive in changing environments.
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Positive mindset and emotional well-being
How can a positive mindset reshape your reality? Understand the profound impact thoughts have on perceptions and emotional well-being. This topic explores techniques to challenge limiting beliefs and foster a positive outlook, leading to a life in clear alignment with personal goals and aspirations. Embrace strategies that enhance emotional regulation and overall happiness.
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Courage, risk-taking, and adaptability
What does it take to be truly courageous in today’s world? Examine the crucial role of psychological courage in driving personal and professional growth. This topic highlights strategies for embracing risks and navigating change effectively, empowering individuals to face fears and seize opportunities for innovation and development.
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Mindfulness, self-awareness, and reflection
How can mindfulness transform your approach to life? Discover the benefits of mindfulness and self-awareness practices, which enhance attentional control and emotional intelligence. Regular introspection fosters deeper self-understanding, leading to greater fulfilment and effectiveness in all aspects of life. Learn how to cultivate a balanced and fulfilling life through mindfulness and reflection
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Empathy, connection, and team building
How do strong relationships create thriving workplaces? Explore the importance of empathy and connection in building high-performing teams. This topic offers strategies to enhance trust, collaboration, and inclusivity, creating an environment where everyone can contribute to collective success. Discover how fostering strong interpersonal relationships can lead to a more dynamic and supportive workplace.
Why Jen’s topics matter
Grounded in the science of positive psychology, these topics are designed to enhance the key factors that allow individuals and organisations to thrive. By addressing elements such as curiosity, resilience, positivity, courage, mindfulness, and empathy, these topics provide innovative insights and practical strategies for fostering well-being and flourishing in every area of life.
Why Jen’s topics will inspire audiences
Drawing from extensive experience in overcoming challenges and a deep background in positive psychology, these topics resonate deeply with diverse audiences. Real-life insights from a rich professional background, global adventures, and formidable mountain climbing experiences inspire action, growth, and positive change. They demonstrate how to thrive personally and professionally through the adventure mindset.
Bespoke to your audience and their needs
Whether the goal is to inspire, engage, educate, or uplift, these topics can be customised for various settings, including large events, workplaces, schools, and small team meetings. Selecting topics that align best with specific goals or combining multiple themes creates a presentation that addresses audience needs and drives them to thrive through the adventure mindset.
Ready to contact Jen to inspire your audience with talks that combine real-world experiences, deep insights, and actionable wisdom?
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