Government Testimonials & Reviews

Michelle Bowden has worked with Government departments, agencies and statutory authorities for more than 27 years. These reviews and testimonials highlight the impact of her presentation skills training.

These testimonials are from a selection of Michelle Bowden’s clients in the Government sector spanning 1999 to today. They include feedback from leaders, executives, subject matter experts and teams who have attended Michelle’s presentation skills training. Enjoy!

“I loved the 4MAT framework, the fast-paced nature of the training and the constant reinforcement throughout the four sessions. I'll definitely use the 4MAT structure to ensure I am covering all the important aspects of presentations or at least making conscious choices where I can't do it all. I'll also be more thoughtful about the slides I use and think about how they reinforce the message I am trying to convey. I also look forward to taking 3rd position and using the right language to captivate and inspire my audience. Thank you so much!"

Darren Miller

Chief Executive Officer, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

“Michelle’s energy is awesome! I loved putting the techniques into immediate practise. It was a safe and encouraging place to learn. I will use all of it!”

Julie-Ann McCallum

Defence Force Recruitment/ADECCO

“I loved that the course is jam-packed with valuable tools. Michelle is both approachable and eccentric while still commanding respect. I’ve never met someone who balances warmth and competence so well.”

Cleo Fahrner

Senior Analyst

“I loved that the masterclass was energetic – colourful movement, mixed activity, and kept our interest. It was practical – workbook, templates give us something to work from tomorrow. I loved the nuggets/tips – lots of little tips and advice throughout. Very useful.”

Shannon Dixon

Senior Advisor Sport, eSafety Commission

“Life changing is not an overstatement. I feel like these techniques are applicable in so many situations. After feeling lost presenting with no training, I now feel very equipped and excited to try on these techniques. I will use the Storyboarding structure to start presentations and the overall Persuasion Blueprint to structure even just difficult conversations.”

Alex Motbey

Manager, ARENA

“I found countless actionable frameworks, tools, tips, and tricks that I can apply, practice, and work on going forward. I loved feeling like I understand the process, considerations and actions that make up a presentation that can draw others in and change minds. I will use everything – 4Mat, 13 steps, WIIFM, POO, 5 steps, Storyboarding, and framing.”

Jesse Daughtry

Knowledge Sharing Officer, ARENA

“I loved the strategies and framework taught; the linguistic skills and the stage movement. All of these techniques have made the art of presenting seem so much clearer and valuable. What an amazing course! Thank you so much Michelle – in two days you have transformed me from a nervous, inexperienced presenter to someone who is so much more confident and capable in my abilities.”

Karina Braithwaite

HR Officer, Delta Electricity

“Michelle, you are amazing, so funny, engaging and entertaining. I loved the application throughout the two days, the use of colour. We learnt practical techniques that we could apply that same day – brilliant!”

Lara Borges

Head of Health Services, Defence Force Recruitment/ADECCO

"I loved that the masterclass was interactive, practical, and Michelle created a safe place to practice. Michelle was warm, empathetic, and patient. She also demonstrated all the techniques we learnt, which really reinforced the messages. I’ll refer to the materials over the weekend to revisit some of the key concepts. I’ll start practicing many of the techniques: 5 Step Analysis, extending myself, gestures."

Shruti Sudhakaran

Manager – Business Development and Transactions, ARENA

“The day was extraordinary – thank you again!”

Eduardo Carvallo Carrera

Senior Marketing and Social Media Project Officer Training Services NSW- Education Skills Reform Division, NSW Department of Education

“I loved there was lots of opportunity to continually apply the learning. Michelle is so charismatic and engaging. She creates a beautiful, warm, and inclusive environment where you feel safe to try. I will use all of it - in particular the Persuasion Blueprint!”

Amy Davidson

People Strategy and Culture Lead, Defence Force Recruitment/ADECCO

“An influential and inspiring programme! The masterclass provided practical tips to improve every aspect of my persuasive communication skills. I loved the facilitator. Michelle, you nailed it! This is a full package! I will use everything possible!”

Jayanthi Thennakoon

Director (Gas Sales Team) – Gas Markets Branch, ACCC

“Wow, what an amazing two days Michelle, everyone who gets the opportunity to spend time with Michelle in any format must embrace the life changing opportunity! I loved the tools, techniques, and 13 steps. I will use all of it. Let’s do the online masterclass!”

Mark Carter

Health Safety and Wellbeing Manager, Forensicare

“I loved that the masterclass was engaging, informative and Michelle was a delight! I genuinely felt there were many takeaways I will be using in my day to day life. The Storyboarding, WIIFM, and rapport were all tools I found particularly applicable to everyday life."

Michaela Long

Marketing and Communications Manager, Pacific Trade Invest

“I loved Michelle! I loved the Storyboarding, 4Mat, and icebreaker and will use them."

Caleb Jarvis

Trade Commissioner, Pacific Trade Invest

"The masterclass was a breakthrough lesson packed with all the right information required for anyone to take their presentation skills many many notches above. The strategies, techniques and the practical demonstration Michelle gave us is going to prove to be very, very valuable in my career at WCC. I will use the Persuasion Blueprint, extending the self, and 1st position, 2nd position. Very grateful to Wyndham City Council’s Cultural Venues Leadership Team for this amazing opportunity and for nominating me for this course. Upwards and Onwards!”

Rabia Hashir

Systems and Innovations Officer - Arts, Events and Cultural Venues, Wyndham City Council

“I loved the energy, feeling excited about presenting. All different personalities can be persuasive. The Persuasion Blueprint is a game changer. Learning different techniques to overcome nerves. Everyone should participate in this course.”

Tara Pinsker

Assistant Director, NIAA

“Thank you again for such a fun and inspiring masterclass!!!!! I was literally buzzing when I left tonight. I loved the energy, the opportunity for peer interaction, safe spaces to try all the applications, humour, generously shared expertise, and extra tips x 1 million! OMG! I will use everything! I don’t intend to waste a thing!”

Sarah Gilbert

Organisational Trainer, Tamworth Regional Council

“I loved the very transferable template for work presentations going forward. Pace was quick and there was an enormous amount of learning in 2 days. I loved the opportunity to receive constructive feedback. I will re-look all presentations going forward.”

Kellie Britnell

Manager – Awareness and Capability, eSafety Commissioner

“I loved Michelle’s energy, enthusiasm and passion. I loved having a formula/framework/ blueprint to use in multiple scenarios. Incredible resources. It changed the way I structure my interactions. I will use the Persuasion Blueprint and the linguistics (super fascinating).”

Sameera Tadikonda

Knowledge Sharing Officer, ARENA

"I loved the energy. It was clear that it was well thought and structured with purpose. I will think about when and why to use the techniques to increase my skill set.”

Justin Martyn

Director, ACCC

Thank you for the wonderful Masterclass. I truly appreciated the engaging delivery, insightful feedback, and the practical tools you shared throughout the course. The frameworks and techniques you introduced are not only valuable for presentations but will also serve as learning tools for life. I’m grateful for the time, energy, and expertise you brought to the sessions, and I look forward to applying these skills in my work.

Nimit Rawal

Chief Information Officer, ARENA

"I loved the passion and interaction from Michelle. She is very genuine. I enjoyed how much was packed into the 2-days and how much we were pushed. I respect and enjoy the opportunity to be challenged and appreciate the effectiveness of this relative to the course. I will use the 4Mat method, POO, Storyboarding, and Persuasion Blueprint. Thank you for an amazing 2-days. Feeling very inspired!”

Billie Leeds

Project Administration Officer, Wyndham City Council

“Michelle took us through high volumes of content, but it was never rushed or overwhelming. The material is designed to be memorable and in a style that is so warm and open-hearted.”

Nic Dorward

General Manager, Government and Internal Relations, ARENA

“I loved that the masterclass provided real world application and assistance. Good energy. I will apply the techniques in future presentations.”

Kelvin Koay

Head of Finance, Defence Force Recruitment/ADECCO

“I loved the passion, the clarity of the message, the great models to work with (13 steps) and the good size (10 participants). A great opportunity to learn in a collaborative environment.” , Chief Audit and Risk Executive, Sydney Motorway Corporation

Darren Gustard

Head of Finance, Defence Force Recruitment/ADECCO

“I loved the interactivity, opportunities to practice, resources, small group size, energy and engagement from Michelle - as well as her offer to stay in touch for further help if needed.”

Natalie Plumridge

Executive Director (Acting), ACCC

"Very engaging and practical. I will use the thorough processes underlying the techniques. Definitely will impart to my team."

Liam Barry

Executive Director Redevelopment & Asset Management, Forensicare

“It was upbeat - Michelle was positive, enthusiastic, and held my attention fully. Going over key concepts several times in different ways really helped with retention and recall. What will I use? I’ll think about purpose and audience and what I'm trying to achieve well before any scripting or slides. I’ll practice out loud more. And I will generally think more about how I can cater to my audience better. Thank you so much Michelle!"

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Katherine O'Callaghan

Director, Knowledge Sharing, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

“The masterclass was extremely informative, clear and I learnt a large list of techniques and skills. The Persuasion Blueprint is amazing and gives such a structured approach and an easy to follow approach too. I will use the Persuasion Blueprint 110% and try to think more from 2nd position as opposed to 1st."

Laura Suchanek

Continuous Improvement Officer, Wyndham City Council

“Michelle, trained us in Optus on how to prepare, and action presentations, but it was much more than that. She showed us how to be confident in our delivery, tips on making an effective presentation that delivers your views and points, clearly and directly, while enjoying the moment. I recommend her highly, she was very bright, fun, and her classes were very enjoyable and educational. She is very creative, confident and knowledgeable in her area.”

Jason Abraham

Senior Project Manager, Department of Justice NSW

“Michelle's presentation skills course is an excellent opportunity for those interested in furthering their ability to present effectively to different audiences, the course is enjoyable and easy to follow, with plenty of practical tips to take your presenting skills to the next level.”

Helen Thurley

Systems and Reporting Team Leader, Australian Trade Commission

“I loved Michelle, her expertise, the opportunities for pushing the skills into practice and the format being logical and simple to implement.”

Chrissy Flanagan

Senior Manager, Engagement and Partnerships, Greater Sydney Commission

“This program has value far beyond presentation skills. It will help with inter-personal skills, report writing and negotiations. I loved the preparation processes that simplified the preparation, the psychological analysis and technique use. It was presented with enthusiasm and well structured.”

Peter Cunningham

Essential Energy

“Thank you Michelle. This was a great investment of my time. I’ve walked away with a whole new bag of tips and tricks and look forward to implementing these in the future. Thank you for sharing your ideas with such energy and obvious passion – very inspiring! I loved that this program challenged traditional ‘presentation skills’ and gave such clear and dynamic steps to follow; from the current state to desired state, the 4Mat and Storyboarding with post its. I enjoyed pace, pace, pace, lead; statements of rapport, WIIFM, POO and framing. I also liked the structured set up for ice-breakers. It was great to be a participant today, thank you!”

Megan Skillicorn

AUSTRADE

“I loved that it was real … Michelle has so much love for what is being delivered. I am excited to start delivering new and improved presentations. Love, love, love! I can walk away knowing I put in 100% and achieved.”

Renee Klug,

Project Officer, DHA

"Thank you for the excellent course! I found the course to be full of genuinely practical tools that I can employ everyday both at work and at home. I will be using the lessons immediately in an external presentation on Monday."

Leon Chanter

Business Development & Transactions, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

“I love how interactive and engaging the program is. I also loved how well planned the two days are. You cover a lot of content and it flows very well! Michelle is a fabulous captivating presenter. The steps are essential to becoming a persuasive presenter.”

Adele Offley

Contractor, Young Farmer Business Program

“I 100% loved the feeling that I got from this masterclass! The masterclass was incredibly practical and valuable, challenging and supportive. Everything was valuable and not one thing felt pointless. I didn’t want to miss anything. I will use everything! All the time! Forever!”

Caitlin Sears

Knowledge Sharing Manager, ARENA

“A great cover-all course on presenting! Michelle is a great facilitator – I feel equipped with a new toolset for presenting. I will use the Storyboard structure, thinking from the audiences’ perspective, and improved confidence.”

Constantine Tsounis

Senior Investment Analyst, ARENA

“Michelle is a true professional and highly recommended to any organisation looking to improve the presentation skills of their employees.”

Vince Kelly

Senior Adviser, Australian Trade Commission

"I loved that the content is relevant and applicable to all aspects of work. Safe learning environment. Tailored feedback from facilitator and peers. I will use everything.”

Nikki Jugovic

Graduate, NSW Government Graduate Program, NSW Health

“Very enjoyable and worthwhile. I loved that it was crammed with practical knowledge. Plenty of opportunity to practice. Great program to structure future presentations.”

Jot Mehta

Solicitor Advocate, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions NSW

“I loved that the masterclass was very interactive and engaging. I loved the useful tips that I can use immediately to improve how I work and engage effectively with the audience.”

Lisa Thompson

Senior Advisor, Safer Communities Team, eSafety

“The masterclass was very engaging. Michelle was very passionate and provided a skill-set that will be usable for every presentation for the rest of my career! I will use everything – especially the POO to reduce the perceived negativity that arises from presenting a compliance activity that needs to be done right each and every time."

Victoria Little Spence

Procurement Quality & Assurance Officer, Wyndham City Council

"Great content. I loved that the masterclass was interactive. It was presented beautifully and with passion. Michelle is a great trainer.”

Michelle Smith

Project & Planning Officer, Wyndham City Council

“I loved the content, laughter and joy, and the environment of learning. Michelle is generous, funny, helpful, and appropriately “tough”. I will use all of it!”

Catherine Trahair

Manager Learning & Organisation Development, Forensicare

“Great course and energy. So inspiring and encouraging. I loved the techniques, resources, encouragement. It was very practical and I felt I could extend myself with confidence. A packed program in 2 days."

Olivia Torma

Engagement Officer, NIAA

“This program was comprehensive and gave skills from concept to delivery and in depth. I enjoyed the practical nature – applied to real context. The presenter, Michelle, was extremely knowledgeable and an expert in her area. I feel I can apply this immediately and use in many areas of my work. Excellent – I feel lucky for the opportunity.”

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Leonie Dunnett

Rehabilitation Coordinator, NSW Health

“I loved the whole damn thing! I now have so many tangible skills and resources to build my confidence and credibility. Thank you!”

Caitlin Abbey

Community Development Officer, Wyndham City Council

“I loved the great instructor, and that it was interactive and relevant to my role. I will use it in practice.”

Danny Agnola

My Health Record Primary Care Educator, Australian Digital Health Agency

“I loved that the masterclass was interactive and fast-paced. Clear instructions on the “formula” for presenting. Michelle is generous and provides straightforward and constructive feedback."

Dianne Keegan

Executive Officer, ARENA

“The best 2 days I’ve ever spent on a course. I loved that it was practical and engaging throughout the 2 days with lots of opportunities to put what we learnt into action. I will be able to use what I learnt.”

Danielle Smalley

Executive Director, Communication and Engagement, Greater Sydney Commission

"Michelle is amazing – high energy, hilarious, very credible and supportive. Formulaic approach to a very difficult skillset, with lots of opportunities to practice the techniques. Very safe space to practice the art of persuasion. Great team building exercise. I will use everything! Especially the framework, tips for managing nerves, body language cues and linguistics!"

Elicia Cantelo

Manager – Strategy, ARENA

“The program was engaging, informative, captivating, educational and interactive which makes the whole day more fun. This Masterclass has given me more confidence, better presentations and a better understanding by the team. There will be future improvement from the butterfly effect. I enjoyed the engaging and educational development – strengths/weaknesses/what to improve.”

Nicola Berman

Social Work Student, NSW Health

“I attended Michelle’s class on presentation skills and, to put it simply, Wow! Michelle makes the logical tenable in a way that seems so obvious yet is difficult to grasp until you have attended one of her classes. I work in Social policy, supporting people with a disability through campaigning and presenting social arguments. With Michelle’s support and guidance I feel that my papers and submissions are better framed and that all physical presentations I give are of a higher quality than before. I have little hesitation in stating that the work I do and the people I work for have benefited from my attending Michelle’s class. I urge any who work in Social policy and indeed any field to seek out Michelle and attend one of her classes.”

Sean Lomas

Implementation Manager Leading Better Value Care, NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation

“If you are looking for someone to help sharpen up your presentation and influencing skills Michelle is the person for you.”

Paul Stathers

Director – Work Health & Safety (WHS), Roads and Maritime Services

“I loved Michelle’s direct approach to feedback and the structure of the masterclass."

Michael Kemp

Member for Oxley, NSW Parliament

“I loved that the masterclass provided framework for an engaging and clear presentation. It made clear how to persuade and how to address objections. I will use pacing and leading to build rapport before I ask for something.”

Mark McLeish

General Manager, Electricity Markets Branch, ACCC

“I loved the passion and energy, supportive environment. It addressed the various learning levels in the room. It was fun and logical at the same time. The masterclass is practical, with useful info delivered in an engaging way. Focused, helpful and inspiring.”

Gidjin Martinez

Organisational Coach – Learning and Development, ATO

“There was not a moment where I was not engaged and entertained by Michelle and her content. The day went so quickly and I have walked away far more confident to present. I will use everything! I look forward to using the skills I have learnt today in my everyday work.”

Sarah Schiliro

Practice Manager, Pacific Trade Invest

“Michelle is an outstanding professional. I have no hesitation in recommending her to all my business colleagues; I already have many times. Michelle's presentations and influencing skills workshop is challenging, fun, logical and totally engaging. The outcome is an easy to follow; easy to remember guide for any presentation or important meeting. It provides a model for enhancing your communications skills to influence at any level. Michelle's generous with her knowledge, thoughtful with her feedback and able to adapt for individual development needs. As a manager, I found this course to be a fabulous team building opportunity too. Whether you are a teenager, manager or CEO your presenting, communicating and influencing will be enhanced by attending Michelle's courses.”

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Jacqueline (Jackie) Giles

Commercial Director, NSW Telco Authority

“I loved that the masterclass was interactive, you didn’t just sit and listen. Safe environment to learn and practice. Extremely valuable tools. I will use everything! It is all valuable!”

Holly Mandlik

Senior Project Officer, NSW Health

“I loved putting logic and structure behind presentation skills, the entertainment, and that the acronyms are easy to remember."

Sarah Sheard

Financial Controller, Forensicare

“I loved the high energy! Such insightful tips on how to plan, prepare and deliver presentations and get the most out of them. I loved the advice that can be very readily implemented. It made us work hard which will be the best way to embed the learnings in everyday use.”

Katie Worters

Sustainability Officer, Wyndham City Council

“I loved that it gave the full package, from structuring a presentation in a persuasive way to body language. Also love that these learnings can be used in different kinds of interactions, not only formal presentations - as a recipe for effective communication. I will use the 4Mat & Storyboarding – for everything and all the body language tips.”

Tania Benedetti

Knowledge Sharing Manager, ARENA

“The masterclass was full of practical advice and guidance that you could put into practice. It was very effective – only 2 days but a lot covered. The second day with the mix of presentations and training was very effective. The small group – only 8, worked well – was just the right size. It helped me to think differently about presentation and communication. Presenter was engaging and helpful. It was very positive. I will use many of the practical tips for presenting and also the 5-Step Analysis and Persuasion Blueprint template to approach my presentations and communications."

Tania Jeffries

Acting Executive Director, ACCC

“I loved your personal energy and unrelenting enthusiasm, and the set of practical structures and methods to efficiently develop and present a persuasive presentation. I will use Storyboarding, 4Mat (my mousepad), gestures – and if we return to live presentations, I’m committed to trying movement around the stage! I really think this will be transformative for the way I present." , GM Project Delivery, Project Delivery, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

Rachele Williams

GM project Delivery, ARENA

"Michelle is an incredibly enthusiastic and energetic trainer. She uses her presentation techniques and intelligence to pace the content, engage the audience, and bring us rapidly along the learning journey. I felt confident in what she was teaching us, could see how to apply it in my work, and felt that I left the class with the skills to execute on this. She also developed good connections with the audience, and was able to pace the training, and keep us engaged throughout – no small feat for an online course delivered to very busy senior execs. I will use the Persuasion Blueprint for developing and presenting to external audiences. I will apply bits of the Blueprint as needed to increase the efficiency and engagement of my everyday work, including the meetings I run."

Chris Faris

Chief Operating Officer, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

"I loved the structure, the fast pace, and that it enabled key points to be taken in. The theory is strong and delivered in a pragmatic, practical way. Challenging. It challenged us to revisit and rethink our approach both personally and organisationally."

Mark Dupe

Director Corporate and Community Services, Baw Baw Shire Council

“Michelle is one of the best presenters/course facilitators I’ve met – she is expert, passionate and pushes you to get out of your comfort zone. The masterclass provides a lot of practical tools and techniques about how to be a master presenter. You also learn a lot of linguistic tips which can dramatically help.”

George Huang

Director – Policy Development Team, Australian Energy Regulator

“Michelle is always engaging, lively and manages to keep the energy up even late in the afternoon. I loved the time to apply and practice techniques taught even if it’s often tough to start!”

Jeff Goh

Knowledge Sharing Manager, ARENA

“I loved that the program uncovered shortcomings in my presentation skills that have been solved by Michelle’s simple solutions. It was amazing to see the transformation in those people who thought they couldn’t speak, let alone my own improvement.”

Brad Sewell

Contractor, Young Farmer Business Program

“I loved that we actually prepared and did a presentation. It helped put all the techniques into practice. I found it really valuable to learn from watching other colleagues. I also loved the feedback on my presentation style."

Alexandra McIntosh

Director, Business Development & Transactions, Australian Renewable Energy Agency

“I think the program went well because of Michelle’s personality, experience and knowledge. It had all the components of a successful and engaging as well as worthwhile program. Michelle’s presentation and facilitating skills were great for learning a subject matter which can be dull. Michelle was great! I learnt a lot from it that I can use in my personal and professional life.”

Beverly Magpayo

Property Compliance Manager, Delta Electricity

“The best and most useful course I have ever attended! I loved the clear and practical framework for preparing presentations. Loved all the opportunities to practice and the high energy levels.”

Luke McGregor,

Lead Operational Policy Officer, Roads & Maritime Services

“Great program with so many amazing skills that I can use in a variety of circumstances. I love that it provided a useful structure that could be used in numerous situations at work. Effective techniques for learning individual skills. Helpful resources to go to after completing the course.”

Adrian Walkowiak

Legal Adviser, Director's Chambers, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions

“I loved everything I have learnt! Especially the way I structure my presentations from now on will never be the same. I feel a lot more confident in going forward. Good mix of theory and practical. Michelle held my attention for the 2 days.”

Melissa Falkenberg

Manager Project Management Office, City of Wyndham

“Quite unlike any other presentation courses and worth it!! I loved that there were no slides! Extremely knowledgeable presenter, simple process to adopt that will have an impact on my future presentations and interactions with others in a range of situations.”

Nick Woodruff

CIO, AUSTRADE

“Brilliant! I loved the excellent content – practical and sensible. Excellent program and presenter.”

Kris Hazelwood

Senior MHR Educator - Primary Care, Education and Adoption, Australian Digital Health Agency

“This masterclass was structured in a logical sequence which facilitated progressive learning. The steps are simple, with excellent easy-to-follow reference material. This course has taught me more about presenting in 2 days than the ADF did in 20 years. Following the course I have seen a remarkable improvement in my own confidence and delivery of ideas. This training will be a multiplier for the effectiveness of my team.”

Christopher O’Byrne

Air Base Logistics Support, Department of Defence

“Excellent program! It should be mandatory for Essential Energy senior managers. Great presentation! I loved that it put a formal structure around presentation skills that I used informally. It also provided insight into human behaviour and learning traits.”

Stephen Reid

Essential Energy

“I will approach my next presentation with new confidence, and preparation/delivery! I loved learning a better way to present.”

Sheryl Cimera

Aboriginal Population Health Trainee, Health NSW

“This program was just what I needed at this time to help me reach a new level in my communications/presentation abilities. I loved the practical tools to help prepare and deliver great presentations, and the opportunities to practice in a safe space.”

Paul Wade

Greater Sydney Commission

“I really enjoyed it! Thank you. It was very useful to my job. I loved that I got to learn lots of concepts, that it was well researched and applicable to many scenarios. Clever embedding.”

Diana Chambers

Group Manager HSE Policy and Compliance Group Manager HSE Policy and Compliance, Essential Energy

“I wish that others in my team had attended as well as myself. I really think everyone would have taken something away from it. I found it very informative and it kept my attention. I have enjoyed learning a lot today and it also can be applied in general life.”

Alexia Lane

AUSTRADE

"I loved that the masterclass was immersive with no distractions, with a heavy focus on “doing” and very handy tools."

Dhruv Vishrani

General Manager – Strategy, ARENA

“Very worthwhile program from my perspective – I’m looking forward to the next! I loved the practical tips plus models; the interactiveness; the inclusiveness of all participants whatever the subject area; the application and linking to the Austrade context.”

Heather White

AUSTRADE

“Awesome! I loved all the tips and tricks, the interactive program and Michelle!”

Matthew Brown

Manager of Development Assessment & Compliance, Port Stephens Council

“I will use everything! I loved that the masterclass was practical and informative. This has 100% changed now. I will do things personally and professionally. Michelle, your enthusiasm is infectious and your expertise is obvious."

Celia Logue

Communications Manager, ARENA

“Michelle is very practical and likable. Her commitment to her students is admirable! I loved the clear techniques and templates. They were very clear practical and easy to use and possible to implement in stages – practical previously endorsed messages.”

Nick de Groot

Essential Energy

“This is a very good course and I am surprised at how good the transformation is. I loved Michelle's enthusiasm, the structure and guidance as well as the inclusion of everyone over the 2 days. The materials were great, along with the offer for ongoing help. The key messages were good with an intense challenge to improve.”

Ed McHue

Essential Energy

“I loved the small class size, structure, the logic and the opportunity to practice what I’ve learnt. Excellent 2 days. Feel as though I’ve learnt a lot.”

Linda Franklin

Executive Director, Transformation and Delvery, NSW Electoral Commission

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