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MORE THAN JUST A "BAD GUY GONE GOOD"
It's easy to write off my presentation as just another "bad guy gone good" story… I get that we've all heard a heap of those and they get pretty boring after a while, and in a corporate setting, the bad guy can be a hard one to relate to. My story does have elements of that, but it's a lot deeper than just overcoming a heavy past. There's little impact on audiences if that's all there is. I do open with my story to grab the audience's attention and to open them up with a visceral and emotional experience, but then we dive deep into them! Into building their resilience, overcoming their negative beliefs, getting their spark back for life and their job roles, and connecting better in relationships for stronger collaborations. We also focus on overall wellness and mental health (if requested by organisers).
WHAT PEOPLE ARE LOOKING FOR
When chatting with business owners, events planners, or school teachers who are looking for a speaker to impact their audiences, there's usually a common theme, they're wanting connection, lasting changes, improved wellness & productivity, and shifts in the overall feel of the workplace or school. (They also don't want to look bad by picking a speaker that leaves the audience yawning or confused).
WHERE I COME IN
That's where I come in. For 8 years, I was on the streets committing crimes (I "PG" content and story for primary schools), addicted to drugs, and my life was filled with violence where I was stabbed on two separate occasions and had numerous brushes with death. The heaviest battles, though, were my internal struggles.
COLLABORATIONS
TURNING MY LIFE AROUND
Now, after turning my life around through an unwavering pursuit of personal development and mindset shifts, I'm a successful business owner, bestselling author, mentor to troubled youth, and one of the most requested motivational speakers (and super humble, haha). Being on the streets for many years and now working with big organisations has given me the opportunity to get to know a broad range of people and see what works-and a lot of what doesn't work.
FROM THE STREETS TO CORPORATE SUCCESS
Never in my wildest dreams did I believe that I'd hear from organisations like Optus, ANZ Bank, and Woolworths that I was the best speaker they've had come in and connected with their teams. I travel most weeks as a motivational speaker and workshops facilitator for corporate events, primary & high schools, and even prisons. I love what I do, and the best part is hearing from people immediately after the event or years later, telling me about the changes they've made after being inspired by my talk-can't beat that!
LUKE S. KENNEDY
BEST SELLING AUTHOR
Luke S. Kennedy is a best-selling author renowned for his inspiring book, "Redemption Road: A Thug's Journey to Enlightenment." With his captivating storytelling and profound insights, he has touched the lives of many. As Australia's most requested motivational speaker, Luke's journey from adversity to success resonates with audiences, empowering them to overcome their challenges and pursue their dreams. His unique perspective and relatable experiences make his talks both impactful and transformative.
