Motivational Speaking
I love inspiring people to feel good about themselves and stay fresh and motivated, personally and professionally. I’m particularly fired up by helping women stay confident and vibrant every stage of their lives.
As an entrepreneur and business leader, I know how hard it can be to keep all the plates spinning. To keep grabbing that pick and heading to the coalface day after day, no matter what.
One of the ways I stay upbeat when life lobs another tsunami of lemons at me is to remember that diamonds are only coals that have stuck to the job.
As the Owner and Managing Director of Moxie Communications Ltd since 2010, I have partnered with top New Zealand businesses, government entities, and NGOs to drive value across their operations.
My experience includes senior management and governance roles across four countries and the successful co-founding of multiple ventures, including a pioneering event technology platform and New Zealand's first virtual events producer.
My side hustle is writing books and blogs in the narrative nonfiction style. I call them whimsical observations about my life and times.
I have loads of topics and material and can easily work with you to find one that's right for your audience, event or occasion. Here are some of my favourites.
My speaking topics include
If life gives you lemons, get creative—navigation life's twists and turns.
Never succumb to beige—staying vibrant and visible when you feel like hiding in the corner.
About that albatross round your neck—facing the things that are holding you back.
What colour is your life—personal branding for success.
I'm sorry but it's not just a logo—your brand as a driver of business value.
Brands with 'moxie'—eight steps to a winning brand.
Feedback from recent events
We loved listening to you Frances — and all the valuable insights you shared at our Women in Business event. It was a pleasure to have you in Matamata. Thank you for inspiring us!
Marlene Thomas, MataMata Women in Business Network
Oh my goodness, what a fun event! The variety of subject matter and the passion of the authors gave the audience an amazing hour of stories, information, research and more stories that kept them there chatting, asking questions, buying books and browsing for a further hour.
Brenda Gale, Owner—Martinborough Book Store
Loaded with value thank you Frances.
Thank you, Frances, very helpful!!
Wow! A lot covered in a short time.
Great reminder to be very intentional about what a brand is trying to achieve.
Feedback from attendees at Bold with Brands Mini-Conference/
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