What Others Say...
Lauren Parsons puts the power back in powerful. Too many times we focus on empowering others to be powerless. Lauren your session was totally energizing and uplifting, thank you.
- Diana Shirley, Manager - NZDF Defence Learning
The resilience session with Lauren was super informative, energetic and of great value.
- OMD
Lauren's session was so interesting. I really enjoyed the self-reflection. She really makes you think about the way you do things.
– Gary Lee, Foodstuffs
Your online presentation was so engaging and thought provoking - I loved it.
- Jules, NortTech
Really incredible workshop full of amazing and helpful information about wellbeing. It was lively and fun.
- Jeanny Kirchain, Puddleducks
Lauren is high energy and easy to listen to. Her sessions were coherent and flowed well. It was easy to maintain interest.
- Kevin Shore, Principal, St Peters College
Awesome session on how to be an inspirational leader. I’d highly recommend Lauren to other organisations.
– Jill Topia, MSD
Inspiring and motivating.
- Helen Worboys, Manawatu District Mayor
Everything Lauren covered just made me feel I was important.
- Sandy Hiku, NZDF Defence College
Lauren is an empowering breath of fresh air. Looking forward to using what I learnt at home.
- Shannon Chambers
Lauren’s session was uplifting, fun and thought-provoking.
- Tiere Matenga Riki, Southern Cross School
Really great! I learnt so much that I need to improve on and practice DAILY!
- Sydney Fraser, OMD
Thanks for the excellent session Lauren. There is always something to grab and think about.
– Murray Richardson, Lindisfarne College
Lauren’s session was accessible, full of practical information and ideas that would be easy to integrate into your life.
- Kelly Ross, OMD
Lauren is energetic, easy to listen to, energising and interactive.
- Heather Eustace, One Tree Hill College
Excellent speaker, clear concise fact filled information. Can be applied to improve wellbeing mentally and physically.
- Kathleen Brown
Down to earth, practical tips.
– Daniel Muller
Such a great session focusing on yourself and also your teams around wellbeing & leadership. The personal wellbeing assessment was great.
- NorthTec
I got a lot out of the trustworthiness quadrants. It was a really positive intro to wellbeing for oneself and for teams.
– Lyn Cheyne, NorthTec
Wonderful. I loved the breathing part.
– Tina
Brilliant session. Exceeded expectations! Lots of great content and plenty of things we can easily adopt in our own lives.
– Warren McKenzie, Flooring Design
Energetic and informative.
– Michelle McCormack
It was such a great, inspiring presentation Thank you! I found the tools for better communication really valuable and someting I will definitely use in future.
- Blair Elliot, Manawatu District Council
A great reminder of making key aspects in life a priority and prioritising myself!
- Kendall Watson-Peach, Sancta Maria College
I have loved your passion, sharing your stories and all the knowledge you've shared with us!
- Carla Hart, Willowbank School
Such a great presentation. I needed this reset, thank you!
- Lorraine Biggs, One Tree Hill College
It was a great session. What you said made so much sense. It made me realise I have found my calling and that I was in the same position as you were. I'm so grateful for that.
- Fred D'Souza, AsureQuality
Loved your enthusiasm, honesty, examples and down to earth manner. I loved the snacking on exercise and fun.
- Karyn, School Business Managers Association
Loved networking with others. Being challenged to consider what I need and want and how to flip negatives to positives.
- Jenny, School Business Managers Association
The time flew by! Understanding different styles was great. I work in a team of 8 and will share these ideas, which will help me heaps!
– Geoffery, Palmerston North City Council
I very much enjoyed our time together! Very inspiring!
- Zealandia NZ
Lauren's Emotional Culture session was so helpful and informative, conducted in a safe and enjoyable way that everyone can be a part of.
- Lindsay NZ
Inspirational, High-energy and Real. Best AdmiNZ talk ever!
- Leanne Gardner
Lauren is really energetic and authentic. Sharing herself with us adds to value to the information she shares.
– Letitia McRodden
Vibrant & Energising. Lauren is such a lovely presenter!
- Rachal Watts, University of Otago
Very entertaining and so fun!
- Totara College
Lauren is such an enthusiastic and vibrant speaker who encourages people to change their lives and gets deep into the process of doing so.
- Ruth Hughes
Snappy, informative and practical.
- Bena Haider, Totara College
Such a fluid, relatable presentation style!
- Virginia Warbrick, The Factory
Such an energising, uplifting and informative session.
- Lauren Woolerton, FMG
I really loved the whole session!
– UCOL
Such an engaging, valuable, interesting and very practical session for any person.
- Michael Doody, Cornerstone Christian School
Lauren did a great job of brining everybody's thoughts and feelings out. Such an interactive, bubbly, inclusive and informative speaker.
- Stu Bradbury, Lindsay NZ
Lauren comes across as ‘real’ & sincere with good practical tips.
- Christelle du Plessis
The Live Well Principles were excellent. Simple to follow and connect with the content.
- Jon Smith, NorthTec
Lauren is so positive, practical and engaging. Her session helped me focus on what can be done.
– Lindisfarne College
Lauren was vibrant and interesting. The best speaker I have heard on this topic – she covered so much!
- Paula
The Emotional Culture Deck Session was such a great chance for self-reflection. It was so valuable thinking about the most important success feelings and not so successful feelings.
- NZDF Defence College
Lauren is motivating, inspiring, and open, she built good rapport and used real and interesting examples.
- Charlotte James
I loved everything! The values, praise, trust. Lauren was excellent – so well organized, slick and easy to listen to.
- Jan Stevens, Assistant Principle Kingslea School
Lauren gave practical advice with enthusiasm. She was positive and very welcoming.
– Jen Dustin, Palmerston North Girls High
Lauren’s session was brilliant, funny and informative.
– Brenda Jagger
Lauren is a very uplifting woman. Her session could be life changing for so many! Nice and simple to follow too.
– Shelley Johnstone
Lauren an excellent, engaging, knowledgeable group facilitator. Very valuable for both personal and professional development.
– Mike
Lauren shows you how to easily incorporate positive change into everyday life.
- Elisabeth, Miramar North School
"Lauren is a fantastic speaker. She brings out the best version of yourself. Even if you're feeling down, her talks lift and brighten your mind and body."
- Chrissie Cole, Centre Leaders, Puddleducks PreSchool
"Lauren's session was so practical and easy to understand and implemnet into everyday life!"
- Gemma Sheed, Moore Markhams
Very relatable and heart felt.
- Tui Early Learners
Very valuable thanks Lauren, packaged into a beautiful whole. Love your snack on exercise concept.
- Ali, NorthTec
Loved by delegates and easy to work with, Lauren is organised, efficient and articulates her message with energy and passion. Highly recommend working with her!
- Karen Tui Boyes, CEO Spectrum Education
Insightful. Can be in all views in life for example work, family and relationship
-Hana, Puddleducks
The breathing exercise was really powerful and all the examples of practical things I can improve.
-Foodstuffs
Lauren is very knowledgeable and passionate about resilience. Fantastic session thank you.
-Michelle Tribe, NZDF Defence Learning
Lauren is funny, warm, patient and personable.
- Ali, Maidstone Intermediate School
Interactive and helps you think about your habits! It encourages you to change little things in your life.
- OMD
“A really interesting fresh perspective that lets you get more motivated in leadership within your organisation. Professional and clear with every point.”
- Angela Starr, Director of Foundation, Arohanui Hospice
Lauren is very relateable and provided great achieveable skills to use on a day to day basis.
- Hayley de Jager, DKSH
“Brilliant. Engaging and so knowledgeable. Would love to listen to her again.”
-Lizzie Shaw
“Compelling. Lauren was enjoyable to listen to and informative. Great stories to give us examples.”
– St Peters College
“The session was packed with practical life skills to take away. Real and valuable tips. Life-changing!”
– Michelle Mollard
Really great! Gave me lots to think about and take away. Recommend it 10/10.
– Jess Beckham, OMD
“It was perfect thanks Lauren!”
- Lauren Ryan, Principal, Childspace Learning Centres
Lauren has such a down to earth, pragmatic style. She gave me tools I can use in all facets of life.
- Grace Vining, DKSH
Beautiful, easy to understand, engaging and enlightening. This inspired me and I feel a deeper connection to my own mind and emotions.
–Felicity Bowater, Puddleducks
Lauren really knows what she’s talking about. I enjoyed all of it!
- AJessica
Lauren was relatable, engaging, fun, charming, informative and passionate
– Bobbi-Jo
Lauren’s session was energetic and to the point.
– Mike Tantrum, Excel Refrigeration
“Lauren is such a vibrant presenter and passionate about helping others improve their health and happiness”
– Rachel O’Connor, Head of Brand & Marketing, Palmerston North City Council
Lauren’s session was informative, well supported and easy to implement.
– Jessica
It was valuable finding so many adjectives that fit. The session was comfortable, challenging, informative, relevant and inspiring.
- Adrian
Lauren was charismatic and well prepared with lots of content.
- Chris Wilson, Manawatu Golf Club
Positive and super useful for everyday life. Tips that are achievable to do.
- Bex Donald, OMD
Lauren’s resilience session is absolutely amazing and you should attend it!
- Deep Balsara, OMD
Lauren’s ‘Leading so People Thrive’ session was interesting and full of valuable information.
- Michelle Manaia, Foodstuffs
Lauren was very bright and clear minded. She makes us feel very important to feel what we feel. She ensured we had a laugh and made it fun.
– Kate Fannin
Lauren delivered an energetic presentation. It was inspiring, helpful and easy to understand.
– Amey Lewer
Thank you for a fantastic day Lauren! It has been so very insightful and helpful with all things work and non-work related!
– Barbara
Very enjoyable and inspiring thank you!
– Zoe Lewis
Lauren’s session was inspirational. Lauren makes you think about what you can do now and what you can do to change.
– Lisa Oldfield, Head Teacher, Tui Early Learners
Lauren’s session was fantastic. Easy to listen to and motivating.
– Sam
Really inspiring to listen to and helpful to know just how thinking about being grateful can make you feel.
- Zainab Hasan
Lauren’s session was inspiring and achievable. She has amazing knowledge and energy.
– Kaitlin Kearins, Tui Early Learners
Engaging and lovely. Lauren delivers clear and descriptive explanations of complex ideas.
– Chris
Lauren is an excellent public speaker with great stories. Being vulnerable makes her personable and we can all relate at some level. Day went quickly.
– Shea McAleese, Lindisfarne College
Lauren is a great communicator. She engenders participation from everybody.
– Lance Reyland, Flooring Design
Very engaging and informative.
– Tanya Glavas, Horowhenua District Council
Lauren’s session was fun, energetic, uplifting and thought-provoking. Highly recommend!
– Jamie
Such an interactive and informative session. The best thing was seeing what feelings my team want and don’t want to feel.
– Melissa Wilson, Tui Early Learners
Lauren’s session was definitely worth it, she’s great!
- Robert Embroidery
Lauren’s session was entertaining, informative, practical and well balanced. I know I will be using many of the wonderful tips!
– Lisa Miles, Lindisfarne College
Lauren is so engaging, positive, knowledgeable and credible.
– Mike Harrison, General Manager, OMD
Excellent session. Lauren is so knowledgeable. It was a great reminder of the overall importance of wellbeing in life and work.
– Andrea Smith, NorthTec
Lauren was inspiring and motivational.
– Lisa Matena, Managing Director, See Me Media
Thank you so much - Ioved this session after a difficult week.
- Helen, NorthTec
Laurens session was upbeat, fun and inspiring
- Casey Dryden, Puddleducks
Thanks Lauren for very professional and dynamic sessions, I loved your clear, interactive style and you gave me heaps of things to think about. I now understand myself so much more. Just superb.
- Team member, Toyota NZ Ltd
Lauren’s resilience session is absolutely amazing and you should attend it!
- Deep Balsara, OMD
Lauren's sessions are a great mix of research and information, activity and laughter, and take-home practical tips and tricks.
- Emma Hissey, Senior OD Advisor, The Treasury
Lauren is energetic, uplifting, knowledgeable, excited about her subject. Lovely voice – and all without any notes – AMAZING!
– Barbara Bowling
So well presented. Lauren keeps the group focus the whole time. Love the little exercises!
– Tui Early Learners
Lauren ensured there was connection from the start with her powerful stories
– Jane Warnock, Educational Leader, Tui Early Learners
Everything Lauren covered just made me feel I was important.
– Sandy Hiku, NZDF Defence College
Lauren is a great communicator. She engenders participation from everybody.
– Lance Reyland, Flooring Design
Lauren provided a great overview on how to improve our wellbeing.
– Jessi Falloon, OMD