Michael Crossland has been a fighter since birth, defying the odds of surviving not only a rare form of life-threatening cancer, but being the sole survivor of a horrific cancer drug trial. His battle continues to this very day, having spent nearly a quarter of his life in hospital. Michael is a true fighter, and despite only being told what he could not do, he continually shows the world absolutely everything that he can accomplish.

A businessman and elite sportsman, Michael is at the forefront of today’s new generation of inspirational speakers and is one the most in demand and highly respected speakers in Australia. After releasing his first ‘tell all’ autobiography in 2016, he is now a number 1 bestselling author across 6 different countries.

Raw, real and truly life changing, Michael’s story will undoubtedly bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your heart, as he teaches the keys to success, the importance of embracing change and the mindset needed to achieve your goals. Once you hear him speak, you will have a renewed perspective on life (and you’ll discover that you have little to complain about ever again).

Despite spending nearly a quarter of his life in hospital, he has forged a highly successful career in the corporate world, represented Australia in his chosen sport and featured regularly across all forms of media. He also runs a school and orphanage in Haiti and has been presented with the Australia Day Ambassador role for 7 consecutive years.

In the last five years, Mike has presented to over 600,000 people from all walks of life around the world. He has spoken to corporates from all backgrounds, Juvenile Detention Centres in Texas, September 11 victims, elite athletes across the globe and, through his numerous charities, including the Make a Wish Foundation, has given hope and strength to many people facing life threatening illnesses.

The award-winning documentary on his life, by ABC’s Australian Story, has been viewed by over 4 million people, and in 2016 he released his first tell-all autobiography, which is now a best seller across 6 different countries. In June 2017 he featured on MTVs funny show ridiculousness in the USA with over 3 million viewers and was one of the queen’s baton bearers for the 2018 commonwealth games! If that’s not enough a recent video of him speaking in LA has been viewed by more than 51 million people.

Keynote presentation

“The Power of Perspective”

Michael will share his remarkably inspiring story of overcoming extreme adversity to achieve incredible outcomes in both his personal and professional life. Global audience numbers now exceed 900,000 people. Despite and because of spending nearly a quarter of his life in hospital, Michael’s ability to help shift your mindset, instil perspective and have you determined to become the best version of yourself, will amaze and inspire.

Representing Australia in his chosen sport, holding an executive position at the age of 23, and then throwing it all away to find his true passion and purpose, will leave you in awe.

He now runs and orphange and school in Haiti, is a best selling author across six different countries, has shared the stage with the likes of Sir Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama and a video of him speaking in LA has been viewed by more than 88 million people.

Michael’s story will undoubtedly bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your heart, but above all will teach you the power of perspective, the keys to happiness, the importance of embracing change, and the mindset needed to achieve a fulfilling life.

A presentation not to be missed.

Keynote presentation plus Empowering Growth Session

This session is focused around wellbeing, mindset, mental health and sharing practical tools to implement on a daily basis to assist with burnout, anger, anxiety, frustration and resilience.

Michael will share many tools and techniques to silence the mind, take back control of our thoughts, set positive and structured daily routines along with helping to delve deep into the way our body and brain connect with our language. This session will also have a section to assist in how we react versus respond, with tips and tools to implement daily to maintain control, build a powerful and inclusive culture as well as accountability. This session can also include a component of high energy, fun and laughter with team building activities that assist with embracing change, winning as a team, the importance of communication along with a short mindfulness reset session.

Key takeaways:

• The importance of a powerful morning and evening routine
• Steps to help with emotional burnout/frustration/anxiety
• The importance of language and the impact this can have on our state of mind and wellbeing
• How to bring yourself back to being present
• The 3 Ps for peace of mind (patience, persistence & perspective)
• Identifying what your body is lacking from a chemical point of view and how to rebalance