Most people working with development, regardless of context, use a problem-solving approach. They look for problems, errors and shortcomings and think that if we just fix what’s bad, things will automatically become great. But that’s not the case – if we simply remove a problem, we will only get to OK, neither bad nor good. And this isn’t development – it’s damage control.

Do you want real, positive and sustainable development? Do you want to create a workplace characterised by pride, happiness, engagement and creativity, where people perform at their best and reach exceptional results? Then you’ve come to the right place!

My most popular talks are about Strengths-based development. Using a strengths-based approach means focusing on what you want more of, rather than less of. It’s about looking for what’s right rather than what’s wrong, and to build on what works rather than just trying to fix what doesn’t work. I use the term Strengths-based as an umbrella term for change methods like Appreciative Inquiry, Solution Focus and Positive Deviance, and research within the field of Positive Psychology.

The strengths-based approach is reflected in everything I do – keynotes, trainings, strengths-based workshops and solution focused counselling.

Book me as your speaker, trainer or workshop facilitator if you want to shift your focus, learn to identify, utilise and build on your successes and strengths, and lift your team and the work you do to a whole new level.