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What Audiences & Organisers Can Expect

When you bring Declan in to speak, you’re getting far more than a polished presentation. He translates cutting‑edge research from positive psychology, mindfulness and behavioural science into stories and strategies your audience will remember.
 
Every session is thoughtfully tailored; Declan spends time understanding your people so he can meet them where they are and customise his examples and language accordingly. Audiences consistently remark on his warmth and relatability — it feels less like a lecture and more like an honest human to human conversation. Yet there’s always substance: participants leave with practical tools they can apply immediately, not just feel‑good inspiration.
 
Declan’s passion for the ripple effect of happiness means he challenges people to see how their personal wellbeing influences their relationships, their work and their broader community. As an organiser and leader, you can expect clear communication, professional delivery, and a genuine partnership designed to make your event meaningful and memorable.

Signature Speaking & Training Topics

Each topic can be customised for different industries and audiences. Declan can combine themes or tailor them to your event objectives.

  • Recognise the signs of burnout, implement sustainable self‑care strategies, and build resilience so you (and your people) can thrive rather than just survive.

  • Translate research from positive psychology, cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness into practical tools that anyone can apply. Bust myths and show why happiness really is a skill that can be learned.

  • Explore why chasing achievements alone doesn’t guarantee fulfilment; learn how to align goals with meaning and values to cultivate both success and happiness.

  • Move beyond the “SMART goals” cliché. Discover evidence‑based goal‑setting that ties purpose and passion to productivity and progress.

  • Build psychologically safe teams; lead with empathy; leverage emotional intelligence to drive engagement and performance.

  • Understand the ripple effect of your happiness on others. Foster trust, compassion and effective communication in teams (in‑office or remote).

  • Design daily routines and micro‑habits to support mental and emotional wellbeing, manage stress, and prevent overwhelm.

  • Show how prioritising wellbeing boosts productivity, employee retention and customer satisfaction, and why thriving teams become a competitive edge.

Keynote Presentations

45–60‑minute high‑impact talks that energise and inspire. Ideal for conferences, off‑sites and client events. Blends storytelling, research and actionable takeaways.

Interactive Workshops

90‑minute to half‑day sessions. Hands‑on exercises, group discussion and personal reflection. Perfect for staff development days or team retreats where participants can practise and integrate new skills.

Learning & Development Incubators

Multi‑session programs delivered over several weeks. Combines training, coaching and accountability. Great for deeper culture change and embedding wellbeing practices in organisations.

Media & Podcast Appearances

Short‑form interviews, panels, webinars or podcast guest spots. Share key ideas with a broad audience and spark curiosity about happiness at work and in life.

Trusted By

Client Testimonials

We had Declan into our office to complete a couple of workshops with our team. It was a great opportunity to learn our teams strengths and strengthen the relationship between the team members as well.
Nick Stewart
Director, Wilton Lemke Stewart
Declan has a fun, engaging, intelligent and relatable delivery of evidence-based research on happiness that cannot fail to engage the audience.
Dr Megan Lee
Bond University
Engaging and inspiring speaker, with a really friendly welcoming approachable manner. Definitely knew what he was talking about and deliver it in a way that the listeners could understand, and keep their interest.
Hayley Drury
Senior Human Resources Advisor, Fullers
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Declan to bring him over to New Zealand for a talk on employee happiness with our local HR community, and wow, he did not disappoint! His session was engaging, insightful, and full of genuinely useful takeaways. He had the whole room hooked, breaking things down in such a relatable and practical way. If you ever get the chance to hear him speak or engage him as a speaker - do it. You’ll walk away inspired, motivated, and ready to make a real impact!
Lisa Young
Founder, YourHRHQ
I recently had the chance to hear Declan speak about the science of happiness, and wow - what a game-changer. He has this incredible way of breaking down complex research into something super relatable, making it easy to connect the dots between science and real life. His talk was engaging, thought-provoking, and left us all wanting to run to our companies to share what we learnt! What really stood out was his passion - it’s clear he genuinely cares about helping people live happier, more fulfilled lives. He doesn’t just share insights, he sparks real conversations and action. If you’re looking for a speaker who’s not only knowledgeable but also engaging and inspiring, I couldn’t recommend Declan more!
Sara Dodds
Culture, Diversity & Inclusion Partner, Intrepid Travel
As a highly experienced curriculum and events designer, I'd recommend Declan for any type of audience; his engaging, informative, warm style guarantees a hit for any Event.
Laura Holderness
Founder, FemPowered Women
I would encourage anyone who is wanting a positive keynote speaker who not only knows about happiness (he has studied it extensively), but who makes you walk away wanting to conquer everything positively, to not look past Declan. He is brilliant and will have all your staff / members feeling the same.
Samuel Hutchinson
Accountant, PKF Brisbane
Declan is a world class facilitator. Warm, engaging and well prepared. Had us smiling, laughing, and even more importantly, thinking critically, and connecting.
Justin Smith
Directory, Achieve Podiatry
Declan has this incredible knack for making complex ideas about happiness not only inspiring but actually practical. His humor and genuine passion lit up the room, and I walked away with a fresh perspective on how cultivating happiness can boost organisational performance and make the world a better place. If you’re looking for someone who can inspire and educate with a perfect blend of professionalism and fun, Declan’s your guy!
Caroline Pearce
AI Change & Delivery Manager - Bank of New Zealand

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