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Motivational Presentations
"The Comeback King"
ABC T.V.'s Australian Story
Graeme Alford is regarded as one of Austraia's foremost motivational speakers. Over the past 18 years Graeme has spoken to audiences all over Australasia, South East Asia and the United States. His down to earth, entertaining, humorous and inspirational delivery stye when combined with his meticulous research, has audiences sitting on the edge of there seat.
From an extremely successful legal career Graeme's life was turned upside down through his alcoholism. His downward spiral saw him alone, friendless and behind bars by 1982. It was here Graeme decided it was either give up or get up.
His journey back into society started in a scrap metal yard in 1986 and Graeme went on to become a very successful business man who promoted the first ever World Masters of Business in 1997. This world first featured General "stormin" Norman Schwarzkopf, Stephen Covey the author of "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" and Lee Iacocca, the former President and CEO of Ford and Chrysler. Graeme went on to bring out to Australia Mikhail Gorbachev, the fomer head of the USSR and in the year 2000 after 4 years of tortuitous negotiation, Grame pulled off his greatest coup when he persuaded Time Magazines Man of the 20th Century, Nelson Mandela to visit Australia for the first ever World Reconcilaition Day.
His best selling book "Never Give Up" has moved and inspired thousands of people to get the very best out of their life.
Dear Graeme, I have just finished reading Never Give Up. My life was changing within hours of reading the book. The price tag of $25 was ridiculous-this book is priceless. Rob Catherall Mt Lawley, Western Australia"
Graeme has done over 800 presentations to audiences in Australasia, South East Asia and the United States. He presented to the management team at the World Famous Stew Leonard's dairy store in Norwalk, Connecticut USA and here is what Stew Leonard Jr said
“You were terrific speaking to our executives and managers at Stew Leonard's. The response after your speech was overwhelming. Everyone rated your talk the best they have ever heard (and we've had some of America's top speakers at Stew's)…WE WANT YOU BACK!”
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“Graeme Alford has done what so many can't do. He changed his life. His story is inspirational; his style of presentation is compelling. He's not to be missed.” John Bushell Director Catholic Family Welfare Bureau
“I agree with Graeme, never, never, never give up.” Lee Iacocca, former President of Ford and Chrysler world wide
Here are some more comments from Graeme's clients “I have never heard a more compelling presentation” Cheryl Boddington
Sobriquet Pty Ltd
“Excellent, one of the best executive presentations we have had. Very stimulating and motivating. Shows the benefits of getting really top class speakers.” Brisbane City Council
“The Feedback received from my advisers since the conference has been quite remarkable with the impact you left them with.” Craig Simmons
Prudential New Zealand
“Excellent. Graeme's story is inspirational, his delivery excellent and motivational content exceptional.” Swann Insurance
“Excellent. Graeme was an excellent presenter and certainly made a favourable impression on all present. His telling of his life was very thought provoking.” Toyota Motor Corporation Australia
“Your keynote address, in which you shared your past and present journey, was inspiring as it was insightful. The enthusiasm, knowledge, attention to our needs and valuable input that you provided ensured that our conference was a resounding success.” Hamish Gidley-Baird, Managing Director
Computershare Registry Services
“Excellent. Graeme's presentations were delivered with great enthusiasm. His messages were provocative, challenging and entertaining. Quite different to other speakers we have used.” City of Whittlesea
“Excellent. Graeme not only met but exceeded our expectations. His workshop plus after dinner speech were highlights of our conference.” QBE/Mercantile Marine
“An excellent and inspiring way to finish the conference. Even those in the audience who at the start were slightly uncomfortable with Graeme's background were singing his praises by the end.” J.D Edwards
“Excellent. Engaging, professional, riveting presentation. A great speaker.”
High Performance Consulting
“An amazing story that will challenge our delegates to Never Give Up. Great story well presented” Lisa Jane Thomas
Hat Trick Events
“We were totally captivated as your life story unfolded. You certainly have been to hell and back. Thank you for a superb presentation and for contributing to the overall success of the conference.” Geoff Martin
Matrix Planning Solutions
“This is the third time I have seen Graeme, and I think it hits home a bit more every time. The feedback from my people has been extraordinary. I had 30 people that have been with the company less than 6 months and they were blown away.” Robyn Dredge
Flight Centre
“Graeme Alford turned 600 noisy people into 600 very quiet and attentive people. His presentation was inspirational.” Catherine Davies
National Electrical Contractors Association
“A great man – a true reality check for everyone. If you are not touched and encouraged to reach for your goals you are not breathing.” David O'Halloran
Custom Brokers Council of Australia
“Just breathtaking. Quite simply a dynamic speaker who captivated our audience with his extraordinary life experiences and passion for living.” Matt Swannie
Solution 6
“As I sat listening to you, I thought wow! I was so excited hearing your story I went home with your book and CD told my partner (soon wife to be) and she started reading your book today.” Ron Gysberts
Hallam Truck Centre
“Graeme was excellent – very passionate” Greg Farrell
Managing Director
Federal Hotels
“Excellent speaker, exceeded our expectations and made a tremendous contribution to our conference.” Elizabeth Lawry
Link Communications
“Graeme gained respect from a crew of hard judges. I have received great feedback from the staff.” Jason Richardson
Oakley South Pacific
“Graeme was quite outstanding” Brian Kamenetzky
Webb Martin
“Graeme captivated our entire audience. From teenage secondary school students to hardened industry people all of whom commented on how fantastic Graeme was.” Mark Kelly
Furnishing training Victoria
“Had all the delegates captivated. Everyone is now a Can Do person.” Barbara Storm
Barwon Health Geelong Hospital
“It was a great way to start what was a most successful conference. You found the right touch – stimulating, challenging and inspirational.” Brenda Cutress
New Zealand Grocery Association
“Graeme was fantastic, he has a great story and a wonderful message which he delivers with passion and humour. He is an inspiration” Helen Floyd
Western Mining
“Inspirational story, charismatic delivery and personally enriching – who could ask for more.” Mark Silveira
Oamps
“Graeme presented a perfect message with a balance of humour and facts.” Mark Wilson
Centro Properties
“Thoroughly professional, motivating, positive and thought provoking – all conference delegates rated Graeme 10/10.” Richard Lambert
Bus Association Victoria
“Graeme's story was extremely motivating and demonstrated what Mental Toughness can achieve.” David Fowler
IPA Group
“I was delighted with both your key note address, which really stirred and motivated the delegates, as well as your very informative and topical breakout session. It has been a pleasure dealing with you Graeme.” Rob Evers
7th National FPA Convention
“I had the pleasure of hearing your address at the UTAG Focus 98 Conference at Wrest Point a couple of weeks ago. I also bought your book and CD – in fact 3 books.
This note is just to tell you how much I enjoyed reading your book. You certainly are a remarkable person. Congratulations.” Peter Elkins
Managing Director
Trafagar Tours
“Graeme had everyone spellbound and sitting on the edge of their seats.” Pat Cullen
Home Hardware
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