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Communicating with Impact - 20 Years of Award Winning Journalism
Communicating with impact to achieve change is one of today’s most sought-after skills.
Award winning specialist medical reporter Sophie Scott has honed and mastered this skill over 20 years.
She has used it so effectively she received an Order of Australia for services to the broadcast media and community health.
If you want to be heard, listened to and create your own change, Sophie’s Communicating With Impact talk is a must.
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Harnessing Neuroscience for Peak Performance
How would you feel if you had the time, energy and focus to reach your potential? What if the answer was reframing how you treat yourself?
That's right.
And there’s now great science that shows ‘self care’ is crucial for peak performance.
In this talk you’ll learn how to maximise your energy and focus to boost your productivity and prevent burnout.
You’ll also discover the amazing ‘undoing hypothesis’ and how positive emotions mitigate the effects of stress.
Read lessThriving through change while defying burnout
After a near collapse from clinical burnout, Sophie Scott OAM embarked on a quest to understand the science behind the modern-day syndrome of burnout.
In her deeply personal and fascinating story, Sophie transports the audience into the high pressure world of television news, the deadlines, the constantly changing science and the pressure to be the best.
Sophie’s inspirational and life changing keynote speech is compelling, filled with practical science-based techniques and will have you thriving through change while defying burnout.
Read lessSophie Scott
Award Winning Broadcaster, Leading Global Conversations on Mental Wellbeing and Resilience
Sophie Scott is a renowned international speaker, educator, and passionate advocate in mental health and wellbeing, leveraging over 20 years of experience in communication and broadcast journalism. Formerly an award-winning medical TV journalist for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Sophie has transitioned into a multifaceted career as a professional speaker and educator.
Her contributions to broadcast media and community health were recognised with an Order Of Australia Medal. Sophie is a highly sought-after keynote speaker known for her expertise in preventing and managing burnout, reducing stress, and enhancing communication skills. She integrates the latest scientific research into her talks, empowering audiences worldwide to build emotional resilience and maximise their potential both personally and professionally.
Sophie has authored multiple books, including “Live a Longer Life” (ABC Books) and “RoadTesting Happiness” (Harper Collins), and has been honoured with awards for her impactful journalism and medical reporting. Her TEDx talk on overcoming burnout has resonated widely, reflecting her deep commitment to mental health advocacy. Sophie also has an extensive presence on social media and was invited to speak at the World Congress on Positive Psychology.
In addition to her role as an Adjunct Associate Professor at Notre Dame University Medical School, where she lectures on science communication, Sophie serves on several advisory boards, including the Australian National Mental Health Prize and Australia’s National Mental Health Commission and the University of Melbourne’s Contemplative Studies Centre. She also contributes as an ambassador for Bowel Cancer Australia and Pain Australia, alongside her role as a patient reviewer for the British Medical Journal.
Sophie Scott Health, founded by Sophie, focuses on equipping individuals with evidence-based techniques to manage mental wellbeing, navigate change, and using neuroscience to foster high-performing habits and overcome unwanted ones. Her client list includes prestigious organisations like the Mayo Clinic, PwC, ASIC, and the Australian Medical Association, reflecting her impact across diverse sectors.
Sophie continues to lead conversations on mental health and wellbeing, ensuring individuals can thrive both at work and in their personal lives. Her talks and workshops help people take better care of their mental health through science-backed techniques so they can build emotional resilience and maximise their potential.