“Philip came to our workshop as a Guest presenter to help the participants picture ideal outcomes. It can be difficult to run workshops on such a serious subject without being depressing, but Philip facilitated with both humour and respect to the issue. We all had a good time and gained insight into the significance of having a bold vision. I went to Philip for some inspiration and motivation to do something about the things in my life I knew needed to change. In less than an hour Philip helped me cut this seemingly mammoth task down to a few simple steps. I can now be confident in articulately my priorities, and find better balance in life.”
Andrea Ford
Children’s Autism Foundation
(Updated Dec 2011)
I believe that great social change comes from diversity and creativity. So if you want to create great change, let's work together.
I'm a member of the EEO Trust's Employers Group.
I've developed a unique approach to understanding diversity, centred around inquiry, that facilitates a process of creative change involving curiosity, exploration, acceptance and willingness to be wrong. From this open, rather than controlling, space springs your potential for improvement, cohesion and growth.
The shadow of this method is uncertainty, complexity and decay, which most people try to avoid, but they are essential to healthy, resilient change. I'll leave you feeling confident to hold yourself and situations in a way that allows you to respond clearly, flexibly and professionally to the "light and dark" of change.
I work comfortably with businesses, community organisations, academic organisations, Government agencies and individuals. My professional experience in counselling, social work, adult learning, business management, social media, public speaking and entertainment give me a range of contexts to draw from.
My current ongoing work includes:
Q. How much do you charge?
A. I'll work with you to suit your budget and circumstances. I work with a range of clients both large and small, for-profit and not-for-profit.
Q. Does using a wheelchair affect your work?
A. No. I drive myself to and from appointments and arrange for my own support people if needed. Relax, I can take care of the unique ability stuff – you just concentrate on how I can help you!
Q. You seem a bit too edgy for my organisation, can you tone it down a bit?
A. I’ll adjust my stance to your needs. Talk to me about your key messages and philosophies – we can decide together whether I’m right for the job.
Q. Hey, aren't you Steady Eddie?
A. No. Steady Eddie came onto the circuit and toured NZ at about the same time I started doing comedy. He has the same condition (cerebral palsy) so people experienced a bit of brand confusion. In fact we’re different in many ways. He stands – I use a wheelchair. He’s straight – I’m gay. He’s Australian – I’m intelligent (just kidding, I was actually born in England).
