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Female Operations
Worker: I went as a last minute thing decision and am so happy
I did. A few things she said hit so close to home, that it had to
make a difference. Both fabulous sessions showing how something so
small can make a huge change in your life both personal and
work.
Upstream solutions
Great sessions and nice to hear this feedback from someone who
actually has a real story and life experience that Di shares and
shows how she has applied what she teaches in a very real "no
bullshit" way
Thanks again
Male Operations Manager- upstream
I have
had the benefit of a wide range of experiences in my adult life,
through being a Lawyer, an Army Infantry Officer, Development
Financier, now the owner of a retail chain and last but not least a
Husband and Father of four.
During
this time I have benefited from being exposed to may inspirational
and motivational individuals. Di Padgett is equal, and in
some ways better than any I have seen. Why?
There are
two reasons. Firstly because she is so much like you and
I. That covers a pretty wide group! Secondly because
she offers powerful but practical advice that can change anyone’s
life for the better today and in the future. She did that for
me and a large number of my team. I recommend that you allow
her the same opportunity to do the same for you and anyone around
you.
Warwick Parer - Robins Kitchen
Just
like to let you know that I have changed a great deal since your
workshop!
I have been known to sing James Brown in the shower
I have asked people everyday at every opportunity about their good
news
I have always been able to find good news
I cleared my bedside table
I went to the doctors rooms and gave the telephonist a flower to
put on their desk to remind them to smile
I thanked a friend with a manicure gift voucher
I put stickers and glitter and wrapped a present with ribbon for my
half sisters birthday
I gave out flowers to people at a different workplaces if they
could tell me good news
I gave the retiring Director of Nursing a flower to remind her that
retiring means to stop work
I put make up on - even when it wasn't special occassion
I bought myself lunch on a hectic day
I gave my husband a massage
I requested lingerie for my birthday
I have found my sessions with the kids a lot more fun when I am
happy and full of energy
I have persuaded my husband that we should buy an apartment in the
CBD - we both went looking last Sunday and he met with agents for
look throughs yesterday - so much fun to have a new vision!
So yes - you have made a huge difference to my life - thanks!
But I already have a gift from you - the book - which I will get to
open at the staff room table at morning tea while wearing the
Birthday hat!
So no CD for me - just an encouraging letter for you to read out
whenever you need to - you deserve to hear good news!
Thanks
Andrea - Wantirna Heights School
Hi
Di,
Thanks for
the morning of inspiration at Wantirna Heights School last
week. Here’s my attempt to make some changes starting that
afternoon.
Day 1 Went
straight to the Estee Lauder counter of Myer and had a mini
makeover – bought new mascara and eye pencil. Not sure about the
look!
Day 2
Daughter at her father’s and I was home by myself. Bought
some smoked salmon and cheese and had a lovely glass of wine as my
dinner. Used the Wedgwood crockery!
Day 3 Got
into the gym and ran 4.5kms – pretty good for a new novice to
running.
Day 4
Decided to pay and get my car cleaned instead of putting it off for
me to do and get the exercise. Pity it rained the next day,
but the car is still nice and clean on the inside.
Day 5 Went
for another run in the gym. Spoke to my 21 year old son in
America and told him I loved him – he told me the same. I
miss him heaps. Had a nice cooked breakfast by
myself.
Day 6
Saved money on DVD rental by using a shop-a-docket.
Bought a notebook for my goals and have set some which
I am reaching. Must finish my tax by this Sunday.
Day 7
Resolved an issue with an upset 11 year old daughter (girls at
school thing) by suggesting a cup of milo would help.
Re-thought that and suggested she come to the gym with me.
She loved the idea and immediately got changed into training
gear. She soon forgot her troubles. I got to run and she played on
the equipment and listened to her iPod. Family and health in
one go! Very pleased with myself!
I am well
on the way to changing things. Can I back date this to Feb
06? I have lost 22 kilos since then and am happily
trying to loose a bit more. Work is good and I love my job –
I’ve really got into some study over the year and have started
tutoring one student a week as a result. So I’m getting the
money side of things happening.
Just have
one glitch and that’s with the ex-husband. Hard to have
positive thoughts about him when he messes with out daughter’s head
as he does. Need a little help here!
Have set
myself a goal for Feb 07. Do you know any decent single men
for this gorgeous 46 year old?
Gillian
- Wantirna Heights School
Hi
Di,
I would
like to thank you for your presentation last Thursday. It
reminded me of the little things that we forget along the way and
some of those deeply buried thoughts and feelings as well. I
have not had the TV on once in the morning, instead choosing music
and my 13 year old daughter and I have not had a fight since
(usually over her hair not going the right way). We have
taken to drinking out of wine glasses with our tea and this makes
my girl feel very grown up & special.
Amazingly you are right - when you ask they do respond by doing
it!!! Boy oh boy why didn't I think of that before.
My 76 year
old father thought I had lost the plot when he received his
birthday card, but it did make him laugh. I really enjoy
searching for stickers and little bit & pieces that can fit
inside the cards. Again thank you I like all the positive
energy that is around our home and we are planning to keep it
there.
Dara -
Wantirna Heights School.
Dear
Di,
Thankyou
for coming to speak to us on our PD Day on Wednesday the 16th of
August. You were fantastic & definitely made our day 'very
special'. You are a great speaker & captivated everyone in the
room. I really like the idea of asking the question: "What's been
the best thing about your day today?", & I have begun to use
that in everyday practice. I think this is a powerful question,
that can cheer someone up & put a smile on a colleagues face
straight away. Thankyou again Di & have a lovely
day.
Gosia
Cholewa - Speech Pathologist Wantirna Heights School
Hi,
Di.
Last week
I attended one of your seminars at Wantirna Heights School for
Autism. This is how my life has progresses since then:
Wed.16th:
Removed rolls of fabric from under bed and vaccumed it.
Thurs.17th: Told my
husband I loved him even though I think he's let himself go a
lot.
Fri.18th:
Used our good crockery and cutlery for dinner.
Sat.19th:
Had some time just to myself and enjoyed it without
guilt!
Sun.20th:
Went and saw my aged mother and enjoyed the visit.
Mon. 21st:
Accepted a compliment with grace.
Tues.22nd:
Asked around the dinner table what was the best thing about
everyone's day. (I have two sons and a husband)
Wed.23rd:
Had a long soaking bath and fell asleep in it!
Thurs.24th: Lit
candles for dinner and played soft music throughout.
Fri.25th
(today) Let the day flow without worrying about the future and
guess what? I had a great day! I have an eclectic mix of music at
home but don't have 'I feel good' by James Brown and think it would
be rather nice to have. I've attended many seminars over the years
re: positive attitudes to life and setting goals etc but yours was
different because you told us your story about your childhood etc.,
I thought the day was a hoot! Thanks.
Anonymous -
Wantirna Heights School
Hi
Di,
Thanks for
last Wed at Wantirna Heights School, it was a great day - very
refreshing! Things I have done in response to your
presentation:
-Changed
towels over, now using best towels we received as a wedding gift
(four years ago) and my husband is very happy as he had already
pointed out to me that the guests always get the nice
towels!
-set table
for dinner that night with wine glasses!!
-lit all
13 candles on our candelbra for dinner that night
-visited 2
butchers at the south melb market
-bought
flowers
-had a
bath with candles - run by and lit by husband (I have a great
husband!!)
-bought
new underwear (sorry no photos)
-cleared
out clutter from my car (which is a lot as it is my portable
office)
-bought
new shoes for job interview, very different style - a
change!!
-sent
numerous cards (about 8, all with stickers and several
with your notes included!)
-wrote a
list of 50 achievements
-wrote a
list of goals, mostly dated
-asked
people "what's the best thing"
-cooked
myself nice dinners this week whilst my husband has been
away
-had a
girls night last night
-changed
alarm to wake up to nice tones on mob which start soft and get
louder (instead of news)
-have not
listened to news before leaving home or in the car on the
way to work and only occasionally on the way home, have not watched
any news
-have
watched little TV, one or two nights in ten
days
-have been
more positive towards most things (work, staff, students, friends,
family and myself)
-postive
self-talk (especially before interview!)
-have
taken time out for myself (to have a bath, practise music, have
brunch)
-told the
people that I love that I love them
-celebrated two
special occasions by baking cakes for them and giving
gifts (birthday and confirmation)
-been
incredibly busy but have enjoyed life and the simple
things!
-sent this
email!!!!!
Anonymous -
Wantirna Heights School
We were
looking for a Key Note Speaker for our 2006 annual client
convention and following a very long thin thread of events I was
finally referred to and met Di Padgett.
We were
looking for a special kind of person who had a very specific
message to deliver – and it was important that the speaker would
need to deliver their message with boundless enthusiasm and
passion. The pre-determined convention theme was "The Man in the
Mirror". It was pitched at "self". Our clients are all dynamic
small business owners and operators of wide-ranging types of
different businesses and they are from 'all corners' of
Australia and New Zealand. Some have 50+ employees and others
have only a few. Some have only been in business for a few years,
while others have been for 30+ years. Some have millions of dollars
turnover per year, while others have (even!) less than a million.
None-the-less, they all understand one thing… to build a World
Class Business, they must develop quality systems to run their
business and develop quality people to work their systems. As a
result of this understanding, they are into systems development and
people development.
I
connected with Di Padgett at "hello" when we first began to chat,
exploring the possibility of her being our speaker. We engaged her
and briefed her on our desired outcome and with "The Man in the
Mirror" theme. When Di arrived at our convention in Alice
Springs she became a fixture – a part of the furniture, as if
she has been there with us all the time! Our clients and our team
all warmed to Di at "hello" and this was the day before she was
scheduled to present. Di was brilliant to work with and by the time
she stood up in front of her audience for the first formal time we
knew that she was going to find it difficult to exit! We knew that
she would be 'hounded' until her plane departed; as she was! Di was
a huge hit with every attendee and subsequently our clients have
given feedback that Di was the "icing on top of the cake". For
weeks after they have been talking about Di and her 'many'
presentations to us over those 'timeless' two days in Alice Springs
– and at the end, no-one wanted it to finish!
Without
hesitation, Di Padgett would've been my first choice if I'd met her
12 months earlier when we first began to seek a Key Note Speaker
for this event. Even with hind-sight, I don't believe we could've
planned it better. Di is so very special, a wonderful presenter and
served our convention with Blue Ribbon and Five Star Glory. Di
delivered exactly as she promised… and some… with a whole lot
more! If you want to ask me more about Di, please don't
hesitate to call me on 0500-6962-01. I'll tell you the truth! (LOL)
which is far too hot to put in writing in a public document.
[;-) She truly is a Brilliant Lady!
Thanks so
Much Di for sharing your story, your messages, your enthusiasm and
packaging it up with passion. Our clients loved your part in our
convention, as we did. Just brilliant!Enjoy!and Here's to
More Life!
Don Farnden - Nationwide Training Australia
Di did
an excellent presentation on achieving a work life balance for our
predominately HR audience. What Di brings to the audience is her
warmth and real life stories. The audience could relate to her
stories and they would laugh or share a smile because she speaks
from experience and she is REAL. What makes Di unique as a
motivational speaker is she doesn't preach and give
you all the hype which some motivational speakers tend to do. She
is a mother, a business woman and a wife. Hence she is able to
engage the audience and share her real life stories with humour,
passion and honesty. The strategies she provides are not rocket
science but rather simple things that we often take for granted or
forget to apply in our daily lives. She reminds us to reconnect
with our family, friends, work, health and oneself to achieve
a better work life balance.
Dasy
Ieng - Channel Development Manager - The Age Company
Ltd
Hello
Di,
I attended
the Age Luncheon on Friday 4th and I just wanted to let you
know that I thought you presented excellent. It made me think
a lot about a number of different things and I have certainly taken
on board a great deal. So thank you! Also – I tried out the
‘What was the best thing about your day’ with my partner who is
sometimes a little short of words and it was so nice to get a great
response which was ‘seeing you’. Much better than getting an
answer if he’s day was not so good!
I do hope
to attend some of your seminars or courses in the
future.
I hope you
have had a great day and had a chance to enjoy the
sunshine!
Thanks
again.
Bryn
Leon - Recruitment Specialist
Hi
Di
It was
great hearing your presentation on Friday. Already I have started
to ask my son what the best part of his day is at dinner each
night. It has only taken a few day and already I'm getting sensible
answers. I also emailed your web page to my team about your top 10
secrets to being happy.
I hope
that cheers some of them up.
Carolyn
Hall SBS Manager Customer Services & Human
Resources
Hi
Di I attended your presentation on Friday at the Museum,
thank you for a wonderful inspirational presentation, as requested
I have introduced two things to put a positive spin on my
day:
1. When I
wake up I choose my attitude ie I'm going to be positive and have
fun.
2. I ask
my husband and 4.5 year old son 'What's the best thing about your
day?' which so far they have had to think about for quite some
time, but I keep at them, nicely, until they give me an
answer. It has even rubbed off on my husband and he asked me
the other day when I walked in the door and it felt great. I do ask
my daughter but she is only 21months so when she is old enough to
answer she will be ready to answer.
thank you
and have a fantastic day
Lisa
Seymour Instructional Designer Human Resources Transurban
Limited
Attending the lunch
and meeting you ! Thank you so much, for a laugh, and just a good
old fashioned dose of common sense . Have a great
weekend
PS Thank
you for your compliment for smiling at you , it was my pleasure
!
COLLEEN
TANKARD - MRCSA Partner Legal People
Hi
Di
Firstly
just want to say a huge thank-you for your session that you
presented on Friday at the The Age My Career Luncheon. It was such
a refreshing seminar to attend and I left feeling rejuvenated and
up beat. That night I spoke to my partner and said, 'what is the
greatest thing in your life right now?' firstly he looked at me
really puzzled as if I was ill and then when he realised I was
serious answered the question with 'it's the weekend' which was a
start. We have now made a pact that at the end of each day we will
ask each other what the best part of our day was.
This is
something that my parents actually made us do around the dinner
table each night when we were kids so it is nice to once again
commence doing it.
This
morning in my usual team meeting I commenced the discussion with,
what was the great about your weekend and it created a nice
atmosphere on what can sometimes be a unexciting Monday morning
meeting. I plan to also ask the team regularly what is the best
part of their job that they love, which will have the impact I hope
of motivation and focussing on the positive points where sometimes
you only hear about the problems.
I must say
I love the birthday hat! For everyone's birthday we have morning
tea which everyone contributes to by baking or buying something on
the way to work as well as all signing a card. Your birthday hat
would be a tremendous addition that would be well received! So if I
am fortunate enough to be one of the winning entries in terms of
implementing tips from your workshop we would love a hat- otherwise
i'll source one as they are a great idea for making that day even
more special for the birthday person and team!
Once again
many thanks for your seminar- it was really enjoyable!
Marita
Porter - Recruitment Team Lead Shared Business Services -
Human Resources Cadbury Schweppes
TO
THOSE WHO WANT BETTER - I am the Managing Director and principal
owner of Robins Kitchen which I am proud to say is the largest
private kitchenware chain in Australia. I have had the benefit of a
wide range of experiences in my adult life, through being a Lawyer,
an Army Infantry Officer, Development Financier, now the owner of a
retail chain and last but not least a Husband and Father of four.
During this time I have benefited from being exposed to may
inspirational and motivational individuals. Di Padgett is equal,
and in some ways better than any I have seen. Why? There are two
reasons. Firstly because she is so much like you and I. That covers
a pretty wide group! Secondly because she offers powerful but
practical advice that can change anyone's life for the better today
and in the future. She did that for me and a large number of my
team. I recommend that you allow her the same opportunity to do the
same for you and anyone around you.
Warwick Parer - Robins Kitchen
On
December 2nd 2004, Di Padgett was the guest speaker at the Melton
Home Based Business / Business Links Seminar. In a room of
Businesses seeking new innovative ways of motivating themselves /
their staff, Di delivered a fantastic presentation on "How to
achieve a Better Work-Life Balance". With the audience captivated,
Di's genuine passion was evident, referring to a number of key
challenges and strategies to address them based on many of her real
life experiences. Feedback from the audience indicated Di's message
had inspired them to achieve their goals. Di's presentation was
very professional, humorous and was delivered at an informal level
that captured the audience and had them interacting with Di
throughout the presentation. She definitely has had a long standing
impact on the audience.
Troy Scobles - Melton Shire Council
Extremely valuable
presentation to the Home Based and Small Business Community. Di's
down to Earth style helped her really connect to the business and
generated enormous amount of discussion and positive feedback about
how the audience easily related to her key points.
Kirsty Lumley - Melton Shire Council
I had
the pleasure of being in the audience of a recent Maroondah HomeBiz
networking function which is supported by the Maroondah Council. At
this session, Di Padgett gave a presentation on how to achieve a
better 'Work Life Balance'. After speaking with many of those
present, I can attest that the attendees, myself included, were
able to identify a number of key strategies and changes which we
could implement immediately to improve our current lifestyle.
Notably, the main reason why Di's presentation was so powerful and
meaningful, is that she is not an academic, but rather an example
of someone who can empower others by sharing the methods she has
used to overcome personal challenges. Given her life experiences
and genuine passion to assist people to reach their fullest
potential, the audience was fully captivated by her presentation.
The style in which the presentation was delivered was extremely
professional, yet her delivery had an element of informality which
further engaged all present. Importantly, when delivering a session
in a limited timeframe, Di was extremely focussed on the topic and
had clearly fully researched and thoroughly prepared the
presentation for her target audience.
Leanne Anderson - Economic Development Maroondah City Council
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I would
highly recommend Di, she is truely inspirational and a lot of fun.
The feedback we recieved from our members was very enthusiastic and
they all felt they could take on what Di spoke about to bring
positive changes to their life.
Cheryl Keir - Manager Fernwood Fitness Centre Narre Warren -
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client please click here
The
feedback and response was nothing short of amazing. The general
feedback was how "real" Di was. Since our two day retreat I have
seen incredible changes in my Managers. Was I happy with Di
Padgett? YOU BET! Would I recommend her services? DEFINITELY!
Alaine McWhinney - Vic State Manager
UnderCoverWear
The
program is with integrity and credibility with a style that is
refreshingly honest. Your people and business will certainly
benefit from involvement of any kind with the "You Are Special"
programs.
Jenny Della - Vedova Sales & Marketing Manager Richmond
Football Club
Di
Padgett is one of the most dynamic people l have ever had the
fortune to meet. With her strong commitment to helping people she
works hard to ensure that she delivers her best every time.
Scott Amy - Project Director Pacific institute
"You
Are Special" was inspirational and kicked off our year in a
positive way. Our team was motivated to work together and move
forward.
Kit Wong - Client Services Manager- Care Connect
In more
than 8 years in the training field I have seldom come across an
individual with the energy, enthusiasm, commitment, communication
skills and first hand knowledge of this lady.
Dale Cockayne - General Manager - Yarra Ranges
Training.
Laughter and good
spirit abounds the rooms and this has flowed through to the
children's attitude and behaviour. I have also noticed that several
of the girls have grown and are more settled in their personal
life, this I am certain can be attributed to your philosophy of
whole of life and not just work life separate from personal
life.
David Hams - Chief Executive office Smarties Early Learning
& Child Care Centres
The
"participation method" always works well for us and we thoroughly
enjoy your style - it's a great teaching technique. You certainly
made everyone feel special.
Carole Zarb - State Manager - Postie Fashions
"People
changed". Di used her own story to inspire women to cope with
difficult situations. Four of our women have gone on to develop
fulfilling careers.
Kaileen Pearson BBSc ( Hon) - Anglicare
Personal
Testimonials
I met
Di at one of her courses about 6 years ago. At the time I was
feeling lonely and a very negative about life. Di taught me to
start noticing all the great things around me and to take action
for myself. I started going to the gym, and I wrote a list - for my
perfect guy. In a very short time he arrived - literally on my
doorstep and I'm now happily married with 3 kids. If I have a hard
day now its much easier to get back on top of things by remembering
Di's advice to think about all the great things in my life that I
can be thankful for - and to have a good laugh! Thanks Di, you are
a wonderfully infectious person, I still think back to the great
moments of inspiration that I got from your course!
Tania Mitchell
Sometimes when things
are not going the way that you would like them to, and you chat to
your family or friends, or even just think about what is wrong in
your life, you attract more of the same. With the skills that I
have a aquired through the courses that I have done with Di
Padgett, at You Are Special, I can honestly say that with practice
and perserverence, I can change what comes into my life through the
power of my thoughts.... Let Di show you how... You will truly be
amazed with the results. Thanks Di!
Tracey Waters-James
Di was
a wonderful inspiration to me, beginning at least 7 - 8 years ago.
A time in my life when I was a negative & quite depressed
person & I was looking for change in my life. Di's courses
& classes have helped me mentally, physically, emotionally
& spiritually. Through all of lifes' lessons, whenever I have
been knocked down, I can always hear Di's inspiring words in the
back of my mind to help lift me up & get me back on my feet.
Through 'Happiness', 'Get Real', 'Goal Setting' & 'You Are
Special' courses, I have so many tools that have helped me achieve
so much more in my life than I ever anticipated. I am grateful that
Di & You Are Special crossed my path when I was at a crossroads
in my life not knowing which direction to take. She is truly an
Earth Angel.
Bev O'Sullivan
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