These exceptional leaders showed Stephen how to reprogram his mind and create solutions, rather than focus on problems. That critical thinking is essential for solving the unsolvable. Mental strength is acquired by making decisions without fear or prejudice.
These decisions, however, are only as worthy as the actions that follow. He learned that resilience was developed when he accepted that ‘the desire for a convenient excuse’ is the ever-present arch-enemy. They taught Stephen that contribution is the pathway to mutual advantage. Goals, even those that appear impossible, become factual when the spirit of willingness is employed.
Stephen learned that personal potential is limitless when inner-drive is relentless.
Thanks to their tutelage, Stephen realised that when he faced his struggle, he had an opportunity to see who he was. When he allowed others to lead him during the struggle, he discovered who he could become. When it was his turn to help others conquer their struggles, he could teach them who they could be.
These exceptional leaders helped Stephen build a foundation from which he could launch his new life.
In 2002, Stephen launched his own leadership business, Smiling Tiger, to share these lessons and teach their successful application in business, community and personal.
During this time, Smiling Tiger has grown exponentially and become the Smiling Tiger Group.
By seeking to add value and committing to the growth of others, he discovered his true life-purpose.
To create exceptional leaders.
Stephen’s Keynotes, Coaching and Group Workshops have been engaged by:
- 500+ Corporations (Banking, Finance, Insurance, Law, Construction, Medical)
- 80,000+ SMEs, managers, sales teams, franchisors and entrepreneurs
- University (Guest) lecturer (2012-2022): JCU (MBA Leadership), UQ (Leadership)
- Government: Federal, State, Local & Qld Police (Leadership)
- Community: 600+ Schools, Elite Sports, Fitness Clubs & Mental Health Clinics
- Ambassador for The Hopkins Centre: Research in Resilience and Rehabilitation
