Public Speaking & Media Training
I am much more confident speaking in a meeting or delivering a speech in front of guests after working with Graeme. I never thought I could overcome the fear that came with public speaking. He has given me the tools I need to become a better public speaker and deliver whatever message I need to get across in a confident manner. Thank you again Graeme for helping me overcome my fear of public speaking.
Luke Schinella – Schinellas Your Local Market
“I have complete trust in Graeme’s knowledge, capability, and skill to impart what he has learned to others. I’ve been coached by him and seen him deliver what he teaches, I can’t think of a more well credentialed person to produce such a book”.
Dr. Nick Takos Lecturer and Researcher – Sport and Recreation at University of South Australia
“I’ve always wanted to speak more confidently in work and social circumstances but didn’t know where to start. Now thanks to Graeme I have the tool set and courage to speak comfortably and confidently in any environment.”
Michael Schinella -Schinellas Your Local Market
Thanks to Graeme Goodings who delivered his Media Training and Public Speaking workshop to key staff at the Synod of SA office over 2 days last week. Lots to think about and some great advice on managing the media and public speaking.
Bridget Ransome – Executive Officer Engagement at Uniting Church in SA
“That would have been time well spent. Graeme Goodings is a gold mine of helpful tips and tricks.” Gail Ruth Miller – Aged Care Explained
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I reached out to Graeme to fine tune my media and interview skills. Graeme was able to offer professional advice in an easy to understand format and I gained confidence as a result. Graeme is very personable and provides good after sales service too. Highly recommended.
Scott Houston Table Tennis Australia – Chief Executive Officer
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“ It was Brilliant and real skills for personal growth were learned – will cherish all the notes I took – Thanks Graeme “
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Master of Ceremonies – Keynote Speaker
“We engaged Graeme to be our keynote speaker for Southern Cross Care’s first online event, The Age Well Online Forum 2020. He was professional and extremely easy to work with, even promoting the event on his radio show prior to the event!
His presentation was at the same time heartfelt, entertaining and engaging. He was approachable and offered attendees tips on how to stay positive through dark times.
An absolute pleasure to work with, we look forward to partnering with him again in the future.” – Jacquie McLean, Events Coordinator Southern Cross Care (SA, NT & VIC) Inc.
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Dear Graeme
Thank you for being our MC for our recent three day conference, held at the Adelaide Oval.
Your personable and friendly manner made it easy to work with you, and you provided a sense of calm to the conference which put the many speakers at ease.
Your professionalism is second to none, and you showed real interest in the speakers and their topics. I appreciated your guidance, and your sincere approach to your master of ceremonies duties.
We will certainly recommend you as MC to the many conferences we organise.
Patti Sbrissa
Project Manager
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We enjoyed working with Graeme on the Lionhearts Luncheon for the Time for Kids program. Graeme’s style is warm and gregarious. He was professional and patient during all our interactions with him. On the day he worked seamlessly with our changes. He is a consummate master of ceremonies and I would highly recommend Graeme for your next event.
Naomi Ebert Smith
General Manager Communications, Relationships Australia South Australia
Cancer Council SA recently engaged Graeme to MC the annual Chairman’s Appreciation Luncheon. From the first point of contact, Graeme was a breeze to work with.
A generous man with his time, Graeme engaged with the audience both professionally and personally.
Without any stresses he seamlessly MC’d the event, interviewed cancer researchers, participated in video footage and put his magical touch on the day that was enjoyed by 180 guests.
A one of a kind man, who we greatly appreciate. Thank you Graeme! Smiles all round.
Cancer Council SA – Chairman’s Appreciation Luncheon, October 2019
Bonnie Allmond, Philanthropy Officer
“We recently engaged Graeme Goodings to MC our Drakes Supermarkets Supplier Conference.
We found Graeme to be not only a professional; but also someone who engaged with our delegates both on and off the microphone.
He was extremely accommodating to work with and executed everything that was asked of him in a friendly & hospitable manner.”
Drakes Supermarkets
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“It was an absolute pleasure to have Graeme MC for our Annual Breast Cancer Luncheon again.
Graeme contributed so much to the smooth running of the day, with his audience control, professionalism and kindness.
The team have unanimously voted to have Graeme back again, Thank you!”
Amanda Jones – Clinical Nurse, Breast Care Coordinator
I had little doubt that you would be an exceptional emcee for our Aged & Community Services Australia (ACSA) SA/NT Awards for Excellence.
Graeme, thank you for your professionalism and expertise and your personable approach, and of course that wonderful distinguished voice.
I appreciated the fact that you arrived early to view the setup and check the running sheet to make sure that everything would proceed without a hitch.
You made everyone feel welcome, relaxed and connected and I received wonderful feedback on the night.
It was great to work with you, thank you so much for your contribution to a very successful night Office Manager
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Dear Graeme
On behalf of the members of The Friends of the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Inc., I thank you most sincerely for opening the 2018 Friends Annual Conference.
Your speech was truly inspiring. You connected beautifully with the audience, not to mention your humour which was thoroughly enjoyed by all!Thank you also for presenting the life member citations, your participation made this special ceremony memorable for these new life members.
Thank you once again.
Yours sincerely
MRS PAULINE LINKE
President, Council
The Friends of the Women’s & Children’s Hospital Inc.
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Graeme It has been a month and accolades are still coming in.
I want to thank you for not only the sensational job you did on the night of the Commodores Dinner but also the work that you did prior to the dinner. To try to communicate with eight past Commodores to gain some insight and their contribution to the Cruising Yacht Club of SA’s success was no mean feat!
The night was a huge success and was run with such professionalism, kindness and humour. Your respectful interviews of each of these past Commodores or their representative drew out some amazing and humorous stories.
The night would not have been such a success without your input.
We will most certainly use your services again in the future.
Kind regards
Jacqueline Heffernan – Commodore
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“Graeme draws on his extensive television experience to inspire an audience about the power of video in the new digital era. His presentation to the Northern Business Breakfast demonstrated the future direction of business promotion and marketing.”
Rick Henke – The Northern Business Breakfast – SA’s largest monthly business breakfast of business leaders.
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In my role as Patron of the Advertiser Foundation I am responsible for many major functions raising money for charity in Adelaide.
In his capacity as MC I have called on Graeme Goodings to host many of these events including the annual Melbourne Cup day function for more than 850 people.
Graeme has been able to control, charm and entertain the audience with style and class befitting events of the stature I am organising.
I would not hesitate to recommend him in the capacity of host, MC or guest speaker.
Angela Condous
Patron The Advertiser Foundation
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Graeme,
Sincere thanks for your exceptional MCing of numerous Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation Gala Dinners during my time as Chairman.
Your attention to detail and appreciating and understanding the requirements of the evenings, coupled with your professionalism and style ensured that all the functions were of outstanding success with numerous thanks and positive remarks on your MCing of our prestigious events.
Kind Regards,
Michael Luchich
Chairman, Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation
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I have known Graeme Goodings for nearly 20 years both personally and professionally and can vouch for him as one of the best presenters I have seen.
Graeme was always the complete professional. He was well prepared, presented immaculately and of course has vast experience. He also connects well with people, both as an audience and at a personal level.
Steven Trigg
Chief Executive, Carlton Football Club
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“Graeme brings an incredible depth of professionalism to AIIA’s flagship conferences and events in the role of master of ceremonies.
He is a perfect choice when events involve senior business executives and government officials. His in-depth, before the event preparation combined with focus on audience and sponsor needs results in glowing feedback from our stakeholders at the highest levels”
Byron Riessen General Manager
AIIA Australia Information Industry Association
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Our event was a great success. We were fortunate indeed that Graeme Goodings gave of his time and his expertise so generously.
Graeme is a person of immense skill and experience who is personable and engaging, his key to success is his willingness to invest in your success.
Sharyn Roberts
General Manager RSL Virtual War Memorial
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Thank you for your support particularly in your role as a bowel cancer survivor in working with Cancer Council SA to raise awareness in the community about this insidious disease. Your ability to communicate messages with empathy and understanding to a wide range of people has been most valuable for us.
Thanks
Professor Brenda Wilson CE
Cancer Council SA
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‘Life. Be in it’ was appointed to manage the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Special Olympics National Games, held at the Adelaide Dome.
It was a special event and the program was designed to give athletes with an intellectual disability the “time of their lives” – and it did.
However, this would not have been possible without the enthusiastic support of the compere – Graeme Goodings.
His understanding and well spoken presentation throughout the show was one of the reasons the Opening Ceremony was declared the best ever!
General Manager Life, Be in it.
Darrilyn Wood
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It was obvious to all present that Graeme has a consummate talent in public speaking and presentations. Indeed he was late leaving because of the enthusiastic reaction from those attending. They “headed him off at the pass”.
Graeme handled the situation with great aplomb – as one would expect from such an experienced media personality.
Rob Sandercock
Past President of Legacy
South Australia and Broken Hill
