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Keynotes & Talks on Mental Fitness and Emotional Resilience Leadership Under Pressure

I’m Irena-Marie Makowska, a mental health specialist, therapist and workplace wellbeing consultant, and I speak to organisations that operate in high-pressure, high-responsibility environments.

 

My talks focus on mental fitness, emotional resilience and human performance, helping leaders and teams understand how the brain responds to pressure, change and uncertainty, and how to perform sustainably without burning out.

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I work with organisations who want clarity, impact and practical takeaways, not motivational hype.

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SPEAKER: I AM NOT A ROBOT...

Trusted by Global Organisations

I have delivered talks and programmes for individuals and teams within organisations including Airbus Group, ENSEEIHT University, ISAE Supaero (Aerospace University), Euroavia, Toastmasters Leadership Programme and ENAC (National School of Civil Aviation) as well as professional audiences.

I am also a TEDx speaker, delivering the talk:

“I Am Not a Robot... ” 

 

This work is trusted in environments where performance, safety and decision-making matter.

Who My Talks Are For

My speaking is particularly relevant for:

  • Senior leaders and leadership teams

  • Managers under sustained pressure

  • High-performing technical or specialist teams

  • Organisations navigating growth, change or uncertainty

  • International and culturally diverse workforces

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​If your people are capable, committed and under pressure, my work resonates.

Speaking Topics

I Am Not a Robot™ - Rebooting the Human in You

 

A keynote exploring:

  • Human performance in high-pressure environments

  • How the brain responds to stress and overload

  • Why burnout happens - even in capable people

  • How to restore focus, motivation and resilience

  • The power of imagination and emotional intelligence

 

Ideal for leadership events, conferences and senior teams.

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All talks are tailored to your audience, sector and objectives

 

Formats range from 30-minute keynotes to half-day sessions.

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Mental Fitness & Emotional Resilience at Work

  • Understanding stress, anxiety and emotional overload

  • How emotional responses affect decision-making and communication

  • Practical tools to regulate pressure and maintain clarity

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Designed for organisations where sustained performance is essential.

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Leadership Under Pressure

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  • Emotional intelligence in leadership

  • Self-awareness and behavioural impact

  • Leading with presence, clarity and stability during uncertainty

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Particularly effective for management and leadership development programmes.

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The Human Factor in High-Performance Teams

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  • How mindset, emotion and nervous-system regulation affect results

  • Preventing burnout without lowering standards

  • Supporting teams without overstepping boundaries

 

Ideal for technical, specialist or safety-critical environments.

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What Makes My Speaking Different 

  • Grounded in neuroscience and behavioural psychology

  • Calm, credible and evidence-informed

  • No jargon, no hype, no generic wellbeing messaging

  • Practical insights people can actually apply

  • Designed for real-world leadership and organisational challenges

 

This is not therapy on stage, it is human performance education.

Outcomes Organisations Value

 

Audiences consistently report:

  • Increased awareness of stress and behavioural patterns

  • Greater emotional regulation and clarity under pressure

  • Improved communication and leadership presence

  • Practical tools they continue using after the event

 

Leaders often say the talks help them reframe pressure, not just manage it.

Formats & Delivery

Keynote presentations

  • Leadership events and conferences

  • Internal organisational talks

  • Away days and strategy sessions

  • In-person or online delivery

 

Talks can be standalone or integrated into wider wellbeing or leadership programmes.

Let’s Discuss Your Event

 

If you’re looking for a speaker who brings depth, authority and practical value, I’d be happy to discuss your audience and objectives.

 

Enquire About Speaking Availability
All conversations are exploratory and obligation-free.

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