About Blackbelt in Excellence

Feedback from the two session that you ran was absolutely tremendous, both the content of the sessions and the mode of delivery was first rate and I have no doubt that the messages you conveyed really resonated with our team. I also really appreciate the time you took to understand our business and integrate these learning’s into your sessions.

Mortgage Ezy is renowned for its cutting edge conferences. Integral to these events is the company’s ability to attract the best and brightest speakers available.

Peter was the Key Note Speaker and Master Of Ceremonies for our annual Congress Convention. Right from the first discussions with Peter on the telephone I knew that he would be a fantastic presenter.

His energetic enthusiasm combined with his polished professionalism makes for a sensational session in any event. Our audience left this session with some very practical and applicable tools to create change in their lives.

However, it was the extra care, effort and attention Peter gave to the MC role that really held our event together. What was most striking was the genuine manner with which Peter engaged with the all participants, from our staff to the attendees and other guest speakers.

Nothing was too much trouble, everything was given appropriate attention, and everyone at the event felt his presence as a collaborative and contributing force.

Occasionally one is lucky enough in business to come across someone who exceeds all expectations; Peter is one of these people.

If you are considering using Peter – I suggest that you act quickly as he is going to be a man in demand.

You provided something completely different, and because of your background and achievements, it was more than just motivational – it got their blood going! I’ve received a number of positive comments from the attendees and it is something none of them will forget. The entire experience was thoroughly enjoyable and helped make a great day for us. This was the second time I’ve experienced your performance, and given the opportunity, I’d certainly do it again!

The “Blackbelt in Excellence” event run recently was one of the most highly rated events in this Chapter’s Education Program. The sequence of activities was top class and each built on the learning of the previous activities. The evening culminated in the motivational presentation by Peter Thurin, which related the disciplines involved in the Martial Arts to our daily lives with respect to both family and business. Our members left energised and highly motivated, having achieved results that they believed were beyond their capabilities. Peter, I congratulate you on this superb workshop and would recommend you as a top class motivational presenter any time.

I just wanted to thank you once again for the fantastic conference and for what your presentation - its message, enthusiasm, fun and professionalism - has meant to my people and myself as we embark on a new year.

I don’t think words can explain the effect that Peter had on the delegates and the experience at our national conference. I do honestly believe it was life changing for many of them and they were all very affected by it.

Peter,

I have just settled back to work after the amazing 5 days in China at the "Next Course".

I just wanted to say I have sat through a lot of motivational speakers over the years but you were a real revelation and a genuine catalyst for change.

If I took away one thing it was "get in the game". You said it over and over again and I thank you for it. Since I returned I have built my own website and started to do things to develop rather than observe from the sidelines…to celebrate my passions.

Thanks a million mate...

All the best and a lot of continued success...

Peter did a magnificent job at our recent sales and marketing conference in the Barossa Valley.

Most people probably think that keynote speakers have one stock standard presentation that conference organisers need to match to their theme. Well they don't know what Peter Thurin does before he does his thing.

We drew great confidence from several interactions we had with Peter prior to his session. His presentation was at the end of an action packed three days and we were looking for Peter to pull all the themes we had threaded through the conference and weave them into an action plan.

His work ethic and determination to ensure he delivered exactly what we were looking for was magnificent, as was the product he delivered. Full of energy and humour, he nailed all our key messages and challenged everyone in the room to make the changes necessary for them to take our business forward.

The feedback from the delegates has been extremely positive. As someone who has previously been motivated by Peter to take those first steps to change my ways, I look forward to seeing the transformational change we are seeking in this business gather momentum over the next few weeks.

I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for the recent workshop and keynote address you delivered for the national Sensis Learning and Development team during our recent team event in Melbourne. Some of the words the team and I now use to describe you and the work you do at  “blackbelt in excellence” include; energetic, inspiring, challenging, rewarding, thought…wait, action provoking!! The time you spent with me prior to the workshop was invaluable in preparing for the session. You really took the time to understand what my desired outcomes were and you were obviously focused and committed to ensuring they were achieved.  You even managed me when I had some initial doubts that the team would be open and responsive!  All I can say is that the preparation paid off, in bucket loads! The workshop was not only incredibly relevant for the team but it took a newly formed group of employees who were unsure of themselves and what they were capable of, both as individuals and as a group, to a place where there is a whole new dynamic in play!  The team was really able to challenge some of their initial thinking and beliefs and really consider new possibilities – they were inspired by your words but more importantly, inspired by their capacity to do something they never thought was possible and in that, consider what else was possible for them as individuals and as a team. Right from the start you told me the session would break down barriers and have the team thinking and acting in a new way – and you were right!  I have seen such improvement in attitude and behaviour since the workshop – it really was a great success!

We have just returned from Sanctuary Cove where we had Peter Thurin on site for different sessions for one of our pharmaceutical clients. And, once again, a triumph! Peter literally brought the house down with "blackbelt in excellence" and I can't recommend him highly enough.

Such was the response to his session, that our debrief with the client will include plans to further his involvement with the group at their mid-year Conference. Talk about hit the nail on the head and know how to get the best from a group! The response was overwhelming enthusiasm and I really believe that he changed a few lives in the room on Wednesday morning.

In addition to achieving a 100% board breaking success rate through a very varied age group, our clients were amazed at Peter's research, preparation and understanding of their business - he delivered EVERY key message and really got through where others have failed.

As I was leaving, the internal conference organiser said: "I will never forget this morning, never, the whole of my life. I feel amazing." Truly, that's a quote! And I think this was a sentiment that would be shared by much of the group.

Suffice it to say, once again, we are ecstatic and so are our clients. Please pass on my grateful thanks to Peter and I look forward to working with him again in the near future.

On behalf of us all at Orica Mining Services, I want to thank you for your “blackbelt in excellence” event at our Leadership Conference in Kuala Lumpur. Your combination of passion, energy and optimism was an inspiration to so many of our team and the key messages were right on agenda for our central conference themes. Great stuff.

What a great performance Peter, thank you for a spectacular motivational session. You certainly grabbed the attention of the audience with your enthusiasm, humour and good fun approach to emphasise your message.

Your efforts to both physically get to us and prepare your presentation at such short notice are to be commended. One thing I have learnt from my two years in South Australia is that the business world is very conservative, which means the task of motivation becomes a true art form. I thank you for creating a sense of Toyota Sales ownership amongst your audience last night. Your approach to the Toyota Sales Network was simple, but very effective . . . mind over matter will always produce the desired result. Whether it is Martial Arts, Lawn Bowls, Beauty Therapy or Toyota Sales the desire for that exclusive “Blackbelt in Excellence” should never die.

'I can guarantee that Peter Thurin through his "blackbelt in excellence" programme will motivate your staff. He has brought together his experience from many years in the pharmacy business with his passion for taekwondo and combines this with the message you want to deliver, to build an action packed two hour session.'

'In a refreshing linkage of physical and classroom style he demonstrates the power of positive attitude. Peter is a terrific storyteller, he delivers anecdotes from his personal experience in a most professional and amusing manner. The process he employs builds through several stages, culminating in an explosion of group energy unlike anything I have witnessed before.'

'His message is simple and inescapably correct. Your most valuable resource is your people. Their most valuable possession is their relationships with your customers.'

'A truly memorable session. We will be using him again.'

Pete, thanks for sharing a system that works! What I love most about the book, apart from real stories and true inspiration, is that I can apply the lessons to swimming, relationships, parenthood and business.

Peter was sensational. He met with us on a number of occasions in the lead up to the event to ensure his presentation was tailored to our specific needs. He blew us away!

How fortunate we are, to have had the opportunity to work with you over the last two years, and what a difference to our business and culture you have made!
 
You bring to the table a complete package:

* consistency - we are never allowed to move on and pass over our learning's
* inspiration - you find and provide inspiration from many sources 
* purpose - keeping us focused on the ultimate goal - not allowing distractions
* a great deal of shared business knowledge and experience - we are always learning from others
* real passion for what you do - you are an integral part of our team, and
* you care - it says it all!

We are on the way to delivering on our BHAG - because of your contribution to WHK CW - without your direction and guidance - we would be still floundering. 
 
Personally, you have lead me to a higher level of personal development and achievement that I would never have dreamed possible - and I will never be able to thankyou enough.
 
I have said so many times to colleagues and friends - you get my "head right" - you see through the Mir and babble - and provide me with clarity and direction.
 
To "be the best you can be" takes a lot of commitment, passion and enthusiasm - and you bring these attributes to life in us.
 
Thankyou for your past contribution, and looking forward to sharing the successes of the future together.

Thank you for the fantastic program that you put together for our leadership forum.

Feedback from the sessions that you ran was absolutely tremendous. Both the content of the sessions and the mode of delivery was first rate and I have no doubt that the messages you conveyed really resonated with our team. I also really appreciate the time you took to understand our business and integrate these learnings into your sessions.

Peter your session from the outset was designed to be different and as our delegates entered the room they new they were in for something new. Your presentation style was professional and warm and you filled each of our delegates with the confidence to approach the solution rather than the problem. All of our delegates have expressed to our Schwarzkopf Professional team how delighted they are to have been present throughout your demonstration and presentation. Your material was first rate. Your presentation has guaranteed a greater business future for all of our delegates.

What can I say about Peter Thurin – what a genuinely passionate, energetic, charismatic human being! He filled the room with enthusiasm, the audience hung on every word and he struck a chord with delegates and business partners alike.

I could go on forever but you can see that he has had a huge effect on all present (including me).