Working Well

“Relatable, human, and full of heart. Our team loved it.”

CKL Engineers

“Practical, real, fun - staff are still quoting Julia’s tools weeks later.”

Education Conference Organiser

Woman standing on stage with arms outstretched, smiling, wearing a colorful pink and purple dress with matching pink boots, in front of a backdrop with NYL 23 logos and a large image of a green jelly. The large image has the text 'Be Kind to Your Mind' around it.

Working Well is a high-energy, neuroscience-informed session designed to provide real tools for sustainable success and positive ROI.* 

Through relatable stories, humour, and memorable frameworks, Julia Grace helps teams manage stress, increase emotional agility, and stay focused under pressure.

This isn’t about adding one more thing to your people’s plates; it’s about mental clarity, emotional safety, and a culture where people can Work Well without burning out. 

*Programmes that promote mental health in the workplace return $2.30 for every $1 invested, on average.(Deloitte, 2020) 

“Julia’s ability to deliver a message in a courageous and vulnerable way left us informed and entertained. I highly recommend booking Julia for your next staff needs for Wellbeing.”

Growth Culture Leadership Conference, Fiji

“Julia has the ability to captivate and engage the audience from start to finish”

Admin Staff Conference, Mental Health Services

“Julia’s presentation has sparked conversations and a newfound eagerness among us to prioritise mental health in our professional and personal lives.”

Putaruru Kahui Ako Staff

Session Outline

CORE SESSION: WORKING WELL

This practical neuroscience-informed session builds a clear understanding of what’s happening in the brain under pressure and gives people tools they can use immediately.

Participants will:

  • Understand the real cost of stress and burnout in the workplace

  • Learn what’s happening in the brain at the “Wobbly Point,” including stress and decision fatigue

  • Use simple, in-the-moment tools to regulate and reset their nervous system

  • Manage emotional reactions and pressure in workplace situations

  • Build a proactive support network (Jelly Buddy) before it’s needed

  • Support others using practical co-regulation strategies

OPTIONAL MODULE 1 - ONE DEGREE OF C.H.A.N.G.E.

Small habits, real impact - This extension focuses on turning insight into action, building simple, sustainable habits and systems that support both wellbeing and performance.

Participants will:

  • Learn how small, consistent changes reduce overwhelm

  • Build habits that actually stick

  • Identify simple changes that fit into busy schedules

  • Create systems that support long-term wellbeing and performance

  • Leave with a clear plan they can start immediately

OPTIONAL MODULE 2 - ER: EARLY RESPONDERS FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Supporting your people early - without the awkwardness!

Add Early Responders to equip your team with practical tools to recognise when someone is struggling and respond with confidence.

Using a simple and memorable framework, participants learn how to:

  • See what’s really going on

  • Say something with empathy

  • Support next steps

This module covers how to recognise early signs of stress, burnout, and mental distress, what to say without it feeling awkward, and how to build a practical “kete” of support options and referral pathways.

PERFECT FOR:

Staff Professional Development (PD) / staff meetings
Conference and corporate events
Staff engagement and Wellbeing boost
Leadership off-sites and strategy days
Teams working in high-demand, high-output environments

DELIVERY:

Interactive workshop or keynote settings
40 mins to 180 mins to suit your needs
Engaging, practical and solution-focused
Choose one or both sessions / topics for your event
Tailored for you