Fiori Giovanni
Fiori Giovanni was born in a war-torn Africa and overcame the challenge of a pubescent arranged marriage, and as a teenager being mandatorily subscripted into the army and clinging to life in a leaking boat loaded with refugees. She had the courage to survive and learn from these experiences to become a serial entrepreneur, a #1 best-selling author, media commentator, human rights activist, proud mother of two and sought-after Keynote speaker.

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Testimonials for Fiori Giovanni
Fiori Giovanni is one of the most dynamic and engaging speakers that I have seen in a long time. There is really nothing she can’t do and when you’re with her you feel the same.
CEO Plan International
Beyond excellent.
Pyrios
The staff were mesmerised by Fiori and her life story. She shared diverse aspects of her life and told her story in a way that deeply moved the staff. Many have looked her up online to try and find out a little more about her.
Oatlands Primary School
Fiori Giovanni is a pleasure to work with and she really takes the time to understand the needs of her audience. I invited her back to speak for us without hesitation. As well as being dynamic and powerful, Fiori has a strong presence and connects and interacts powerfully with her audience. Her message is both relevant and inspirational. Her presentation inspired me to reflect on my own life, after which I felt motivated and energised to make important changes. Fiori's keynote will open your mind to unlimited possibilities. It's an empowering experience. Thanks Fiori.
Chair Generation Y Discussion Group CPA Australia
Fiori Giovanni's powerful personal message inspires everyone to believe they can overcome any obstacles in order to achieve what they want. No matter what the topic, Fiori can be relied upon to deliver an engaging, entertaining and thought-provoking presentation.
Oracle
Fiori Giovanni's presentation was nothing short of inspiring. What a refreshing topic, and one that should be shared with all! She presented in a manner that was both humorous and entertaining, while still getting her message across to the entire audience. Brilliant speech and keep up the amazing work!!
Grass root group Pty Ltd
Fee Range: POA
Fiori Giovanni's Biography
From the moment the whirlwind that is Fiori Giovanni hits the stage, she has her audience enraptured. At times laughing out loud, other times in tears and often deep in thoughtful silence as they travel an exciting and emotional journey that will literally change their lives.
Sure, Fiori’s extraordinary story is a route probably only a few other women in the world have travelled, but she tells it in a way that leaves her audience with the keys, tools, and attitudes that shape courage, resilience, real leadership and a shift in mindset.
Courage to tackle the changes they’ve dreamt about but for which they fear failure, Resilience to overcome challenges, Leadership to envision and define their goals and Mindset to shift from a victim to a victor. In a nutshell, Fiori shares a potent formula that empowers others to overcome problems, both big and small.
All the above traits are something that Fiori has needed in massive amounts being born in a war-torn Africa and overcoming the challenge of a pubescent arranged marriage, and as a teenager being mandatorily subscripted into the army and clinging to life in a leaking boat loaded with refugees. She had the courage to survive and learn from these experiences to become a serial entrepreneur, a #1 best-selling author, media commentator, human rights activist, proud mother of two and sought-after Keynote speaker.
Additionally, she is the owner of My Mind Valley, an online product hub for those seeking fulfilment, confidence and clarity through affirmations. Fiori believes affirmations are one of the most profound and effective ways to implement personal change. She owes her very survival to their potency.
Speaking Topics Include
Cracking the code
How to reach for the stars, no matter what life throws at us. Growing up in war-torn Eritrea, Life has continually presented Fiori with obstacles, barriers and sometimes great tragedy. But despite it all, she has cracked the code of how to reach for the stars, no matter what life throws at her.
During this presentation, delegates will:
Be inspired by the incredible story of an Aboriginal woman of STEM who beat all the odds to become an astrophysicist.
Be inspired by the remarkable story of Fiori Giovanni who went from being a child soldier in Africa to a successful business woman, Author and philanthropist Australia.
Learn the three steps that will help everyone “crack the code” that unlocks their ability to reach for the stars and live the boldest, bravest, most authentic life possible.
Enjoy some fun surprise activities, which are always a hit, and become the talk of the town for weeks!
Mindset
For most people the source of many problems is with their mindset. When their mindset changes, their whole life changes in the space of seconds, days, weeks, months.
Key Takeaways:
Learn what controls every move you make and why haven’t you got the result you want so far?
Learn how to rewire your mind to success, inner fulfilment and peace.
Learn simple practices that will change the behaviour of your brain and ultimately change the outcomes of your life.
Learn how mindset is all you ever need to change latterly anything in your life.
Resilience
Albert Einstein once said: “Everybody is genius but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it's stupid.”
Everyone can achieve outstanding results. Everyone has the potential to achieve remarkable things but for a lot of people that potential is cut short by a lack of the right knowledge and the right strategies at the right time to overcome their challenges.
And the great thing about resilience is that it’s a skill that could be learned just like anything else.
Key Takeaways:
How to overcome the inevitable challenges of life and use the worst experiences of your life to build resilience.
How to examine your thinking patterns and change the interpretation of the situation, thereby reducing negative feelings between team members and improving team dynamics.
How to cope with adverse and complex work situations, such as negative feedback or conflict.
How to navigate the murky waters of change that is inevitable in this fast-paced modern business and society.
How to find opportunity and growth in every adversity you face and overcome setbacks without stress and anxiety.
How to tap into self-knowledge to effortlessly free yourself from all destructive patterns and limiting beliefs to ultimately become invisible.
Courage in leadership
Displaying courage is often one of life's most difficult challenges most people face but yet the most crucial virtue that’s required daily.
To say “No” to distractions, to ask for what you want, to have difficult conversations, to deal with difficult people, to let something go, to believe in yourself, and to inspire great leadership.
Key Takeaways:
How to get the courage to tap into your inner greatness and self-power.
How to inspire your team to have courage to thrives in times of disruption and take their efforts to new highs.
How to foster the courage you need to challenge the status quo and travel the path less travelled.