Open ocean stories
Most people are too sensible to row across an ocean, but all of us have dreams and face challenges. Importantly, we all have the potential to change and the chance to make choices about what we do and how we act.
This is why my story is for everyone and why I have spoken to nearly 100 different audiences since returning to dry land in 2009. In classrooms and boardrooms, at home and abroad, from Windsor Castle to the London Boat show, I have been asked to speak on a range of themes.
These include turning negatives into positives; the importance of teamwork and communication; goal setting; attitude and perseverance. Using my own journey from the depths of despair to completion of the greatest journey of my life, I entertain and enthuse my audiences with stories and anecdotes, and encourage them to see that anything is possible, if only they let themselves believe it.
Whatever your brief, I can meet it and I’d love to chat with you about being part of your event.
Please email: speaking@sarahouten.co.uk
Clients & testimonials
Recent clients include: Saatchi & Saatchi; Ernst & Young; Accenture; Pepsi; Zurich NewRe; Endsleigh; AB Agri; The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award; Women4Technology; University of Oxford; National Geographic; Pets at Home
‘A really engaging and inspirational woman: once met, never forgotten.’ Clare Holt, Independent producer
‘Without doubt there are many aspects of Sarah’s talk from which any business can learn. I have been fortunate enough to listen to many professional speakers during my career and I would rate Sarah and the way she tells her story among the very best.’ David Yiend, Chief Executive, AB Agri
‘Sarah makes you feel you could do anything, conquer all and yet she speaks with quiet humility about her own extraordinary achievement. She held every person in the room in the grip of her storm from the beginning to the very end. Outstanding.” Accenture
“In a business context, when thinking about goal setting, taking accountability, positive thinking and results focus the parallels are clear. An amazing story delivered by an amazing lady.” Ryan Cheyne, Head of PR, Pets at Home
‘She motivates by her very presence.’ Hugh Howe, Head Teacher, The Voyager School
‘We’ve already booked Sarah in for a second event.’ Bailey Fisher Executive Search
‘She is a fresh, iconic and uniquely British symbol of courage, determination, playfulness and adventure… A unique role model for our times.’
J Combs, Natural Balance Foods
I am also an associate of Pro-Negotiations, a fantastic company offering coaching, mentoring and training programmes. My speciality is goal setting and achieving challenging objectives. Click here for more information.