Testimonials

 

Sam is an ordinary guy who has lived an extraordinary experience. He shares his story in a simple ‘down to earth’ way that makes it accessible to a wide audience. Sam is inspirational.
Andrew Billing
Chief Executive Officer
O Group
Sam is an enthusiastic presenter who relates well to young people. His genuine nature, his optimism and his enthusiasm for life is refreshing and engaging.
Maggie Aird
Manager Youth Transitions
Learning Services
Your presentation was powerful and based on real life experiences. I would certainly recommend you as a motivational speaker for any high school body.

Dick Adams
Federal Member For Lyons

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Those who have experienced Sam say...

Your story should be one that inspires everyone and it was delivered with wonderful enthusiasm, humour and humility. Our clients appreciated having an opportunity to hear from a "non-financial" speaker who can offer a different perspective on life and what is important.

Nick Bedding
Chief Executive Officer
Shadforths Limited

Sam's presentation is one that inspires and motivates all in a story of great courage and determination, his enthusiastic style and love of life is second to none.

Scott Harris
CEO
Beacon Foundation

Sam has that unique ability to have everyone on their feet laughing one minute and then listening attentively in silence the next. He touched and inspired everyone in the auditorium from our young trainees to the oldest member of the audience with his honest, funny and moving stories.

Joanna Orr
CEO
Work & Training

Authenticity, warmth and infectious passion leak in volumes from Sam. His love for people, family and life inspire, challenge and excite me. Sam’s quest to learn and develop himself and others is to be highly commended. Once you meet Sam you’ll want to be his friend for life...

George Harris
Business & Facility Manager
Uniting Churches of Australia

Sam’s presentation was brilliant; he was well researched, dynamic and challenging!

Sandra Billing
Commonwealth Bank

Sam displays a unique skill with the ability to draw on his experience and convey an inspirational and powerful message that will leave a lasting impression in the minds of those fortunate enough to listen.

Jeremy Rockliff MP
Deputy Leader of the Opposition
Parliament of Tasmania

  • Entertaining; certainly demonstrated that mental barriers affecting attitude of performing can be overcome.
  • Had my attention, well presented. Didn't dwell on the negative side he was always pushing for everyone to see the positive things.
  • Fantastic! Delivered brilliantly with real emotion.
  • What an amazing and positive young man. The energy was incredible, the passion for life made the hair on your neck stand up. I could listen to him all day on any subject.
  • I will remember this session for a long time to come. Thank you for the opportunity to hear Sam speak

Eyelines
2008 Conference

.very entertaining, and packed a huge punch! You have succeeded in getting the business leaders present reflecting and thinking at much deeper level for some, which could be the start of a life transforming journey...

Chris Sly
Mentoring for Business Leaders

His well-researched and fascinating presentation held the audience engrossed. A rare blend of humour with a serious message endears Sam to any audience...

Vija Hughes
Manager SCOPE

We found Sam to be inspirational, funny and engaging.  He is purely amazing. Thanks Sam, your messages are life changing!

Mandy De Ruyter
Salvation Army

Entertaining, engaging, inspiring and very, very funny - Sam Cawthorn is an amazing individual and any organisation would be mad not to book him as a guest speaker and motivator. I could not recommend him more highly.

Mark Gleeson
Advanced Skills Teacher

Sam Cawthorn is an absolute inspiration. Faced with adversity, he thought of his young family, got up & approached life with a passion & enthusiasm sadly lacking in most. His presentation will challenge you to think of what is most important in your life & strive to achieve your goal.

Des Hodgetts
Burnie City Council

Sam’s obvious passion for life and family shines through so brightly that one quickly forgets that he has been through an horrific accident and a life changing moment… he lifts everyone’s spirit in the room. This is true motivational speaking!

David Pretorius
Anderson Morgan Pty Ltd

Sam's humour and light-hearted approach to an amazing horrendous ordeal was a good wake-up for me. It had me appreciate and give up complaining about the simple problems I have. I was inspired by who HE has now caused himself to be out of such a journey. That tells the person. Bring it on Sam and go well!

Suz Haywood
Tasmanian Radio Network
Business Development Manager

Sam was a positive motivational speaker who captured his audience with his strength of courage, determination and leadership.

Senator John Watson

Sam is an ordinary guy who has lived an extraordinary experience. He shares his story in a simple 'down to earth' way that makes it accessible to a wide audience. Sam is inspirational!

Andrew Billing
Chief Executive Officer
O Group

Your energy, humour, humility and obvious joy of life no matter what hand you happen to be dealt was inspirational. Also, your style of delivery was perfect for the wide selection of people that we had present.

Grant Coker-Williams
General Manager
CHOICE employment

The staff have been inspired to press on after listening to Sam. Sam's series of miracles and attitude choices are remarkable. I think some people are given back to us to help us choose to live life to the fullest!

Tony Demeijer
General Manager
Reitsema Packaging

Sam is a highly engaging speaker with an incredibly important message. "Sam is Sam; you just wind him up and let him go. His enthusiasm, his energy and his sense of humour are infectious. Just being around him is an uplifting experience and always leaves you feeling a bit better about your world.

Tony Woodward
Department of Education

...Sam enlightened us all with his presence, his personality and his infectious zest for life. He is an inspiration to all people, regardless of ability, experience and background...

Mathew Wheatley
Human Resources Manager
Statewide Independent Wholesalers Limited

I took heaps of notes and can't wait to have the opportunity to hear him present again. Do yourself a favour and book Sam for your next conference or seminar.

Celine Egan
BNI Northern Tasmania