Women’s Month presents an opportunity to do more than celebrate. It allows organisations to invest in the wellbeing, capability and resilience of the women who help drive their business forward.
At Hands On, our role is simple: We help you make the best decisions by curating speakers, content and experiences that deliver real value — not just inspiration for the day.
This year, two themes are standing out across our clients:
1. Building sustainable performance without burnout
2. Human capability in an AI shaped world
To support these needs, we’re spotlighting two speakers whose work aligns strongly with what organisations are asking for — and whose content translates into practical, lasting impact.
1. Rethinking Success & Avoiding Burnout
Liezel van der Westhuizen — Finish Lines & False Finish Lines
Across industries, we’re seeing the same challenge: talented, high-performing women achieving exceptional results while quietly edging closer to burnout.
Liezel’s keynote helps teams recognise the difference between real goals and false finish lines, understand the neuroscience of burnout, and build sustainable resilience that supports both performance and health.
Why we recommend her: Hands On clients choose Liezel when they want a Women’s Month message that is grounded in science, relatable, and immediately actionable — grounded in science, relatable and immediately applicable.
Her content is especially effective for:
• Leadership teams
• Sales environments
• Highpressure roles
• Wellness and performance summits
2. Strengthening Human Capability in a Changing Workplace
Joni Peddie — Master Your Mental Energy. Master Your Life.
As organisations navigate rapid change, hybrid teams and rising complexity, the question we hear most is: How do we help our people stay clear, agile and resilient? Joni’s work answers that directly.
As AI continues to reshape the workplace, distinctly human capabilities have never been more valuable. Joni’s keynotes and masterclasses explore nine essential capabilities that help people thrive in this changing environment, including mental clarity, emotional agility, trust, adaptability and stress resilience. She combines neuroscience with practical behavioural tools that leaders can apply immediately.
Why we recommend her: Hands On clients value Joni for her clarity, warmth and practical approach. She’s particularly effective when organisations are looking to create lasting behaviour change rather than simply inspire people for the day.
Her CAN DO Assessment is a powerful addon for:
• Leadership development
• Team performance
• Strategy sessions
• Yearend conferences
The CAN DO Assessment provides personalised insight into behavioural strengths and development opportunities, giving leaders practical data they can use long after the session ends.
These aren’t the only conversations worth having this Women’s Month—they’re simply the themes we’re hearing most often from the organisations we partner with.
How Hands On Helps You Choose the Right Fit
Choosing a speaker isn’t just about finding someone who can inspire a room. It’s about finding the right voice for your people, your objectives and the conversation your organisation wants to have. That’s where Hands On adds value.
Whether you’re planning Women’s Month, a leadership conference or a year-end event, we’ll help you identify the speaker or experience that best supports your objectives—not simply the most popular name. Liezel and Joni are two strong options — but they’re part of a much wider ecosystem of speakers, facilitators and experiences we curate for clients.
If you’re planning Women’s Month, yearend events, or leadership engagements, we’ll help you make the best decision for your team, your culture, and your goals.
