Ignite Change and Inspiration with Elle at Your Event!
Prepare for an unforgettable experience as five-time Open Heart Surgery Survivor, Elle, brings her motivational energy, captivating stories, and empowering insights to your stage.
From major keynotes that ignite the room to intimate workshops that foster deep connections, Elle tailors her message to fit every occasion. Whether you're seeking to master the work-health balance, navigate healthcare finances, or simply inspire your audience, Elle has something extraordinary in store just for you!
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Discover Elle’s Signature Talks to Inspire, Empower, and Equip Your Audience
Elle’s keynote speeches are packed with inspiring stories and powerful insights from her journey of surviving five open-heart surgeries and living well with chronic illness. Perfect for any event looking to uplift, motivate, and spark action.
With 40% of Australians managing chronic illness, this talk equips your team with practical strategies to balance health and work. Elle’s W.O.R.K. formula empowers employees and managers alike to foster a culture of inclusivity, resilience, and wellbeing in the workplace.
An immersive session focused on mastering mindset to reconnect mind and body. Designed specifically for people living with chronic illness, this talk equips attendees with actionable steps for mental well-being and empowerment.
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Duration: 15 minutes to 1 hour | Ideal for Conferences and Large Events
Elle brings the patient's perspective to life, sharing a deeply personal journey through five open-heart surgeries and over 40 years with chronic illness. Her keynote speeches blend vulnerability with motivational insight, inspiring audiences to see resilience in a new light. Perfect for healthcare, corporate, and wellness events, Elle’s talks deliver practical takeaways that challenge, uplift, and equip attendees to make lasting, impactful changes.Â
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What people are saying about Elle's keynote speeches...
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Professor Andrew Coats AO, CEO of The Heart Research Institute
"I have heard thousands of talks, and Elle's was compelling, heartfelt, and beautiful. I was really, really impressed by her story and business."Â
Associate Professor Amanda J. Shillingford, Pediatric Cardiologist, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
"We were thrilled to have Elle participate in the Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Collaborative 2024 Scientific Sessions. She was a keynote speaker and presented an incredibly powerful talk about her journey that is impactful and relatable for patients, their families, physicians, and all health care providers. I applaud Elle for her ability humanize her experience in order to help future generations."Â
Professor Gary Sholler AM, Paediatric and Fetal Cardiologist
 "The Australian National Standards for Childhood-onset Heart Disease were launched at Parliament House, Canberra in February. Elle Pendrick spoke at the launch, described the experience of patients with congenital heart disease, and provided astute insights into the patient journey and the importance of the National Standards. The attendees were spellbound by her story and how the evolution of support and care options can change the lives of affected families and patients throughout life."Â
The Adulting Well at Work Talk
Duration: 1 hour | Ideal for Corporate Teams and Managers
With 40% of Australian employees living with chronic illness, supporting this part of your team is not just thoughtful—it's essential. Offer your workforce a unique opportunity to gain insights into navigating work with chronic illness and equip your managers with the tools to effectively support them.Â
Join Elle, a five-time open-heart surgery survivor and chronic illness advocate, as she shares her journey through powerful storytelling and delivers actionable strategies. Her talk empowers staff with chronic illness to master the work-health balance and guides managers in fostering a culture of wellbeing and inclusivity in your workplace.
Elle’s exclusive W.O.R.K. Formula brings practical, real-world solutions:
- W - Worldview check-in: Acknowledge where you’re at
- O - Orientate yourself: Set achievable goals with your health in mind
- R - Relate to your boss: Build supportive, open relationships
- K - Keep at it: Strategies to stay consistent and resilient
Through Elle’s engaging, dynamic approach, your team will gain immediate, practical strategies, contributing to a workplace culture that values inclusivity, wellbeing, and productivity.
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"This Formula Can Save People's Careers!" – Hear from the Adulting Well at Work Attendees
Elizabeth, acing her work-health balance with Chronic Fatigue and Heart Disease in the Education sector
"The Adulting Well at W.O.R.K Formula can save people's lives, and it can save people's careers. It removes the fog of not knowing where to start so that you're able to create the best possible solution for yourself and your employer. The most empowering moment was when I understood that I don't have to lose a career entirely because I might not be able to fulfil an arbitrary aspect that might not necessarily be relevant to it. Proper communication and understanding what I can contribute is key."
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Charmaine, Australian Bureau of Statistics
"Elle was very natural and informative. Sharing her story was valuable, I felt like it had the right level of detail. It was great that Elle spoke about specific tools that are available in the ABS."Â
Linda, acing her work-health balance with Congenital Heart Disease as a Carer
"Extremely helpful, anyone would gain knowledge, advice, tips and strategies from this session. My work-life balance was unbalanced, I was working in a job that was ok but not where I wanted to be. This opened up my eyes, to have been more open and upfront to where I wished to go for work. Fantastic tips and great tips to have in plan."Â
Mahan, acing her work-health balance with Congenital Heart Disease.
"An informative and comprehensive step by step guide to balance work and Chronic illness. This is Fantastic Elle! This resonates with me as I took a similar approach when I had to take extend medical leave."
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Jodie, Australian Bureau of Statistics
"Elle's speech broadened my lens, also reinforced, the value of communication by all parties and the importance of asking for help."Â
The Adulting Well Mind Workshop
 Duration: 3.5 hours | Ideal for Chronic Illness Groups and CharitiesÂ
Empower your community to transform from merely doing their best to truly being their best with robust Mindset Toolkits. Through Elle's distinctive M.I.N.D. Method, participants will be guided step-by-step in creating their personalised toolkit:
M - Master the science and concepts of the mind and body
I - Identify exactly what your mind and body are communicating
N - Nominate the right tool to respond effectively
D - Develop your personal mindset toolkit
Attendees will leave equipped with practical tools to better manage their mental and physical health.
Get a QuoteReal Stories from The Adulting Well Mind Workshop Participants
Shelly Parer
Adulting well with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
"A huge thank you to Elle for the workshop. Her delivery was accessible, open, and incredibly authentic, creating a safe space for everyone—even those who didn’t know each other. Elle’s vulnerability encouraged us all to reflect on what we’re doing well and what else we can do. Her openness brought out the same in others, making it incredibly helpful for anyone managing chronic illness and mindset."
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Rob Cunningham
Trauma Therapist, Remind Therapies Wellness Centre
"The Adulting Well Mind workshop pushed me to think beyond what I knew as a therapist. Elle’s honesty was the most empowering part of the course, and all of the information was practical. This course is something all people with chronic illness need—it provides shortcuts and brilliant info for anyone who feels lost in the web of life and survival. Totally worth it; after all, how can you put a price on health and mental well-being?"Â
Kelly
Adulting well with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
"Before the workshop, I felt flat and tired from constant fatigue and overwhelm. The Adulting Well Mind workshop was a great reminder of tools I’d forgotten and an inspiration for new ones. Elle’s story was empowering, and her logical, easy-to-remember steps gave me the clarity I needed. This workshop offered a plan for success that feels natural—like planning without realising you’re doing it!"
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Pippa Bird
Psychotherapist, Alula Blu Counselling Services
"As a therapist, I know achieving psychological flexibility is key to growth and resilience. The Adulting Well Mind workshop highlighted the importance of understanding our emotions and bodily cues to build a toolkit for chronic illness and recovery. Reflecting on past health conditions, I wished something like this had existed earlier. Elle makes it simple—no confusing terminology. The course is well-constructed, promoting healthy self-awareness and mindfulness practices. Absolutely worth it!"
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Annette
Adulting well with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
"I don’t always have a good mindset—my glass is half-empty, especially when I’m fatigued. The Adulting Well Mind workshop offered me options and taught me how to catch things quickly and identify the cause. The toolkit and journaling exercises were practical and helpful for managing my mindset with chronic illness."
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Why Book Elle
Elle Pendrick is a five-time open-heart surgery survivor who has lived with chronic illness for over 40 years. As a bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and founder of Adulting Well, she brings unmatched expertise and empathy to her audience, inspiring people with chronic illness to take control of their lives and empowering organisations to support them effectively. Her signature talks combine personal insights with actionable strategies, engaging audiences with transformative approaches to resilience, mindset, and navigating life’s toughest challenges.
Elle’s unique blend of storytelling and practical advice captivates corporate teams, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates alike. Her talks go beyond motivation, leaving audiences with real, actionable strategies to apply immediately. Her book, Your Ultimate Surgery Success Guide, provides essential tools for surgery preparation and recovery, while her Adulting Well platform offers resources to help people with chronic illness balance health with life’s demands.
Beyond her speaking and writing, Elle has contributed to lasting change in healthcare. As a former Board Member of HeartKids, she helped shape Australia’s National Action Plan and Standards of Care for Childhood Onset Heart Disease, with a focus on mental health and lifelong care. With over a decade in the federal government, including as a Ministerial Adviser, and academic grounding in Psychology, Sociology, and International Health, Elle offers a powerful blend of real-world experience and professional insight.
When you book Elle, you’re not just getting a speaker—you’re bringing in a catalyst for impactful, lasting change, one who deeply understands the journey and powerfully connects with audiences at every level.
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Get ready to elevate your event to extraordinary heights. Elle's motivational energy, captivating stories, and empowering insights will leave your audience buzzing with inspiration.
