TESTIMONIALS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER

We were incredibly fortunate to have Pauline Nguyen as a speaker at the LGNSW International Women's Day Lunch 2025. Pauline’s captivating presence was felt throughout the event. From the moment she took the stage, she commanded the room with her energy, wisdom, and authenticity.
Pauline was not only engaging but also highly adaptable, ensuring she was aligned with our event's needs both leading up to the day and on the day itself. Her flexibility and eagerness to accommodate our requests made her a true pleasure to work with.
Her personal story was incredibly moving, and the impact was evident—many attendees, whether familiar with her book or having heard her speak before, shared how truly beneficial her advice has been. There were attendees who mentioned that they have already applied her insights in their own lives and seen positive changes. Pauline’s words were not just inspiring but actionable, leaving a lasting impression.
Beyond her speaking abilities, Pauline’s warm and approachable nature shone through. She took the time to engage with guests after the official proceedings, making everyone feel valued and heard.
What sets Pauline apart is her genuine humility. She delivers her powerful message without any sense of self-importance, which made working with her a refreshing and enjoyable experience. We are so grateful to have had her as part of our event.
Olivia Lombardo
Local Government NSW

Star Rating 5/5
"Pauline Nguyen was the surprise packet of our conference!
An amazing woman with an incredible story of her and her families challenges and resilience, and how she came through to build a wonderful Australian business success in a tough industry, in tough times. Truly inspiring."
"National Mortgage Brokers Conference Pauline was an AMAZING first Keynote to kick off our program! Pauline gave our group so many powerful takeaways. Pauline was the talk of the day!"
National Mortgage Brokers

"Pauline Nguyen’s presentation was nothing short of inspiring. A gracious speaker, her ability to share her personal journey with authenticity and depth resonated strongly with public library staff, making for a highly engaging session. Her insights into resilience and wellbeing were not only thought-provoking but also incredibly practical, equipping Queensland public library staff with tangible tools to apply in both their professional and personal lives. Her delivery was dynamic, emotional and captivating, making the session a valuable experience for all who attended. I highly recommend Pauline Nguyen as a speaker for any organization seeking to foster resilience, leadership, and personal growth among its team. Her ability to connect with an audience and leave a lasting impact is truly remarkable."
Nicole Hunt
President – Queensland Public Libraries Association (QPLA)
Chair – Australian Public Library Alliance (APLA)

"Doesn't it feel like spoken poetry? I've definitely gotten a second wind this evening."

"It is rare for someone to inspire the heart and mind; almost unheard of to speak to the soul as well. Pauline manages it with ease. She combines an honesty and vulnerability with a confidence that is engaging to listen to - the audience of over 300 was captivated from start to finish. She offered practical advice but so much more; her personal story, told with humour and grace, and simple concepts that really resonated. The energy in the room after Pauline's talk was amazing and, for days afterwards, I had people approach me to share how her talk had inspired them. A fantastic experience and she is without a doubt one of the best speakers I've had the pleasure to listen to."
Emma Jensen
CEO, Director, Senior Marketing and Business Leader, OPTUS

Thank you for sharing your gifts with us - the response has been overwhelming!"
Intuitive Surgical

"Pauline was outstanding. I will never forget the day I woke up and thought Pauline = Equinix.
She was the perfect fit."

Executive Speakers


"Where do I begin, Pauline Nguyen was more than we ever expected. I have received calls from people asking how long they could replay it because they wanted to do so alone to soak up everything she had to say once more. I don't even have words to express how good she was, for all of the 30 minutes or so she spoke and additional time spend on Q&A, she was engaging, charismatic, entertaining, riveting, candid, transparent….I'm running out of adjectives. Hands down best decision I've made since becoming President. She was appropriate for such a time as this and thanks to COVID she was brought forward as we never would have considered her otherwise considering the costs. So now here is the BIG problem. What in the world will we do to follow that up? She will go down in DA4S History as they best keynote we've ever had. Thank you for all you do and representing such great talent! We appreciate you.
I'll let Kathy share her thoughts directly but from an overall perspective as shared with you yesterday via texts Pauline was beyond incredible. Not one person dropped offline during her keynote - the entire audience was riveted by her keynote and her story - definitely hit the jackpot with Pauline! Today still on LinkedIn people are posting about her and her story - this we have not seen before in this volume after speakers.
Thank you Arnie as always for never failing to deliver to us suggestions for keynote speakers and for only bringing the best of the best to us for all our events. We appreciate it! We appreciate you also always thinking "outside the box" and never having us go with a speaker that so many others have - we are always unique and stand out with our keynotes - kudos!"
Executive Director, Diversity Alliance for Science

CEO, Life Force Asia Pacific

"Without a doubt, Pauline is one of the most powerful, engaging and inspiring speakers I've had the pleasure ever to see. In a world where change is the only constant, her compelling and heartfelt story filled with courage, innovation and self mastery is one all leaders should hear."
CEO, Lorraine Lea


"From the moment I met Pauline Nguyen, I honestly sensed that this lady was very special. Her aura and energy captivates you and her story transcends you to a better place of understanding and perspective. Thank you Pauline from the bottom of my heart. My wish is for all the people on this planet to hear your story and benefit from the inspiration you have given me and my conference delegates."

CEO, The Juice Plus Company

Owner, Tiny Hunter Branding Agency

I haven't stopped raving about her and have shared excerpts of her keynote with friends in lockdown, as well as our entire company. Thank you thank you thank you!"
Managing Director, Modere Australia


Pauline not only did this for myself, but many other people who were also part of the group she was presenting too. Her stories from growing up and how she changed her narrative brought tears to my eyes and is a true inspiration. Then moving onto business and the transformations made inside her business of 18years, not only are they also inspiring but also aligned with my values.
Finishing with her spirituality and shamanic meditation was the icing on top. Truly showing her intrinsic energy and how many people's lives she is capable of helping.
I can't recommend her highly enough for business owners who want to grow their business culture and team relationships.
I look forward to the future when I am able to see her in person."

Her words stick with me still."
Creative Director, Brands for Brands Agency

The Skin Whisperer


Business Analyst, Optus


Pauline is a skilled storyteller, narrating her life that captivates, inspires, breaks you down and puts you back together again. Sharing a story like no other, with words of feel with words that heal. You will not want the journey to end because you know there is so much more. As a business owner I left with a full heart, great practical tips and a desire to know more."
Advisor-Director, Fenton Financial

International Speaker, The Speakers Institute

Hardware and Building Traders

Founder & Editor in Chief, Renegade Collective

Lawyer Director, Neville and Hourn Legal

Advertising Entrepreneur


Managing Director, Brandheart

WildMe Pty Ltd

Executive Producer, Performance 4a

President, The Association for Women In Insurance

League of Extraordinary Women & Founder of Zoii

Pauline's virtual presentation is also exceptional. The sequencing of her content is some of the most skillful storytelling I have seen in a long time.
The depth of her content and how she weaves the story of courage, fortitude, pain, reinvention and deep fulfillment is brilliant."
Co-Founder, Speaker Story Bank

And most recently, during her keynote for the speaking industry's largest gathering of leaders at the 2022 Engage Convention for The International Association of Speakers Bureaus.
As Co-Chair of the event, it was important to bring a speaker who could elevate our theme of Going from Transactional to Transformational to a level of deeper impact, and Pauline did just that.
From her first moment of eye contact, to her opening words with such a unique cadence and delivery she held the room of seasoned speaking industry leaders while she shared actionable strategies for helping each of us become more Unshakable.
At a time when individuals and industries are looking for ways to become more transformative, Pauline Nguyen has lived the path and also knows how to transfer her knowledge and experience in a way that creates inspired and insightful opportunities for change and growth."
Co-Chair - 2022 Engage IASB, Co-Founder- Speaker Story Bank

(WA Secondary School Executives Association)

Operations Manager, ORORA

Women in Digital Programs Lead, DELL WITEM - APSC

CEO, Airport Retail Enterprises Pty Ltd

Head of Engagement & Community Services, Financial Planning Association of Australia

Pauline has communication and articulation skills that kept the entire audience engaged and wanting to hear more. I will always remember this event. Well done Pauline. Well done."
Investment Adviser, Crestone Wealth Management
Pauline's words "your problems are your life's rewards" are exhilarating! It feels as though I have been weighed down with the 'problems' and now, I am now equally as high with the joy that these are just obstacles that I am somehow determined to go around, through, under, over, whatever it takes.
What on earth has happened? Despondent and bordering on suicidal to… 'Right, what's next? Bring it on!'
Thank you and thank you 1000 times, thank you."
Professor of Educational Leadership

One teacher commented that Pauline was "the best speaker we have ever had speak on our stage", many others commented on the timely message and the amazing delivery of life's good advice. Most importantly the students were uplifted.
They commented that Pauline's rising above hardship had been an inspiration to them. One students said "It's talk like yours that make me want to work that little bit harder and separate myself from the average worker", another "Your presentation has inspired me to achieve" and "I want to find out what I am good at".
Pauline's gracious and generous willingness to serve others and to mentor young women cannot be more highly recommended but it is the message of hope that shouts so loudly to students who come from such a wide variety of homes and circumstances. We need more of this positive, hope filled vision in our world. She is amazing."
Head of Information Services, Danebank Anglican School for Girls
I would really like to thank Pauline so much for what she shared on stage.
You are a great inspiration Pauline and I am really grateful for you."
Life Coach and Motivational Speaker

With that Aura, she shared her life experiences and imparted such wonderful knowledge that I believe every existing and upcoming entrepreneur in that room can never let go of.
"We are what we share"
"It is not the pursuit of happiness, but finding happiness in the pursuit"
"Rest is a weapon"
Pauline's keynote brought me joy and peace - spiritually, mentally and physically.
I look forward to reading her book and attending more of her events.
Thank you Pauline."
Business Development Manager, Delhi Nihari Restaurant & Delhi Catering

Founder Inner Reflections Consulting, Podcast Host "Inner Reflections by Sheba Bashir Kichloo", Wellness Practitioner, Poetic Artist, Inspirational Speaker

I am looking forward to attending more and more of her talks, and I wish her and her beloved ones a safe, healthy and blessed life.
I'd like to thank Pauline again for the sincere and uplifting speech she has shared with us all."
Founder, Agaty Calligraphy
Broadcaster and Author
Director, Actor, Playwrite
I also loved her poetic hypnotic style of speaking.
I felt like my body and mind were following her rhythm. So lovely. I really did feel like it was a very special shamanic meditation and look forward to going further on this journey. Thank you so much again.
I am truly grateful for the special experience."
VP Channel APAC (Foundry, formerly IDG Communications)
I couldn't take notes fast enough. What a powerful and inspiring speaker. Her unstoppable burning desire to accomplish and be the best version of herself.Through which she imparted so many motivational techniques and words of wisdom on how to lead an empowered life. For her first full digital presentation, she smashed it! I have lobbied hard to get her back ASAP, as have many others. She has certainly been a topic of conversation in our groups. I hope I get to see her again soon. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. Amazing."