A dynamic Leadership Mentor and Speaker who engages, empowers, and evolves leaders and teams

Delivering sharp insights and real-world impact with energy and authenticity

The Power of Self-Accountability: Leadership That Delivers

Paul Farina helps modern leaders build Real Performance Cultures where self-accountability isn't just a buzzword — it's the operational standard. By drawing on a unique, eclectic background spanning Professional Sport, Commercial Business, and Higher Education, Paul provides a multi-dimensional perspective that traditional corporate trainers often miss.

He is widely recognized for his ability to translate complex psychological drivers — motivation, ownership, and sustainable performance— into practical, high-impact leadership strategies. As a published author and strategic facilitator, Paul doesn't just present theories; he challenges conventional thinking by blending rigorous academic insights with sharp, real-world observations.

Executive Endorsements & Organizational Impact

  • "A noticeable shift in how we work."

    "Paul challenged us more than we could have imagined. Our off-site led to a noticeable shift in how our operational team now works. The list of achievements since our conference is as long as my arm."

    — Brett Connell, CEO | The Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA)

  • "Propelling the business forward."

    "I have witnessed significant growth in our leaders, both professionally and personally. Our leaders have greater confidence, especially when tackling difficult situations, which has consequently propelled the business forward."

    — Neil Hewitt, Managing Director | Precision Hydrographic Services (PHS)

  • "Elevating high-performance culture."

    "Paul has worked with our boutique leaders and teams to elevate the high-performance culture embedded in our Cartier values. He brings energy, confidence, and a safe space for our people to develop."

    — Nisum Jong, Senior Learning & Development Manager | Cartier

  • "A tangible Return on Investment."

    "There has been a great ROI for our company and participants. I have enjoyed seeing more calm and confidence in our managers when faced with challenges."

    — Shane Holub, Director of Sales & Marketing | Mizuno

  • "Results realized in days, not years."

    "There are learnings that can be easily related to personal and professional situations, with results that can be realised in days, not years."

    — Tim Snow, National Marketing Manager | Footjoy Titleist Golf

  • "Turning 'busy' into strategic priority."

    "In a world where busy is king, Paul’s insights into the importance of focus and prioritising were invaluable. He helps with engaging critical thinking and really knows the material."

    — David Saliba, General Manager – Unified Communications | NEC Australia

  • "Immediate implementation into daily practice."

    "I have personally taken many pointers and inspiration from each session, much of which I have already implemented in my everyday work practice. The sessions are practical, real-world, and thought-provoking."

    — Amanda Bury, General Manager | Chisholm & Gamon Property

  • "Empowering professional and personal growth."

    "Paul brought a perfect balance of insight, challenge, and support to every session. He has a genuine talent for empowering others to grow professionally and personally."

    — Elaine Chan, General Manager | DEUTZ Australia

  • "A benchmark for top-tier facilitation."

    "I have been lucky enough to undertake many courses across my career, and I would place Paul at the top of facilitators I have experienced. He is a consummate expert in delivering high-quality content."

    — Chris Lane, Head of Sport & Partnership | Southern Cross Austereo Services Pty Ltd

  • "Brilliant style meets sharp business acumen."

    "The man is brilliant. A truly authentic and engaging style, complemented by his very apparent business acumen."

    — Luke Harvey, Area Sales Manager| Volkswagen Group Australia

Real Stories. Real Results.

“Journaling was the Biggest Game Changer”

Luke Reddy, Pacific Services Manager | Draeger

“Better at Confrontation”

Jennifer Brindle, General Manager | Revelare Hydrospatial

“Don’t rob the Struggle”

Anthony Gercovich, Director of Golf | Mizuno

“Sounding Board”

Tom Goldenberg, Regional Director | Immersive Labs

“Addressing Real Problems”

Michael Sangricoli, Commercial Area Manager | Cartier

Dynamic Energy & Captivating Style

  • — Nicole Doherty, Head of Business Transfer Services | Specsavers

    "I felt captivated and motivated in a way that is hard to achieve in a two day mid-size group setting. A credit to Paul’s presentation style."

  • — Sam Jones, Marketing Lead Leisure | Whitehorse City Council

    "Paul is absolutely the corporate learning world's equivalent of a masterful DJ. 🎧 He conducts the session like a live set... a true miracle in a classroom setting! Book him before his tour schedule fills up!"

  • — Jim Chryssikos, Director Customer Experience Technology & Services | NEC Australia

    "Paul hooked the whole class in the first 10 minutes and kept us on the edge of our seats for the entire 2 days."

  • — David Saliba, General Manager | NEC Australia

    "Engaging, energetic and highly relevant with a perfect balance of practical course activities and light hearted discussion and banter."

  • — Lindsay Alabakis, Manager People & Culture | Melbourne Royal

    "Paul’s ability to engage participants and deliver relevant content is truly exceptional... a style that is dynamic, kept everyone actively involved..."

  • — Robbie Flint, Senior Account Manager | SEEK

    "He has an amazing style of teaching, ensuring his clients are highly engaged and participating - not just passively learning. I loved every moment."

  • — Adam Kennedy, Senior Digital Experience Manager | Specsavers

    "Covered a phenomenal amount of content... not a single PowerPoint deck in sight."

  • — Jodie Evans, State Sales Manager | AGL Australia

    "I’ve seen a lot of presentations and facilitation sessions - Paul was engaging from the start, one of THE BEST."

  • — Leanne Irvine, Estate Manager | Oliver Hume Corporation

    "Excellent presenter, very knowledgeable and relatable. He is also a good listener and story teller."

  • — Bow Tauro, Partnership & Start-up Pipeline Manager | University Melbourne

    "Probably one of the best run training courses I have attended. Very clear. Loved the file charts over use of slides."

  • — Yvy Nguyen, Frame Portfolio Manager | Specsavers

    "I am guilty of daydreaming from time to time during workshops but I was zoned in the entire two days."

  • — Werner Oelofsen, Dealer Business Manager | Mazda

    "Absolutely enjoyed session and the pressure pace it was presented, prepares you for real life scenarios."

  • — Megan Boldt, Regional Client Lead Victoria | Vision Australia

    "It is a unique set of skills that enable a person to engage all participants in the room, and maintain this engagement over two very intense days."

  • — David Healey, Business Development Manager | Mazda

    "Very engaging facilitator with a terrific message that was far from boring."

  • — Katie Warren, Document System Specialist | AGL

    "The content and delivery was great. Paul does it very differently. Fantastic - absolute game changer."

Actionable Results & Measurable ROI

  • — Aaron Witthaus, Strategic Account Manager | Mazda

    "The impact was immediate—I applied some of Paul’s techniques later that day... If you want a facilitator who not only knows the material but knows how to make it stick—Paul is your guy."

  • — Nicholas Anderson, General Manager | Ultra Health Medical

    "Highly valuable structural business templates that I have started implementing. Paul is a master communicator and a captivating teacher."

  • — Lachlan Richards, General Manager | Diamond Energy

    "Paul facilitated our class with great skill, a high level of engagement & supportive environment. Many thanks for a memorable few days, Paul - already putting into practise some of the techniques gained from your insight."

  • — Oliver Subramaniam, Project Portfolio Manager | Australian Terminals Operations Management

    "Paul is an amazing presenter that made this senior business training course exciting and challenging at the same time! Paul consistently commanded the attention... to reaffirm the key business models, tools and strategies that were required. He is an expert team leader & performance coach that is both warm, engaging & down-to-earth."

  • — Michelle Lazarow, Director of Digital Engagement | The King David School

    "His ability to distill complex business concepts into engaging and actionable lessons is truly impressive... highly applicable."

  • — Claudia Swinton, Director | Samuels Donegan

    "He balanced the human element of facilitating with the technical imparting of knowledge perfectly. Paul's facilitation expertise left me feeling compelled to make a change - a result I’d argue is the ultimate goal of any course."

  • — Alex Kovacevic, Estate Manager | Oliver Hume

    "Making complex communication strategies feel both approachable and actionable. His insights were clear, practical... valuable tools I've already started applying."

  • — Neil Hewitt, Managing Director | Precision Hydrographic Services

    "I have witnessed significant growth in our leaders... This has consequently propelled the business forward."

  • — Brett Connell, CEO | Victorian Amateur Football Association

    "The list of achievements since our conference is as long as my arm."

  • — Bradd Hill, Operations and Project Manager | POMT

    "I found Paul to be highly action-oriented... Unlike other facilitators who may focus primarily on the theory, Paul was determined to ensure I left with a clear, actionable path forward. If you're results-driven and seeking the support of a true professional, Paul is the ideal choice. Highly recommended."

  • — Umair Ahmed, EUC Lead | SERV

    "Paul brings energy, clarity, and real-world relevance... making complex concepts both engaging and accessible."

  • — Emily Turner, People and Culture Advisor | Strathbogie Shire Council

    "Definitely feel I can be more strategic, which was my goal at the start of the course."

  • — Todd Michael, Senior Manager - Business Analysis | Transurban

    "Paul was one of the most engaging, energetic and prepared facilitators I've ever come across. Some months on, and I'm still using many of the techniques and tools which Paul introduced in the course."

  • — Lisa Ravech, Head of Brand Sales | Ozdare

    "What I learnt in one session would have taken me two and a half years to learn."

  • — Daniel Lawley, State Director | Jetts Australia

    "converting a bunch of fitness professionals into business minded people... Your training has been imperative to our success."

  • — Amanda Bury, General Manager | Chisholm & Gamon Property

    "I have personally taken many pointers/ideas and a lot of inspiration from each session, much of which I have already implemented in my everyday work practise. Your sessions are always practical, real-world, resourceful, thought provoking and fun!"

  • — Yaser Jameel, Customer Experience Officer | Service Victoria

    "Paul teaches more pragmaticism rather than idealism traps... He empowers people with mechanisms to cope and continue rather than manipulating them into a fantasy of non-existence of problems."

  • — Allanah Muckert, Head of Marketing & Events | National Retail Association

    "He has a keen sense to cut through the noise and understand the red herrings that need to be explored, and to throw it to the team to look at something from a critically different perspective when it feels like progress is stalling."

  • — Hannah Kotzman

    "focused on practical implementation... Real life challenge/ example to work through..."

Personalized Coaching & Supportive Growth

  • — Scott Wheeler, Project Director Network Strategy | V/Line

    "Paul breaks down complex models to ensure full understanding... Paul creates a safe welcoming learning space and brings a huge amount of energy."

  • — Michael Cullen, Executive Officer | Future Energy Skills

    "Motivated to guide you to explore and challenge yourself... I left motivated to pursue further education."

  • — Needhi Vaidya, Team Leader Roads Network | Moorabool Shire Council

    "Paul expertly tailors his approach to meet the individual needs of each participant."

  • — Jens Kraeft, General Sales Manager | Southern Cross Austereo

    "Genuine commitment to inclusivity... came away from the session feeling empowered and excited to put my new knowledge into action."

  • — Husain Suterwala, Financial Modeller | AGL Energy

    "A genuine passion for empowering individuals and teams... created a supportive and dynamic learning environment that fostered growth and development..."

  • — Lale Tezer, Project Cost Controller | V/Line

    "Paul has a real gift for creating a space that feels both safe and engaging... He reads the room effortlessly, adapts as needed... Working with Paul felt like a masterclass in facilitation."

  • — Emma Bolger, Internal Comms & Employee Engagement Manager | Grill'd

    "Paul's warmth, knowledge, experience and authenticity instantly made everyone feel comfortable... Thank you for ditching the awkward 'get to know you' exercises..."

  • — Radhika Ramadasu, Senior Business Analyst | Shell Energy

    "Paul created a safe and inclusive environment where every individual felt valued... His facilitation style is a rare blend of expertise, engagement, and empathy."

  • — Tegan Legg, Group Sales Manager | Southern Cross Austereo

    "Paul has ability to provoke deep reflection and encouraged us to think beyond our immediate perspectives... fostering a supportive and approachable environment."

  • — Scott McKibbin, Business Development Manager | Work Healthy Australia

    "I was able to do my presentation from the support that Paul provided - normally it would be something that creates high anxiety for me."

  • — Hassan Saad, Advisor - Health and Safety | V/Line

    "To create a judgement free, safe and engaging zone, is a skill in itself... Paul’s methods prompt you to be your true self... without the anxiousness."

  • — Shane Holub, Director | Mizuno

    "Paul tailors the experience for each individual needs... enjoyed seeing more calm and confidence..."

  • — Michelle-Ann Cas Kanupuru, People and Culture Advisor | CEDA

    "Paul challenges his students to come out of their comfort zones..."

  • — Rebecca Mousley, Brand and Culture Manager | Precision Hydrographic Services (PHS)

    "Promoting and empowering individuals to strive and find their own styles of leadership."

  • — Diana Laffy, General Manager Strategy and Projects | Energy and Water Ombudsman

    "Paul adapts the delivery to each participant... giving everyone that much needed individual attention and support."