People arrive here from different starting points. Some have been thinking about it for some time. Some are responding to pressure, expectation, or a situation that needs to change. Some are not yet sure what the issue is, only that how things are operating is no longer working as it should. In many cases, they are capable, experienced, and used to solving difficult problems. Yet something they are working towards, personally, relationally, or professionally, remains out of reach. At times, the pattern is clear. Progress slows, tension builds, and the same outcomes repeat. At other times, it is less defined. There is simply a sense that what once worked is no longer sufficient for what is required next.
Effort is rarely the issue. More often, existing ways of operating are no longer sufficient for what is required next.
The work draws on behavioural science, decision theory, and identity-based approaches, integrated into a proprietary behavioural transformation method developed through more than two decades of applied work in complex environments.
The emphasis is practical and outcome-oriented:
- Seeing clearly what is shaping behaviour
- Interrupting patterns that limit progress
- Putting more effective behaviours and actions into play
Progress shows up through observable shifts in behaviour, greater effectiveness where things were stuck, and outcomes that were previously difficult to achieve.
The practice works with a deliberately limited number of clients to ensure depth, continuity, and rigour.
Who I work with
Individuals
People seeking to change how they operate in situations that matter, whether professionally, relationally, or personally.
Personal Couples
Partners wanting to shift communication, trust, and interaction patterns that are limiting what is possible together.
Work Relationships
Executive pairs, co-founders, senior colleagues, and others whose ability to operate effectively together is essential.
Teams & Organisations
Teams and organisations navigating complexity, pressure, and change, where behaviour, relationships, and interaction patterns are directly affecting performance, decision-making, or progress.
Across all of these contexts, the work is grounded in a single principle:
Changing how people operate, individually and together, so desired outcomes can be achieved.
Working with Dr. Liz
Engagements are shaped by context, need, and practical consideration.
For individuals and relationships, work may take place:
- In person in Sydney, within private consulting rooms or your office
- Virtually, where flexibility, distance, or discretion is required
For organisations, delivery may include:
- On-site sessions with teams or leadership groups
- Virtual workshops or briefings
- Targeted work with specific working relationships or executive pairs
The format is shaped around the work itself.
The Space Between Hope and Fear
How to Keep Moving When Fear Feels Bigger Than Hope
In this deeply personal yet practical book, behavioural scientist Dr Liz Wilson explores how fear shapes decisions, behaviour, relationships, and leadership when certainty disappears, and how hope can be reclaimed as a deliberate, practical force. Blending lived experience with behavioural science, the book offers a grounded way to keep moving, exercise agency, and create space for possibility, even when fear feels bigger than hope.
About Dr. Liz
Dr Liz Wilson is a behavioural scientist with a PhD in human behaviour and more than two decades of experience working across complex, high-stakes environments.
Her work spans global organisations, senior leadership teams, and individuals navigating critical decisions, relationships, and change. She has led and advised on large-scale organisational transformation, leadership development, and culture change across global contexts.
She works privately with individuals, personal couples, and working relationships, and delivers keynotes and workshops internationally.
Her approach combines clarity with challenge, working directly with how people think, decide, and act in the moments that shape outcomes.
The work is grounded, confidential, and free from judgement, creating the conditions for honest reflection and meaningful change.
Popular Keynote Presentations
Dr. Liz is not your average keynote presenter or workshop facilitator. She invites you into her life and work with insightful honesty and humor, and creates a safe space for audience members and participants to analyse what they are doing well and what they need to do differently for better outcomes.
If you’re after a keynote speaker to fill a venue of thousands or a workshop facilitator for a smaller group, you are guaranteed an event to be remembered with Dr. Liz. While all engagements are customized for your event, here are some of her most popular topics.
Expelled to Excellence:
How SPACE Transforms Culture and Performance
What happens when a troublemaker gets booted out of school at thirteen and eventually becomes a behavioral scientist who transforms workplaces worldwide? In this laugh-out-loud, insight-packed keynote, Dr. Liz Wilson shares how her rocky start revealed the critical ingredients for thriving and high-performing individuals and teams. By connecting her underdog story to organizational culture, she unveils the SPACE framework; a practical roadmap for creating environments where misfits, outsiders, and everyone in between can become star performers. It’s the perfect blend of humor, heartfelt lessons, and actionable insights for any team ready to level up.
The Truth About Culture Change: Why Starting with Behaviours Is a Mistake
As a behavioral scientist with decades of experience in organizational change, Dr. Liz once believed the key to transformation was starting with behaviors. But, through trial, error, and countless lessons learned in the field, she realized that behaviors were the outcome, not the starting point. In this insightful and humorous keynote, Dr. Liz Wilson shares how a deeper understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics reveals the real secret to lasting culture change. With a blend of science-backed research, real-world application, and actionable insights, Liz shows leaders how to shift their organizational culture in a way that works, by addressing what truly drives change from within.
The Space Between Hope and Fear: How to Keep Moving When Fear Feels Bigger Than Hope
In this powerful and deeply human keynote, Dr. Liz Wilson blends personal storytelling with behavioral science to explore the psychological space between hope and fear. Drawing from lived-experience and professional expertise, she unpacks how micro-moves, agency, and supportive environments shape our ability to recover, adapt, and move forward. This is not a talk about blind optimism or forced positivity; it is a grounded, honest look at how hope is built through action, how fear often hides behind control or perfectionism, and how leaders, teams, and individuals can create the space for progress to begin.
Whether you’re supporting others through change, navigating your own challenges, or leading in uncertain times, this keynote offers practical insight, emotional connection, and a clear path to building momentum again.
Dr. Liz Has Worked With
FAQs
Most frequently asked questions and answers
It is a behavioural transformation practice.
The focus is on understanding how you are currently operating, in your decisions, actions, and interactions, and changing that in ways that lead to different outcomes.
The work is grounded in behavioural science and applied in real situations, rather than remaining theoretical.
The work is structured, evidence-based, and focused on behaviour and outcomes.
It does not rely on open-ended conversation alone, and it does not follow a clinical therapy model. The emphasis is on understanding what is shaping behaviour and changing it in practice.
For some clients, this sits alongside other forms of support. For others, it replaces approaches that have not led to meaningful change.
The work spans a range of situations where behaviour is shaping what is possible.
This may include decision-making under pressure, recurring patterns that are limiting progress, strained or complex relationships, or broader questions about how someone is operating in their work or life.
For organisations, it often involves leadership, team dynamics, and navigating change or uncertainty.
No.
Some clients arrive with a clear understanding of what they want to change. Others have a sense that something is not working, without a precise way of describing it yet.
Part of the work is making that clear, and then working with it directly.
Sessions are focused and applied.
The work centres on real situations, real decisions, and real interactions. Between sessions, you apply what we are working on in practice.
Engagements vary in length. Some are short and targeted. Others continue over time where deeper patterns are involved.
Yes.
The work is applied across individuals, personal couples, working relationships such as executive pairs, and organisational contexts including teams and leadership groups.
The underlying focus remains the same, changing how people operate so different outcomes can be achieved.
Yes.
The work is conducted with a high degree of confidentiality and discretion, particularly given the nature of the situations many clients are navigating.
The work tends to be most effective where there is a willingness to engage honestly with what is happening and to apply change in practice.
An initial conversation allows you to understand how the work operates and whether it aligns with what you are looking for.
For individuals and relationships, sessions may take place in person in Sydney or virtually.
For organisations, work may be delivered on-site or virtually, depending on context and need.
Fees vary depending on the nature of the work, the context, and the format of engagement.
For individuals and relationships, sessions typically start from $280.
For organisational work, fees are scoped based on the requirements of the engagement.
This is discussed in more detail during your discovery call, once there is a clear understanding of what is needed.
You can request a discovery call to discuss your situation and determine whether this work is the right fit.
Yes! Dr. Liz tailors every keynote to align with the specific challenges, opportunities, and audience dynamics of your event or organization. She ensures that examples, case studies, and solutions resonate with your industry—whether it’s healthcare, finance, technology, manufacturing, gaming, or education. By incorporating industry-specific insights and audience engagement strategies, Dr. Liz ensures that every talk is relevant, impactful, and actionable, leaving attendees with practical steps they can immediately apply in their roles.
In addition to keynote speeches, Dr. Liz offers executive advisory sessions, leadership workshops, panel moderation, media appearances, and virtual speaking engagements. She frequently works with C-suite teams on leadership strategy, delivers hands-on workshops for organizations looking to improve culture and inclusion, and serves as a media expert on inclusion and behavioral science. Whether you need a powerful keynote, a strategic leadership session, or an engaging panelist for your event, Dr. Liz can design an experience that aligns with your needs.
Dr. Liz’s speaking fees vary based on event type, location, audience size, and level of customization. Virtual events and small leadership sessions are priced differently than large-scale keynotes or multi-day engagements. To receive a customized quote and discuss availability, the best next step is to schedule a quick call where we can align on your event’s goals and budget.
Dr. Liz’s speaking calendar fills up several months in advance, particularly for key industry conferences, corporate retreats, and annual leadership events. For the best availability, we recommend booking at least 3-6 months in advance. If you have a last-minute event, please reach out, as there may still be availability based on location and format.
If you are considering this work, the next step is a private consultation.
A private consultation to discuss your needs allows space to understand your situation, explore what may be required, and determine whether the work is the right fit.