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Hi Steve,

Thank you so much for coming to Sea Point Place and giving such a wonderful talk. It was engaging, thoughtful, and very much appreciated by all the residents who attended.

Your time and effort meant a great deal to us, and I know many people enjoyed the chance to listen to you and take part in the discussion. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to thank you personally afterwards, as you were busy mingling with the audience.

We’re very grateful that you joined us and helped make the occasion such a success.

And many thanks for the copy of your book.

Warm regards,

Hey Steve

Thank you very much for the informative and eye-opening Team Building. I’ve sat with all individuals to get their feedback as per below bullets.

Motivational
Informative
Eye-opening
Key take aways
Insightful
Educational
Refreshing

I am eager to see over the next weeks how the team works together.

If possible, could you please share the presentation as well?

Thanks a lot Steve, keep well mate.

Best regards,

Dear Steve

Trust you are well.

From my side I want to thank you delivering a very insightful speech.

I received great feedback from various farmers.

Thanks for the updated PDF we will share it with our members

Kind regards

Good afternoon, Steve.

Hoping well . A sincere thanks and appreciation from N2P and all Hog Day Conference 2025 delegates .

We thank you for taking time off your busy schedule ,to address this audience .

DR Steve Harris was the guest speaker at our annual Hog Day Conference held in the Western Cape on 31st October ,2025.

We were 80 pig producers and 80 sponsors present . Because our industry had been through a few difficult and challenging years ,and because we felt we needed to close the three-day conference with a speaker who would inspire and motivate the delegates – we chose Dr Steve Harris .

Prior to the event we mandated Steve to motivate the delegates “ to perform at their peak , to Raise The Bar – Not only to Survive ,But ,To Thrive “.

I am extremely satisfied with our choice . Steve used his academic learnings in combination with his lifetime experiences to present an insightful , thought provoking , motivational presentation . His knowledge on gaining “ mental toughness” was shared in an understandable ,humorous and professional manner . His interaction with the audience was free flowing .

The feedback from the delegates has been positive . We can highly recommend Dr Steve Harris for your next motivational or management event .

An Inspiring and Enlightening Experience

Attending Dr. Harris’s seminar at the Helderberg Bowling Club was truly a privilege. His insightful, intuitive approach to personal growth resonated deeply with me and affirmed many of the values I’ve been working to cultivate in my own life.

Dr. Harris generously shared his living document—a remarkable resource that I’m eager to explore further, along with the thought-provoking books he recommended.

His ability to connect with the audience and guide meaningful reflection is a rare gift. I’m grateful for the experience and look forward to learning more from his work.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking wisdom, clarity, and authentic personal development.

— Elmarie

Morning Steve

Thank you, Dr Steve, for an energetic and informative session with you. This was one of the best 2 hours I spent for a long time. It challenges one ALL the time and I loved it . I have to spend more time on this though as it was A LOT to take in.
Thank You

Hello Steve,
Thanks for joining us last week. It was great to meet you and share something of your story.
Feedback: your approach to mental toughness, sparked interesting conversations among teammates that I think will morph and be refined over time to suit our situation. Participants felt challenged to assess their habits and behaviours to improve their health, business strategy, perceptions, etc. We’ll be returning, again and again, to the concepts that you outlined to stay focused on the activities that matter while trying to shed those that bring little value to our business. The idea of “inches” was well received, and I’ve overheard several conversations in which “Blue Oceans” or “Red Oceans” strategies have been mentioned.

Kind regards,
Ingrid

Afternoon Steve.
Feedback has only been positive with your messages resonating with the delegates both at a personal and organizational level.

I for one very much enjoyed and appreciated your participation. The participants enjoyed the use of the sport examples to demonstrate your points and particularly the message regarding success AND significance. Your interaction with the delegates during the presentation enforced the messages and allowed a deeper understanding of the principles you shared. I am confident that your presentation will positively impact our journey to be the leading and most respected energy company in Africa.
Thank you. Much appreciated.

Dear Steve

Thank you for availing yourself at short notice to present to the principals. The talk was inspirational and definitely had the audience thinking. I normally vet any guest that I invite to any of our activities because the person needs to bring energy, motivate and inspire (you did all of that) and have clear takeaways for the participants.

Kind regards

Dear Dr. Harris,

We sincerely thank you for your inspiring and engaging talk on Mental Toughness. Your presentation was thought-provoking and full of practical insights that resonated deeply with our group. You delivered your message with passion,clarity and humour, leaving us with a renewed sense of resilience and determination to overcome challenges.

Your talk couldn’t have come at a better time- particularly during this tiring time of year when motivation and reflection are most needed. It provided the motivation and perspective we needed to stay focused and continue striving for growth. Thank you for sharing your expertise and leaving a lasting impression on our team!

Your words offered the perfect "food for thought," energizing and inspiring us to reflect and grow both personally and professionally.

Kind Regards,

Hi Steve

Our team thoroughly enjoyed your session yesterday and everyone took out some element that we need to work on going forward. Your delivery was excellent, with humour and team participation.

Thank you again!

Regards

Dr. Steve Harris delivered an exceptional "Surviving to Thriving with Mental Toughness" session at our recent conference. He brought key psychological constructs to life in a way that was both practical and engaging, ensuring the concepts truly resonated with the audience. One of the highlights of his presentation was his ability to strike a perfect balance between serious, thought-provoking content and humour. He challenged conventional thinking, offering fresh perspectives while maintaining a light-hearted approach through relatable anecdotes and moments of humour. This thoughtful balance not only kept the audience engaged but also deepened the impact of his message. Dr. Harris presented his insights in a clear and accessible manner, ensuring that even the most complex aspects of mental toughness and personal growth were easy to understand and implement. Without oversimplifying the subject, he made sure the audience could take away actionable strategies. His presentation style fostered self-reflection and a sense of empowerment, leaving attendees motivated to shift from merely surviving to truly thriving.

Thank you so very much for an inspiring and thought-provoking session. We truly appreciated your presence!

Kind regards

Dear Steve,
I want to personally thank you for delivering such a powerful and insightful talk on Mental Toughness to our Busch Group.
Your presentation was engaging, thought-provoking, and left a lasting impression on everyone who attended. The insights you provided will resonate with our team as they navigate challenges and strive for professional growth. Your talk even came up within another session of ours.
Thank you once again and we look forward to staying connected.
Regards

Dear Dr Steve,
I would like to take this opportunity to extend my deepest appreciation for your invaluable contribution and unwavering passion in making the Safety Summit a success. Your dedication and hard work have been truly remarkable, and I am grateful to have had the privilege of working with you.

You asked why I hired you? To plant a seed that if you as the individual do not take responsibility, accountability, and ownership of what you do and to people around you we are screwed.

Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I enjoyed the session with Dr. Steve. He is super energetic and his method helps the message he imparts really land. I appreciated how this was not a typical “how to sell” session – but rather deeper and holistic look into mindset. Almost like attitude therapy 😊
He also had me questioning some of my own bias, like when he showed female athletes we didn’t recognize but claim to want equality…?
He also pushed on our already running theme of our “why” which resonated all that much more.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the session and made note of some of the books he recommended.

Thank you!

From the moment Dr Steve Harris took the stage, his energy was palpable and infectious Hi Dr Steve Harris,

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Our Cell C Sales Team had the pleasure of having Dr Steve Harris as a keynote speaker address at our recent sales kick-off conference, and I must say, it was nothing short of transformative. From the moment Dr Steve Harris took the stage, his energy was palpable and infectious, setting the tone for what would be an incredibly inspiring session.

Dr Steve Harris masterfully wove together personal anecdotes, actionable strategies, and profound insights that resonated deeply with our sales team. His ability to connect with the audience was remarkable; it was as though they were speaking directly to everyone’s aspirations and challenges. The practical tools and techniques shared were not only innovative but also immediately applicable, which we found particularly valuable.

What truly stood out was Dr Steve Harris’s authentic passion for empowering others. His message was clear: success in sales, and in life, is a blend of resilience, strategic thinking, and an unwavering belief in one’s potential. The real-world examples and interactive segments encouraged our team to think differently, embrace new approaches, and, most importantly, take ownership of their own success.

By the end of the session, the room was buzzing with renewed enthusiasm and a clear sense of direction. Many of us left feeling recharged and equipped with a new perspective that we’re eager to implement. Dr Steve Harris’s impact was evident in the energized conversations that followed and the immediate uptick in motivation across our team.

In summary, Dr Steve Harris delivered an outstanding performance that exceeded our expectations and left a lasting impression. If you’re looking for a motivational speaker who can inspire, engage, and drive meaningful change, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr Steve Harris. His expertise and dynamic delivery make them a standout choice for any event aimed at empowering and elevating a team.

Dr Steve Harris, The Cell C Team Thank you!

Steve

Thank you for spending time with us on Friday – I think you really hit the spot in terms of messages my team need at this point of our development and those I talked to afterwards really enjoyed the session.

More than happy for you to share my feedback.

Dr Steve Harris presented a half day Mind for Sales and Mental Toughness workshop to my sales and management team at Sensient Technologies South Africa.

He took the time to understand where we were as a team and provided us with tools and insights that will be very valuable to us as we progress on our journey to not just survive but thrive in our industry.

Steve has the very rare knack of seamlessly combining entertaining elements, including anecdotes and examples from sport and life, with the core training content to make his messages both understandable and memorable. During training he also mostly does not “tell” but rather plants seeds and ideas to allow participants to come to their own insights through their own thinking processes, which allows them to better internalize the key messages and be more motivated to apply the principles in practice.

I highly recommend Steve as an effective mind coach that provide teams with the tools and insights they need to be successful in a competitive world.

Best Regards,

Dr Steve
Thank you for your outstanding role as the master of ceremonies at our UMUSA gala evening on August 16, 2024, celebrating Women’s Month and promoting gender equity. Your dynamic introductions and insightful summaries not only highlighted the key messages of our speakers but also transformed the atmosphere. What began as a passive audience quickly became an engaged and passionate group, fully participating with both mind and heart. Your ability to connect with, motivate the audience and provoke critical reflection was instrumental in creating a memorable and impactful event. What a special MC.
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Dear Dr. Steve Harris

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for your outstanding presentation at our conference on 25 July 2024. Your talk on Mental Toughness was truly inspiring and resonated deeply with our audience.
Your engaging delivery and practical advice left a significant impact, and we’ve received enthusiastic feedback from attendees who felt motivated and empowered by your message.
Thank you again for contributing to the success of our conference. We hope to have the pleasure of working with you again in the future.

Best regards,

Good Morning Steve,
Thank you very much for the very good interactive session, it gave us pointers on where we can improve and become a better and stronger team. It also provided a structure for better planning, communicating, and the mental toughness to stay in the blue ocean! The whole team enjoyed the session with you and considered it very valuable. Looking forward to working with you again in the future.

Best wishes
Klara Jonker