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Most of us choose the pain of disappointment over the pain of
discipline. Jason’s story is electrifying. It reminds us
of the power of the human spirit and reminds us that in all of us
there is the capacity for greatness
Jason Barrell is a well-known Northlander. He and his brother
Con made a formidable team in the front row of scrums, and he played
Super 12 and NPC rugby. Difficulty at school was put down to
dyslexia, but Jason beat the odds of most school drop outs and went
on to establish his own business, ironically named Rockbottom
Enterprises.
A gifted athlete, his prowess on the rugby field led to selection
first in Northland provincial teams, then The Chiefs Super 12 team,
The Blues Super 12 team, and then NPC for Auckland. A freak
accident on the rugby field resulted in a broken neck and the end of
a professional rugby career. Broken but not beaten and with
six months of traction to think about his options, Jason decided to
join the police force.
After completing the gruelling training programme, Constable Barrell
entered the NZ Police. But something wasn’t quite right.
An MRI scan found a life-threatening tumour which was causing
strokes, and four hours of surgery, turned into nine. Jason came
through alive, but the brain surgery caused damage and left him
needing to relearn everything, from walking to feeding himself.
Jason challenges people to re-evaluate their own limitations, real
or imagined, to take responsibility for their own lives, and to stop
making excuses as to why they are not living-up to their true
potential.
Jason challenges his audience to think differently – to view
adversity as a worthy experience – to learn the art of grunt work –
to conquer fear through focus – to live life with passion on their
own terms. He is a man of enormous character, passion, humour,
warm and friendly – the quiet achiever.
Jason is an ordinary New Zealander who has faced some extraordinary
events. Jason shows us that there is the capacity for
greatness in each of us, and that the only true disability is in our
attitude.
More testimonials
I would recommend Jason to any group looking for an inspiring
speaker that will challenge how they approach life.
- James Douglas, Guardian Trust
Jason performed exceptionally well over a long 3 weeks. Client
feedback has been excellent.
- National Bank
Very funny, moving and inspirational
- Institute of Financial Advisos
A stunning storey that everyone needs to hear. I can see a
real opportunity for Jason to tell his storey to NZ Teenagers who
think they are bullet proof.
- Hawkes Bay Principals Conference
Not a ‘world beater’ but a good genuine, “from where I am”
motivator. His message fitted well with our effort to get
clubs to go out and do something.
- Rotary District 291
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Topics
- ‘The only real disability is your attitude’
- Inspiration/Motivation
- Overcoming the ‘curved ball’
- Forget your failings and look to your strengths.
- Goal setting
- Personal Development
Testimonials
Jason’s presentation is a compelling story and one I would strongly
recommend to other business organisations, sports and other groups.
The messages Jason gave us are invaluable in a world of change and
helps one focus on the positive aspects that change can bring.
- Derek Powell, Bank of New Zealand
From the initial contact through to the conclusion of his address
nothing was too much trouble for Jason. During his
presentations there was no movement or sound in the room, he held
the audience captivated, a great testament to a great presentation.
- David Martin, Harcourts
Great delivery to our advisers. I relied on a big performance
and you delivered as promised. A standing ovation from our
Advisers is not easily earned.
- Leighton Langley, Sovereign
Jason’s story and the way he delivered it, captivated our audience
and finished our conference on a real high. Feedback from
delegates were ‘A phenomenal speaker’, and 10 out of 5.
- Peter Conroy, Tower
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