Learn to love life more
Eddie Rakanui is a leadership coach, entrepreneur and communicator with a gift for helping people lead with clarity and confidence. He has coached winners of the Westpac Bank Innovation Awards, founded multiple startups, and was mentored by Forbes 30 under 30 talent.
His podcast sits in the top 10% most shared globally on Spotify, and he also hosts a weekly radio show. A TEDx curator and speaker coach, Eddie is an award-winning communicator who supports others to share their stories with purpose. As a facilitator, he’s known for his energy, relatability and ability to create impactful, memorable experiences.
Based in Aotearoa, Eddie is a proud husband and father of four who brings warmth, insight and authenticity to everything he does.
Talking Points
Be Uncomfortable and Grow
Comfort feels safe. Growth doesn’t.Be Uncomfortable and Grow
In any area of life - from public speaking to tough conversations or pitching to clients - we have a comfort zone that quietly limits us.
This session will help you reframe discomfort, turning it into a powerful tool for growth. You’ll discover how familiarity is the secret ingredient to confidence, along with practical strategies to expand your comfort zone - without feeling overwhelmed.
By embracing challenges with intention, you’ll turn them into stepping stones for exponential growth, regardless of your goals.
Prepare for your audience to leave deeply inspired, ready to see discomfort as their gateway to a life changing breakthrough.
Do More, Faster, but with Less Stress
Overwhelm and burnout have become the norm.Do More, Faster, but with Less Stress
The push to do more with less leaves people juggling priorities, often at the expense of their well-being.
Too often, we feel "too busy" to implement the right solutions, or the advice we receive doesn’t speak to our unique needs. This session addresses that gap, offering strategies that resonate and can be easily applied.
In this presentation, you’ll discover why "pausing" is the missing link to high performance.
Through a combination of scientific research and real-world experience, participants will gain simple, practical tools that can be used in both their work and personal lives - enabling them to thrive without the constant pressure.
This session delivers a high-ROI toolbox to help you achieve more, faster, with less stress.
The Keys to Love Life More
Loving life is like a muscle - the more you exercise it, the stronger it gets. The key is knowing how to develop this muscle and create more opportunities to do so.The Keys to Love Life More
Too often, people feel like passengers in their own lives, as if someone else is in the driver’s seat. Things happen to them, rather than having a sense of control or agency.
This feeling can show up in both personal and professional areas, and it’s tough to overcome.
In this session, participants will discover the compass of contentment, enjoyment and enrichment, and why it’s crucial for a fulfilling life. They'll identify personal characteristics that define this compass and how to harness it for themselves.
They’ll also uncover the barriers that can cloud their compass - self-doubt, imposter syndrome, loss of confidence, regret and unspoken aspirations - and discover how to break through them.
Your audience will learn to approach life strategically, so they can design the life they truly want to live. By embracing Love Life More as both a message and a mindset, they can shift perspective, ignite motivation, and avoid any "I wish I had..." regrets on their deathbed.
This session is a game-changer for smashing through self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and any loss of confidence.
MC / Facilitator
Eddie Rakanui is an experienced MC who creates memorable events.MC / Facilitator
With a life of leadership, facilitation, and broadcasting, he knows how to hold attention and keep audiences connected.
“Captivating and relatable” are words often used to describe Eddie’s style. He is renowned for reading the room and fine-tuning his approach so everyone feels invested. Quick to adapt when plans change, he keeps events entertaining and on track.
Confident working across sectors, cultures and communities, Eddie is a master of creating safe spaces. His award winning leadership coaching, incredible wealth of experiences, and event preparation, give him the tools to make any event a success.
Eddie’s experience and steady presence give organisers confidence, while his engaging style ensures audiences enjoy a positive, lasting impression.
