A clinical psychologist’s mind. A business-owner at heart.
Meet Jacqui Maguire—a clinical psychologist bridging the gap between people’s wellbeing and business success.
As a leader in workplace and community wellbeing, Jacqui is driven by the belief that good psychology is good for business. She empowers leaders to confidently support their teams, creating safe, connected, and innovative workplaces where everyone thrives.
After earning her clinical psychology qualification, Jacqui’s passion for business led her to pioneer evidence-based strategies in workplaces—long before organisational wellbeing was mainstream. When ‘wellbeing at work’ was just a fruit basket in the staff room, she was already designing strategies that boosted performance and culture. Over the last decade, Jacqui has built her career at the intersection of psychology and business, becoming a sought-after media commentator, keynote speaker, and consultant.
Jacqui is a trusted media voice, founder of two #1 podcasts, What Matters Most and Mind Brew, and author of When the Wind Blew, praised by the Mental Health Foundation for equipping children with essential life skills. She also serves as the mental health adviser to global charity Movember.
Today, Jacqui partners with organisations locally and globally, transforming complex psychological concepts into practical strategies that empower people, leaders, and businesses to thrive. Renowned for turning ideas into impact, she creates systems that drive sustainable change.
With her warmth, empathy, and authenticity, Jacqui connects effortlessly with audiences—whether addressing a room of thousands or coaching executives one-on-one. By breaking down complex theories into relatable, real-world insights, Jacqui makes the profound simple and actionable.
Backed by top-tier credentials and a proven track record, Jacqui is a trusted expert delivering evidence-based insights that businesses rely on to succeed.
Talking Points
Burn Bright, Not Out
1.Define burnout and it’s identified common signs and symptoms.Burn Bright, Not Out
2.Explore the physical, emotional, and cognitive consequences of burnout on individuals.
3.Recognise common personal and organisational contributing risk factors of burnout.
4.Highlight New Zealand’s current burnout status.
5.Dispel myths on what is effective in preventing burnout.
6.Discuss the role of organisational culture and leadership in preventing burnout.
7.Provide practical leadership skills to support people to ‘burn bright, not out’
“Change is inevitable, growth is optional“ Effective wellbeing amidst change
1. Understand the psychological impact of uncertainty and rapid change, both individually and in the workplace.“Change is inevitable, growth is optional“ Effective wellbeing amidst change
2. Recognise the signs and implications of flourishing and languishing across the mental health continuum.
3. Learn and apply effective wellbeing strategies to foster mental health and productivity during challenging times.
4. Develop a personalised wellbeing plan to proactively manage and enhance your mental health amidst ongoing challenges.
Rising Above the Cost of Living Crisis - Wellbeing in the Face of Financial Strain
1. Understand the impact of financial strain on mental, physical, and social health.Rising Above the Cost of Living Crisis - Wellbeing in the Face of Financial Strain
2. Discuss the importance of financial awareness versus avoidance and what can contribute to these behavioural patterns.
3. Explore the relationship between self-worth and financial status, promoting healthy self-esteem regardless of financial circumstances.
4. Provide practical skills to foster emotional wellbeing in times of financial strain.
5. Explore strategies for communicating and maintaining supportive relationships during challenging financial times.
Psychological Safety at Work:
1.Explore the core principles of psychological safety and its critical connection to enhancing team performance.Psychological Safety at Work:
2.Learn to identify indicators of psychological safety within your team and understand its impact on collaboration and innovation.
3.Uncover the psychology behind psychological safety and how to overcome the natural evolutionary bias to remain silent in group settings.
4.Understand the leader’s role in fostering and sustaining psychological safety within their team.
5.Access a practical guide to establishing, maintaining, and monitoring psychological safety to create a high-performing team environment.
Future-Proofing Work: Strategies for Hybrid Team Success
1. Understand how hybrid work impacts individuals and teams, including its benefits and challenges.Future-Proofing Work: Strategies for Hybrid Team Success
2. Learn strategies to maintain connection and collaboration in hybrid settings through intentional practices.
3. Explore practical steps to support mental health and wellbeing in a hybrid work environment.
4. Develop leadership approaches to foster trust, inclusivity, and high performance in hybrid teams.
Lead Smarter, Not Harder: Self-Leadership for High-Impact Leaders
1. Discover how self-leadership empowers you to sustain peak performance and inspire your team.Lead Smarter, Not Harder: Self-Leadership for High-Impact Leaders
2. Uncover personal triggers that derail your leadership and master strategies to stay aligned with your values.
3. Learn the secrets to balancing health, relationships, and work to maintain resilience and clarity.
4. Create a tailored action plan to enhance your leadership impact and build lasting success.
Organisational Wellbeing: What Really Matters
1. Understand the link between mental health, employee wellbeing, and organisational success.Organisational Wellbeing: What Really Matters
2. Explore the evolution of workplace wellbeing strategies, including key trends and best practices.
3. Identify factors that enhance or undermine organisational wellbeing, with a focus on psychosocial risks.
4. Learn how leaders can foster a positive culture and support employee wellbeing through strong relationships.
Jacqui was amazing so engaging and delivery on point. ... keep reading Harcourts Gold
Jacqui's style is very engaging. She is well researched and knowledgeable and makes, what can be incredibly difficult subject matter and conversations, accessible and practical.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. What a wonderful taonga every staff member has been given. The amount of information, explanations, tips and the way Jacqui is able to impart it is invaluable. Words cannot express how meaningful and timely it has been. Lots of opportunities now to be aware of, to take care of myself and those whom I work, associate and live with, as well as my whanau. Arohanui.
