The power of storytelling can transform your life.
Award-winning journalist Jehan Casinader is one of New Zealand’s top storytellers.
For more than a decade, he has been a familiar face on our screens, reporting for primetime shows like TVNZ’s Sunday, Seven Sharp and Close Up. He was named “Broadcast Reporter of the Year” at the Voyager Media Awards in 2020, and “Reporter of the Year” at the New Zealand Television Awards in 2018.
In the aftermath of natural disasters, terror attacks, sporting triumphs and everything in between, Jehan has helped hundreds of Kiwis to share their vulnerable and deeply personal stories with the rest of the country.
“Each of us has a story about who we are,” says Jehan. “But where do those stories come from? How do our stories influence our wellbeing? And how can we tell more helpful, hopeful stories about our lives?”
Through challenging, inspiring keynotes, Jehan reveals how storytelling can transform every area of our life - including mental health, productivity and relationships.
As a survivor of depression, he wants every Kiwi to have a hopeful, helpful story to tell. He is the author of This Is Not How It Ends: How rewriting your story can save your life (HarperCollins).
Talking Points
The Power of Stories
You’re the author of your story. Learn how this simple idea can have a dramatic impact on your mental health and relationships.
The Power of Stories
Lead with Stories
Most of us can communicate, but not everyone can tell a good story. Learn how to gain influence by engaging hearts and mindset.
Lead with Stories
Common Ground
Our world feels more polarised than ever - from politics to race. Learn how to build deep relationships with people who are different to you.
Common Ground
Find Your Voice
Self-doubt and “imposter syndrome” keep many of us quiet. It doesn’t have to be this way. Learn how to find your voice - and use it.
Find Your Voice
Tell Me The Good News
We're drowning in negative information.Tell Me The Good News
From breaking news to social media, we're bombarded with negative, anxiety-inducing content all day long.
Much of it is detrimental to our mental health. Most of us have no idea how to manage the information we consume. How do we choose what to read and watch? How do we stay informed - without being overwhelmed? How do we process news that makes us distressed, especially during Covid?
Jehan Casinader offers a rare, unique "insider's view" on how the media works. He explains how each of us can take back control - and find the good news.
TAILORED FOR YOUR AUDIENCE
• Eye-opening facts about where information comes from, how it's curated and how it affects our brains.
• Simple strategies to regulate your consumption of news, social media and other content.
• Tools to help you reframe unhelpful narratives.
• The remarkable stories that reveal why life as a human is becoming better, not worse.
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Jehan Casinader Showreel
Lead With Stories
The Power of Stories
I was absolutely blown away by his professionalism, the sincerity of his message and the power behind it… One of our delegates told me how personally he was impacted by Jehan's keynote speec ... keep reading EVANZ
Having seen the effect his story - and the tools he offers to help people reshape their own stories - had on my Senior Leadership Team - I have no hesitation in commending him as a keynote speaker and presenter of rare talent.
It goes without saying that Jehan is an exceptional communicator, but what struck me was the open, honest way and vulnerable way he shared his journey. He brought real clarity to many mental health and wellbeing issues critical to our sector.
Jehan is an exceptional speaker with a unique ability to hold the room. Jehan presented to us during Mental Health Awareness Week 2020. His message was timely, honest and relatable. We truly appreciate the korero he gave us
We highly recommend Jehan as an MC and facilitator. We engaged Jehan to facilitate the Government’s Just Transition Summit in Taranaki. This was a pivotal event, requiring a facilitator that could respectfully manage the differing views of our five key stakeholder groups - Government, business, workers, Iwi and community. Jehan did this masterfully… There are not many MCs and facilitators that can be this agile and accommodating, while presenting a professional and seamless face to the audience.
Jehan was superb. We’re delighted with the vibe and verve he brought to the EPICNZ Conference as our MC. It was a dynamic role, given he wasn’t just the MC but also the facilitator and moderator of panel sessions - and delivered that role with great style and effectiveness. Importantly, this included a snappy pace and he really supported the speakers to shine.
We were delighted with the manner in which Jehan undertook his role. His preparation was thorough, and he was most effective in quickly making a strong connection with the audience. He worked very closely with me throughout the day so as to ensure our programme ran smoothly. The following piece of feedback I received after the event sums it up: “The MC is a rock-star. He did his job brilliantly!
It was an outstanding presentation - pitch perfect in its content and delivery. I’ve received so many positive comments from those who attended, saying ‘Lead With Stories’ will help them to drive change. Jehan held the audience in the palm of his hand, while offering real nuggets
Jehan stepped in at the last minute for us and was very professional, warm, and engaging. We knew we were in great hands as soon as he came on board!
The entire audience felt that Jehan had very relevant content, connected well with the audience and presented it in a very engaging fashion.
We had a great briefing discussion with Jehan prior to our event. He took everything on board and styled his presentation to our specific needs. Jehan is engaging, professional and relatable, he held the attention of our 100 plus participants right up until the last minute. The feedback received from attendees was a resounding vote of excellence that he had firmly instilled the belief in our people to go forward and tell their own stories with confidence! We are hugely grateful for the motivation and potential now sown in the minds of everyone who attended. Sincere thanks and appreciation Jehan for achieving this outcome for our members.
