Chris Daicos

Education Consultant, Inspirational Speaker, Personal Development, Well Within

Dip Tch, BA, BSW, MAPP, FACEL

Chris is a trained teacher and social worker who has also completed the Masters of Applied Positive Psychology. She has over three decades of experience supporting organisations in the public and private sector to enhance functioning and develop wellbeing. Her work was recognized by the Australian Council for Educational Leaders for which she was awarded a fellowship.

Where were you born?

Melbourne

What other jobs have you had?

Primary Teacher, School Social Worker, University Lecturer ( Education and Social Work) headspace project officer, and Educational Consultant

What themes are recurring in your work?

Mental health, wellbeing, resilience, building teams and difficult conversations.

What have been the highlights of your career?

Presenting a Keynote at a National Literacy Conference (1500 attendees)

What are you passionate about?

Mental health of young people and adults

Haven’t I seen you before?

Probably I have been around for 3 decades!

Testimonials

Chris Daicos is authentic, genuine and compelling. I have found her to be one of the most engaging and professional presenters I have worked with over the past 8 years and in every instance the feedback from my various leadership and staff teams has been one highlighting these strong qualities. Chris has been able to enthuse aspirant leaders, challenge various levels of thinking and encourage risk taking in managing challenge and change. Her warmth and compassion is her strength which is solidly supported by her expertise, knowledge and skill. I highly recommend Chris as a facilitator, presenter and an advocate for positive change.

—Chris Beare Principal Mill Park Heights PS

Thank you very much for your presentation last night. The focus on two or three easy things that students can do was just what they need at this time. When I went for a walk with my daughter last night, we listed the five things we are grateful for. So easy to do, so often not done.

—Educator - Canterbury Girls’ Secondary College

Thank you very much for facilitating the ‘Flourishing in 2021’ workshop with our staff yesterday. It was a powerful way to start the year. Staff were highly engaged and the feedback has been incredibly positive.

—Principal - Hawthorn West Primary School

Chris brings humour in her presentation which lightens up the topic in building resilience in children. She highlighted the key points in building resilience by developing essential skills, habits and attitudes that can help children build relationships with others, managing conflicts and build their self-confidence….. Overall it is very informative, with fun activities that help parents put the idea into a better perspective.

—Parent - Fitzroy North Primary School

Audience

Location

Victoria

Sessions

In addition to the sessions below, all speakers present general talks on their books and topics of expertise.

Preparing For Challenging Conversations
Having the interpersonal skills to influence and mobilise others to achieve shared goals is critical for leaders. Leaders frequently manage situations that involve competing views . . .
Building High Performance Teams
Great teams are energizing and productive, delivering breakthrough results. But high-performing teams only happen as a result of intentional, strategic work on your part . . .
How To Move From Functioning To Flourishing
In its simplest form wellbeing is our ability to feel good and function effectively. It is what provides us with resilience to navigate the natural . . .
Strength Based Parenting
Strength-based parenting (SBP) is a scientifically researched approach where parents confidently and intentionally focus on their child’s strengths and positive qualities to promote . . .
How To Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk
As a parent, what can you do when you find yourself saying, ‘my children don’t listen’ and you’re tired of pulling your hair . . .