Bonita Norris

"Bonita did a great job as expected. Thanks for all your efforts in helping to organise this" - Armaan, Senior Consultant, Ernst & Young

"I wanted to thank you again for your time yesterday, I cannot tell you how many people have said to me how much they enjoyed it - male and female. You are an incredibly eloquent speaker and a great storyteller and had us all spellbound in your journey up the mountain. I loved how you weaved our values into the story - there were so many parallels with start up life. For me the mindset piece was so valuable and I am completely stealing the 'focus don't fret' mantra! One of your closing lines about not being the best mountaineer, not striving for perfection but just focussing on getting better and that consistency I loved. It's very easy to get caught in that comparison trap particularly as a woman and how other people are better than you. It was the perfect way to celebrate IWD and we couldn't have asked for someone more inspirational in breaking the bias than you! Thanks again, we'd love to keep in touch and hear about your next challenge when your daughter is a little older" - Jennie

“Bonita’s visit exceeded all of our expectations. She was warm and friendly with an incredible story to tell. The children were hooked from the minute she started speaking (as were all of the adults present). Her amazing photographs added to the story. She talked passionately for an hour – the children did not move. They were truly mesmerised. Overall it was a very special afternoon. Bonita was extremely engaging and her determination to achieve was evident. She was passionate yet realistic. Her motto ‘Aim High’ really resounded with us all. I can honestly say that everyone at our school who was part of this event was touched by Bonita and her incredible journey.” –  Andrew, Assistant Head, Southway Primary School.

“I sat through her presentation and thoroughly enjoyed it. I spoke today to so many colleagues who also really loved it. She provided the students with so many stories, humorous anecdotes that I am sure they will always remember and most importantly, with tips for motivation. She truly is an inspiration!” – Julie, Head Teacher, Invicta Grammar School.

“I want to say thank you so much to Bonita for the talk that she gave to the 300 young people on Friday evening in Loughborough. Her story and presentation style resonated fantastically well with the themes of the camp and we were able to use excerpts from what she told us about her experiences throughout the weekend. The audience of talented young athletes and coaches were gripped from start to finish and I am certain that they will take away some really significant learning and influence from the session.” – Will, Head of Talent, Youth Sport Trust.

"Just a quick note of thanks for the hugely entertaining and inspiring talk this afternoon. I’ve already had a number of comments from people saying how much they enjoyed it. For me the combination of little gems like ‘Focus, don’t fret’ and ‘Don’t miss the opportunity because you’re afraid you might fail’ with a fantastic story was a wonderful way to spend the time. I must admit that being an outdoorsy, scouty type, I was sold on the story from early on and I can’t wait to share some of the inspiration with my cubs & scouts on Friday" – Dom, Prahs

"Bonita was brilliant, she met our brief exactly as requested. Lots of positive feedback from the team so please thank her personally from me. Left us all very emotional at the end." - Elaine, Fresenius Kabi

"I just wanted to email to say a big thank you to Bonita for yesterday’s session. She was brilliant and managed to really nail the key points Urgo were looking for without forcing them into her story at all. It was brilliant." - Emily, Mole Digital