Some of my most significant achievements have been born from my biggest failures.
Elle Steele is a dynamic Speaker and former elite Paralympian who inspires audiences with her unique blend of personal resilience, high-performance mindset, and practical strategies for achieving success. As an Australian Paralympic Swim Team member, Elle competed on the world stage, representing her country at the Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games. Specialising in freestyle and backstroke events, she broke personal records and gained invaluable lessons in determination, mental toughness, and the pursuit of excellence.
Elle’s athletic achievements didn’t stop in the pool. She was the first woman to represent Victoria in Wheelchair Rugby, showcasing her drive to break barriers and excel in new arenas. Her diverse sporting career exemplifies her adaptability, perseverance, and ability to thrive under pressure.
Elle’s extraordinary triumph over adversity demonstrates the power of grit and a positive mindset, inspiring individuals and teams to build confidence, overcome challenges, and unlock their full potential. Her insights into self-leadership and resilience resonate deeply with audiences navigating complex environments, leaders striving for authenticity, and individuals aiming to excel in life and work.
Her warm and engaging style empowers audiences with actionable takeaways to create lasting personal and professional transformation. As a trailblazer in resilience and self-mastery, Elle inspires audiences across corporate, government, and educational sectors to embrace their inner strength and thrive in the face of adversity. Her achievements on the global stage and groundbreaking leadership make her a compelling role model for those seeking to elevate their performance and achieve their goals.
Talking Points
Inspiring Confidence: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Unlocking Self-Leadership Synopsis:
Confidence and self-leadership are the foundation of professional and personal success, yet many struggle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Elle Steele shares her journey from Paralympian to entrepreneur, offering actionable strategies to build authentic confidence and foster self-leadership. Through relatable stories and proven techniques, audiences will learn how to embrace their strengths, conquer doubts, and take charge of their growth.Inspiring Confidence: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Unlocking Self-Leadership Synopsis:
Key Takeaways:
• Tools to identify and manage imposter syndrome effectively.
• Strategies for cultivating and sustaining confidence under pressure.
• Practical steps to lead yourself and inspire others with authenticity
Resilience Redefined: Thriving Through Challenges
Resilience isn’t about bouncing back—it’s about moving forward stronger and wiser. Drawing from her experience as an elite athlete who overcame significant obstacles, Elle Steele equips audiences with the tools to navigate change, manage setbacks, and build emotional strength. Her insights are tailored to help individuals and teams turn adversity into an opportunity for growth and innovation.Resilience Redefined: Thriving Through Challenges
Key Takeaways:
• A framework for building resilience and adapting to change.
• Techniques for turning setbacks into opportunities.
• Tools for fostering a growth mindset in challenging environments.
High-Performance Habits: Elevating Your Game
What separates the good from the great? Elle Steele explores the habits and mindset that drive high performance in elite sport, business, and life. From setting meaningful goals to maintaining focus and resilience, this session provides a roadmap for achieving sustained success.High-Performance Habits: Elevating Your Game
Key Takeaways:
• Insights into the daily habits of high performers.
• Strategies for maintaining focus and energy in high-pressure situations.
• Tools to align personal values with professional success.
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Elle Steele - SportsGrad Podcast
Meet Elle Steele, the National Project Manager for Disability Sports Australia’s ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ Program. Beyond her day-to-day gig, Elle is also a Paralympian, Founder, TEDx speaker, and inclusion advocate. If you're interested in a career in the diversity & inclusion space, you're going to love this episode. We dive deep into her main initiative, the ‘Building Inclusive Sport Clubs’ program, where her goal is to promote the access and inclusion of people with disabilities in sporting clubs across Australia. Heaps to look out for, including Elle’s career journey, how to make your organisation more accessible and inclusive, learnings from being a Paralympian, and how Elle wishes everyone would view those with a disability.#SayitNow - Elle Steele
Elle Steele is a 5-time Australian representative, Paralympian and gold Medal Winner. She spent 13 years as a swimmer and was the first female from Victoria to play wheelchair rugby at a national level.The Dance Of Disability | Elle Steele | TEDxCecilStreet
Get ready for your mind to open (and dance!) to the intersecting world of disability in a way you've never heard before. Elle is a 5-time Australian Swimming representative, Paralympian and Gold medalist, who now works in the personal development space as a psychic business coach, healer and motivational speaker. Born with a congenital disability called Arthrogryposis, Elle’s life has been full of moments of great joy and sadness due to the continual change in her physical capabilities. Living on the Surf Coast in Victoria, Elle’s life mission is to show others that despite all the heartache we may face, if we can be brave to heal our hearts, the ripple effect of this bravery will help to heal the world.I just wanted to reach out and thank you for your presentation yesterday at the Golf Summit. The way you delivered your message and were so open and honest with the audience was outstanding. ... keep reading Golf Australia
Elle was amazing. She adapted her presentation to meet the needs of the delegates but structured her presentation so everything flowed together.
