57: Dare to Be Different and Watch What Happens with Peter Merrett

December 19, 2024

57: Dare to Be Different and Watch What Happens with Peter Merrett

Jacqueline welcomes Peter Merrett, Australia’s 2024 Keynote Speaker of the Year and the visionary behind The House of Wonderful. 

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Wonder isn’t just for children – and we’d love you to meet the man daring the world to rediscover it.

In this episode, Jacqueline welcomes Peter Merrett, Australia’s 2024 Keynote Speaker of the Year and the visionary behind The House of Wonderful. 

Peter’s journey from chef to award-winning hotelier, to a global keynote sensation, is nothing short of awe-inspiring. It’s all about daring to embrace who you are, leaning into authenticity, and making wonder your way of life.

He shares how his love of speaking helped him transition from corporate life into a career that is as unique as it is inspiring. You’ll learn how he’s stayed true to his vision, even when others doubted, and how he masterfully connects with audiences by being “all in.” 

This conversation will encourage you to dive into your lane, give yourself permission to flourish, dare to be different, and let wonder lead the way.

WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Meet Peter Merrett (00:03)
  • The origins of The House of Wonderful (02:27)
  • Peter’s all-in philosophy (04:42)
  • How the hospitality industry shaped Peter’s obsession with unforgettable experiences (05:52)
  • Why you’ll find Peter sitting quietly in the back of the room before delivering his keynote (08:34)
  • Why it’s crucial to stay true to your unique character (11:15)
  • How to draw the perfect audience to you (14:53)
  • Insights on Peter’s long-term relationship with a US-based client (19:01)
  • The power of iteration (21:21)
  • How to create your breakthrough (23:50)
  • All about Peter’s upcoming book (27:20)
  • Peter’s mission to reignite the spark of wonder we’re all born with (31:14)
  • How true service goes far beyond the stage. (34:35)
  • Dare to be different (41:20)

QUOTES

“Sometimes we can run around in the busyness of what we do and do things by halves. But we were taught in hotels, everything that we did, every single day, to go ALL IN. Those two words have never left my mind — all in, go all in.” – Peter Merrett

“If you want the closing spot, you are actually responsible for bringing it home.” – Jacqueline Brooker

“I am always reminding myself of the permission that I’m continuously giving to myself — to be me, to be bold being me, and be very comfortable sailing in the lane that I’m in.” – Peter Merrett

“We can’t speak to the entire whole world. Our message will appeal and be the right message for certain people, and it’s utterly invigorating when you find the people that you just love to work with.” – Peter Merrett

“This is iterative. You are never actually at the end destination ” – Jacqueline Brooker

“What an honour that moment is, and none of it is about us as the speaker. It’s all about the people that we’re about to serve or help, the audience that we’re about to interact with.” – Peter Merrett

“The platform is a privilege, and we are there to serve.” – Jacqueline Brooker

RESOURCES

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Professional Speakers Australia

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WHERE TO FIND PETER MERRETT

WHERE TO FIND JACQUELINE BROOKER

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