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Hey, I’m Karyn. Ready to stop winging it and start leading with impact?
Communication Trainer / Mindset, Productivity and Communication Coach/ Wellbeing Specialist / Author of ‘How to Keep the YOU in Mum’ / Parent Educator / THRIVE Women's Event Manager
From Good to Great: Communication that Connects, Improves Confidence, and Achieves Results
Why Maximising Your Opportunities To Communicate is a big deal
We’re always communicating – verbally and non-verbally – whether we realise it or not!
Effective, powerful communication is central to every conversation and influences all parts of life: careers, teamwork, relationships, families, parenting, and even how we speak to ourselves.
Communicate Powerfully takes a holistic approach that goes beyond the basics. It covers communication styles, tone, body language, presenting with impact, and strong written and verbal skills – while also helping people thrive through storytelling, emotional intelligence, growth mindset, and authentic, assertive communication.
My Journey
I’ve always been passionate about great communication—within teams, in leadership, and across my professional and personal relationships. A turning point came in my mid-20s during an Assertiveness course, where I began exploring how we communicate with others—and ourselves. It sparked a deeper interest in transforming our inner critic into an inner coach through positive psychology.
With a background in Communication, Psychology, Wellbeing, and CliftonStrengths, moving into communication training felt like a natural step. It allows me to support individuals and teams in elevating their communication, productivity, and relationships from good to great.
My Experience
With over 25 years in personal and business development, I help individuals, teams, and organisations overcome challenges, boost productivity, communicate confidently, and collaborate effectively through their unique strengths and styles.
At the heart of my business, Riley Life, are mindset, positive psychology, strengths, and wellbeing – all essential to powerful communication, self-leadership, and awareness of self and others. My approach blends practical tools with psychological insight to help people communicate with authenticity, clarity, and impact.
Why Choose Me?
I believe great communication is the foundation of human connection. People learn best when they feel safe, valued, and inspired to grow.
As a facilitator, I help individuals, leaders, and teams elevate their communication with support, practical strategies, and a focus on continuous growth. My strength lies in uplifting others, building self-belief, and encouraging curiosity and improvement.
With 25+ years’ experience across New Zealand and Australia, I’m a published author, coach, and trainer with a background in Psychology and a growth mindset. My workshops are engaging, inclusive, and action-focused—designed to empower people while keeping learning enjoyable.
I also offer follow-up coaching to support lasting development and performance outcomes.
Who I Have Worked With
I've worked with teams and individuals of diverse ages and cultural backgrounds across a broad range of industries in both New Zealand and Australia.
My communication experience includes facilitating workshops, coaching programmes and speaking to groups and organisations (small and large) within:
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Agriculture and Rural Wellbeing
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Education
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Telecommunications
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Women’s Corporate and Entrepreneurial Business Networks
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Parenting
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Sport – Community and High Performance
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Library and Information sectors
I’ve written articles for national media outlets e.g. stuff.co.nz, parenting magazines (print and digital) and The Press newspaper, and been interviewed by national and regional television and women’s magazines, providing expert commentary.
My passion and expertise include helping individuals, teams, and organisations to:
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Enhance team collaboration and productivity
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Improve leadership and management capability
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Build confidence to engage in challenging conversations
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Create an inclusive, empowering workplace culture
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Establish a clear vision, set goals, and achieve results
My Qualifications
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Certified Communicate Powerfully Licensed Trainer (CPLT)
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Communication, Advocacy and Marketing course – Open Polytechnic
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Psychology of Wellbeing – University of Canterbury
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Accredited CliftonStrengths Coach – Strengths Network
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Bachelor of Psychology – University of Canterbury (continuing)
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International Coach Federation Accredited Coach (Coach U graduate)
Learn More About Karyn & Communicate Powerfully
Want to see what I’m all about? Watch the video below to get a feel for how I work, what I believe in, and how I can help you communicate with impact.
If you want real, sustainable results and outcomes for your team and/or business organisation, let’s talk!
Email: results@rileylife.co.nz
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/karynrileylife/
Website: www. rileylife.co.nz
Phone number: +64 275 379 300