More About Jonathan Acott

Jonathan Acott is an empathetic, engaging, knowledgeable and impactful motivational speaker. With his dynamic personality and innovative approach, each speaking engagement is tailored to the specific client and audience.

A seasoned speaker, he is known for his authentic, raw and genuine approach to presenting. Whilst cancer was his origin story, his talks don’t dwell on it; they are positive, uplifting and inspirational talks focussed on what can be achieved both physically and mentally.

He tells his story of surviving six cancers (initially testicular which relapsed four times, as well as a bowel cancer) and living with multiple treatments and surgeries, a breakdown and other mental health challenges with humour and candour, recounting the highs and lows and all the lessons he’s learned along the way. He transforms the lives of audiences by talking, not just about illness, but how you can make the most of yourself to live a life less ordinary.

Mentally the challenges have been significant too with a reduced life expectancy, depression, mental health challenges, anxiety and PTSD alongside a career interrupted and numerous redundancies. But the important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle, the essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well.

Despite, in-spite and because of the illnesses and the scars there have been triumphs. Jonathan displays an indefatigable spirit to all his endeavours and despite not being quick or strong his indomitable will to push through has seen him achieve amazing things. From finishing an Ironman with active cancer through to walking on fire and running marathons.  Jonathan has climbed the highest mountains,  swum the longest lakes and has thrived whilst pursuing a life less than ordinary. Jonathan seeks adventure and finds the challenge of events a way to share his story and to further remind himself of how lucky he is.  He is the first six-time cancer survivor to run a marathon on every continent.

Jonathan Acott | Speaker

From a C-Suite to team bonding, a wellbeing event to a charity gala, Jonathan delivers an impactful and inspiring talk to audiences. Jonathan is known for his authentic, raw and genuine approach to presenting. Whilst Cancer was his origin story his talks don’t dwell on it, they are positive, uplifting and inspirational talks focusing on what can be achieved both physically and mentally. His talks are attended by people of all ages and backgrounds, and from a variety of industries. A passionate approach combined with an outside-the-box perspective and a unique story.

Jonathan Acott | Coach

Jonathan has faced numerous challenges in life, and these experiences have instilled in him a unique attitude, indomitable spirit, and unwavering strength. He has emerged from each setback stronger, embodying adaptability and perseverance. With a wealth of personal and professional experiences, he offers practical guidance as a personal coach, bridging the gap between dreams and reality. His approach is rooted in empathy and genuine understanding, providing a safe environment for growth and transformation.

Jonathan Acott | Host

With his broad background of education and experience and a confident easy going delivery style, he has experiencing hosting and presenting a range of events, from gala dinners to small prize-givings.

Jonathan Acott | Speaking Topics

– Resilience
– Motivation
– Inspiration
– Mental Health
– Physical Health
– Cancer
– Fitness/Exercise
– Mindset

Jonathan Acott speaks on a number of topics, but his most popular talk focusses on resilience, motivation, mindset, and attitude, with touches of his cancer and mental health journey.

Jonathan Acott | Talk Deliverables

– A dose of reality and pragmatism
– Lessons borne out of a hard life that can be taken and applied to your own
– Entertaining sessions with a powerful message of hope and optimism
– How to be more pragmatic, resilient and accountable

Jonathan Acott has climbed some of the highest mountains, both literally and metaphorically, swum lakes, run marathons and ultra-marathons, and lives his life to be the best version of himself, physically and mentally, and he shares how you can do the same in your personal or work life. His talks are attended by people of all ages and backgrounds and from a variety of industries. A passionate approach combined with an outside-the-box perspective and unique story. Jonathan Acott will help you see things in a different way and leave you inspired.

Clients include Bournemouth University, KHWS, Salomon, University of Surrey, Wiser, and WWF.

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