Talks & Interviews
Community & Leadership Highlights
The King’s Trust 50th Anniversary Garden Party — Buckingham Palace
In May 2026, Mike attended the 50th Anniversary Garden Party for The King’s Trust at Buckingham Palace.
Having supported The King’s Trust as a business mentor for around 10 years, the event brought together volunteers, mentors, supporters, young people, public figures and guests from across the UK to celebrate the charity’s ongoing impact and contribution.
The afternoon included speeches, live music, networking, and conversations around leadership, equality, resilience, opportunity, and mental health awareness.
A memorable day and a reminder of the importance of mentorship, community support, and creating environments where people feel encouraged to grow and thrive.
Organisational Speaking & Events
NHS Supply Chain — Low Mood & Consistency
During Mental Health Awareness Week, Mike Lawrence delivered a workplace wellbeing Lunch & Learn session for NHS Supply Chain, exploring low mood, resilience and maintaining consistency during challenging periods.
The session brought together more than 100 attendees for a practical conversation around emotional wellbeing, pressure, performance and psychological safety at work.
These conversations matter because many people continue carrying pressure quietly while still trying to function professionally every day.
Podcasts & Interviews
Conversation with Jay Acharya
Leadership, Resilience & Mental Health
I recently joined the Becoming the Leader in You podcast to explore leadership, resilience, and mental health in real-world settings.
The conversation focused on what happens when pressure builds — and how leaders respond in those moments, not just in theory but in practice.
We covered:
- Managing stress without burning out
- What resilience looks like in real situations
- The link between mental wellbeing and leadership performance
- Practical ways to stay focused and grounded under pressure
Part of the discussion also touched on my own experience in 2023, undergoing brain surgery to remove a pituitary tumour. It’s something that reshaped how I view pressure, recovery, and sustainable performance.
Throughout the conversation, the focus remained the same — moving beyond awareness to practical, day-to-day leadership.
Conversation with Mike Marshall
Workplace Wellbeing & Leadership
A practical conversation exploring workplace wellbeing, leadership, pressure, and how organisations can better support people navigating stress, burnout, and emotional fatigue.
The discussion focused on:
- leadership during uncertainty
- psychologically safe workplace cultures
- emotional wellbeing at work
- practical wellbeing strategies
- balancing performance with humanity
Conversation with Karene Lambert-Gorwyn
Workplace Wellbeing & Confidence
A conversation exploring confidence, communication, emotional wellbeing, and the importance of self-belief within professional and personal environments.
Topics included:
- building confidence under pressure
- emotional resilience
- communication and leadership
- wellbeing and self-awareness
- supporting people to thrive authentically
Conversation with Julie Mann
Workplace Wellbeing, Balance & Self-Care
A thoughtful discussion around wellbeing, self-care, balance, and the importance of protecting mental and emotional health in busy modern lives.
Topics explored included:
- self-care without guilt
- recognising burnout signals
- maintaining balance during pressure
- emotional wellbeing
- practical ways to support long-term resilience
Conversation with Jon Covey
Workplace Wellbeing & Life Balance
A podcast conversation exploring mental health, wellbeing, and balancing work, life, and self-care in real-world environments.
Also available on Apple Podcasts
👉 Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/56-mike-lawrence/id1117286552?i=1000444609901
Conversation with Naked Sunday
Wellbeing, Identity & Perspective
A wider conversation exploring wellbeing, identity, perspective, and the importance of emotionally honest conversations around mental health and life experiences.
Themes included:
- identity and self-awareness
- perspective during challenge
- emotional growth
- wellbeing conversations
- resilience through lived experience
If this resonates and you’re thinking about how this shows up in your organisation: