Michael Crossland

Michael Crossland

Speaker  |  Executive Coach  |  Humanitarian  |  International Best Selling Author
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About Michael

“Michael has been a fighter since birth, defying the odds of surviving not only a rare form of life-threatening cancer, but being the sole survivor of a horrific cancer drug trial. His battle ...”

Michael has been a fighter since birth, defying the odds of surviving not only a rare form of life-threatening cancer, but being the sole survivor of a horrific cancer drug trial. His battle continues to this very day, having spent nearly ¼ of his life in hospital. Michael is a true fighter, and despite only being told what he could not do, he continually shows the world absolutely everything that he can accomplish.

A businessman and elite sportsman, Michael is at the forefront of today’s new generation of inspirational speakers and is one the most in demand and highly respected speakers in Australia. After releasing his first ‘tell all’ autobiography in 2016, he is now a number 1 bestselling author across 6 different countries.

Raw, real and truly life changing, Michael’s story will undoubtedly bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your heart, as he teaches the keys to success, the importance of embracing change and the mindset needed to achieve your goals. Once you hear him speak, you will have a renewed perspective on life (and you’ll discover that you have little to complain about ever again).

Despite spending nearly a quarter of his life in hospital, he has forged a highly successful career in the corporate world, represented Australia in his chosen sport and featured regularly across all forms of media.  He also runs a school and orphanage in Haiti and has been presented with the Australia Day Ambassador role for 7 consecutive years.

What people say about Michael

Michael’s story of perseverance was simply incredible. Not only did he captivate all of our players, but our coaches as well. He knew his audience, and was able to convey his inspirational message to everyone in attendance. His tireless work across the globe, in particular in Haiti, is simply remarkable. His interaction with our players and overall upbeat attitude is something that any baseball manager cannot get enough of. Throughout my own baseball journey, I have never seen or heard such a positive perspective on not only the game, but on life itself.

– John Schneider, Manager, Toronto Blue Jays

Michael’s story was at times heart wrenching, but the overarching message of refusing to let adversity define you struck a chord with our audience that I don’t believe we have hit before, or will manage to again. Never have I seen 500 people leap to their feet so quickly in a unified standing ovation. As a professional speaker, Michael’s attention to detail, ability to speak to brief and skill with an audience’s focus was second to none. From a booking point of view, he was friendly, approachable and entirely focused on what we were trying to achieve at our event.

– Stephanie Wells, Marketing Communications Manager, Franchise Council Australia

Words escape me to truly express my thanks for the amazing journey you took us all on today and the roller coast ride of emotions you evoked in us all. I feel incredibly humbled & honoured to have met you and want you to know how much you touched everyone in the room today with your warmth, passion, incredible spirit & courage in the face of such adversity. The room was charged full of raw energy & emotion when you finished and many members commented to me afterwards how incredibly inspirational you were and how powerful your messages, learning’s and insights were.

– Amanda McKernan , Director International HR Director Forum, CEO Forum Group

Thank you for sharing your inspiring, yet very personal, story at our company Kick Start event earlier this year. From business to sport you reminded us that in life anything we set our mind to we can accomplish successfully. You are a true inspiration to us all.

– John McGrath , Chief Executive Officer, McGrath Estate Agents

Our staff and players thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to hear your story and were genuinely inspired by your powerful life experiences. Look forward to catching up with you soon & thanks again for making the time & effort last week.

– Todd Greenberg, Chief Executive Officer, BULLDOGS RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB

Your achievements in the face of adversity in both business and sport are truly remarkable. Hearing about your tenacity and persistence in the face of so many hurdles was inspirational and highly motivating for those of us who work in a competitive sales environment and have our wins and disappointments, albeit no comparison with yours. Perhaps your experience in sales and sales management helped but we felt you connected particularly well with our people from the outset and the feedback since has been nothing short of exceptional. We are all better for the experience.

– Gavan Fallon, Managing Director, Buxton Real Estate Group Pty Ltd

I listened with such intent to your talk today… I have no words… I was truly moved… You are a very special inspiring person thank god there are people like you in this cruel world… Keep doing what you do because you really do touch people…. Tears flowed down my cheeks as I listened to your story of when your treatment started- as my good friends little boy has been diagnosed with leukaemia and he is struggling with treatment … I will tell her to look out for you at camp quality xx thanks again you are not normal you’re amazing!!

– VPNG Conference

We have never had a speaker connect with the audience the way Michael did, he is truly a remarkable man and touches everyone he comes across. My favourite comment from a delegate was, “Michael makes me want to be a better person”. I would recommend him to anyone looking to inspire their team.

– Henry Schein Halas

Michael's books

Everything Will Be OK

Everything Will Be OK

In this stirring memoir, Michael shares his story of hardship and challenges that many of us wouldn’t even dream of facing, and reveals how a steadfast mindset, genuine compassion, tireless drive, and unwavering optimism helped him to overcome even the strongest obstacles. It is a simple and enduring belief that everything will be OK.