Schools

“Being obligated to listen to another guest speaker in our PHSE lesson turned out not to be so tedious when Mr Will Baxter made a visit to our school.

We were surprised to be met with such intelligent humour and open-mindedness so early in the morning and enjoyed a more than interesting talk on the contents of individuals’ handbags as well as the many gratifications of travelling the world.

All in all Will left us with many new and valuable ways of looking at our future lives as well as offering a vast spectrum into how to fill a gap year. An improvement on our last guest speaker: The Vet!”
Mahmood Ansari, 18, Bishop Thomas Grant School, London

“Hey Will, Thanks for coming. We get a lot of people come in and talk about careers and stuff but you’ve been the best by far!! smile
Adela Curaj, 17, Bishop Thomas Grant School, London

Q: What is the purpose of the talk?
A: Will provides an absorbing, effective and spontaneous style of presentation, looking in pupils handbags and discussing their contents to interact during school talks. This helps students gain confidence and motivates them to feel good about themselves, reach their full potential and inspire others. It’s interactive, gripping and novel, and people come away understanding so much more about their choices.

Q: What are the specific learning outcomes of the talks?
A: Will delivers exhilarating stories of adventure and tales about the people and places he encountered and also incorporates a strong motivational message to inspire pupils to put their whole hearts into life, whatever they end up doing. Will is on a mission to help people move beyond their fears, play bigger in their lives, and awaken their passions.

Q: What age group is it for?
A: Secondary schools, further education colleges and Universities.

Q: Where is it relevant in the curriculum?
A: Presented as part of the curriculum in the study of: PSHE, Life Skills, Aim Higher, Personal Development, Motivation and Achievement, Learning and Thinking Skills, Creativity and Brilliance, Geography, World Affairs, General Studies Groups and talking to Sixth form students about Gap Years.

Q: How much do Will’s talks cost?
A: Range from £200-300 plus travelling expenses from London.

Q: What do teachers and pupils say about his talks?
A: “Will’s engaging and interactive presentation inspired both students and faculty and helped them understand more about their own values and those of others.”  Nichole Wilson, English teacher, East Norfolk Sixth Form Centre

A: “Educational and fun. We’ve already re-booked Will for next year!”
Brynley Elias, Head of Art, Ferndown Upper School, Bournemouth

A: “Makes me wish I was heading off on my own gap year like many of our pupils will be. Will’s talk was tremendously engaging, humorous and thought provoking.”
John Turner, Head of Sixth Form, King Edwards School, Bath

A:  “It’s given me the confidence to just go out there and do it.” Anna Chamberlain, 17, East Norfolk Sixth Form College

Q: Where and when is Will available?
A: Will is available to talk nationwide, please email author(at)80handbags.com to check availability.

Q: Why Will Baxter?
A: Using epic photographs interspersed with video clips, his aim is to give audiences a perfect educational experience. He is deeply committed to continuously improving his presentation skills and has been personally trained by two award winning international speakers, Paul McGee and Steve McDermott.

Q: Can Will do tailored talks?
A: Will is happy to tailor his talks to support the specific interests and needs of each group. Just let Will know exactly what you want to get out of the talk before he arrives and he’ll adapt his talk accordingly.

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