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Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author
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I believe

I have something worthwhile to say not only about the particular topics which have affected my life and taken me to some dark places, but also on a wider variety of business topics which I see differently because of my experiences.  It is my opportunity to give something to those seeking support.

Sometimes you don't need someone to tell you that everything will be alright.

Sometimes you simply need someone to help you believe that there is a way forward.

I survived a challenging childhood, two life threatening episodes of cancer, an abusive business relationship, unemployment and severe financial difficulties and to quote Maya Angelou - "Still I Rise".


My journey has taught me what truly matters in life, what works when plans collapse, motivation disappears, and you need something more reliable than willpower.


I help people rewire their thinking and change their mindset for a more positive future by blending practical insight with a compassionate, grounded approach. 


Whether you are rebuilding after setbacks or trying to break negative patterns, I guide you to get by today while creating the mental shifts that make tomorrow genuinely different.

Sector experience

I have had a portfolio career across:


Automotive manufacturing and retail

Commercial and residential property

Further education

Financial and Banking

Charity / third sector

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

Clear, calm presenter - very, very professional. Natural ability to explain things simply. Natural facilitator, hard to fault...


Jaguar Land Rover

A man with an extraordinary life story


Scholars School System

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

Some of my affiliations

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

I am a member of the HBR Advisory Council helping to improve the content they publish as well as help chart HBR's future direction by providing feedback to the editors, previewing new content, and weighing in on ideas from HBR as well as those from the wider world of management and leadership. 

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

 I am involved in discussions about developments, improvements, service evaluations and redesigns relating to cancer care.  


Working on a variety of projects including patient pathway improvements and initiatives to deliver personalised care. 

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

 I am a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts which means I am committed to thoughtful leadership, creative thinking and positive change. 


Through this I am connected to the next generation of people shaping the future in every field. 

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

Personal Highlights

Being a husband, father and family man

Having the gift of music to trigger positive emotions

Still being here after two life-threatening cancers 

Becoming an Advisor to Harvard Business Review

Being Chair of a Charity for the homeless

Founding an award winning online CPD Academy

Founding an international outsourcing organisation

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

My Values

Family

Authenticity

Compassion

Loyalty

Seeing other's point of view

Making a difference

Volunteering

  • University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Cancer Patient Engagement Group adviser and motivational speaker
  • Leicester Charity Link Fundraiser
  • Cancer Research UK volunteer


Video is a clip from a motivational speech for a Student Recognition Event at Scholars School System in Birmingham, UK


Audiences find my positivity infectious and leave events feeling uplifted and energised.

Martin Russell Hughes ¦ Motivational Speaker and Author

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