MQ Incubator Lunch & Learn | Navigating Work-Life Balance, Burnout and Mental Health

Join us for a special keynote for R U OK? Day, where Nick Gorman, Founder of Equilibrium at Work addresses the essential themes of work-life balance, burnout, and the mental health potholes. Nick introduces his Toolkit for Self-Repair, an invaluable asset for both professional and personal reflection.

Nick looks at the responsibility that managers and leaders hold in fostering a healthy work environment. By sharing insights from his extensive coaching experience, Nick offers the audience relatable findings, seamlessly blended with practical advice. He wraps up by sharing his own mental health journey, openly discussing his struggles with anxiety and depression. This continued effort aims to normalise the conversation, encouraging others to speak up, reflect, notice colleagues and friends around them and engage in conversation.

About the Speaker

Nick is a seasoned professional with over 22 years of experience in the financial sector, having served as a Managing Director and Equities Trader for global investment banks including Citigroup, Merrill Lynch, and Macquarie Bank. Growing up in Melbourne as the youngest of 12 children, Nick developed a strong sense of resilience and adaptability, traits that have guided him throughout his career.

In 2018, after battling anxiety and depression since the age of 21, Nick was formally diagnosed with these conditions. This diagnosis marked a turning point in his life, prompting him to reflect on his personal journey and the impact of mental health in high-stress work environments. His firsthand experience with work-life balance, burnout, and overall happiness led him to a deep understanding of the challenges professionals face in maintaining both career success and personal well-being.

Drawing from his extensive corporate background and lived experience, Nick founded Equilibrium at Work in 2018, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to helping individuals and organisations achieve better work-life balance and embrace change. Through personalised career coaching, keynote speaking, and tailored workshops, Nick empowers professionals to prioritize mental health, navigate workplace stress, and improve their overall quality of life. His work is centred around promoting sustainable success, fostering positive workplace cultures, and providing practical strategies for well-being.

Nick's approach is rooted in real-life experience, making him a relatable and trusted figure for those looking to make meaningful changes in their professional and personal lives. His mission is to inspire individuals to redefine their relationship with work and find harmony in their careers without compromising their mental and emotional health.

This is a hybrid event held at 8 Hadenfeld Ave and via Zoom. For online attendees, the meeting link will be sent in your confirmation email.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Incubator team at incubator@mq.edu.au.

Please BYO lunch.