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Marc Woods had his left leg amputated due to cancer at the age of seventeen. He had been a county swimmer before the diagnosis and the day after his stitches were taken out, he went swimming again. Within a year, he was swimming faster than what he had swam with his two legs.
His dream was to simply be the best that he could be and just eighteen months after he finished chemotherapy, he was selected to represent Great Britain. He subsequently competed at European & World Championships and Paralympic Games.
The story:
As a teenager, Marc Woods would describe himself as ‘lazy’. Faced with a daunting situation, he took personal responsibility to get on with his life to the best of his ability.
In this presentation, Marc describes having to learn to walk again and how taking the time to do that as well as he possibly could, still positively impacts his life today.
Marc Woods, a beacon of resilience and determination, embodies the ethos of overcoming adversity to achieve greatness. At the tender age of 17, Marc faced a life-altering challenge when cancer necessitated the amputation of his left leg. Undeterred by this monumental setback, Marc forged ahead with unwavering resolve, driven by a singular dream: to be […]
Marc Woods, a beacon of resilience and determination, embodies the ethos of overcoming adversity to achieve greatness. At the tender age of 17, Marc faced a life-altering challenge when cancer necessitated the amputation of his left leg. Undeterred by this monumental setback, Marc forged ahead with unwavering resolve, driven by a singular dream: to be the best version of himself. Remarkably, a mere 18 months after completing chemotherapy, Marc was chosen to represent Great Britain—an extraordinary testament to his indomitable spirit and unparalleled tenacity.
Today, Marc Woods stands as a revered figure in the realms of leadership, motivation, and personal development. Co-founding the esteemed Leadership Advisory business, Equiida, Marc has dedicated himself to empowering individuals and organizations worldwide. As an esteemed executive coach and speaker, he channels his wealth of experience and profound insights to catalyze transformative change within diverse professional spheres.
Marc Woods’ professional endeavors revolve around fostering personal awareness, instilling a sense of accountability, enhancing leadership efficacy, nurturing cohesive teamwork dynamics, and championing inclusivity. With an unparalleled blend of resilience, empathy, and strategic acumen, Marc equips his audiences with the tools and mindset requisite for navigating the complexities of contemporary leadership paradigms.
In summary, Marc Woods epitomizes the transformative power of resilience, determination, and visionary leadership. As an acclaimed speaker and executive coach, his profound insights and inspiring narrative catalyze meaningful change within individuals and organizations alike. By booking Marc Woods through Speakers Inc, clients can expect nothing short of excellence, innovation, and unparalleled impact in their pursuit of organizational excellence and personal growth.
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