A workshop by Miraka Shelly Davies and Belinda Thomas
From invisible to invincible. TAKE UP SPACE is where self-leadership finds it’s voice!
After years of running this workshop for individuals With dozens of rave reviews, professional organisations asked for their own version.
So, Here you go - you’re welcome!
** Some of our rave reviews have been edited to be safe for your boss, your board, an OIA request and your Nana…
Do you want more?
Maybe this sounds like your team…
They’ve got great ideas - but hold back in meetings
They play it safe - instead of going for the big stuff
They tick the boxes - but you know there’s more in them
Maybe some of them…
Stay quiet when they’ve got something worth saying
Worry more about fitting in than standing out
Feel like the ‘work version’ of them isn’t the real deal
Are brilliant - but don’t see it yet
That’s not just a confidence issue. It’s a culture opportunity.
Because when people stop second-guessing themselves, they bring their full talent, creativity, and energy to the table.
And that’s where the magic happens - for them and for your business.
Take Up Space is the workshop that flips the switch!
Less self-doubt. More self-leadership
Less pressure to shrink. More permission to shine.
It’s bold, fun, practical, and exactly what your team needs to feel seen, heard, and fired up to lead.
WHAT WE’LL COVER IN THE WORKSHOP
Confidence isn’t just personal. It’s cultural.
When your people have the confidence to speak up, show up, and back themselves—it changes how your whole team operates.
More initiative. More collaboration. More energy.
Less playing small. Less burnout. Less second-guessing.
Take Up Space is a dynamic, one-day workshop that helps your team build real, grounded confidence—so they can:
Trust themselves, even in high-stakes moments
Bounce back from setbacks with resilience
Lead authentically and bring others with them
Communicate clearly and contribute boldly
Create a culture of belonging, not just fitting in
This isn’t about hype or bravado.
It’s practical, energising, and refreshingly human.
It unlocks potential - fast. And the ripple effect?
Better performance, stronger relationships, and a workplace where people thrive.
Because confident people don’t just lift your engagement surveys. They change results.
'I've done PD before, most of us have. And in my experience, it's imposed, boring as **bat drivel.
I absolutely have to say - not this time. Comparatively, electric. Gutsy, honest, relatable, honest.
I own a business. I was reminded as a woman, and as a human how powerful I am. I had an ahi re-lit under my **bottom.
It takes so much energy and courage to do the **things we do every day. Miraka & Belinda, these enormous wahine will show you - remind you that you have it!
Nic, recently 50, hardass, fangirl (self confessed)
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MOVE PAST SELF DOUBT AND INTO SELF CONFIDENCE
We’re running this workshop because we meet so many people hiding away, playing small, not standing in their full power.
And it breaks our hearts that so many people can’t see how brilliant they are.
Partly that’s because in New Zealand it’s a bit dirty to be proud of yourself. We say NO to that.
There are so many things that sabotage your growth and hold you back…
But that’s enough. It’s time to take up space.
Wondering what happens next? We got you!
Get in touch
You can fill out the form, flick us an email or call. All of the details you need are at the bottom of the page.
We’ll chat about what a phenomenal day would look like for you
And give you all of the details you need.
Want to know what it costs?
Of course you do. We’ve got a bit of flexibility, and will talk you through what’s possible.
Let’s make this happen together!
We’ve been running this workshop around the country for a couple of years now, and it’s clear that people want more!
RAVE REVIEWS
“Don't stop doing what you do, you two are the perfect anti-shrinking agents.”
“Thank you both for sharing your wonderful energies with us and creating an inclusive authentic space once again.”
“You both rock!!!! Stay fabulous!!!”
“Such a fantastic day. I'm still buzzing!!!!”
“I’m still buzzing from Monday. I’m owning my Superpower and leaving my rubbish memos at the door!”
MEET YOUR IRREVERENT BADASS HOSTS
Described as the lovechild of Brené Brown and P!nk, aged 37, Miraka (was Shelly Davies) walked away from her family’s five-generation commitment to conservative Christianity and started the exploratory period of her life, also known as “fucking shit up.”
A people pleaser in recovery, she infiltrates organisations on the pretext of giving writing training and subverts teams to question the rules, while using her hard-won lessons in badassery to inspire you to know yourself, love yourself, find power, and have joy.
The Veuve Cliquot of the professional development world, with a bag of Bluebird chips on the side, Belinda is expert in the neuroscience of success but gives few fucks about corporate bluster.
Growing up on a Hawkes Bay farm, she’s as comfortable sitting at a boardroom table as she is having tequila shots off the back of a ute at your local A&P show. She’s raised two amazing humans, taught Miraka to swear, spends far too much time at sea, and lives to give mediocrity the bird.
ANOTHER RAVE REVIEW
“Thank you, an amazing day that expanded my perception and gave me a slew of new tools to banish rubbish and clear the path for great things! Much love to you and Miraka, hope that you are enjoying those well-earned beverages. 🥂🥂 xx ”
Let’s talk
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