Debbie Bailey Consulting

Debbie Bailey – Speaker

Transforming Workplaces with Evidence-Based, Practical Strategies for the 4 Day Work Week

Debbie Bailey’s mission is to empower teams and individuals to thrive by embracing innovative work practices like the 4-day workweek. She is committed to fostering environments where people can grow, feel valued, and contribute meaningfully. By challenging the status quo and adopting evidence-based strategies, Debbie helps organisations unlock the true potential of their people, leading to more productive, engaged, and fulfilled teams, while also driving positive impact on the organisation’s bottom line.

Transforming Teams and Bottom Lines: The Power of Integrity-Driven Leadership

At the heart of Debbie’s work lies a steadfast belief in integrity and the power of doing what’s right, even when it’s difficult. Her journey as a whistleblower inspired the principles – do the right thing; do it better; and do it smarter and they guide every keynote she delivers. Debbie is passionate about cultivating workplaces that prioritize the well-being and development of their people, where honesty and transparency are non-negotiable, and where challenging norms leads to growth and innovation.

Debbie’s keynotes are driven by a deep passion for team dynamics and personal growth. She brings a unique perspective, combining practical experience with a commitment to integrity, to inspire leaders to create workplaces where people flourish.

Whether discussing the benefits of a reduced workweek or sharing lessons from her own journey, Debbie’s goal is to leave audiences not just informed, but motivated to take meaningful action that transforms their organisations and the lives of their people.

Testimonials

Steve Cooper Museum Operations

Debbie Bailey is one of the most engaging speakers I've seen. Her experience in navigating governance challenges and her evidence-backed strategies for building positive workplace culture are insightful and practical. She’s a must-hear speaker for anyone committed to fostering a thriving workplace.

Karen Lowe CEO, 4 Day Week South Africa

Debbie’s presentations have transformed the way I approach leadership and business process improvement, especially within the 4-day workweek framework. Her presentations aren’t just theoretical—they offer practical strategies that can be immediately applied. Debbie is the perfect choice for conferences seeking a dynamic speaker who leaves audiences motivated and equipped to implement meaningful organizational transformation.

Philosophy

Debbie Bailey’s philosophy is grounded in over two decades of executive leadership, where she has consistently driven transformational change and strategic growth.

Her success in leading cross-functional teams and enhancing organisational performance has led her to the speaking stage, where she shares actionable insights and proven strategies.

Debbie’s mission is to inspire leaders to create thriving, high-performing workplaces that not only empower people but also drive significant business results.

She brings a wealth of experience, making her keynotes highly valuable for organisations looking to innovate and succeed in a competitive landscape.

The 4-Day Work Week: Unlocking Success, Navigating Challenges, and Getting Started

Debbie Bailey draws on her extensive, practical 4-day work week experience and provides an in-depth exploration of its successes, challenges, and implementation strategies. 

She unpacks real-world case studies and offers actionable insights, guiding leaders on how to boost productivity and transform workplace culture.

Audiences will leave equipped with practical steps to drive meaningful change in their organisations.

From Whistleblower to Innovator: Transforming Workplaces

“From Whistleblower to Workplace Innovator” leverages Debbie Bailey’s 25 years of leadership experience, sharing her journey from exposing corporate fraud to championing ethical leadership and innovative work practices.

Attendees will learn valuable lessons and gain actionable strategies to foster integrity, empower teams, and boost engagement, retention and workplace culture.

Debbie has spoken to and worked with these organisations

Career highlights