October is Mental Health Month, and with new research showing 6 in 10 Australian workers have faced burnout or disengagement in 2025 – one of the highest rates in the OECD – The Story Code author Mark Jones is available for interviews and commentary.
A journalist turned executive coach and speaker, Mark helps people understand why we burn out and how to rewire our brains for resilience by changing the stories we tell ourselves.
He is fantastic at talking about mental health challenges in a way that's relatable and helpful - through sharing his own story, and providing unexpected solutions to mental health struggles.
After suffering a panic attack in Bunnings one Saturday, Mark went on to have a breakdown - which was the catalyst for him rewriting his own life story and diving deep into the research around the power of our inner stories - the things we tell ourselves and how they can either hold us back or push us forward.
He’s available to speak on:
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Burnout, disengagement and workplace mental health
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Why midlife men in particular are struggling to find meaning and balance
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The neuroscience of storytelling – how changing your self-talk can change your life
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Real-life recovery advice: Mark’s personal story of surviving burnout and rebuilding purpose
Mark is based in Sydney and available for in-studio and remote interview opportunities.
MEDIA COPIES OF THE STORY CODE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
About us:
Mark Jones is an author, executive coach and keynote speaker with nearly three decades of experience helping leaders and organisations harness the power of storytelling. A Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), he has worked with some of the world’s most recognised brands and interviewed global leaders as a journalist.
His first book, Beliefonomics (2020), explored the value of brand storytelling, while his latest, The Story Code (out 28 October 2025), turns that lens inward, revealing how reframing our internal narratives can unlock resilience, influence and impact. Through his speaking, coaching and consulting, Mark helps business leaders and teams move from self-doubt to sustainable success. www.markjones.au
Contact details:
Erin Huckle
0432 213 506
