Our Trainers
At The Life Coaching College, we’ve assembled a team of trainers to not only help you become the best version of yourself (and create a career you love!) – but teach you how to help your clients do the same, too.
A World-Class Faculty
All of our trainers are experts in their fields and also working in today’s industry. This means that in every training, they’ll give you real-time and real-life examples from their experiences to best equip you to work in the field of coaching.
Glen Murdoch
Founder & CEO of The Life Coaching College
Meet Glen Murdoch, affectionately known as “Doc,” the dynamic founder of The Life Coaching College.
With a storied career that kicked off in the energetic world of physical education, Glen has donned many hats—from a celebrated PE teacher across Australia, the UAE, and England to an innovative entrepreneur who revolutionised athletic training with cutting-edge video analysis software.
His pioneering work didn’t stop there; Glen’s passion for sports psychology propelled him to specialise in the vital fields of resilience, mindfulness, strengths, and self-acceptance.
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After extensive postgraduate studies in England, Glen discovered his true calling in coaching. Specialising in high-performing team development and peak performance coaching, he has been the secret weapon for numerous athletes striving to reach the zenith of their potential. In 2010, alongside his wife Beth, Glen fused his vast knowledge and experience to establish The Life Coaching College, a beacon for aspiring coaches.
When he’s not mentoring tomorrow’s leaders or penning influential books on personal development and sports, Glen can be found indulging in his love for running, mastering the art of cricket, or improving his golf handicap.
Each step he takes—whether on the track, field, or fairway—reflects his deep commitment to personal growth and professional excellence.
Join Glen as he continues to inspire, educate, and transform lives—one game, one lesson, one breakthrough at a time!
D J Jackson
Master trainer in hypnosis and NLP
Meet D J Jackson, the master coach on our team who’s been rocking with us for ages! He’s like our secret weapon for helping people be awesome. Seriously, this guy’s been teaching, speaking, and coaching for over 30 years.
DJ is a master trainer in hypnosis and NLP stuff (it’s like super cool mind magic), and he uses it to help people become superstars. Whether you’re into sports, an entrepreneur running a company, or just want to feel awesome about yourself, D J can induce that trance so you can live your future truth.
He’s helped tons of athletes, military and law enforcement, CEOs, as well as regular folks like us, kick butt and take names.
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Teamed with Jo Jo, they form a catalyst for change in mental toughness and public speaking, inspiring greatness through acts of kindness with their unwavering commitment to excellence.
DJ’s all about making you the best version of yourself, whether it’s kicking bad habits, killing your fears, getting fit, or just believing in yourself more. He’s the guy who makes personal development the buzzword in the corporate world. Oh and for good measure he is an author of three books!
Jo Jo Jackson
Master trainer in hypnosis and NLP
Meet Jo Jo Jackson, a true luminary in the world of personal development. For almost twenty years, Jo Jo’s been on a journey to unlock the secrets of human potential, your guide through the magical realms of NLP, Time Line Therapy®, Hypnosis, and NLP Coaching.
Jo Jo’s a masterful storyteller, and coach in not just one, not two, but three languages fluently! Her words dance across boundaries, reaching hearts and minds around the globe.
As an international certified trainer, Jo Jo doesn’t just teach; she orchestrates life-changing moments. Imagine her as the conductor of a symphony, guiding each individual toward their own personal crescendo of success.
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Teamed with D J, they form a catalyst for change in mental toughness and public speaking, inspiring greatness with their unwavering commitment to excellence. After journeying with Jo Jo, you’ll emerge as a confident and resilient coach.
Joanne Clark
Master Trainer, Facilitator and Transformational Entrepreneur
Coupled with more than 16 years as a Professional Coach Joanne Clark also brings over 20 years of experience as an Executive/Senior Manager.
Successfully leading and managing large teams in Business, Government and Community, Joanne mastered and applied her transformational leadership style which has inspired and motivated her teams and coaching clients to deliver truly outstanding results.
As a coach, Joanne has worked with leaders and managers from the Justice system, leading international humanitarian response agencies, international accountancy and consulting firms, national insurance companies, many not-for-profit organisations and small to medium business owners.
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In 2011, Joanne seized the opportunity to move her business focus to training and development and began delivering NLP training.
As a graduate of the NLP University and Global Training & Consulting Community as a Master Trainer, Facilitator and Transformational Entrepreneur, Joanne is one of the few Master NLP trainers in Australia who is internationally accredited.
Being on her feet in front of rooms as a speaker and trainer is where Joanne loves to be. Her passion for inclusive, high-quality training that delivers outstanding learning outcomes is apparent to all her students.
Each year Jo provides more than 140 training days in addition to online webinars, speaker events and group coaching.
Joanne was awarded the Honour of being named as a Paul Harris Fellow by The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International in appreciation of tangible and significant assistance given to the peoples of the world through her work.
Jo is a Certified Master Trainer of NLP, Facilitator and Transformational Entrepreneur; Master Practitioner NLP, Hypnotherapy & Matrix Therapies; Performance Coach; Certified Trainer of Kids Matrix Therapies; BA(Hons); Majors in Sociology and Psychology; Diploma in Life Coaching; Parent Education Leadership Training (PELT) Certificate; Mother of four and grandmother to three children; Private Pilot (PPL);
Jo Wise
Master Certified Coach
Jo Wise is an accomplished Master Certified Coach (MCC) with the International Coach Federation and an Accredited PCC Marker.
With a dual passion for empowering exceptional coaches and guiding individuals to achieve results that surpass their own expectations, she is also a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (MPNLP), Trainers Trainer of NLP, Master Practitioner of Business and Executive Coaching, Performance Coach, Level 3 Master Trainer in Extended DISC, Level 2 Extended DISC Behavioural Trainer and Advisor, Certified DISC Practitioner, and Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner.
Her fun, direct and open approach, along with her roles as Director of Education and Coach Educator at The Life Coaching College and ongoing association with the International Coach Federation, ensure she champions the highest coaching standards.
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This translates directly into her work empowering professional women to lead boldly and unapologetically with confidence, authenticity, and impact.
Deeply versed in coaching, human behaviour (NLP, Extended DISC, EQ), and business strategy, Jo’s coaching and speaking engagements equip women to achieve ambitious personal and professional goals while reshaping workplace culture.
She envisions a world where female leadership is the norm, characterised by both results and a more collaborative, empathetic approach.
Jim Cocks
PCC Certified Coach and NLPAA Qualified Trainer
Jim is not just a coach; he’s a catalyst for transformation. With a storied career in sales, marketing, training, and business development across some of the biggest international retail and fitness brands, Jim brings a wealth of experience to the life coaching arena.
As a best-selling author, his latest book, Build Excite Ignite, has empowered countless individuals to escape the corporate grind and leap into entrepreneurial success.
At the Life Coaching College, Jim harnesses his extensive background to support our students in scaling their coaching expertise and businesses to new heights.
His practical, no-nonsense approach demystifies the complexities of business development, making success accessible to everyone—from budding entrepreneurs to established business owners looking to expand their impact.
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As a PCC certified coach and an NLPAA qualified trainer, Jim’s methods are not just about theory but are rooted in real-world applications that produce tangible results. His dynamic coaching style is infused with integrity, character, and a dash of fun, ensuring that learning is not just effective but also enjoyable.
Join Jim at The Life Coaching College and transform your passion into a profitable venture that reflects your values and vision. With Jim and TLCC by your side, your journey to personal and professional fulfilment is just beginning.
Carolyn Shaw
Certified CPA, Credentialed ICF Coach, Accredited Consultant in Emotional Intelligence
Carolyn is the world’s only ex-finance geek, turned bridge-crossing talent management executive. She’s worked for more than three decades at the intersection of finance, operations, change management, human resources, and organisational development for both multi-national organisations and not-for-profits.
She’s got more qualifications than you can shake a stick at, including a Certified CPA, a Credentialed ICF Coach, and is an Accredited Consultant in Emotional Intelligence, EDISC Behavioural Profiling and Gallup Strengths.
Carolyn’s also won more awards that you can count on both hands, including International Women’s Day for Leadership in Education, Toastmaster of the Year (QLD, NT, NNSW, PNG), and McPherson Community Achiever Award.
But don’t let all that business talk fool you – she’s also a mother of sons, a fan of Star Wars, and a lover of crossing bridges. In short, she’s a total boss lady and a total nerd, and we love her for it.
Francinne O’Rourke
PCC Accredited ADHD & Mindset Coach, MBA
2 x International Best-selling Author, PCC Accredited Coach Trainer & Mentor, District 32 Mindset Expert, Mum and lover of the simple things in life.
Meet Francinne O’Rourke, a PCC Accredited ADHD & Mindset Coach with the International Coaching Federation, celebrated as a two-time international best-selling author, in a multi author book and boasting over a decade of transformative coaching to distracted female entrepreneurs.
Francinne brings a treasure trove of qualifications to the table, including Master Practitioner credentials in Life Coaching, mBIT, EDISC, Conscious Hypnosis, and NLP From The Life coaching College and ADHD Personal Transformation Coach from ADDCA.
Sonya Furlong
NLP Master Trainer
Having harnessed the power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Matrix Therapies to reshape her own life, Sonya Furlong, developed a passion for NLP and then had a Eureka! moment.
Believing “EVERYONE needs to know about this”, she evolved as a trainer with a deep focus on NLP: the study of success and the pursuit of excellence. Sonyas training gives people the structure, plan and tools to replicate the mindset and results of their role models across all aspects of life.
Over the years, Sonya has continued her love of lifelong learning, eventually achieving her NLP Master Trainer qualification in 2023 at the University of California Santa Cruz, the birthplace of NLP. She is one of only a small number of certified NLP Masters Trainers in Australia.
Beverley Unitt
Master Practitioner & Certifying Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming
Bev is a professional Strategic Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist & Certification Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic-Programming…. not only is that a mouthful, but it also makes for a very well-rounded trainer!
Beverley has more than 11,000 coaching hours under her belt and thousands of hours as an expert and inspirational speaker at conferences and conventions globally. She has now presented in 7 different countries! Beverley also happens to be a life-long learner and professional educator.
As a highly experienced Master Practitioner & Certifying Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP); Beverley teaches and endorses those curious enough to seek ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (OPD).
Beverley shows them HOW to add the outstanding knowledge of NLP to their impact toolbox, relevant to their intended outcomes.
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