Testimonials

“I deeply enjoyed reading the profound poems in this book. The words of wisdom that are so masterfully orchestrated take you to a place for reflection. Solitude and stillness are ever more necessary in the times that we are bombarded with "noise" and the poems in this book illustrate that in a beautiful lyrical way. A very good read for those who appreciate solitude and also for those who are afraid of solitude.”

“Some stunning images! My favourite poem in this collection is "Where are you from?" Such a short, spare, unusual, and striking poem. "I'm from the globe of floating plates"--love the sounds and rhythm. These poems are wonderfully lyrical, and it's clear that they come from some deep personal work. I hope this collection finds more readers who are ready to engage with their own stillness and solitude and everything to be discovered there. “

“Such a beautiful collection of poems. Every single poem has been relevant on different days. I love the depth these bring and how Bassiri demonstrates her artistic talents and creativity in every word. Great reminders while in the search for more and for embracing change and remaining present. Highly recommend. “

“In February 2018, our service club engaged Mehrnaz Bassiri to address sixty Grade 7 girls about how to prepare for the academic challenges of high school. We foolishly assumed that the girls would find it difficult to concentrate for any length of time on  such a dry topic. We could not have been more wrong! From the minute she began, Mehrnaz captivated the girls’ attention with her simple yet sage advice. The girls were feverishly taking notes, despite re-assurances that they would receive an electronic copy of her presentation. Mehrnaz’s presentation is a must-see for students who are about to embark on further academic challenges.”

Mehrnaz brings a passion and professionalism that stands out. I had the privilege to work with Mehrnaz in preparation for a TEDx talk; it was evident early in our work that she is prepared and interested in ensuring audiences will have the best chance to grasp the 'idea'. Unlike other professional speakers who are convinced their talk is 'complete', Mehrnaz asked questions to receive honest, constructive feedback to ensure it aligned with the intent of the TEDx event. When you combine her practical way of presenting with a priority to ensure audiences are the priority, don't miss out on an opportunity to have Mehrnaz speak for you.

“Mehrnaz is a warm and engaging speaker who is able to make complex theoretical subjects accessible and interesting for any learner. After observing her deliver a workshop on growth mindset and study skills, I was impressed by the way she distilled such complex information about neurobiology to a group of youth, who showed clear enjoyment of her talk and who asked many questions! She has such a broad range of knowledge that she was able to connect the topic of the day to the interests of the listener – she is a highly engaging and enjoyable speaker.”

Mehrnaz Bassiri spoke at TEDxChilliwck 2018. The amount of effort she put into her talk was clear. She had rehearsed with our speaker coaches, and took suggestions to heart. On the day of our event, she was calm and professional, and her talk was clear and to the point. Numerous audience members shared with our Organizing Committee members how much they learned from her talk, and appreciated her ability to deliver it in a way they could understand

Mehrnaz converses with great clarity and articulation, vigorous and direct to the point, but always with poise and friendliness. One memorable example is her presentation on a current pharmaceutical research topic on pro-drugs. Her comfort, well-roundedness, and confidence truly stand out when she speaks.

When I gave my talk at @tedxchilliwack1, this is the talk that most moved me. Listen to Mehrnaz Bassiri @MyGradeBooster talk about the importance of “detecting your small wins.

Powerful, and encouraging. Must watch xx Thank you so much Mehrnaz Bassiri for this message xx. Small steps are sure steps. Believe in yourself.

I attended Mehrnaz’s presentation on growth mindset learning at The Roundhouse and really enjoyed it. She presented the material in such an engaging way, by the end of the talk I felt I had the tools to help my daughter adopt better learning habits that would stick.

Mehrnaz has made a tremendous impact on me as an entrepreneur. I’ve watched her tirelessly work to grow a business that not only impacts her clients positively but supports and inspires her staff. She is positive, thoughtful and determined. She works smart, sets the bar high and still has a lot of fun while doing it - all qualities I admire and strive to achieve in my own business.