"Before engaging Success Integrated, we did our due diligence and found that all the testimonials that we read were outstanding and this has been our experience too. When our students walked in to what they thought would be a boring study skills seminar, they were pleasantly surprised. There was a live DJ playing the latest music, a presenter who could make them laugh, could talk to them at their level, motivate & inspire them and offer very practical psychological, resiliency & study skills strategies that kids could relate to and use to tackle the challenges of VCE."

"Dear Darren, this morning's session was excellent. The content covered is the type of advice we try to get across to our students every day (with little effect). This morning our Year 12 students were engaged, motivated and believing in what they were hearing. After the session (before I could ask) students told me how much they enjoyed it and how valuable it was. One girl came to me and asked if she could study in the Library after school because there are too many distractions at home before dinner time. Other classes reported that they worked with Baroque music in the afternoon lessons and we have adopted a new catch phrase ... 'you are NOT a tree!' I was pleased with the communication before the event which allowed me to be fully prepared for the session. DJ Benny was awesome. Set up in plenty of time and, like you, very down to earth and accommodating. Thank you and see you same time next year."

“Much of the ‘content’ of Darren’s seminar can be, and in many schools is, delivered in normal classroom sessions, but with limited impact and results. Analysing the feedback forms completed by the boys and talking with many of them after the seminar, it became clear to me that the vast majority of our students found the seminar fun and, more importantly, worthwhile. When asked what they had gained from the seminar, common responses included, an understanding of the principles and processes that contribute to effective learning, a ‘tool-kit’ of effective time-management and study strategies and the confidence and motivation to overcome obstacles and stay focused on achieving academic goals. This is precisely what I had hoped Darren would achieve with our students and, therefore, I feel there is no question that engaging him was a worthwhile investment for the school. I warmly recommend Darren Pereira and his Study Skills for Success seminar. “

"Darren has been a highly successful part of our Year 10 Personal Development program for the past 2 years. He has conducted the Shape Your Destiny seminar in Term 1 and the Study Skills for Success seminar in Term 4. Both programs have been exceptionally well received by the students and feedback has indicated that they have found them to be not only entertaining but of real value. I would definitely recommend both programs as they have helped our students to identify pathways that are suited to their particular gifts and provide the motivation to set specific goals for school and beyond."

"Undoubtedly, participating in Darren’s Study Skills presentation was highly motivating for our students, rousing their determination and enthusiasm to succeed. His knowledge of HOW to study and his fervor definitely heightened our students’ interest in and commitment to their studies and enhanced their experience of Year 12 camp. DJ Benny was also a great hit with our students, sharing his expertise with them and showing interest in theirs. Our students appreciated the opportunity to ‘spin’ with Benny and discuss the music industry with him. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Darren, Benny and Paula for their professionalism. As a company, they have been delightful to work with! We look forward to working with them again in 2015."

“I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for delivering an outstanding seminar to our Year 10 cohort. Most importantly, the students valued the day as indicated by the strength of the feedback results with nearly all students rating the day as either a 9 or 10 out of 10. Many students indicated that they felt inspired to take positive steps to achieving their goals and that they had a clearer picture of what direction they wanted to take their career and life. From a school perspective, this was exactly what we sought from the program and therefore the investment was definitely worthwhile.”

"Every workshop presented has been an outstanding success and certainly worth the time and money set aside. His programs are motivational; they are well presented, interactive and pedagogically sound. Most of all, however, it is his ability to engage and relate to students that makes him such an excellent presenter. I could not recommend him more highly."

"I found what I was looking for in Success Integrated - cutting edge, student centered, entertaining but relevant and applicable goal setting for all students, not just those academically minded. Adding current music to the mix is simply inspiring…The seminars both had follow up procedures inherent in their structure, which was another vital ingredient that I had been seeking."

"His presentation skills are excellent and engaging. His knowledge is unquestionable, he has a high energy level, he is extremely motivating and he ensures that all students are involved in a fun time."

"His programs are interactive and his unique way of engaging students through use of a DJ playing the latest music, personal stories, word anchors and written material for students to follow up, makes his programs to our Year 10, 11 & 12 students highly effective & successful."

"Darren has a passion for inspiring young people to be their best through a mixture of motivation & education. 'Shape Your Destiny' has assisted our students to consistently step out of their comfort zones and examine their innermost motivators."

"Darren’s presentations are always entertaining and engaging. Students relate to his style and the format ensures retention of information and strategies. Darren has the knowledge and enthusiasm to provide a valuable experience for students"

"The ‘VCE Success Strategies' seminar was very well received by our Year 12 students. Darren was able to convey his ideas in an entertaining, personable and captivating way, whilst strategically delivering some very important ideas and useful tips relating to VCE success. By the end of the seminar our Year 12 students had gained many invaluable skills and strategies for enhancing their VCE outcomes."

"We have been using Darren and the team at Success Integrated for the last 5 years to help motivate and inspire our senior students. Darren presents a highly professional & energised program that never fails to engage and entertain the students and give them the kick start they need when facing the challenge of VCE."

"Darren was very engaging, even the students who are usually disinterested in everything were participating. The program was inspiring and we will certainly be following up with the students thoughout the year."

"Darren works with our Yr 11s presenting the Shape Your Destiny program. Feedback from students is excellent - they enjoy the presentation, the music & Darren's sense of humour. This helps them identify their skills, passions, talents to make future career decisions & increase their confidence & motivation."

"High energy presentations that engage the pupils attention well. The students reacted surprisingly well to Darren and leave feeling they have learnt something important. We modulated his language and speed of speaking to suit the ESL students. Overall, a great seminar and we will continue to use him."

"Darren has visited our school on several occasions and worked with Year 10 Yr 11 students. They were more than presentations as Darren's enthusiasm is contagious and even the toughest nuts are drawn into the sessions. He uses personal, interesting, entertaining, funny stories to teach skills and strategies. My favourite is the Lleyton Hewitt com'onstory. Only Darren can tell this one." favourite is the Lleyton Hewitt com'onstory. Only Darren can tell this one."

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"Darren is able to reach students in a different way to most motivational speakers. He draws on elements of youth culture with practical and realistic goal setting. There is a strong element of self-reflection as means of getting students to consider what sort of person they want to be. Overall an effective balance of fun, motivation and strategies to achieve their goals."

"Their willingness to succeed, their freedom of choice and their passion for life were so vividly drawn on their faces, that I was deeply touched and overwhelmed by their response….I particularly found it amusing, that upon conclusion of the seminar, no student was prepared to move out of his or her seat. I recall you looking puzzled, wondering what they were all waiting for. And the answer was clear…it was you! They wanted more. Four hours of high powered energy, discussion and activity and the students wanted more."