Questions, answered.

For premium keynotes, six months is comfortable, three months is workable, and shorter timelines are possible if Mark’s schedule permits. As always, book early.

One-page agreement, plain English. Standard turnaround is 48 hours from a verbal yes to a signed contract. We handle bureau commissions in the same document, with no second negotiation later.

Standard is 45–60 minutes with an optional Q&A. Mark also offers longer interactive formats, including 90-minute and half-day sessions.

A confidence monitor, a wireless headset, and a clicker. Slides are supplied in 16:9 and sent about one week before the event.

Yes: pre-event briefings by video are standard, three to four weeks out, with the host or program owner. For boards and exec teams, we sometimes add a second short call closer to the date.

Always. The three core keynotes are starting points; the actual talk is customised for your audience. Mark studies your industry trends and business pressures, and tailors his talk to fit into your event program.

Yes: a 20-minute “fireside” with one of your senior leaders is a strong closing format, especially for offsites. Mark prepares the conversation arc with that leader privately, two weeks ahead.

Yes. Mark regularly hosts conferences, panels and roundtables, bringing his renowned warmth, insights and editorial rigour. Available as half-day, full-day or multi-day packages. Includes a combined MC + Panel Host package for events that want both from one speaker. Pricing available on request.

Only with explicit permission, and only in service of the audience. He will, with care, talk about the moment your organisation is experiencing and how it can move forward.

Yes: signed copies of The Story Code for Leaders (2025) (2025), plus a one-page worksheet or a digital workbook. We’re happy to coordinate with your event team to see what works.

Yes: The Story Code for Leaders (2025) (2025) is available for bulk event purchase at a 20% event discount on the RRP of $34.95. We ask for a minimum of three weeks’ notice, and direct delivery to your venue is available.

Sydney, Australia. Mark travels Australia-wide and internationally. Travel and accommodation are at the client’s cost; full terms are in the speaker kit.

Yes: Professional Indemnity and Public Liability cover are held. Certificates of currency are available on request once a booking is confirmed.

Minimal – any catering notes are in the speaker kit.

We’d be happy to discuss Mark’s fees for keynotes, workshops, MC and facilitation work. Email us at hello@thestorycode.co.

Yes, he’s fully equipped for virtual keynotes and webinar presentations.

A 50% booking-confirmation fee is due on signing (14-day terms). The balance is invoiced 7 days prior to the event, with expenses billed at cost.

Yes: we work with a number of bureaus and agencies on standard commission terms.

• The keynote, with full customisation for your audience
• Pre-event briefings by video
• A 60-minute meet-and-greet or VIP table after the talk
• Promotional support: quotes, headshots, social posts
• Signed copies of The Story Code for Leaders (2025) and a one-page worksheet for the room
• A post-event debrief with the host or program owner

Unless paid directly by the client, Mark’s travel, accommodation, and ground transport are billed at cost plus a 10 percent administration fee.

It’s a four-stage storytelling system (Challenge, Overwrite, Decide, Encode – CODE) that transforms the stories leaders and teams tell themselves. Developed by Mark Jones, it fosters greater employee engagement and resilience in the workplace.

The Story Code Co. is a coaching and consulting organisation that works with leaders and managers to transform employee engagement and resilience in the workplace. It’s founded by Mark Jones.

Yes, via The Story Code Co. (thestorycode.co): the Leading Well Program, corporate education, 1:1 CODE Breaker coaching, team workshops and culture transformation.