"You should be proud of what you did. The way you spoke really resonated, some of the men will carry that with them, and even if it’s not the moment everything changes, it will be part of their journey."
elliot tierney
Purpose Over Party
Stories that spark change — business, resilience, mental health
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About Elliot
Elliot is a Director of EAT Electrical Solutions Ltd, a North Yorkshire based electrical contracting business doing industrial, commercial and domestic electrical work, and a sought-after public speaker on resilience, leadership, mental health and purpose.
He speaks with honesty about the highs and lows of building a business, breaking stigma around mental health in trades, and turning lived experience into inspiring, actionable insight.
What He Speaks About
Trades to Transformation: Journey to Business Owner
Mental Health in the Trades & Masculinity Norms
Purpose-Driven
Leadership
Overcoming Setbacks, Building Resilience
Why Purpose Over Party Matters
Design Your Life and Business
Case Studies
Wetherby Prison: Creating Connection, Inspiring Change
Elliot was introduced to Wetherby Prison through Phillip, who was looking for a strong, relatable male role model to speak with inmates.
What began as a single session quickly became something much more. Elliot delivered a powerful, honest talk, sharing his experiences of pressure, setbacks, mental health, and building a life with purpose. There was no script, no fluff, just real conversation. And it landed.
From that first visit, the connection was clear. The room opened up, barriers came down, and conversations began to shift.
Elliot is now a regular speaker at the prison, returning to work with inmates on mindset, resilience, and taking ownership of their future.
The Impact
Through his sessions, Elliot has helped individuals to:
- Open up about mental health and personal struggles
- Reflect on past decisions and future direction
- Build self belief and a sense of purpose
- Start thinking differently about life beyond prison
In an environment where trust is hard-earned, Elliot’s honesty and lived experience have allowed him to build genuine, lasting connections.
Why It Works
Elliot doesn’t speak at people, he speaks with them.
His approach is grounded, relatable, and real. It’s not about quick wins or empty motivation—it’s about creating a shift in thinking that lasts beyond the room.
And that’s why he continues to be invited back.
Testimonials received from his clients...
"Elliot’s talk was one of the most powerful we’ve had. Honest, relatable, and exactly what our team needed to hear."
"Elliot doesn’t just talk about resilience, he lives it. His session completely shifted how I approach both work and life."
"He has a way of connecting with people instantly. No fluff, Just real, impactful advice you can actually use."
"A refreshing and much-needed voice in the industry. Elliot is helping to change the conversation around mental health for the better."