Speaking
Dr Samantha Rush speaks on cognitive decision making – how people think, decide, and interact under pressure.
Dr Samantha helps leaders and teams understand what really gets in the way of good decisions at work – things like overload, unspoken concerns, group dynamics, and unclear decision processes. Her sessions help organisations think more clearly, make better decisions faster, and lead with confidence, even in complex or high-pressure environments.
Why work with Dr Samantha?
✔ Credible and research-based
A PhD in decision making underpins Dr Samantha’s work, blending psychology, neuroscience, and decision intelligence to improve clarity, judgement, and leadership effectiveness.
✔ Practical for real workplaces
With over 20 years’ experience working with leaders, executive teams, and boards, Dr Samantha is known for translating complex science into simple tools audiences can use immediately.
✔ A Human lens on performance
Rather than focusing on individual capability alone, her work addresses the real drivers of performance in modern work: how decisions are shaped by pressure, context, and team dynamics.
Dr Samantha Rush is known for her work on leadership, psychology, and decision making in real-world organisations. Her talks are practical and engaging, bringing credible science to life with clear explanations and a touch of humour, so audiences leave understanding the issues and knowing exactly what to do next.