Philippe Guichard

Father - Industrial designer - Entrepreneur - Keynote speaker - Meditator

 
 
Photo by Slava Abramovitch on Unsplash

Photo by Slava Abramovitch on Unsplash

Father

Australia is home.

After marrying an Australian lady, landed in Melbourne over thirteen years ago. Before that, I spent most of my professional life in the Alps, in France. More specifically, I lived in Chambéry, Annecy and Aix-Les-Bains. All cities are surrounded by lakes and mountains. If you watch “Le tour de France”, you may have seen a few mountains I have climbed on my bike too.

We now live in the northern suburbs of Melbourne with our son.

Starting a family has been a dream for a long time, even if we are late parents compared to traditional standards.

Photo by David Vilches on Unsplash

Photo by David Vilches on Unsplash

Meditator

Watching the breath.

I was very fortunate to discover meditation at a young age: I was twenty-two. I met my teacher while I was studying industrial design in Canada. I got very anxious during the first few weeks of University and needed help.

He taught me anapanasati, a meditation based on the breath. He has been my teacher ever since. I also had the great fortune to meet over thirty excellent and realised teachers from all traditions.

I practice every day.

I haven't missed a day in over fifteen years.

My teacher suggested I also teach meditation, I started recently with a few students.

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Industrial Designer

More than a passion.

I discovered industrial design while I was studying mechanical engineering. It was one of those pivotal moments in this life: I knew I had to pay attention. I completed my degree in engineering and then moved to Canada to study.

Industrial design isn't a job for me, nor a vocation: I think it is just who I am, I am just wired this way. I am one of the lucky ones who loves what they do!

I love to see the transformation with my clients: when they move from the idea at the start to being in business. I find this journey quite empowering.

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Entrepreneur

Late discovery.

I started working with entrepreneurs and founders, as soon as I opened my first studio. I was twenty-two, surrounded by entrepreneurs, and a member of entrepreneurs’ organisations.

Yet, I never saw myself as one at that time.

It was only in the last few years that I came to realise that I was an entrepreneur.

Since then, I have launched my own product and took an entrepreneurial approach with some clients through partnerships.

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Photo by Beth Jennings

Keynote speaker

A mission.

A few years ago, I was browsing the web, looking for a thought leader to follow.

I wanted to follow someone who talked about meaningful design, environmental sustainability, and our actions' social impact.

I watched TED talks, WOBI talks, and other platforms, yet I couldn't find what I was looking for.

Then, suddenly, the light changed in my office, and I saw my face on the monitor. I thought this was a "sign": here is someone that can speak about those topics!

At first, I was horrified: I'm an introvert, and I did my best to hide for the past twenty years.

Despite this initial reaction, I studied speaking, joined speaker organisations.

I now do keynotes. I even have a TEDx under my belt.

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Le Blog de Philippe

A place where I share ideas that are beyond my profession

I like discussing ideas. I like working with entrepreneurs, and also I am curious about people. So, this is my personal blog where I share ideas and thoughts that are not related to my job. Enjoy!

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Driven by values

I’m happy to share my values, they help me make decisions in life and business:

1.  Creativity

2.  Spirituality

3.  Honesty

4.  Perseverance

5.  Kindness