Coen Tan is a strategic business storyteller, keynote speaker, high-impact trainer, coach, and communications consultant based in Singapore.
He is the founder of Ministry of Influence, a training and consulting firm.
Fluent in English and Mandarin, Coen has spoken and trained audiences in various countries across Asia and beyond, including Singapore, China, USA, Canada, Australia, India, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:29 Meet Cohen Tan: Transforming Challenges into Success
01:21 Culinary Metaphors and Wisdom Stacks
04:45 The Importance of Expert Guidance
06:49 Mentorship and Personal Growth
12:33 Understanding and Embracing Hypersensitivity
13:50 Challenges of Hypersensitivity in Childhood
16:41 Parenting Hypersensitive Children
22:25 Misconceptions About the Speaking Industry
30:43 Mentor's Advice: Observing from the Back
32:50 The Decline of Motivational Speaking
36:01 The Erosion of Authenticity on LinkedIn
41:08 Strategic Networking on LinkedIn
46:18 Embracing Failure and Emotional Mastery
55:07 The Power of Anger and Grief
01:00:16 Conclusion and Parting Thoughts
Connect with Coen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coentan/
