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/