Benjamin Loh, CSP

Professional Speakers Australia - PSA

Conferred by the National Speakers Association, the CSP is the speaking profession’s international measure of professional platform competence by which speakers become a Certified Speaking Professional.

About 12 percent of the 5,000 + speakers worldwide, who belong to the 13 member associations of the Global Speakers Federation, currently hold this professional designation.

The Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation is earned through demonstrating competence in professional standards: Platform skills, Business management, Education and Association

Information provided by the National Speakers Association based in the United States of America. The Professional Speakers Association of Australia also grants Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) status with similar (but different) standards of its American counterpart.

Statistics are estimated as of July 2017

Certified Speaking Professional (CSP®)

Flare Communications Coaching Pte Ltd.

Flare Communications Coaching Pte Ltd (201416605R) is a boutique executive coaching outfit dedicated to uplift the communications standards in Asia and help our clients deliver more impact and derive more returns from their communications.

We believe in business-backed outcomes and authenticity, not just plainly "informing" or "entertaining" your audiences. As a Public Speaking Coach, if you're delivering presentations and speeches but not getting the kind of sales results or conversions you want, we will work with you to increase the ROI of these engagements and have prospects convert to paying clients through a proven and tested system of presenting.

Clientele includes executives, directors and C-level executives from leading organizations like AIA, MOE, IBM, DHL, ERA, Barclays Capital, Deloitte Consulting US, Ernst & Young, NTUC, Franklin Templeton Investments, USAID, Lend Lease Group, Walton International Group and Le Xin Group.

We run tailored and customized public speaking programs for your key executives so they can maximize the returns from every speaking opportunity that falls into your pipeline.

Managing Director, Lead Public Speaking Coach

NewCampus

Host for Class - Pitch Your Way To The Top

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NewCampus is making learning a lifestyle through community and convenience.
We believe that lifelong learning, genuine human connections, enriching experiences and a broad view of the world is key to thriving in the new world today.

NewCampus Class Host (APAC)

The Huffington Post

Accepted and invited onboard as a Contributor on The Huffington Post platform. Articles center around career development, Millennials, young professionals, public speaking & presentation skills.

Huffington Post Contributor

Startupbootcamp FinTech

Onboarded as a Mentor (Pitch Coach) for Startup Bootcamp Fintech in 2017. Previously served as the Pitch Coach for the inaugural class in 2015.

Mentor

Served as the inaugural Pitch Coach to 11 early-mid stage financial technology (Fin Tech) start-up founders of Startupbootcamp FinTech class in Singapore who were seeking funding in quantum range of $250M to $1.2M USD. My job was to ensure clarity and impact of the investment and business pitches for the founders as they prepare for their Demo Day in July 2015 to over 500 industry practitioners, venture capitalists, investors and government officials. This class of founders comprised former bankers (from GS, CS, BoA) with over 10-15 years of banking experience, consultants, traders and financial professionals.

For more information about Startupbootcamp, Europe's leading accelerator program for startups, visit http://www.startupbootcamp.org/.

Official Pitch Coach

Speaker's Flare Training & Consultancy

Speaker's Flare Training & Consultancy (UEN: 53193779L) was founded in June 2011 with the vision of empowering individuals to shine brilliantly on stage by being their truest selves. As Public Speaking Coaches, We work with clients who desire to thrive on stage; increasing sales, raising investment funding and delivering solid effective pitches are what we specialize in.

Till date, we've worked with over 50 clients individually through executive coaching and trained over 1,500 clients in workshop setting. we've been fortunate and thankful to work with individuals from leading corporations including AIA, MOE, IBM, DHL, ERA, Barclays Capital, Deloitte Consulting US, Ernst & Young, NTUC, Franklin Templeton Investments, USAID, Lend Lease Group, Walton International Group and Le Xin Group.

Through our customized public speaking and presentation skills training program, we have empowered our clients to reap immense returns from their speaking engagements.

Founder, Principal Trainer, Lead Public Speaking Coach

Seedly

Seedly Personal Finance Festival 2021 is Singapore's biggest personal finance festival ran digitally for 2021 and has garnered over 5,000 paying #millennial attendees. It also involves over 50 speakers from ARK Invest, 99.co, The Woke Salaryman, Franklin Templeton, Providend, DollarsAndSense, StashAway, EndowUs, Syfe and many more!

Our role as the 'Official Learning Partner' involves preparing the 2 founders of Seedly Singapore to deliver their keynote speeches, 8 moderators, 2 workshop speakers and 2 event emcees to take the stage with effectiveness and authenticity as their Public Speaking & Presenting Coach.

Official Learning Partner (Seedly Personal Finance Festival 2021) 

China-ASEAN New Smart City Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition (ASEAN Division)

One Pitch. Breaking Borders

This groundbreaking China-ASEAN New Smart City Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition is back for the 3rd year in 2020! We’re calling for the best ASEAN innovation startups who are seeking opportunities to break beyond their borders.

This is your opportunity to pitch your way into China!

The world is facing a different kind of normal and borders have shut indefinitely. As a result, this competition aims to provide a different kind of Value to startups.

Other than attractive prize monies to be won, we also strive to offer the best smart city Startups access to highly strategic networks, turn ideas into sought-after solutions, and opportunities to break into new markets!

This competition is hosted by the Nanning Municipal D&R Commission and the Nanning Foreign Affairs Office, and organised by CloudBae Big Data Industry Development Co. Ltd.

The ASEAN Division is organised by The 2B Compass Pte Ltd, and co-organised by *SCAPE Co. Ltd and Singapore University of Social Sciences.

Like and Follow us on our Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/chinaaseancomp

Head of Mentoring Growth

Singapore Management University

Appointed as a Career Consultant for undergraduates at the Dato' Kho Hui Meng Career Centre. Specialist in communication skills and mentoring undergraduates to speak and present powerfully during key moments like interviews, career assessment centres and pitch competitions.

Career Consultant with Dato'​ Kho Hui Meng Career Centre

Thousand Network Asia (Singapore)

Thousand Network is a global community of young people who live on the edge. We cook up molecular gastronomy, perform pop sonatas, build social empires, and craft radical policy. Scattered across 40 cities on 5 continents, we are bound by our curiosity and creativity. The world is our lab, and we were born to discover what’s possible. Altruism is our currency, and we prosper by aiding each other’s growth. Collectively we can do more with our time on (and off) this planet.

Local affiliated hubs around the world select exceptional young people under 30 as members, and empower them to achieve greater impact through the network. We are one such hub based in Singapore, and we spearhead the Thousand Network presence in Asia.

As the Hub Ambassador, I work with my co-Ambassador, Tim, to grow Thousand's membership and further our vision of bringing tomorrow's leaders together, one event at a time.

Hub Ambassador

Growing up as an introvert and serial bully victim, putting myself out there has certainly not been my thing. 

Yet when I decided to pursue my dream as a professional speaker and coach as an accounting college student, I had to learn how to build online influence well. 

A decade later, I’ve been blessed to serve a Fortune 500 life insurance corporation as their Millennials and Social Media Engagement Consultant. 

Here are some "top-line" achievements: 

🌟 Keynote Speaker for Asia Pacific Life Insurance Congress (APLIC), MDRT Day ID, KL & SG 2019-2022 - teach the very strategies that have grown my global speaking business over the past 12 years - from a $500 paid-up capital by 1,000x (annual rev)

🌟 Strategic Growth Coach to the Top Agency Leaders in SG, MY, ID, HK. Currently the "Outsourced CMO" to a $20+M Agency in Singapore, reigning as the Top Group. 

🌟 Taught >57,000 audiences across 10 countries in Asia and Middle East. As of 2020, I've been accorded the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), an accolade for the top 12% of speakers globally. 

🌟 Featured over 70x on local and regional media (TV, radio, newspaper) like Channel News Asia (CNA), Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), The Huffington Post, and more. 

🌟 Trusted and engaged by global corporations like AIA, Atradius, Coface, DB Schenker, MSC Shipping, Porsche Asia Pacific, Prudential, Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), the Saudi Arabia Kingdom (SAK) government etc.

All without spending on paid advertisement, but by pure organic engagement and attraction.

If you're a top life insurance agency decision-maker, you know it’s harder to attract talents.

The old rules - a numbers game - it was effective, but no longer. ❌

You need to be #𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗳𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱, but maybe are facing these challenges:

😪 Confused by the mixed messages on how to build your online influence well 

😪 Lost and frustrated after months of "posting content" that doesn't move the needle one bit 

😪  Time and resource-poor because you're tied up with strategic growth of your agency

There is a better way and it doesn’t involve you doing more or becoming someone you are not. 

I can help you: 

🚀 BE AWARE - So your personal brand is seen by your ideal talents and have you be in their radars consistently 

🚀 BE ATTRACTIVE - Leverage organic social content to draw talent to you and the right ones!  

🚀 BE AMPLIFIED - Leverage the right audiences to be a prominent choice

🎁 Connect with me and let's discover how we can make you relevant to your talents of today!

"𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘋𝘐𝘌 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘯"...

𝘴𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘐 𝘸𝘰𝘯'𝘵.


This has been on social media:

👨🏻👩🏻‍🦱 - "I will do all I can for my children... I'll even die for them"

A more sombre and powerful reminder:

"𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺?"

When I grew up, my dad was always dutiful - he put food on the table, kept the family together but...
→ he was often stoic and quiet while I yearned listening sometimes
→ when I was struggling in school, I didn't turn to him (or mum) quite immediately
→ I wished for more moments of connection and understanding from him

Don't get me wrong -- he did his best, given what he had (and a solid 100% father). 

But yes, there's always that tinge of regret and yearning.

That was why when we were going to have a boy close to 4 years back, I was quietly disappointed. 😕

I was worried that I'll have the same relationship with my son, as with, what I had with my dad.

Yet, I made the reframe and shift once Davey came into our lives.

That instead of passing down generational regrets and burden, I want to pass him generational gifts:
→ To be able to find his voice and expression courageously in a noisy (sometimes, nasty world) -- that's why I WRITE on social
→ To explore and deliver his gifts to the world even if it deviates from the norm -- that's why I rejected a corporate job to CREATE MY OWN CAREER🎁
→ To be present with him and love and accept him for who he is -- that's why I BUILD A BUSINESS that gives me time and location freedom

Speak to most parents here on LinkedIn or in their workplaces, you'll realize how our children can really test us.

But they also make our lives so much more beautiful and meaningful.

Celebrating him at his year-end annual concert this weekend, he was awkward and fumbling on stage.

But I know he's quietly building his own strength and character in his own way.

And hence, I shall also live well and do more good work in my business and career to help the people I am meant to.

Because our lives are too short to play small.

But more so -- let's pass on more gifts instead of regrets or burdens to our next generations. 

#topofmind #parenting  #joy

LinkedIn Top Voice in SG To Follow (2024) | I help top life insurance leaders and service professionals in Asia grow their brand and influence and be #TopofMind | Millennial Dad | Top 12% Global Speaker

LinkedIn helped me teach 65,000 leaders across 20+ cities.

Here's how.

It’s all about using the right strategies to turn connections into opportunities

When I started using LinkedIn, I found it was more than just a networking site. 
 
It became my go-to place to meet mentors and peers who inspire me every day.

At first, I didn’t know how to reach big companies, especially in other countries. It felt like a huge challenge.

LinkedIn turned out to be my secret weapon. 

By sharing useful insights and being genuine, I caught the attention of big companies across Asia.

This approach helped me connect with Fortune 500 companies and teach over 65,000 leaders in 9 countries, proving that you can make a big impact with the right strategy. 

LinkedIn is a tool that anyone can use to grow. Here’s how you can make it work for you:

✅ Spend Time Wisely
→ Focus on creating posts that not only inform but also engage your audience. 
→ Think about what challenges your audience faces and how you can help solve them.

✅  Make Real Connections
→ Don’t just connect for the sake of numbers. 
→ Reach out with meaningful messages that show genuine interest and align with shared goals or values.

✅ Be the "Best Product of YOU"
→ Authenticity is key. 
→ Share stories and experiences that reflect who you are and what you stand for. This builds trust and credibility.

✅ Join the Conversations
→ Participate actively in industry discussions and even, offline events (judiciously)
→ Comment on posts, ask questions, and share your perspective to become part of a community.

✅ It's the Long Game 
→ Consistency is crucial. For as long as you're in business, you should be on this platform. 
→ Regularly update your network with relevant information and insights to keep them engaged and informed.

✅ Study the Insights 
→  Use LinkedIn features to gather insights into what content resonates most. 
→ Adjust your approach based on feedback to better meet your audience’s needs.

Think of LinkedIn as your ticket to growing your professional book of business. 

Ready to take the next step in your LinkedIn journey? 

Start by reaching out to someone new today or share a piece of advice that helped you. 

See where these new connections can take you.

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consult
ant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #millennials #business

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Growing up, I've always been that weird kid:

"𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀?" 


Yes, I just got a year older over the last weekend. Hopefully, wiser too.

Faced with about 400+ messages across socials (thanks LinkedIn for just "automating" it 😮‍💨) and Whatsapp... 

I am thankful for the "pause" on a family staycation.

They say the 30s is one of the most challenging windows of adulting. I agree:

→ Staying present to my parents are aging and ailing
→ Taking care of our precocious toddler who challenges boundaries every single day
→ Figuring my own identity and direction while growing our business 

And society is such that men are expected to have it "all put together"... "all figured out". 

(which I am far from and I learn to appreciate those days that I struggle and fumble)

Sounds familiar? 

In fact, I also used to not like celebrating birthdays.

Because I associated that with having to receive and bask in attention (which I don't like and it's strange, considering my line of work).

But I've learnt to embraced it by celebrating myself for the year:

🎂 Showing up professionally on stages and having taught over 40+ classes and keynotes on strategic growth, communications and personal branding in the financial advisory space and beyond 

🎂 Staying on-point and active on my socials - clocking in >1.4M impressions on LinkedIn (and hey, to be featured alongside Singapore's President and Prime Minister as a LinkedIn Top Voice to follow in Singapore)

🎂 Building a robust agency team of 8 straddling across 3 countries and delivering over 100+ pieces of social media content for our clients. Hitting our annual revenue and MRR targets by late Q3 

🎂 Staying present and loving my family as a dad, husband and son (they are my rocks) 

🎂 Coaching some of the top leaders in the financial advisory space (including potentially - branding a CEO of a mega corporation) and winning a 2-years contract to coach our government leaders in Singapore

All while working through some deep personal lows and conflicts.

Most so, I celebrate myself for staying true to myself in my work and life.

Which I believe is the crux of good personal branding. 

And if you're quietly struggling and growing, I invite you to celebrate YOURSELF too.

If there's one thing you haven't celebrated yourself for, what will that be?

#topofmind #personalbranding #birthdays

𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻-𝘇𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 "𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲" 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲.

It's painful, yes.


Recently, I interviewed a Gen-Z candidate for a marketing role.

Barely into the conversation, she started to make all her "demands" known.

 I don't want to...
→ Get involved in work that's too technical or analytical
→ Work over-time and wants work-life balance 
→ Do admin or research work that's too "boring" and "low value"

At one point, I asked her,

So what are you willing to say "yes" to? 

She couldn't answer me. 

I know -- this is no absolute black-or-white conversation.

But you gotta say more "yes" before you earn the right to say "no" at the workplace. 

For the younger talents graduating into the workforce, you need to realize some of these "workplace realities":

1️⃣ You're untested and unvalidated. Your job as a fresh graduate is to gain as many relevant opportunities to prove and discover yourself.

2️⃣ Every "yes" you say to builds you leverage and opportunities for your future. (of course - balance and common sense apply)

3️⃣ Not all work is going to be exciting and glorious and news-worthy. But you can almost always learn from it if you've an open mind

4️⃣ In saying "yes" to some work, you're also building goodwill and relationships (valuable assets)

5️⃣ Being a prima-donna early career is career suicide 

In your 20s, it's your time to dig deep and clock in your reps.

And this is also the "best window" for making mistakes - trying doing that in your 30s or 40s when expectations and stakes are higher.

Only when you've done the work, can you earn the validation, value and track record at your work place. 

Saying the right "yes" now will give you the leverage and power to say "no" to situations and people afterwards. 

Agree? 



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P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #graduates #careers

As an introvert working in a field full of extroverts, I once worried that I wouldn’t reach my goals. 

But a conversation with a client changed everything.

I used to think that I needed to act more extroverted to succeed. This left me feeling uneasy and out of place.

One day, I asked my client, “Why did you choose to work with me?” 

Their answer surprised me: “We relate to you because you’re authentic and down-to-earth.”

This was a game-changing moment. 

I realized that my true self was my strongest selling point. 

Here’s what I learned about connecting with clients:

✅  Be Authentic 
→ Stay true to who you are. 

People appreciate authenticity over pretense.

✅  Ask the Right Questions
→ Always ask clients how they found you and why they chose you. 

This helps you understand what truly matters to them.

✅  Follow the Results
→ Focus on what works and let your natural strengths shine. 

For example if a podcast brought clients to you, do more of that.

✅  Trust Yourself
→ You don’t need to change who you are to be successful. 

Embrace your introverted nature.

It's your authentic self that people value the most.

Have you ever asked your clients why they chose you? Share your experience with us.

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consult
ant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #millennials #business

This chef is a rich "Indonesian darling" you may know. 

Meet Bobby. 

You probably have met or seen him “online” by his moniker - Bobby Saputra.

Well, his real name is Ben Sumadiwiria.

He used to cook gourmet dishes at Le Cordon Bleu, but now he creates amazing online videos as Bobby Saputra.

Growing up in a tough neighborhood in Berlin was not easy for Ben. He faced racism and bullying, which tested his confidence and taught him to be strong.

Later, even with a successful culinary career, he felt like something was missing.

— His creativity needed a new outlet.

Ben decided to try something bold.

He created Bobby Saputra, a character who is the privileged son of Asia’s seventh richest man and heir to a bottled water empire.

The idea for Bobby Saputra came to Ben at a friend’s wedding in Indonesia. He was surrounded by the country’s wealthiest people and saw a chance to create something unique. 

So, Bobby Saputra, a fun character living a luxurious life, was born. 

Ben used humor to share Bobby's "crazy rich" adventures, showing off opulent dining and lavish lifestyles.

The result? Bobby became a huge hit online.

Platforms like Instagram and TikTok became his stage, where his engaging content attracted over 2.5 million followers.

His surge in popularity also opened up exciting collaborations with major brands such as Shopee, DBS Bank Indonesia, and Grab, highlighting the impact of his strong personal branding.

💡 What can we learn from Bobby’s personal branding?

1/ Be Creative with Your Storytelling
→ Use creative stories to make your brand interesting and relatable.
→ Share experiences that resonate with your audience's emotions and curiosity.
→ Keep your narrative fresh and engaging to maintain interest.

Like he went to Singapore to give our free food to CBD workers and suggested that they may be "poor" if they earn less than $1M / year!

By constantly introducing fresh and exciting content, Ben kept his followers intrigued and coming back for more.

2/ Build Genuine Connections
→ Collaborate with others to expand your reach and learn from different perspectives.
→ Be authentic in your interactions to build trust and loyalty.

Ben's ability to connect and collaborate with local influencers and acquaintances played a key role in enhancing his content quality and reach.

3/ Constantly Reinvent Yourself
→ Be open to exploring new ideas and ventures to keep your personal brand fresh.
→ Don't be afraid to pivot or change direction when you feel your current path isn’t fulfilling.
→ Use feedback and experiences to evolve and enhance your skills and offerings.

Ben used audience feedback and experiences to continuously evolve his content and personal brand, ensuring he stayed relevant and engaging.

Inspired by Ben’s branding journey?  Share your thoughts in the comment.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #millennials #business

The business case for a CEO being active on LinkedIn?

Because it makes them... 🤔


I met up with Grace Tng recently. 

And it was insightful as usual given that Grace has over 2 decades of experience in the financial services industry.

One thing I've admired about Grace is how her content always retains her authentic voice - feisty, no-nonsense yet relatable. 

In fact, she shared with me how in spite of her busy schedule, she would still make time to share her work and journey on LinkedIn. 

All written by herself! 

We had a conversation on the potential of building influence as a CEO on LinkedIn:

#1/ Thought leadership - being the head of your firm means also, leading the industry with insights and paradigm shift.

How does your firm stand out compared with the peers? What are some exciting ideas and initiatives in the pipeline?

#2/ Financial Influencing - running a company in the 21st century is no longer just a behind-the-desk role.

Notwithstanding its inherent risks, CEOs who play the "mass influence game" well can also help their corporations be #TopofMind.  

Like in the financial services industry in Singapore and recent talk on 'FinFluencers', CEOs should realize they are also true blue financial influencers making businesses happen

#3/ Employer branding - if we want to attract talents, we need to realize --

People buy people, not just companies or icons.

When the leadership is vocal and present, it gives potential talents one more lens of discovery to look at!

#4/ Seeding value - what are some of the challenges and untold insights behind running a company? 

When done well, social media scales your storytelling and value-giving to the next level so you can help more people

#5/ Digital journaling - this is my personal agenda too.

To leave a digital trail of my work so my child can grow up to connect the dots for the late nights and hustle. More so, there is so much richness in our lives that's worth documenting.

For Grace, she shares her parenting stories with her two teenage daughters and the adventures they've to navigate through together!

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Being active on LinkedIn takes time and commitment.

And we shouldn't chastize CEOs who make the effort to be active:

"Huh, you must be very free to write all these content, huh?" 

Instead, we always make time for what matters. 💯

With the right intent, being active on LinkedIn can make you...

Richer in opportunities, relationships and perspectives.

Don't you agree? 👋🏻

#topofmind #leadership #mdrt

You're missing out if you think like this. 💯

Brand building is NOT JUST about social media.

It's so much more than that and there are at least 5 other key pillars for brand building.

To start -- good practitioners know the value of traditional (or mass) media and PR.

I was reminded of this when, after a radio interview with Malaysia's #1 business radio - BFM, an entrepreneur from Malaysia reached out to discuss my coaching services. 

This unexpected connection highlighted the true power and return on investing in media.

↳ The real value of media isn't always instant. 
↳ It's about planting seeds and building relationships over time. 

While immediate results are tempting, lasting connections are what truly grow your brand.

↳ Don't focus solely on short-term gains. 
↳ Embrace the journey of giving and sharing your expertise. 

You never know who might be listening and how your message could resonate. I know this because I'm still always motivated to share my work and stories after doing so over 80 times on regional and global media platforms. 

Do you have similar experience? I'd love to hear your stories about unexpected opportunities from media.

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #millennials #business

"I'm just another average agent, there's nothing unique about me..."

This thought stops you from building a strong personal brand.

In a crowded market, blending in means missed opportunities. 

Clients seek advisors they trust, who offer something more than just numbers—they want a connection, a unique perspective.

You need to recognize that you do have something unique. 

Whether it’s your personal journey, your approach to client service, or a specific expertise, these are your brand's hidden strengths.

Creating a strong personal brand starts with knowing and sharing your true self. 

Here’s how you can do it:

1️⃣ Find Your Strengths
→ Think about what you’re really good at and how those skills make you unique.

2️⃣ Share Your Story 
→ Everyone has a story that’s worth telling. Think about what experiences have shaped you and set you apart.

3️⃣ Build Confidence
→ Remind yourself of your strengths regularly to boost your confidence.

4️⃣ Be Real
→ Share your story in places that feel right for you, whether it’s online or in person.

5️⃣Ask for Feedback
→ Get feedback from others to see how your brand is coming across and make improvements.

6️⃣ Keep Learning
→ Always be open to new ways of improving and showing off your personal brand.

Have more tips on discovering your uniqueness? Share them below and let's learn from each other!

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consult
ant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

#topofmind #millennials #business

It's Monday - and here's one thing that's often tougher than it sounds: 

Being kind to yourself. 💙

I used to push myself to be at my best every single day. 

→ It was exhausting and eventually, I realized it wasn’t sustainable being all-tough on myself. 

This constant drive made me confuse being busy with being productive. 

But I learned that always "being on" can actually stop us from growing and feeling fulfilled.

💡 That's when I discovered the importance of focusing on the few key tasks that truly make a difference --the "needle movers".

On LinkedIn - you don't have to be connecting with everyone. You don't have to chase every new trend. 

You just need to be on-point with what your professional and personal goals are. 

Also,  by taking intentional breaks, I found that rest is one of the best productivity hacks. 

Lastly, it's important to understand what and who gives you energy versus what drains it - both offline and online. 

With these changes, I found a better balance in my work and life.

As Warren Buffett wisely advises, spending time to just sit and think—without rushing—has helped me make better decisions.

✅ Instead of trying to be busy all the time, aim to do work that fuels you (esp in the long-term) 

✅ Accept that not every day will be perfect, and that’s perfectly okay. It's the long game that matters. 

✅ When you're kind to yourself, you create the capacity to also give more to others.

If you’re feeling pressured to always be at your best, start by being kind to yourself. 

Only then can you truly flourish on LinkedIn and in life. 

If you have tips or experiences on self-care and management, I’m all ears! Share your thoughts below.

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

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𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗟 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲. 

Chasing plain engagement = 😳🥵🤔😮‍💨


I met a fellow coach recently.

She shared with me that her friends have attended personal branding or LinkedIn growth programs.

They were all successful in experiencing:
🌟 Spikes in engagement and impressions
🌟 Spotlighted by LinkedIn multiple times 
🌟 Soaring egos and dopamine hits from the hundreds of likes

But the reality?

Self-employed → 0 business enquiries
Entrepreneurs → 0 client or recruitment leads
Professionals →  0 strategic relationships or career lead-ins

No amount of attention can pay your bills. 

It's like day-dreaming - fantasies can be nice. But we still got to wake up to our reality.

The key here is to ensure the 3Cs -

✅ 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧 - a system to strategically produce content that increases discoverability while not compromising relevancy. (e.g. if you do business only locally, getting famous across the world is great - but not needle moving)

✅ 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 - does your content generate demand from your Ideal Client Profile (ICP)? Does it compel them to respect, talk to and work with you?

✅ 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 - can you convert conversations to sit-downs - virtual or in-person? That's when the sale, recruitment or career opportunity happens

Case in point -- 

Client J boasts a 40-50% walk-in from LinkedIn and generated 4 CEO / MD interest to meet for financial planning in 1 week of our campaign.

And alongside my other students, social / LinkedIn has generated upwards of $600+k of First-Year Commissions (FYCs) from the "attention" generated online. As a coach and speaker myself, social has generated me >$150+k of new business this year alone (with another $2-300k in potential conversions).

Another Client C has attracted close to 10 new RNF (newly contracted) agents from her efforts. 

It's important to work hard.

𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘴.

Do you agree?

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Most people would rather have 1M followers who just scroll by...

Rather than... 😳

1,000 true fans who are genuinely connected with and buy you and your work.

When I first started my business, I thought having more followers was the key to success. 

Every new "like" felt like a win. 

But soon, I realized something was off. 

Even with lots of followers, my impact was small. 

Many didn’t really connect with what I was sharing.

It hit me that having many followers wasn’t enough if they weren't interested in my story. 

Things felt shallow, and I knew I had to change my approach.

I decided to focus on fewer people who truly cared about my story. 

I engaged with them, listened to their feedback, and made content that suited their needs.

This shift made a big difference. 

My business grew stronger as my story resonated with these true fans. 

They supported my work, talked about it to others, and our community grew naturally.

Here's what I learned:

✨ Build Real Connections
→ Focus on people who connect with your story, values, process, philosophy and intent.

The best way to do it is to RETAIN your voice in your content. 

✨ Quality Over Quantity
→ A smaller, engaged group is more powerful than a large, uninterested one.

Creating top-line content for eye-ball sake is great. Except that they may not end up buying from you!

✨ Stay Your Lane & Go the Long Game
→ Don't be changing your style and way like the seasons. 

In fact, stay dedicated to the Principle of ONE - one platform, one audience, one persona, one message, one offer. (as a start)

Consistency wins loyalty, over the long run. 

So... are you focusing on the right audience and game?

Share your thoughts in the comments below or connect with me to discuss more!

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

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I am a "conventional FAILURE" 

But I never regretted my journey.  Here's why. 😳


Yesterday, the national school exam results came out in Singapore, and it got me reflecting. 

I was always the misfit, the one "fighting the system."

Here's my 'Conventional Report Card' 🔖

→ Started strong academically (top 3 in whole academic level) but later, failed to get into my dream "elite school".

→ Scored B4 in O' Level English and A' Level General Paper.

→ Applied for the Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) journalism scholarship and crashed - the interviewer told me, "I don't think you can write"

→ Graduated with a 2.8 (out of 4) GPA in Accounting, which led to some intense chats with my professors. (and yes, I skipped orientation to sell laptops too)

My academic path was full of doubt and detours, limiting my career options.

But then, here's my 'Unconventional Report Card' 🃏

✌🏻 As a freshman, I made a 5-figure income from freelance writing and explored translation, copywriting, and even legal transcription.

✌🏻 Published and crowd-funded my first book on Asian public speaking at 27, sold 3,000 copies to readers from 6 countries, and got a reprint from a Vietnam publisher.

✌🏻 Built a global speaking and coaching business, teaching over 60,000 leaders in 20+ cities (like Chicago, Sydney and Riyadh)

✌🏻 Despite my English B4 grade, I became a HuffPost contributor with 1.4M LinkedIn views and earned the Top Voice (invite-only) badge 🤷🏻‍♂️

The takeaway? You get to write your future. 

The world, society, and yup—even loved ones—will try to script it for you. But it might not be a story you like to be in.

I choose not to let my past define me. 

My "MESS" is my message.

I write my own story, define my own success, and that's what matters most.

Funnily - my "conventional failure" help write my "unconventional success".

Are you writing yours today?

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This was my first job out of university.

They thought I was making a "career suicide" ☠️


It was 2012.

My graduate peers headed to swanky offices. Graduate programs. Fancy rotations across functions and geographies.

I turned down a Big-4 corporation offer for a small SME to do corporate sales (and more).

"Ben, I need you to get these training manuals printed," my manager instructed. 

Running errands, changing printer ink, buying staples, shopping for napkins and canned drinks from the nearby Cold Storage.

So I spent over $30k of my parents' monies and 4 years Bachelors's degree from a top Singapore university...

To be an "admin boy" 

Sounds stupid? 😳

No, I never thought I was above doing "grunt work".

Instead, I learnt professional selling and interacted with our corporate clients and entrepreneurs.

What I lacked in prestige, salary (40% pay drop) and impressive company and titles... I made it up with learning the ropes of business, deep-diving into sales. 

I asked questions and I was a literal sponge 🧽

More so, I shut up and listened because my bosses ran multiple 7 to 9 figures businesses.

On every job, you should earn or learn. Ideally both and I had it. 

I did well enough to make 5-figure pay check months in my mid 20s.

1.5 years later, I quit to do my own. 

In my early 30s, my practice crossed 7-figures in revenue. And I now work with leaders from Fortune 100 companies from 20+ nationalities, speak and train across 8 countries in Asia and be paid considerably to teach.

We've barely hit our potential yet.

The lesson here is that driving in the same lanes as everyone else may feel "safe".

But if it doesn't get you to where you need to be, it sure can be... dangerous and crowded.

Deviating into your own lane of adventure may be crazy and "risky".

But you may be surprised and rewarded with unexpected growth and experiences. 🚀

It's ok to go slow (and differently) first... to go farther in life.

Have you deviated away from the crowd and made it work for you?

♻️ Share this post if it can inspire someone!

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

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When I was a naive and petulant 19/20 year old, I was coached by Soon. 

He later became a mentor and elder brother of sorts to me - lending me counsel, advice and giving me perspectives I never could get in the classroom or university.

They say we grow the most when when we stand on the shoulders of giants and Soon has been one such "giant" for me. 

So delighted that he's been elected into the  2025 ICF Professional Coaches Global Board of Directors! 

#mentors #inspiration

CEO, Global Board Director, and Senior Executive Coach — Championing Innovation and Leadership in Asia Pacific

Thrilled to share that the results are out! Deeply honored to be elected to the 2025 ICF Professional Coaches Global Board of Directors! 🌍

This opportunity to serve would not have been possible without the encouragement, guidance, and inspiration from so many incredible leaders. Thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey—your trust and encouragement mean the world to me.

This role is a privilege to give back to the coaching profession and to serve alongside amazing leaders from around the world. Coaching has transformed my own journey, and I’m excited to contribute to empowering coaches and leaders across diverse cultures to drive meaningful change.

As we navigate an increasingly interconnected (yet perhaps fragmented) world, I hope to play a small part in fostering a coaching community that inspires, leads, and adapts to the challenges and opportunities ahead—especially as we embrace new innovations like AI while staying grounded in our human-centric approach.

If you have ideas on how we can better support and elevate the global coaching community, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s collaborate on this journey to elevate the global coaching and leadership community together. Please feel free to share this post with others in our community so we can gather more ideas and make an even greater impact.

Jonathan Low, Global Speaking Fellow, CSP, MCC

"What should I post on social media?"

As someone who guides life insurance students across Asia, I often hear that question.

Initially, my answer was simple: 

💡 "Post whatever you like. It's your space." 

But then I had a brunch with a well-known speaker that made me see things differently. 

As we were eating, I suggested we take a photo for Instagram. She paused and said, "This doesn't fit my brand right now." 

At first, I thought she was being overly cautious. But on my way home, I realized her strategy was spot on.

We often focus on what we want to share, but not enough on what our audience wants to see.

Focusing only on our preferences can lead to missed opportunities.

This encounter taught me the importance of knowing your audience's desires. 

✨ It's not just about posting; it's about being strategic. 

I've since discovered an effective model that works for me, and I now recommend it to my clients as well:

✅ See:
→ Identify what you want your audience to notice first. 
→ Are there images, stories, or ideas that will catch their eye? 
→ For instance, if you're aiming to reach young families, use visuals of family life or share relatable stories that highlight the joy and importance of financial planning.

✅ Think:
→ Determine the thoughts or emotions you wish to inspire. 
→ Perhaps you want them to see you as reliable and trustworthy. 
→ Share content that demonstrates these qualities, such as client success stories or valuable advice on managing finances effectively.

✅ Do:
→ Decide what action you want them to take. 
→ Is it reaching out for a consultation, or engaging with your post? 
→ Encourage them with clear calls to action, like "Discover how we can help secure your family's future today."

Instead of posting randomly, think about how your content guides your audience from seeing to thinking to doing.

How do you connect with your audience on social media? Share your thoughts below, and let's learn from each other.

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

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𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗨𝗖𝗞 𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

Because of 🪫...

We have a "social battery".

As an introverted person in an extroverted profession (think speaking to 5,000 people live on stage in Jakarta), I know this.

Introverts feel drained in social situations because their brains have lower dopamine responses, making social stimuli less rewarding and more mentally taxing. 😮‍💨

This, combined with heightened activity in the prefrontal cortex (responsible for deep thinking), leads to faster cognitive fatigue​

Here are 4 quick ways for introverts to thrive at live events:

✅ 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 -- block out quiet time before and after events to recharge mentally. Protecting this space ensures you can show up fully without burnout.

✅ 𝗦𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 -- approach networking with specific objectives—like meeting two new people and having meaningful-enough conversations. 

This keeps interactions purposeful and limits overexertion. It's never a numbers game for us. 

✅ 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘀 -- it’s okay to step away! Find a quiet corner or take a quick walk to reset your energy during long events.

PRO hack - ask more questions so you can listen while not exhausting yourself!

✅ 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗲 -- opt for smaller, more intimate gatherings. Meaningful conversations in low-stimulation environments can help you thrive socially without draining your reserves.

As entrepreneurs, being adaptable is crucial.

Having the ability to switch between being social and reserved is a powerful asset. 

The trick is to manage your energy so you engage without feeling drained.

Finding this balance helps you connect better and stay energized.

Did this help you out? Share and save so others can benefit too! 🤝

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

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In my 20s, my mentor told me not to.

But I quit my job and crazy things happened 🚀

A decade on, I've presented to over 65,000 leaders across 20+ cities. 

In my 20s, I faced a tough choice. I had a stable job and a mentor advising me to stay put. 

 But deep down, I felt that if I wanted to really grow, I needed to make a change.

 So, despite my mentor's advice, I took a bold step and quit my job.

It was a leap into the unknown, but my gut told me it was the right move to take control of my career.

After leaving my job, I quickly realized that I was on my own in a competitive world. 

Without the backing of an employer, I had to find new ways to make a name for myself. 

The challenge was figuring out how to stay relevant and important in my field, especially in a digital age where everyone is trying to get noticed.

I learned that winning on social media isn't just about being seen. 

It's about finding the sweet spot where authority, intimacy, and relevance meet.

By sharing what I know and connecting with people genuinely, I managed to stand out.

This journey has taught me the importance of leaving a lasting impression in the digital world.

In the end, success isn't just about what you achieve, but how you inspire others along the way.

What bold step have you taken to stand out in your career? I'd love to hear your story

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

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Cracking the  Social Business Code.pdf

Introverts are BAD speakers?

I thought this was true until I learnt these. 

When I first started speaking, my hands would sweat, and the sight of all those faces staring back at me made me incredibly nervous. 

As an introvert, stepping onto the stage felt like a mountain to climb.

Standing there, it can seem like every single person is watching your every move. 

The nerves are real, especially if the spotlight isn't your natural home.

But here's the big question: how do you stay calm and get your message across?

Over time, I learned to turn that fear into something positive.

Now, after speaking to over 65,000 people from over 20 cities, I've found some tricks to turn my nerves into a strength that helps me share my message effectively.

If you’ve got a big stage to face, these might work for you too:

✅ Know Your Goal:
→ Be clear about why you're speaking and what you want to say. More so, put the focus on serving your audience so you feel less tense about yourself. 

The more you put the spotlight on your audience, the less you'll think about your inadequacies. 

✅ Practice in Your Head:
→ I imagine myself on stage and go over my main points in my mind - classic visualization. 

This makes me feel more prepared and confident when it’s time to speak.

✅ Get a Good Sleep:
→ Sleeping well the night before your talk is important. It's your body's way of regulating stress and anxiety. 

When you're rested, you naturally think and act better. 

✅ Start Your Day Right:
→ On the day of the speech, I like to take a quick walk and do some deep breathing. These simple rituals help me start the day calm and focused.

✅ Reflect and Grow:
After speaking, I think about what went well and what I can do better next time. Every presentation is a chance to learn and improve.

With these routines, I started feeling more relaxed on stage. 

The nerves turned into excitement, and I began to enjoy speaking more. Each time I spoke, I got better and more confident.

In the end, it's not just about how many people are watching, but how you connect with them.

How do you handle speaking nerves? I'd love to hear your tips💙

P.s. ✍🏻 I am Benjamin Loh, CSP, a strategic growth coach and consultant who has taught over 65,000 leaders in over 20 global cities and constructed some of the leading icons (TOT, Award Winners) in the financial industry in Asia through the power of authentic storytelling and authority building.

💪 Follow me for personal brand and growth insights.

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