Marcus Tan - Professional Keynote Speaker and Industry Expert

    Marcus Tan

    Holistic Leadership and Business Transformation Coach

    20 years of hands-on leadership experience across travel, automotive, consulting, and professional services.

    Singapore
    English

    Speaking Topics

    Want To Be A Sigma Sage®?

    Health and Well-being

    Synopsis

    Many sales professionals struggle not because they lack effort, but because they operate without awareness of how their thoughts, emotions, and habits influence decisions. Poor judgment under pressure affects customer interactions, outcomes, and long-term growth. This session introduces the Sigma Sage approach, equipping participants with basic tools to understand the mechanics of life, live in an engaged manner, and function with greater awareness. By cultivating independence, self-reliance, wisdom, and reflection, participants learn how to make clearer decisions, respond more effectively to customers, and strengthen resilience. The session focuses on building internal alignment so external results become more consistent and sustainable.

    Target Audience

    Sales professionals who struggle with decision-making and customer interactions Sales professionals seeking greater awareness, resilience, and relationship effectiveness

    Key Benefits

    Decisions improve with awareness: Participants understand that sound decisions come from awareness, reflection, and self-regulation rather than impulsive reactions or pressure-driven choices. Calmer and more grounded: Participants feel more centred and confident, knowing they can respond thoughtfully instead of reacting emotionally when facing customers or challenges. Engage customers with intention: Participants apply self-awareness and reflective thinking to improve how they communicate, decide, and build relationships with customers.

    Outline

    Build Self-Awareness to Strengthen Judgment and Engagement Participants learn to recognise internal patterns that influence behaviour, reactions, and decision-making. By improving awareness, they gain greater control over responses when dealing with customers, challenges, and high-pressure situations. Develop Independent and Self-Reliant Thinking Participants strengthen independence and self-reliance, enabling them to think clearly, act responsibly, and make sound decisions without over-dependence on external validation or impulsive reactions. Apply Wisdom and Reflection to Improve Relationships Participants learn how wisdom, prudence, and reflection shape better communication and relationships. By pausing, reflecting, and responding intentionally, they engage customers more thoughtfully and build stronger trust.

    How To Sell High Ticket Services And Products

    Sales, Marketing and Customer Experience

    Synopsis

    Selling high-ticket services and products requires more than persuasion. It demands the right mindset, a deep understanding of client behaviour, and a structured conversion process. Many sales professionals struggle not because they lack effort, but because they lack clarity on how clients buy, how value is perceived, and how trust is built before price is discussed. This session breaks down the high-ticket sales process into practical, actionable components. Participants explore the client buying journey, the theory of consumption, and the role of personal branding and social media in conversion. The result is a clearer, more confident approach to engaging prospects and closing higher-value sales.

    Target Audience

    Financial Advisors seeking to sell higher-value products and services more consistently Sales leaders looking to equip their teams with high-ticket sales capability and mindset

    Key Benefits

    High-ticket sales require value-based positioning: Participants realise that high-ticket success comes from mindset, clarity, and authority rather than pressure or volume-based selling. Confidence in engaging high-value prospects: Participants feel more assured engaging premium clients, understanding how to communicate value and handle objections calmly. Apply conversion tools and engagement methods: Participants use social media, branding strategies, and structured conversations to improve engagement and closing effectiveness.

    Outline

    Adopt a High-Ticket Sales Mindset for Long-Term Success Participants learn how mindset influences confidence, positioning, and outcomes in high-ticket sales. By understanding goal setting, business clarity, and the theory that supports high-value selling, they shift from transactional thinking to value-based engagement. Understand Client Buying Journeys and Objection Patterns Participants gain insights into how clients make purchasing decisions, what drives hesitation, and how objections arise. By understanding the client journey and theory of consumption, they learn how to guide conversations with clarity and relevance. Convert Using Personal Branding and Social Media Platforms Participants learn how to build a personal media platform, position themselves effectively online, and use social media as a conversion mechanism. This enables higher-quality engagement and improves conversion rates without aggressive selling.

    About

    Marcus Tan is an experienced keynote speaker, trainer, and business leader with over 20 years of experience driving commercial and operational excellence across Asia Pacific. He has held senior roles with organisations including Ernst and Young, Hertz, and American Express, leading initiatives in sales, operations, procurement, and market development. Marcus is known for translating strategy into execution, helping teams align objectives, optimise performance, and exceed targets in complex environments. In addition to corporate leadership, he works as a personal coach, counsellor, and yoga teacher, supporting executives and high-pressure professionals in sustaining peak performance. Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration with Hult International Business School, Marcus blends academic rigour with practical experience to deliver leadership programmes that are grounded, relevant, and results driven.

    Unique Selling Point

    Corporate Leadership Grounded Practice – Marcus brings over 20 years of hands-on leadership experience across travel, automotive, consulting, and professional services. His training is grounded in real operational and commercial challenges faced by regional organisations.

    Strategy To Execution Translator – Marcus specialises in turning strategy into execution. His sessions help leaders align teams, optimise operations, and drive measurable performance outcomes across sales, procurement, and commercial development functions.

    Whole Leader Development Approach – Beyond business skills, Marcus integrates coaching, counselling, and yoga practices. His holistic approach supports leaders in managing pressure, sustaining performance, and leading with clarity in demanding environments.

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