As a child, he was the quiet one, the misfit, the underdog. With four step-siblings and a unique family setting, he often felt like a failure before his life had even begun. Kids mocked him in primary school, calling him ugly; at a new school, they booed him. Two bouts of Bell’s palsy left his face paralyzed—but that taught him his first lesson in resilience. It wasn’t until 2019, however, when his son suffered a near-fatal suffocation, that he learned the true power of introspection. In that moment of crisis, a new philosophy crystallized within him: Forgive your younger self. Trust your current self. Build your best self.
What he learned in darkness is that mindset changes everything.
To others, he was just a bullied kid. But to Aaron, this was proof that we all have an inner leader waiting to guide us to greatness.
This was the catalyst for Aaron becoming a practical problem solver. He became obsessed with learning—gathering tools, insights, and strategies to help people rise above their circumstances.
Starting in 2019, Aaron has served over ten thousand people from four countries through his books, podcast, and live talks.
And there's one guiding principle he's learned—"Give without remembering. Receive without forgetting."
Aaron's innate desire to empower others is why he continues to do what he does today—helping people across generations break through their limitations and build the best version of themselves. And it's the driving force behind his fight for mental wellness and access to growth, working to provide resources for young people facing adversity, supporting initiatives that bring personal development into underserved communities, and ensuring that the tools for self-mastery reach those who need them most.
If you're reading this, you're probably someone who's looking for more impact, more meaning, more connection.
The Purpose Club is your place—for everyone who believes that leadership is better together.
I'd love to meet you at a table soon.
– Aaron
"I thought he was such an inspiration with the books he had written and how he talked about Purposeful Transformation in a time of chaos. I made a mental note that one day, I would love to collaborate with him or get to know him better."
Lani Tao, DEI Leader, Kering
"Aaron shared his life-changing experiences and resourceful insights on achieving work-life balance and reducing stress. I highly recommend Aaron as a positive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable life coach and great story teller."
Ricky Mui, Regional Commerical Director, Robert Walters
"I highly recommend Aaron as a positive, enthusiastic and knowledgeable life coach and great storyteller. Our staff greatly appreciated his key takeaways and how to apply them to our everyday working life."
Andrew Nip, Director of Talent, LVMH
"He engages and motivates the audience with his energetic speaking style, effectively delivering complex concepts. I wholeheartedly recommend him to organizations seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable speaker who can inspire and empower teams."
Phuc Pham, Country Head, Robert Walters
"Aaron has a real talent for understanding the needs of an individual business and his session led to a noticeable improvement in our productivity and morale."
Liam Thomas, Country Head, Sleek
"Aaron's profound insights on establishing boundaries, promoting positivity, and fostering meaningful communication were particularly enlightening."
Ai Rene Tan, Country Manager, Robert Walters
Loves ants and nature
Opened up about how getting pulled out of school because of his health issue.
Spoke about his past challenge in primary school, cultural adaptation as an overseas student.
Passionate about tennis, Lego, Minecraft and fortnite
Purpose Club Dinners are the perfect entry point—experience our community firsthand and begin your evolution journey.