About
"Hello, I'm Margot Ling. From senior executive roles at Twitter (X) and Fox (Star TV), I bring 25+ years partnering with diverse stakeholders to drive growth across APAC's dynamic markets. Today, as an ICF PCC-certified executive coach in Hong Kong, I help leaders build Pervasive Influence – the ability to move people across cultures, hierarchies, and complexity through authentic presence and strategic communication.
My joy comes from seeing leaders achieve collaborative success. I believe leadership is fostering human connection while driving results."
Learning starts from the Mindset. Success begins with an Action."
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Executive
Presence & Communication
Pervasive influence starts with the leader. For senior leaders and entrepreneurs building influence beyond their title, this pillar transforms how you show up, speak up, and connect - cultivating strength-based gravitas, authentic executive presence, and persuasive communication that commands attention. Through one-on-one A.G.I.L.E. coaching and workshops, you learn to move people through credibility and emotional intelligence, not just authority.
Cross-Cultural
Leadership & Collaboration
Pervasive influence crosses cultures and generations. For global teams and international leaders scaling in APAC, this pillar builds Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and understanding of team strengths using the Team Management Profile (TMP) to foster trust and collaboration across diverse perspectives. Through workshops, team facilitation, and advisory services, I help you navigate unspoken norms so your influence flows smoothly across borders and generations.
Strategic
Influence & Engagement
Pervasive influence amplifies impact. For organisations building thought leadership, this pillar turns social media and personal branding into strategic leadership tools that build trust with wider stakeholders and the public. Through workshops, seminars and media content advisory, leaders create an leadership voice that engages key audiences ethically and consistently in this transformative AI era.
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What Leaders Say:
My Guiding Principle -
The 4Ps
Passion
Passion
for conversations that can influence people
Purpose
Purpose
to make authentic connections happen
Perserverance
Perseverance
to reinvent at every stage of my career
Positivity
Positivity
to take on challenges with a growth mindset
My Favourite Quote
“Begin with the End in Mind.” - Stephen R. Covey
My Story
Everyone
asks what drives me as a creative entrepreneur, executive coach, and communication expert.
From recording cassette stories as a Hong Kong girl to DJ training and radio work, my fascination with media and storytelling never faded. This competitive spirit led me to Fortune 500 giants – FOX (Star TV), Dolby Laboratories, and Twitter (Greater China content lead). Leading "Voice of China" – Dolby's first TV broadcast tech showcase – remains my career highlight. I navigated cultural nuances and diverse partners to activate this cultural moment. All while 7 months pregnant!
Over two decades, I scaled media from linear to digital across APAC, partnering with Silicon Valley (Twitter), Times Internet, and family media businesses. I founded startups (interactive TV, digital art, EATIZEN food network), then thrived in Twitter's content frenzy. These built my risk appetite and influence skills.
In 2019, I became an ICF PCC Executive Coach, CQ Facilitator, and TMP Coach. Today from Hong Kong, I help leaders build Pervasive Influence – moving people across cultures, hierarchies, and complexity without relying on title alone. Whether through one-on-one A.G.I.L.E. coaching, cross-cultural workshops, or strategic communication programs, I partner with tech founders, corporations, public organizations, and entrepreneurs across Greater China and beyond.
Let's embark on this journey together - building your Pervasive Influence!
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