Over the years, Barbara and I have spent much of our work helping people better understand human behavior, relationships, communication, and what it takes to live an extraordinary life. Through our seminars, books, and programs delivered across more than 70 countries, we’ve consistently seen that successful people are not simply those with talent or knowledge. They are people who learn how to adjust their thinking, take responsibility for their circumstances, overcome obstacles, and respond constructively when life becomes challenging. Our books have sold over 30 million copies worldwide in 55 languages, and that same truth has held in every audience we have reached.
I have known Teck Lim since the early 1990s and have watched his growth as an international speaker, facilitator, and leadership development professional. What I appreciate about his work is that it has always focused on practical and sustainable growth, helping people move forward with greater awareness, adaptability, and resilience in both life and work. Over more than three decades, I have seen him work across industries, organizations, and levels of leadership, and what has remained consistent is his ability to help people think more clearly about themselves and act with genuine purpose.
“Poh Teck Lim understands that lasting growth is not simply about working harder. It begins with learning to think differently. The Growth Shift brings decades of experience into a practical framework that helps readers recognize the patterns holding them back, respond to challenges with greater intention, and keep moving forward without losing themselves in the process.”
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach
New York Times Bestselling Author of What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Triggers, and The Earned Life
“This wonderful book is full of ideas and insights that help you make better decisions, achieve your goals faster, and focus on doing the most important things first, and the unimportant things not at all. Buy it, read it, and put it into action immediately.”
Brian Tracy
International Bestselling Author of 97 Books
Millions of Copies Sold in 55 Languages
“The Growth Shift is one of the most remarkable and insightful books on leadership I have had the pleasure to read. It teaches without preaching. Teck Lim is authentic in sharing what has worked, and what has not, throughout his decades of developing leaders and teams. Leadership is not about what you say, but who you are. This book is a powerful guide for achieving performance with fulfillment. Buy it, read it, discuss it with your team, and apply it.”
David McNally
CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame
Bestselling Author of Even Eagles Need a Push
“For more than 35 years, as an author, speaker, life coach, and widow of Earl Nightingale, I am delighted to see a book like The Growth Shift that complements the timeless principles of ‘The Strangest Secret’. While the Universal Law and philosophy that, ‘we become what we think about’ is something that cannot be denied, when this enlightenment comes, the truth of the matter is that without effective instruction and proven method on how to change present thinking to a positive thought path is the only barrier that prevents the achievement of lasting success in every phase of life. This book does that and is an absolute MUST HAVE for EVERYONE!”
Diana Nightingale
Author and Speaker, Widow of Personal Development Legend Earl Nightingale
“I love books that present personal growth strategies in simple and practical ways. The Growth Shift is such a book. Through Poh Teck Lim’s Hexcellence™ Growth System, he shows readers how to achieve greater personal effectiveness and satisfaction.”
Dr. Tony Alessandra
CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame
Author of The Platinum Rule®
“For all of my career my focus has been ‘Helping People Grow’. Teck Lim is a Growth Accelerator, teaches a Growth System, and shows you how to make the Growth Shift in order to Grow Consistently. A man after my own heart, with a message that I truly believe in. Make Poh Teck Lim your mentor, keep this book handy for daily guidance.”
Jim Cathcart
CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame
Author of The Acorn Principle and Relationship Selling
“In The Growth Shift, Poh provides a practical thinking framework that helps readers reflect, refocus, and direct their efforts toward meaningful progress. Drawing on his deep experience in leadership development, he helps readers become more effective leaders and contributors. I highly recommend The Growth Shift to both individuals and organizations.”
Steven J. Stowell, Ph.D.
President & Founder, CMOE
Expert in Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness
“The future belongs to individuals and institutions that embrace continuous learning, purposeful leadership, and the courage to adapt. The Growth Shift is more than a book on personal development; it is a practical guide to building the mindset required for lasting success in a rapidly changing world. Poh Teck Lim has created a valuable resource for leaders who aspire not only to grow themselves but also to create a positive impact on others.”
H. E. Muhammad Azfar Ahsan
Former Minister for Investment, Pakistan
Founder & Chairman, Nutshell Group
“The Growth Shift powerfully reframes time-tested personal development principles into a practical, structured system. Poh Teck Lim cuts through the motivational hype to give high performers a sustainable blueprint for intentional growth. Essential reading.”
Alan Fine
Co-Creator of the GROW® Model
New York Times Bestselling Author of You Already Know How to Be Great
“I’ve always been a huge proponent of hard work. And we’ve all heard that we should work smarter, not harder. The problem is that no one bothers to define what is meant by ‘hard work’ or ‘smart work.’ This book finally answers those critical questions. You will learn exactly what you can do to achieve amazing results in your career, your life, and your relationships. This book is a keeper that you will want to read over and over again.”
Dr. Alan Zimmerman
CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame (USA)
“The Growth Shift is a grounded guide for professionals and leaders who work hard, deliver results, and know that effort alone is not enough. Teck Lim brings decades of experience into a clear framework for thinking more intentionally, focusing on what matters, learning continuously, and sustaining performance over time. The book treats growth not as motivation, but as discipline. For leaders and teams operating under pressure, complexity, and change, it offers a useful reminder that lasting progress requires clarity, structure, and consistent action.”
Phyo Phyu Noe
President & CEO
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc
“The Growth Shift is a compassionate road map for anyone who wants to become more than their circumstances. Poh Teck Lim reminds us that while we do not choose our starting point, we can choose who we become. This is a thoughtful guide to intentional growth, hope, and lasting change.”
Anne Bruce
Talent Manager, Author of Discover True North, and Television Producer
“I have had the privilege of working with Teck Lim over many years across different organizations and initiatives, and I have witnessed firsthand his passion for helping people unlock their potential. The Growth Shift captures his wisdom, experience, and practical approach to personal development in a way that is both engaging and actionable. This book will inspire readers to embrace change, cultivate resilience, and pursue continuous growth with purpose and confidence.”
Rodney Wong
CEO, Universal Robina Munchy’s (Malaysia)
President, Childhood Cancer International
“In The Growth Shift, Teck Lim offers a powerful, practical guide that reminds us growth is not accidental; it is a deliberate act of awareness and choice. His framework is both insightful and immediately actionable. I believe any leader or high performer who wants to sustain success will find this book an indispensable companion.”
Christian Chua, CSP
Hall of Fame Motivational Speaker (Singapore)
“I’ve spent my career designing decision processes for leadership teams across industries and continents, and the failure mode is often the same: people mistake effort, or even insight, for change. What sets Teck Lim’s Hexcellence™ Growth System apart is that it doesn’t stop at insight. It is a holistic system built on three decades of practical application, not theory. I saw this rigor firsthand while we worked together at BASF.”
Dr. Markus Armbruster
Co-founder & Executive Director, pictomind GmbH
Former BASF Innovation Academy & CEO Advisory (Germany)
“Too often, growth is reduced to doing more, trying harder, or pushing through. Teck Lim reminds us that real growth begins with how we think, interpret our experiences, and engage with challenges. Drawing on decades of experience developing leaders and teams, he offers a practical framework for building greater clarity, intentionality, and resilience. The Growth Shift is a thoughtful guide for those seeking not only higher performance, but growth that endures.”
Nassif Kazan
Founder Partner, nxtARC Leadership Advisory (United Arab Emirates)
“The Growth Shift presents a brilliant and innovative system for helping professionals understand themselves more deeply and transform self-limiting patterns into meaningful breakthroughs. With a clear road map and practical process, Poh Teck Lim guides readers toward lasting change. Grounded in his own journey, knowledge, and wisdom, the book offers practical insights that can lead to significant and sustained personal and professional growth.”
Tom Meier
Director, The Center for Accelerated Learning (USA)
“Having worked with Poh Teck Lim during our time at Unilever, I have seen his passion for helping leaders and teams thrive through change and complexity. The Growth Shift is a thoughtful and practical guide for anyone seeking to build resilience and lead with greater intention.”
Larissa Murmann
VP Global Commercial People Function, Werfen (Spain)
“Leaders are often told to move faster, work harder, and do more. The Growth Shift offers a more human and effective alternative: a practical system for intentional growth and sustained performance without sacrificing the person in the process.”
Christoffer Erichsen
Founder & Chairman, Human Inc
“Poh Teck Lim is a coach who guides with compassion. The Growth Shift is a valuable guide for anyone seeking to become a high-performance, high-care leader. Drawing on his extensive coaching and professional experience, Teck Lim provides practical insights that are both relevant and actionable.”
Aseem Puri
CEO, Unilever Thailand FMCG AI Pioneer and Author of 10X Productive
“I have known Poh since our days on the regional learning team at BASF in Singapore, and the same qualities that made him a valued colleague are woven throughout this book. The Growth Shift makes a compelling case that effort is not what holds capable people back. How they think is. What I value most is that the Hexcellence™ Growth System is structural, not motivational. It gives readers a way of thinking they can return to long after the last page.”
Chutchapol Youngwiriyakul
Founder & Managing Director
People Matters (Thailand)
“Many books inspire reflection. Far fewer help readers consistently apply what they learn. The Growth Shift stands out by bridging the gap between insight and implementation. Poh Teck Lim provides a structured approach that enables readers to translate new thinking into meaningful habits and lasting results.”
Melanie Martinelli
CEO & Owner, Institute for Transfer Effectiveness
Founder, Going Beyond Training (Switzerland)
“For wisdom, read Proverbs. For growth, read Teck Lim’s The Growth Shift. It is a powerful book that transforms the way you think, act, and grow, shaping you from the inside out to become the person you were meant to be.”
Rev. David Goh
Gifts of Hope Sanctuary Church, KL (Malaysia)