Dr. Gary Goh

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Dr. Gary Goh
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Born
Boon Ho Gary Goh

(1962-11-26) November 26, 1962 (age 61)
Singapore
NationalityAustralian
CitizenshipAustralia
Alma mater
  • Victoria University
  • University of Dubuque
  • City and Guilds of London Institute
  • Singapore Polytechnic
Occupation
Spouse(s)Jasmine Koh
Websitegarygoh.com.au

Dr. Gary Goh (born November 26, 1962) is an Australian author, educator, and entrepreneur. Throughout his career, Dr. Goh has developed education and training programs in Australia and Singapore. Dr. Goh is a prolific author, having penned 14 books on business and motivational skills.[1][2][3][4]

Various universities worldwide, including SABI University, South-West State University, and California International Business University, have honored him with honorary professorships and Emeritus titles. In 2002, he was appointed as a Justice of the Peace of Queensland, Australia, by the Department of Justice and Attorney General.[5][6]

Early life and education

Dr. Goh was born on November 26, 1962, in Singapore. Following his father's sudden passing due to illness, Dr. Goh faced early challenges in his life. He attended Rangoon Road Secondary School and completed his Cambridge General Certificate of Education.

Dr. Goh graduated with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Singapore Polytechnic and a Full Technological Certificate in Electrical Engineering from the City and Guilds of London Institute, U.K., in 1983. Continuing his studies in the United States, Dr. Goh obtained a Master of Business Administration from the University of Dubuque, Iowa, in 1990. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Management from Victoria University in 2014 and completed his Doctor in Business Administration in 2002.

Career

Dr. Goh started his career in 1985 and has since amassed extensive experience working across diverse industries in Australia and Singapore, including accounting, aviation, construction, defense, engineering, healthcare, hospitality, vocational and educational training, higher education, legal, police, security, telecommunications, transport and logistics, and various Australian government departments.[7] Notable companies include M1 Limited, CWT Group of Companies, MAE Engineering Limited, and National University Hospital Limited.[8]

The Department of Justice and Attorney General, Queensland Government, Australia, appointed Dr. Goh as Justice of the Peace in December 2002.[9][10]

From 2007 to 2019, Dr. Goh held various leadership positions and served on the board of several organizations, including Australian Corporate Consultants, Australian Certificated Auditors Agency, Australian Quality Training Consultants Pty Ltd, Australian Institute of Certified Practicing Trainers Ltd, Australian Institute of Trainers and Assessors, Certified Management Consultants Pty Ltd, National Institute of Australia Pty Ltd, Australian LifeSkills College, Institute of Mindfulness, and Study Tour International.[11][12][13]

Goh is known for developing innovative learning programs such as the Australian LifeSkills program, Create a Successful Life program, Discovering Your True Self program, Happiness@Work program, Mind Power program, Mindfulness Communication, Positive Thinking program, and Employability Skills program.[14][15][16]

In 2013, Dr. Goh joined the Marr Mooditj Training Aboriginal Corporation in Western Australia to improve the quality of education and training for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in remote communities.[17] His efforts led to the organization winning the National Australian Training Awards and the Western Australia Small Training Provider of the Year awards.[18][19]

Since 2015, Dr. Goh has been developing programs to support at-risk learners at The Federation of Western Australian Police and Community Youth Centres, Inc.[20][21][22]

Dr. Goh is an acclaimed author. His debut publication, "Applied MBA Management by Application," was published by Dorrance Publishing Company in 2007. Since then, he has published 14 books on motivational skills, business, and personal development.[23][24]

Bibliography

  • Applied MBA Management by Application (2007)[25][26]
  • Life Lessons (2017)
  • Business Mantra (2018)
  • Mind Power: Unlock the Power of the Human Mind (2018)
  • Live a Life (2018)
  • Health, Wealth and Happiness (2018)
  • Fit for Life (2020)
  • Success for Life (2020)
  • MBA Express (2020)
  • Awakening the Mind (2020)
  • Laughter Cures (2020)
  • Moral Short Stories (2020)
  • Life in a Nutshell (2020)
  • Close Encounter In The Corporate World (2023)

Awards and recognitions

  • In 2012, the Australian Institute of Certified Practising Trainers awarded Dr. Goh an honorary fellowship.
  • In 2014, he received an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degree from California International Business University.
  • In 2015, Dr. Goh received an Honorary Doctor of Education degree from South-West State University.
  • In 2016, SABI University in France credited Dr. Goh with an honorary professorship and the title Emeritus.

Personal life

Dr. Goh resides in Perth, Western Australia, with his wife, Jasmine Koh, whom he married on September 1, 1995. The couple relocated to Australia in May 2000.

Gallery

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References

  1. ↑ "Emeritus Professor Gary Goh: books, biography, latest update". Amazon.com.au. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  2. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh Talks About His Teaching Philosophy as an Author, Educator & Entrepreneur in the Education and Training Industry". Benzinga. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  3. ↑ "PressReader.com - Digital Newspaper & Magazine Subscriptions". www.pressreader.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  4. ↑ "Opinion: Practical Tips to Keep Your Employees Motivated". www.theeducatoronline.com. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  5. ↑ "How to engage the seven types of learners". www.theeducatoronline.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  6. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh Talks About His Teaching Philosophy as an Author, Educator & Entrepreneur in the Education and Training Industry – US Share Markets". news.ussharemarkets.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  7. ↑ "Gary Goh talks about his journey from Singapore to Australia to become a leading entrepreneur and author – The First Dispatch". news.thefirstdispatch.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  8. ↑ "Ten tips for effective communication". www.theeducatoronline.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  9. ↑ "Eight training and development practice tips". www.theeducatoronline.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  10. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh Talks About His Teaching Philosophy as an Author, Educator & Entrepreneur in the Education and Training Industry – Faridabad Online Journal". www.faridabadonlinejournal.in. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  11. ↑ "Gary Goh talks about his journey from Singapore to Australia to become a leading entrepreneur and author | ABNewswire". www.abnewswire.com. 2 July 2019. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  12. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh shares his experience and honorary recognition as an author, lifeskills motivational speaker and entrepreneur – The Northern Express". www.thenorthernexpress.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  13. ↑ "Opinion: 10 tips for a successful lifestyle". www.theeducatoronline.com. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  14. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh shares his experience and honorary recognition as an author, lifeskills motivational speaker and entrepreneur | ABNewswire". www.abnewswire.com. 19 August 2019. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  15. ↑ "Gary Goh talks about his journey from Singapore to Australia to become a leading entrepreneur and author – US Share Markets". news.ussharemarkets.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  16. ↑ "TheEducatorAU". x.com. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  17. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh Talks About His Teaching Philosophy as an Author, Educator & Entrepreneur in the Education and Training Industry – World Share Market Live". news.worldsharemarketlive.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  18. ↑ "Emeritus Professor Gary Goh Shares His Views on Life-Skills Education and Training for Individuals". EIN News. 27 August 2019. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  19. ↑ "Emeritus-professor-gary-goh-explains-how-educators-can-use-a-participants". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  20. ↑ "Emeritus Professor Gary Goh Shares His Views on Life-Skills Education and Training for Individuals". www.einpresswire.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  21. ↑ "Gary Goh talks about his journey from Singapore to Australia to become a leading entrepreneur and author – Pannysylvania Magazine". www.pennsylvania-magazine.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  22. ↑ Goh, Emeritus Professor Gary (22 August 2019). "Tips for a meaningful life | New Straits Times". NST Online. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  23. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh Talks About His Teaching Philosophy as an Author, Educator & Entrepreneur in the Education and Training Industry – World Share Market Live". news.worldsharemarketlive.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  24. ↑ "Professor Gary Goh shares his experience and honorary recognition as an author, lifeskills motivational speaker and entrepreneur – Austin Online". news.austin-online.com. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
  25. ↑ "Applied MBA Boon Gary Goh". amazon.co.uk. Retrieved 2 July 2024.
  26. ↑ "Applied MBA Emeritus Professor Gary". amazon.com. Retrieved 2 July 2024.

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