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👋 About Michael Lim
Hi, I’m Michael.
I’m a 5x award-winning solopreneur, marketing strategist, and experienced speaker passionate about the future of work.
After leaving my corporate career, I built a one-person business while traveling across Southeast Asia. Now, I help founders, creators, and professionals design careers they don’t need an escape from.
Over the past 5 years, I’ve worked with 100+ entrepreneurs, driven over $500K in client sales, and grown an audience of 100,000+ across Medium, LinkedIn, and Substack.
My talks blend storytelling, strategy, and sharp insights on:
The rise of solopreneurship.
Building personal leverage in the digital age.
Navigating career pivots with clarity and courage.
Creator economies in Asia's emerging markets.
The role and responsibility of Southeast Asia in the 21st century
Whether I’m on stage, on Zoom, or off-grid in Bali — I bring energy, empathy, and actionable takeaways that leave people thinking differently about how they work and live.
Let’s build a world where more people can say:
“I wake up excited to do what I do.”
“Michael is a considered and articulate speaker, dissecting complexity with ease. He delivers wisdom with humour, energy, and a magnetic ability to bring together a crowd. You’ll be hard pressed to find a speaker like Michael”
— Nathaniel Diong, CEO of Future Minds Network
Forbes 30 Under 30 | 2023 Commonwealth Young Person of the Year | Young Australian of the Year finalist.
My story…
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At 15, I was classified as a disengaged student.
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I forged my mum's signature and got two lip piercings
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In 2011, I was placed into alternative education called the NITOR Program.
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The NITOR program changed my life
In 2016, I graduated from the University of Melbourne alongside the two teachers who ran the program.
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In 2018, I wrote a 15,000 Honours on Australian Education Policy.
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At 21, I became the CEO of CHASE.
A local organisation helping kids who were like me in high school. We also won an award for our work!
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Then, I became a 5x Award-Winning Entrepreneur...
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Now, I get invited to speak on international stages every year.
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“Michael is one of the most engaging speakers and facilitators I’ve worked with. I can’t recommend him enough”
— Sakshi Thakur OAM
Co-Founder of Sewing the Seeds
What clients say…
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Gerry Higgins
“Michael was the perfect choice as MC for our event. He struck the right balance between professionalism and personality, keeping the day running smoothly while bringing warmth and energy to the room. He made speakers feel at ease, kept the audience engaged, and handled last-minute changes effortlessly. We had great feedback from our guests, and I’d gladly work with him again.”
Founder & Managing Director @ SEWF.
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Aun Ngo
“We approached Michael to be the MC and facilitator of our annual Future Founders event at the State Library of Victoria in 2022. He brought energy, composure, and a lot of fun to the event. Many participants and speakers gave positive feedback on how smoothly Michael MC’d and facilitated a full day of speakers, workshops, and side events. He kept the 100+ crowd entertained and informed the entire time.”
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Azima Dhanjee
"I had the pleasure of co-facilitating the Social Enterprise World Forum in Brisbane with Michael Lim. It was a big day. We had a packed agenda with speakers, panels, and a global audience of purpose-driven leaders. Michael brought a calm presence, humour, and just the right energy to keep things flowing. He knew when to step in, when to step back, and how to make everyone—from speakers to guests—feel seen and supported. If you're running an event that matters, he's exactly who you want beside you.”
Co-Founder & CEO @ ConnectHear
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Helen Harvey
“Michael brought warmth, professionalism, and flow to our event. He kept the energy high, the audience engaged, and transitioned seamlessly between expert speakers. A true pro with great presence and humour on stage.”
Director of Events @ SEWF
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Robert Daniele
“Michael just got the vibe we were going for. He kept it light, fun, and totally on-point. It felt like he was part of the team, not just the MC.”
Founder and CEO @ Changeamakers Lab
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Jasmine Nguyen
“You'll never lose focus with Michael Lim when he's in the room. He keeps the room focused, grounded, and moving forward.”
Ex-Mayor of Brimbank City Council
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Glenn Hodgkin
“I’ve seen Michael present from a small, intimate group to facilitating a worldwide discussion on social issues. He has the ability to keep the audience engaged throughout”
CEO @ Nadrasca & CAPE.
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Reana Cazar
“Michael is an exceptional speaker and facilitator. Thorough and funny. Michael keeps the room engaged with quick wit and insight, creating a space that’s both dynamic and deeply thoughtful. If you want smart conversations that keep you smiling and thinking, then Michael is the one to call.”
Senior Research Officer @ BSL
My speaking experience
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International Speaker
I’ve spoken at a range of events in Nepal 🇳🇵, Singapore 🇸🇬, Australia 🇦🇺, Netherlands 🇳🇱, Japan 🇯🇵, Malaysia 🇲🇾 (upcoming) and Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 (upcoming)
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100k+ Online Audience
I’m an online writer with over 90,000 Followers on Medium.com, 2k on Substack, 7k+ on LinkedIn, and 5.6k+ on my email list.
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25,000+ Attendees
I’m comfortable speaking in packed auditoriums and stages in front of thousands to intimate rooms of a couple of hundred.
Podcast Appearances
Future of Work
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How AI, Gen Z, and the creator economy are reshaping work as we know it. I unpack the next decade of work and how to stay relevant.
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30–60 min keynote + optional Q&A / workshop
This can be tailored to your event needs and requirements.
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Corporate teams, business leaders, future-focused educators, and HR leaders.
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Understand 3 megatrends shaping the workforce
Learn how to attract & retain next-gen talent
Actionable ideas to future-proof your organisation
Solopreneurship
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The solopreneur revolution is here. I share how high-performers can escape the 9–5, build one-person businesses, and get paid for their story.
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45 min keynote / panel + live AMA option.
This can be tailored to your event needs and requirements.
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Corporate professionals, creators, coaches, founders, and digital nomads.
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Clarity on monetizing skills & experience
Proven systems to go from idea to income
Motivation to take the first (or next) leap
Asia-Pacific
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Southeast Asia isn’t emerging. It’s leading. I break down the rise of the Asian decade. From Gen Z consumer trends to startup growth, digital innovation, and why global companies are turning East to scale.
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30 min talk or fireside chat + regional case studies.
This can be tailored to your event needs and requirements.
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Founders, VCs, international business leaders, and ecosystem builders.
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Understand local market dynamics across ASEAN
Learn go-to-market strategies that actually work in Asia
Discover frameworks for scaling regionally across borders
Insights into Gen Z values, digital habits, and rising sectors
My awards
“In the three years I’ve known Michael, we’ve collaborated on conferences and events across several countries such as Melbourne, Nepal, Singapore, Japan, and Sri Lanka (upcoming). I’ve heard him speak passionately about entrepreneurship and community building, and no matter the audience, his drive and energy are consistently contagious. Michael is fun, friendly, and refreshingly straightforward. Most importantly, he’s unapologetically himself, which allows him to connect meaningfully with people wherever he goes.”
Abby Moreno, CACCI Senior Officer
Star Weekly Coverage of my podcast!
Brimbank Young Citizen of the Year Award 2018
Winning WeAre Brimbank Awards 2018
Victorian Young Achievers Award 2023
Receiving the Faculty of Arts Rising Star Award 2023
Appointment Letter as Vice Chair of Young Entrepreneurs Group Asia-Pacific (YEGAP)
Featured on University of Melbourne Marketing Campaign
Meeting the President of Timor-Leste, Jose Ramos-Horta, with Peter McMullin AM
Youngest Ministerial Appointment to a Victorian Government Board
University of Melbourne Spotlight
Social Enterprise World Forum 2022
Young Entrepreneurs Group Asia Pacific 2022
Future Founders Event 2022
Victoria University Open Day 2022
Social Enterprise World Forum 2023
Singapore CACCI Conference 2024
Japan Youth Entrepreneur Group 2025
My speaking philosophy…
I’m not here to sell hype or hustle.
I speak from lived experience.
I’m building a thriving one-person business while living across Southeast Asia.
I left a traditional corporate path and built a life on my own terms. Today, I help others do the same
I’m on a mission to empower audiences with actionable insights on solopreneurship and the future of work, drawn from firsthand experience as a digital nomad and entrepreneur."
What makes me different?
I bring an Asia-Pacific lens to global conversations on entrepreneurship.
I mix strategic frameworks with real stories and data.
I teach people how to build once and sell forever.
I show you how to create a business that fits your life, not the other way around.
If your audience is navigating change, looking for new paths, or ready to build something of their own, I’ll meet them where they are and show them what’s possible.
Ready to start?
Email me at michael@michaellim.co with the subject line “Speaking Opportunity”