Marketplace Influencer : Insights on Workplace Excellence
Tommy Shane Ng, a Workplace Excellence Advocate, hosts this podcast focusing on building collaborative and excellent workplaces. He shares insights from his corporate training experience, which has been featured in various media outlets like Philstar, Moneysense Magazine, and TV5. Ng also hosts TV segments and is a certified TESOL instructor and Digital Marketing Associate.
Episodes
Hard Launch : Toronto Raptors After Reaching Playoffs Again
12-28 : It is a step to progress. What should be their next move?
View on FC Machida Zelvia
12-27 : An inspirational run made by a team that started from youth. What can we learn?
View on San Antonio Spurs (Draft Picks)
12-26 : When the rebuild went right with draft picks, how far can they go?
View on Charlotte Hornets Progress in 2026
12-25 : Just because they did not make it to the playoffs, do we undermine their progress?
View on Giannis Situation
12-24 : While many commentators and analysts have their takes on this issue, I have a different opinion based on the image of the organization.
View on Priority: League Title or Champions League?
12-23 : What if your organization faces a critical path where the resources become a major hit?
View on Vietnam's Vinfast Move!
12-22 : Our neighboring country made a timely bold move. What can we see?
View on Some Battles that You Need to Lose
12-21 : Whether NBA or Association Football, there are some games that you would be willing to lose for a higher objective.
View on Mac McClung
12-20 : One of the NBA Legends Shaq believes he deserve to be in NBA. What can we learn from his G-League accomplishment?
View on Yuki Kawamura
12-19 : He turned down comfort zone to go global? What can we learn from him?
View on Second Place via Football League
12-18 : With the recent development from Philippines Football League, what strategies can we learn?
View on Honda FC
12-17 : A well-known brand, but an unknown team. What makes it special?
View on Stephon Castle
12-16 : Coming from an NBA Draft with no consensus No. 1 Pick. What can we learn from his journey?
View on Dyson Daniels
12-15 : Winning is not about stars. It is about having the right complimentary personnels to achieve the goal of the organization.
Personal Take on Watching Bangkok F.C. Live
12-14 : It is my first live game. Why is Football a Business?
Which Asian Football Club to Follow?
12-13 : We all have preference based on our experiences. Let me explain why this is my personal pick...
Potential S.audi P.ro L.eague Direction?
12-12 : What if CR7 leaves or retires? What will be the next step?
NBA Trend : F.L.I.P.
12-11 : A term coined by Brian Windhorst. Why is it ideal for business direction?
What NBA Team to Work On?
12-10 : We will always choose the ideal or perfect situation. But in any organization, you have to face reality to work on. If I were given a choice, I would choose this team...
Where Do You Position H.arry K.ane?
12-9 : He just reached 500 goals recently after I made this recording. What's next for his business?
Best in Southeast Asia Football : Johor or Buriram?
12-8 : Football is global community. It can start within our neighbors. It can be the next best thing in Football.
Rewrite : NBA G.-L.eague Purpose
12-7 : It is an overlooked league. It has been looked down for years. What if you increase its value for a better purpose?
Rewrite : R.obert L.ewandowski Rebranding
12-6 : Where is he headed? What can he still bring to an organization? How can be relevant?
Rewrite : L.amine Y.amal's Career
12-5 : He is being compared to the greats this early. But it will take 2 decades to see the results. What can you do if you are him?
Rewrite : M.bappe vs. H.aaland Brand Rivalry
12-4 : The rivalry is nowhere near the predecessors. What can be worked on so it won't be overshadowed?
Rewrite : J1 League as the Next Landing Spot for Football Legends
12-3 : Japan is the top Asian Football country. Can it be the next destination for Football Legends?
Rewrite : Wemby Can Save NBA?
12-2 : Can there be the right face of NBA? Can he standout among the stars?
Rewrite : Lebron's Legacy
12-1 : What if the unplanned retirement happens for Lebron? Is that the ending you want to be remembered for?
Takeaways : I.nter M.iami CF is more than just Messi
2025-52 : It took 2 seasons for them to win the available trophies. What made it as an organization?
Takeaways : Ou.smane D.embele as 2025 Ballon d'Or Winner
2025-51 : Was it a surprise? Is it a feel-good underdog story?
Working It Out with W.ashington W.izards
2025-50 : Nothing much has been its legacy. But as an organization, what direction should it take?
Understanding U.tah J.azz
2025-49 : What choices can this organization do to make it marketable?
Total Revamp Working for T.oronto R.aptors?
2025-48 : Was their recent trades the right decision to be made? How does it fit in this season?
S.purring S.an A.ntonio S.purs
2025-47 : Wemby? Castle? Harper? Seems like key people falling into place of their rebuilding.
S.acramento K.ings on Reset Mode
2025-46 : Shifting to new leaders. Where is it headed?
New T.rail B.lazing for Portland
2025-45 : Reunion? Restart? Compete now? Decisions are critically decided.
Resetting P.hoenix S.uns
2025-44 : They tried many moves to create a contender. What can we learn from it?
Positioning P.hiladelphia 76ers
2025-43 : Did the process work? Or should they restart?
Can it be magical for O.rlando M.agic?
2025-42 : As an organization, where do they stand? Did they make the right changes?
After Winning a Title for OK.C. Thunders...
2025-41 : After winning one, what's next for them? What future plans or moves should they make?
MLS Career Move : T.homas M.uller in Vancouver
2025-40 : A football legend choosing to go to Vancouver. What does it imply?
MLS Career Move : S.On. Heung-min to LAFC
2025-39 : It was not his first choice. He could have gone elsewhere. What would this mean?
Next Target for N.ew Y.ork K.nicks?
2025-38 : In a fans perspective, it may seem to be lagging behind. But in an organizational perspective, it is headed on a winning direction. What are the key takeaways?
Newness of N.ew O.rlean P.elicans
2025-37 : Stick with Zion or reset button? Getting the organization going requires to bring in the righ people, not just one. What should they do next?
Making Talent Fit at M.innesota T.imberwolves
2025-36 : There were changes in personnel each year. Does it make them a better organization?
Assessing the M.ilwaukee B.ucks Situation
2025-35 : After winning 1 title, does it mean that it is enough? Is it a success or failure? What is the next step for them?
The Culture of M.I.ami Heat
2025-34 : They say it's the Heat Culture. Is it a philosophy or an environment?
Understanding M.emphis G.rizzlies
2025-33 : A young organization but requires some changes. How do you decide for an organization of young people?
What's the Future with LA L.akers?
2025-32 : With Luka on board, what now? How do organizations transition to its future?
Where Should LA. Clippers Position Themselves?
2025-31 : Is it worth comparing to another team? How do they position themselves in a more winnable route?
Momentum for In.diana Pac.ers
2025-30 : It was a long patient process of building a Finals Contender. What did they do right as an organization?
HR Decisions for H.ouston R.ockets
2025-29 : Is it really necessary to make immediate changes after a couple seasons? What kind of people needed for this organization?
G.S.W. Backward or Forward?
2025-28 : Still continuing dynasty or start fresh. Every organization faces the choice between the glory of the past or building on the future.
If Pas.I.G. City is a Sports Team
2025-27 : What I am blessed with our city is it has the deepest leadership team that you can follow. What makes it worth sharing?
D.etroit P.istons Part 2 : What New Legacy?
2025-26 : As a part 2, what should be their choice of winnable road in the short-term?
Off-Season Plans for D.enver N.uggets?
2025-25 : After becoming champions in 2023, it hasn't been the same since then. With changes in salary cap rules, what can they do now?
New Era D.allas M.avericks
2025-24 : They made a major decision that shifts their plans. It won't be the same as the recent years. But will be next for them?
Can C.leveland be a C.ontender?
2025-23 : Even without winning a title, what changes did they make for their significant improvement?
Where to, C.hicago B.ulls?
2025-22 : It is still known for Michael Jordan glorious days, but hasn't been successful since then. What can they practically do with their current situation?
Post-MJ C.harlotte H.ornets
2025-21 : Can you make an impact after a major change? How do you work around with what you have?
Next Stop for B.rooklyn N.ets
2025-20 : The lesser-talked-about New York team. They tried all-in, but taking a reset button now. What should be next for them?
B.oston C.eltics for 2nd Title
2025-19 : Can they do it again? What advantage do they have?
What's with A.tlanta H.awks?
2025-18 : Every organization will likely go through changes and adjustments so it can compete with the rests. What changes or adjustments did Atlanta Hawks went through to stay competitive in NBA?
Rethink N.B.A. What Ifs
2025-17 : Just what if a different decision was made; will it be better? Some decisions we can learn from.
For SMEs, learn from Detroit P.I.S.T.ons!
2025-16 : Finally, a winning season after seasons of being in the bottom. What steps did they take to turn things around?
How to F.I.T. NBA Competition
2025-15 : When fhe market demand declines, it should be a good reason to ezperiment things to win a new market. What can be the steps to it?
What can NBA All-Star S.N.U.B.s do?
2025-14 : Not all stars of team make it to the NBA All-Stars. It doesn't make the player any less of they don't make it. But if it matters, what can they work on?
Going Haa-L.A.N.D.
2025-13 : A major decision made for long-term by Man City FC. It makes sense based on previous seasons and projections. What can organizations learn do for long-term based on projections?
M.B.A.ppe in an Alternate Timeline
2025-12 : In an imaginative world of "what ifs", did he make a good decision? What cpuld we have done if it is us who made the decision? What can be our options?
C.R.7. for 1000 Goals?
2025-11 : It is close to possibility. How can his brand be a lasting legacy? What are his options to reach it?
How to A.void Empty Stats
2025-10 : We get to hear about NBA players stuffing the game sheet? Does their stats really count for their team? Does our contribution have a net positive effect in our organization?
What if G.S.W. doesn't win another NBA Title with Steph Curry
2025-9 : What if? What can they do? Where do they head from here? Maybe organizations can learn a thing or two...
Age of Storytelling Using N.B.A.
2025-8 : We like stories especially if it inspires or relates to us. It makes the brand relevant. What can we see with NBA for us to learn from?
Making Possible Impact by Non-A.L.L.-Stars in NBA
2025-7 : There are many very good players who are not selected for NBA All-Stars. But it does not mean they are any less. It's a matter of finding value and significance despite not being selected.
If O.K.C. becomes NBA Champs this Season
2025-6 : Is there room for something new? If Oklahoma Thunders wins the NBA title this season, what will it mean?
Working Around NBA S.M.A.L.L. Market Teams
2025-5 : Not every team in NBA is as big as LA Lakers, Golden State Warriors or New York Knicks. Not all corporations are big; many are Small and Medium Enterprises. What can small market teams can do to stay competitive?
Tanking in N.B.A. to get a No. 1 Pick in the Next Draft
2025-4 : Is it worth it? What's the chance of getting it? Does it make the game / brand attractive?
Ideas from R.odri as Ballon d'Or Winner
2025-3 : Some may not agree with the winner of the award is Rodri. But there is something about him winning that makes sense in careers and business. He symbolizes people that has solid bottomline effect. What can we draw from this?
Ideas from Westbrook's 200th NBA T.riple D.ouble
2025-2 : If you are not a fan or have a different preference, you may not like it. But what Russell Westbrook accomplished tells what business or career is all about.
Ideas from the NBA "IN"-Season Tournament
2025-1 : What can we draw from the 2 seasons of NBA In-Season Tournament? How can it improve? How does it apply to us?
