Linda Duong:

From War to Wonder

From a childhood shaped by war and poverty to becoming an international voice for transformation, Dr. Linda Tomai Duong’s story defies the odds. Her journey reveals how connection, courage, and belief can shape an extraordinary life.

Bio

Dr. Linda Tomai Duong is a #1 International Award-Winning Author, Multi-Award-Winning Speaker, and Transformational Coach. She is the Founder of Coachjable, 3Hearts, and Link Coaching — initiatives dedicated to empowering individuals to connect authentically, pursue their dreams, and create meaningful impact.

Born at the end of the Vietnam War, Dr. Linda grew up with minimal education and few resources, only ever seeing the world through black-and-white photos and television. When she migrated to Sydney, Australia, she did not know a word of English and had never seen a computer. Against incredible odds, she went on to achieve every single one of her childhood dreams — and continues to reach new heights.

Her bestselling book, Connection – The Currency to Happiness, has inspired readers around the world, with many of them going on to become published authors themselves. Through her coaching work, she has helped countless clients achieve personal and professional goals, and through her 3Hearts initiative, she has transformed lives globally, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr. Linda has been featured as a guest star in a documentary that has won 24 international awards. Her passion for service began early in life — from the age of five, she and her mother prayed together every evening at exactly 7:00 PM for world peace, a practice that continued throughout the hardships of the 30-year-long Vietnam War.

Today, through Coachjable, Dr. Linda is dedicated to making transformational coaching accessible to more people, helping them achieve their dreams just as she has achieved hers. Her life and work are driven by deep empathy, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference.

Topics

  • The power of dreams in overcoming adversity
  • Starting over in a new country with no language or resources
  • How childhood prayers for peace shaped a lifelong mission
  • Turning personal transformation into global service
  • Building resilience from war-torn beginnings
  • How connection became the currency to happiness
  • Helping others achieve their dreams through coaching
  • Lessons from becoming a multi-award-winning author and speaker
  • Creating impact through purpose-led initiatives like 3Hearts and Coachjable
  • How the immigrant experience can shape leadership and legacy

Guiding Questions

  • What do you remember most vividly about growing up during the Vietnam War?
  • What was it like arriving in Australia without knowing a word of English?
  • Can you share what kept you going when things felt impossible?
  • How did your childhood prayers for peace influence your path today?
  • What inspired you to write Connection – The Currency to Happiness?
  • How did you turn personal transformation into a movement that’s helped others globally?
  • What do you believe is the biggest obstacle people face in pursuing their dreams?
  • Tell us about the moment you realized you had achieved all your childhood dreams.
  • How do you help clients tap into their inner strength and clarity?
  • What legacy do you hope to leave through your coaching and storytelling work?

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