Nguyen "Tom" Griggs

Guiding you to Find Your Inner Black Belt

Travels from Houston TX, USA

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Speaks on:

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Resilience

Teamwork

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Tom electrifies audiences with his "fun, engaging, and interactive" presentations that transform leadership concepts into practical action. He skillfully blends martial arts wisdom, educational insights, and real-life scenarios to deliver sessions that participants consistently describe as "relevant and insightful." His high-energy approach captivates emerging leaders, TRIO staff, and students alike, leaving them feeling "inspired" and equipped with memorable tools for team development and conflict resolution. Attendees depart with actionable strategies for enhancing team dynamics, de-escalating volatile situations, and motivating both staff and students effectively. Tom's distinctive style prompts meaningful self-reflection while delivering practical knowledge that resonates with diverse audiences, sparking immediate implementation of positive changes. His unique focus on authentic leadership challenges has generated enthusiastic interest from programs like McNair Scholars, with organizations repeatedly requesting his return to their campuses.

Key Audience Outcomes

Participants gained valuable tools and knowledge applicable to both men and women.
Attendees learned practical strategies for de-escalating volatile situations.
Attendees acquired actionable items to enhance team dynamics and improve hiring practices.
Attendees discovered innovative methods to engage teams and foster effectiveness.
Attendees gained insights into motivating staff and students.

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Nguyen "Tom"'s Bio

I was born to parents who both dealt with unbelievable hardships of segregation and escaping the Vietnam war. But together, they became successful entrepreneurs in some of Houston's roughest neighborhoods. I quickly learned the value of hard work combined with creative problem solving but I endured bullying and feelings of not "fitting in." Later, I found martial arts, education and taking a real interest in other people became a source of healing and growth. The "healing" process allowed me develop what I call the EEEC Model for Clients which means that audiences need to be Engaged, Educated, Empowered and then they're open to Change. Martial arts helps me to get clients physically active while I impart lessons through physical means. It's truly an honor when someone tells me that a word, a moment or an activity in our session created an insight for change in their lives. My current work focuses on Resilient Leaders/Teams, Creative Problem Solving and Black Belt Excellence.

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Nguyen "Tom" Offers the Following Talks

Conflict ResolutionCommunication

Black Belt Tips for Working with Difficult and Challenging People

Conflict de-escalation isn't always easy but it's worth it
Responding and not reacting to stress is a better approach
Empathy and relating to others can create healthier outcomes

ResilienceTeamwork

Black Belt Mind, White Belt Spirit: Creating Resilient and Successful Teams

Improved team communications, person-job fit identification and morale
Enhanced team dynamics related to problem solving and cooperation.
Increased understanding of team member roles, expectations, and duties
Enriched sense of team resilience and meeting team goals/outcomes

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