Eric Molin is a seasoned coach and trainer with over 20 years of experience. He joined Business Training Works in 2019 as a Europe-based facilitator. Originally from the United States, Eric lived in Austria for many years before relocating to the Czech Republic, where he continues to build on his diverse background. His expertise includes presentations, public speaking, sales, and cross-cultural communication. With a professional foundation in technology and HR consulting sales, Eric brings valuable business insights to his training sessions, enhancing their relevance and impact.
Over the years, Eric has worked with an impressive array of clients, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, NASA, Carrier, Trane, Toyota, Panasonic, Hannover Biomedical Research School, OPEC Fund, United Nations, Hilton Hotels, European Space Agency, and the World Bank.
As a high-energy facilitator, Eric thrives on professional challenges and is known for his enthusiastic and unconventional teaching style. His ability to combine persistence and creativity makes him especially effective when working with clients who need additional guidance. These qualities have made him a trusted resource for executives seeking immediate and measurable results. Eric is inspired by a guiding quote from Philip Rosenthal: “The one who has given up on being better has also given up on being good.”
Eric holds an MBA in General Management from Universität Donau Krems, which he earned in 2014. He also studied drama under Sanford Meisner, and he incorporates acting techniques into his sessions to make them engaging and memorable. Fluent in German and a native English speaker, Eric’s language skills support his work with global organizations.
I love teaching. After spending ten years in corporate America, I realized my greatest satisfaction came from training and teaching. I was born overseas in Taipei, Taiwan, into a family of traveling teachers, so being on the road and teaching feels natural to me.
I’ve been a public speaker for 20 years and have spent 11 of those teaching the skill. I’ve trained over 4,000 people, written a book, and delivered a TEDx talk on public speaking. Having lived in five countries and conducted business in 15 others, I bring a global perspective to cross-cultural projects. Additionally, my decade of experience in sales gives me firsthand knowledge of the challenges sales teams face and how to help them succeed.
Every trainer is unique, so direct comparisons can be tricky. What sets me apart is my focus on authenticity. I encourage participants to speak in their own voice rather than mimic mine. Many participants come to me after struggling with courses where they felt pressured to copy the trainer’s style. My goal is to help people find their voice and express themselves authentically.
When a client requests a workshop, I start by asking, “Why?” This question helps me understand their background, challenges, and the issues their participants are facing. Their answers shape the content and structure of the workshop from the outset.
I avoid projects where there is a clear misalignment between upper management’s expectations, middle management’s communication, and the actual needs of the participants. Without alignment, the training is unlikely to deliver meaningful results.
Despite spending more than 100 days a year traveling for work, I still love exploring new places in my free time. I have a passion for architecture, photography, and food—especially European variations of hamburgers. I also enjoy reading and staying active, having transitioned from foil fencing to hiking. Spending time with friends and family is important to me, though with loved ones spread across the globe, planning get-togethers often becomes a rewarding project in itself.