Amy Lau
Entrepreneur • Advisor • Best Selling Author • TEDx Speaker • Investor
About Amy
Amy Lau’s journey began with a life changing move from China to Hong Kong and eventually to the U.S., driven by her family's pursuit of a brighter future. Overcoming barriers as a first-generation immigrant, Amy quickly mastered English to aid her parents and even negotiated on their behalf.
Attending the University of Washington laid the foundation for a successful sales and consulting career working with IBM, Oracle, Microsoft, Cisco, Salesforce, The Gartner Group, and startups – where she exceeded $100 million in revenues, winning her multiple prestigious awards.
Guided by a values-based approach, Amy seeks to sincerely understand her clients' visions and challenges. She has an innate ability to establish profound human connections and cultivate lasting relationships. Her multidimensional expertise, blending Business Administration and Literary Fiction degrees, enables her to craft compelling narratives resonating with entire organizations. She now advises business owners how to scale and sustain growth while navigating fast-paced and competitive landscapes.
Amy's collaborative philosophy centers on mutually uplifting partnerships where everyone thrives. She sees her clients' successes as her own, as their growth fuels her purpose. Amy evaluates potential collaborations on an ethic of shared success to create enduring bonds backed by her solid reputation. In Consulting engagements, Amy adheres to excellence, empathy, and commitment.
Together with her business partner and husband, The Wau Factor utilizes a holistic, well-rounded approach to advise their clients in Sales, Finance, and Operational strategies, including Go-To-Market, scaling, exit or turnaround.
THE WAU FACTOR
Elevating Innovation, Sales and Financial Mastery
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Sales as Your Business Lifeblood: Strategies and Pitfalls
Uncover why sales is the lifeblood of any business and how a lack of focus in this area can lead to stagnation or failure. Learn actionable strategies for sales success.
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Innovation in the Age of Agility: How to Pivot Without Falling
As "CEO Whisperers," we help cultivate how and when to pivot, bringing your vision to life.
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Financial Prudence vs. Financial Paralysis: Striking the Balance
Explore the fine line between financial prudence and paralysis. Learn how to balance risk and investment to fuel growth without jeopardizing stability.
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Enabling Companies for Future Growth
We are constantly working to improve our offerings and expand upon our capabilities. Ready to experience the future? Get in touch.
Speaking Engagements
TEDx, Wilmington, DE, April 27, 2024
Embrace Your Inner Unicorn (How Unicorns Teacdh Us to be Ourselves)
How a Unicorn Transformed My Vulnerability Into Authentic Growth and Prosperity. Amy spoke about how we embark on an adventure to embrace our vulnerabilities and transform them into the gateway for our authenticity and confidence. Are you ready to believe in the Magic of your uniqueness?​
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Journey To TEDx Wilmington Interviewed by Tia Cristy "Tips from Tia" April 27, 2024
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The Intersection of Science, Miracles, and Energy Healing - Jeffrey Allen & Dr. Larry Farwell are RightOffTrack
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ANIMA Grand Opening Speech, Beverly Hills, CA, February 22, 2024
"Creating Sustainable Community Investments to End the Epidemic of Loneliness"
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Right Off Track Podcast - interviewed by Anya Smith May 20, 2024
Secrets of Immigrant Entrepreneurs: Turning Challenges into Success | EP 80 | Amy Lau & Anya Smith
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Generate Your Value Podcast - interviewed by Andy McDowell May 10, 2024
Understanding Value Creation
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GANE, Ontario Convention Center, CA, Nov 3, 2023
Scaling and Growing Your Business
GANE = Growth Accelerated Network Event in Ontario, California, at the Convention Center. The event was tailored for start-ups, small business owners, and entrepreneurs.
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Extraordinary America Podcast - interviewed by Cosmos Dar​ Sept 28, 2023
Chinese Immigrant and Overcoming Barriers with Amy Lau
TEDx Wilmington
How Unicorns Teach Us to be Ourselves
M.A.G.I.C. Formula: How a Unicorn Transformed My Vulnerability Into Authentic Growth and Prosperity. Amy spoke about how we embark on an adventure to embrace our vulnerabilities and transform them into the gateway for our authenticity and confidence. Are you ready to believe in the Magic of your uniqueness?
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Amy currently serves on the board of Igniting Delaware's Edutainment Association, I.D.E.A., 501C.
New eBook Release
How to Scale and Grow Your Business: The Sales Perspective
Have you ever watched a 3-legged race? Scaling a company requires alignment, collaboration, and synergy - just like runners with their legs tied. Download my eBook to learn insider tips to scale, grow, and sell your business.
Testimonials
"Amy is an incredible visionary with major follow-through. She is a get-it-done gal... and I look forward to doing many collaborations with her in the future... I couldn't recommend her enough. If you have a chance to do business with her, definitely take advantage of it."
Podcasts
Sales Secrets: Building Trust, Not Pushing Products with Amy Lau, Ep. 256
Your business cannot survive without a consistent flow of sales. Yet it can be one of the most frustrating parts of a business. Whether you are doing sales yourself or have a sales team, this episode dives deep into the world of sales
Questions For The Media
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How did moving from China and Hong Kong to the U.S. help you to overcome barriers as a first-generation immigrant and contribute to your resourcefulness and resilience?
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How do you navigate wealth management towards sustainable impact?
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As a successful Entrepreneur, what unique skills are needed to build a business from the ground up?
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As an individual’s wealth grows, how do you manage the complexity effectively?
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What has been your transformative journey towards elevated financial knowledge to maximize the impact of wealth?
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Where have you seen breakthrough innovation deliver at scale and pace?
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What new partnerships and approaches could improve outcomes?
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What is your 3-legged approach to creating your dreams and transforming ideas into solutions with a roadmap to success?
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Why is sales the lifeblood of any business?
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How do you balance the fine line between financial prudence and paralysis?
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What is the balance between risk and investment to fuel growth for your business without jeopardizing stability?
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Do you have any words of advice for our audience who are out there feeling inspired by your story?
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If somebody wants to learn more about you or wants to follow your success, where can they get more info?
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With all of the success, what's next for Amy Lau?
Publications
Approaching the Red Circle Carpet
Approaching the Red Circle Carpet invites readers into the captivating world of TED through a collection of personal journeys written by a compilation of brilliant authors. The collected works unveil the stories of individuals who have graced the illustrious red carpet or are about to soon stand on the precipice of this global stage. Each narrative within this anthology offers a unique perspective on the remarkable journey toward becoming a TEDx speaker. Authors generously share the intricacies of the selection process, shedding light on the rigorous and competitive journey. These tales are not mere accounts of success but intimate glimpses into the challenges, triumphs, and serendipitous moments that propelled these individuals onto the TED platform.