About
Meet Dr. Josephine PL ONG
R&D Education and Training Services was founded in 2009 when I recognized the need for greater career flexibility while juggling the responsibilities of being a full-time, hands-on mother. This was also the moment when I decided to pursue my dream of achieving both success and significance in life.
After experiencing the heart-wrenching loss of my beloved twin son, Dylan, and facing a breast cancer scare, I realized the urgency of leaving a meaningful legacy, not only for my surviving twin son, Ryan, but also for those around me. These life-changing events shifted my focus towards inspiring and helping others.
Using practical and structured strategies, including sharing real-life success stories of ordinary individuals, I strive to empower people to view themselves positively, building upon their unique strengths and capabilities while managing the challenges that life presents at different stages.
While I can't predict the future, I am filled with hope that my journey will ultimately have a happy ending. I am committed to making every moment count and to inspiring positive changes in the lives of others. I invite you to let me assist you in rewriting your life story today.
Newspaper features:
More help for cancer survivors in Singapore returning to work and facing anxiety, discrimination | The Straits Times
Our Services
Coaching
We believe coaching is about unlocking potential, building self-awareness, and enabling individuals to take purposeful action. Our solution-focused coaching conversations help leaders, professionals, and individuals navigate challenges, strengthen resilience, and achieve their personal and professional goals. Through customised coaching frameworks, we create space for growth, reflection, and clarity that translates into lasting impact.
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Leading with Meaning – Executive coaching for leaders to build presence, confidence, and impact.
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SOAR Career Coaching – Helping professionals discover strengths, map career pathways, and achieve goals.
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RISE and Shine – Personal empowerment coaching for resilience and confidence.
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Communicating Successfully in the Workplace – Coaching on reducing defensiveness and building growth-mindset communication.
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Strategic Communications Mastery for Leaders – Coaching-driven development for advanced leadership communication.
Facilitating
Our facilitation creates safe, engaging, and collaborative spaces where individuals, teams, and communities come together to reflect, share, and co-create. Using human-centric and solution-focused approaches, we help groups align on goals, strengthen trust, and build strategies that work in the real world. Whether in workplaces, schools, or communities, our facilitation empowers participants to connect meaningfully and take actionable steps forward.
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Board Pulse Health Check – Facilitating alignment and action planning for boards and leadership teams.
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Team Coaching for Organisational Excellence – Building trust, culture, and collaboration within teams.
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BEST WOW Experience (Train-the-Trainer) – Facilitating trainers’ growth in engaging today’s learners.
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GEMS: Grooming, Etiquette, Manners, and Social Skills – Interactive facilitation for confidence and social success.
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HIP to be SQUARE – Facilitated conversations on Hope, Impact, Possibilities, and building strong communities.
Mentoring
Mentoring at R&D Education and Training Services blends wisdom, experience, and support to guide individuals through different stages of life and career. We connect professionals, youths, and community members with mentors who provide encouragement, direction, and practical insights. Our mentoring programmes nurture confidence, career readiness, and a sense of purpose while building supportive relationships that last beyond the sessions.
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CLEAR Youth Coaching and Mentoring – Supporting young people in Careers, Leadership, Empowerment, Academics, and Relationships.
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From the Classroom to the Boardroom – Guiding youths in transitioning confidently into the workforce.
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Ready-Set-Shine – Mentoring young mothers to balance life roles and rediscover their strengths.
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NextGen Leaders – Preparing students and young adults for leadership in action.
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Horizons of Hope – Mentoring those facing grief, illness, and loneliness to renew hope and strength.
What Makes Us Different
Human-Centric Approach with AI-Enhanced Learning
Authentic, Inspiring & Relevant (AIR)
Transformative & Sustainable Impact
Guiding Values of Care, Kindness & Respect
Who We Work With
We partner with businesses, boards, and institutions to design and deliver training, executive coaching, and leadership development programmes that strengthen teams, align goals, and drive performance.
Corporations & Organisations
We collaborate with schools, polytechnics, and universities to co-create curriculum, workshops, and mentoring initiatives that empower students, educators, and leaders to thrive in learning and beyond.
Schools & Educational Institutions
We support personal growth through coaching, mentoring, and life-skills programmes that build resilience, confidence, and stronger connections at home and in society.
Individuals, Families & Communities