Author Kim Yongnyeon
CEO of the Life Success Research
Kim Yongnyeon: CEO of the Life Success Research Institute
Expert in Self-Development, Leadership, Management, and Education
Kim Yongnyeon is an expert in self-development, leadership, management, and education. With extensive experience and deep insights, he helps individuals and organizations grow through lectures, counseling, and consulting. Having worked at Samsung for 30 years, he gained systematic experience in talent development and organizational management. Based on this, he has authored numerous books on various topics, spreading leadership and success strategies widely. Born on May 5, 1964, in South Korea, he continues to contribute to individual and organizational growth through lectures and writing, leveraging his long-term experience at Samsung.
During his tenure at Samsung, he was responsible for talent development, HR planning, business strategy, education, and global office operations, playing a crucial role in the growth of both the organization and its people. In particular, he led Samsung's global scholarship program for 20 years, supporting over 1,000 students in obtaining master's and doctoral degrees at prestigious universities worldwide. Through this experience, he developed a deep understanding of the importance of talent development and organizational management, emphasizing the creation of an environment where individuals can achieve continuous growth based on long-term vision and strategy. Beyond scholarship programs, he was involved in HR planning, business strategy formulation, and global office management, executing various strategies to ensure sustainable corporate growth in the global market. His experience helped him establish a structured approach to leadership and enhancing organizational competitiveness, going beyond mere talent cultivation.
Drawing from his extensive experience at Samsung, Kim Yongnyeon now delivers lectures, counseling, and consulting to help people achieve their dreams and build successful careers. His lectures and consulting services focus on personal growth, learning strategies, team management, leadership development, and organizational operations. He is known for providing not just theoretical knowledge but also practical advice and structured methodologies. His key topics include strategies for becoming a successful leader within an organization, effective communication techniques, continuous self-development, and how to become a competitive professional in the global market. He provides valuable insights to professionals, university students, business leaders, and aspiring executives. His philosophy is based on the belief that “success is not merely a result, but a process built through the right direction and continuous growth.” Through his lectures and books, he aims to guide people in finding their own paths and growing in an ever-changing environment.
Kim Yongnyeon has authored numerous books on self-development, leadership, management strategy, organizational operations, and Korean culture, both in South Korea and abroad. His publications are categorized into Korean and English editions, each catering to specific readerships by providing practical advice and insights. To date, he has published a total of 20 books, including notable works such as Letters for Growth, Life Guidebook, How to Be Happy, How to Work, How to Live, Job Interview Guide: Success Strategies from a Samsung Expert with 20 Years of Experience, Leadership for Managers, The President's Bible, The Very Simple Machiavelli’s The Prince, and The Very Simple Plato’s Republic.
Beyond South Korea, he has also published English-language books such as Success Wisdom and Mindfulness: 365 Insights for a Success Mindset, Mastering Job Interviews in Korea: How to Get Hired in Korea, and Father's Letters to His Daughter: Life Lessons for Growth, Success, and Happiness, inspiring global readers.
By applying the talent development philosophy he cultivated at Samsung and through global scholarship programs, Kim Yongnyeon strives to help more individuals achieve their goals and lead successful lives. His mission is to provide practical advice not only on leadership and organizational management but also on the values and directions of life for those seeking personal growth. Moving forward, he remains committed to guiding people in discovering their own paths and achieving continuous growth in a rapidly changing world.
