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TBP Podcast 82: Uncharted Success: How to Turn Your…

What if there were a way to transform your passion project into a thriving business empire? Yes, it’s possible! Today’s guest is living proof of that.

Meet Christian Gonzales, the founder and owner of Cusina Lucas and a former seafarer who transitioned into becoming one of Cebu’s prominent entrepreneurs. We’ve invited him to share his success story on how he established Cusina Lucas in the midst of a pandemic, and how it continues to thrive throughout Cebu City. Christian will also walk us through his business ideals and provide tips on initiating a successful business from the ground up.

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  • How did Christian enhance the potential of his catering business?
  • He transitioned from online selling to developing a full-fledged restaurant.
  • Are leaders born, or are they created?
  • Begin with your “why” and establish a purpose before constructing your business.
  • Location can significantly contribute to the success of your restaurant or any business.
  • Social media is integral to your business location, so invest in it.
  • The top three “S”s in business: self-awareness, start with what you have, and self-growth.

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TBP Podcast 81: Behind the Mics: Meet Our Hosts…

Curious about the remarkable hosts driving The Big Picture Philippines? Discover the stories of Mike and Dave before they venture into business, learn about their current endeavors, and explore their visions for both their business goals and the podcast. 

Christian Gonzales joins Mike and Dave for an exciting Q&A session. Delve into their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they share their unique stories. Michael Uy, the business-savvy owner of XOOOOM Autospa, shares his journey of building a car wash business from the ground up to support displaced workers. Dave Visaya, who transitioned from the nursing world to podcast production, reflects on his inspiring evolution since launching his podcast business–Podcast Engineers in 2013. Tune in to gain valuable insights from their experiences in today’s episode!

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  • How Mike trains his uneducated workers to provide utmost service to their customers.
  • Setting up your expectations and values before hiring your employees.
  • You have to have that “balance” in your business to create a great company culture.
  • How Dave landed into the podcasting world in 2013.
  • Why did Dave start his whole podcasting business?
  • Overcoming trial and error in the business world.
  • What is the vision of the big picture Philippines?

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TBP Podcast 80: Building Resilience and Partnerships: Leif Margallo’s…

Our episode today delves into the importance of grit and determination amid the trial and error of establishing a business. We feature Leif Brian Margallo, the owner and founder of Virtual Workforce Professionals (VWP), a top-rated online agency offering telemarketing, telesales, customer service, administrative support, and virtual assistance services worldwide. Leif founded VWP at the age of 24, and it has since evolved into one of the highest-rated hybrid BPO agencies in the Philippines.

Join us as Leif shares insights on building robust systems and establishing partnerships in the dynamic business landscape. Learn valuable strategies that will help navigate challenges and set you up for success!

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  • How does VWP help freelancers who struggle with their safety nets?
  • How did Leif start VWP and what is his hiring process?
  • Business is not only about the product but also about building up your systems.
  • On acquiring partnerships to manage your business.
  • The secret sauce to scaling a business is creating partnerships.
  • Leif’s advice to people who are getting started with their very own BPO company.

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TBP Podcast 79 : Empowering and Inspiring Others Through…

Our episode for today is an inspiring story of struggles, hard work, and success. In entrepreneurship, it is your passion and quick wit that will elevate yourself and your business. Our guest for today shares his rags-to-riches story and how his success has brought forth others that want to succeed in the business arena.

In this episode, we invited Rodel Revilla, a real estate broker and the CEO of Your Dream House Realty Services Inc. that was established back in 2017 together with licensed real estate brokers, with over one billion annual gross sales in real estate. He shares his inspiring journey and wonderful insight into business, real estate, and life in general.

Join us as we talk about establishing goals, building dreams, and making it big in the business world. If you want to learn how to elevate your business and set the proper goals then this episode is for you!

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  • Rodel talks about his inspiring rags-to-riches story and how this has pushed him to become a successful broker
  • To become financially abundant, you either have to be in business or sales. Rodel explains his passion for sales and learning to become a real estate broker from scratch.
  • Always calculate your goals. To track your progress and look back at what you have achieved.
  • Rodel wants to inspire others with his story – that made him create Your Dream House Realty Services Inc.
  • Your dreams are important and so is your will to pursue them. Rodel shares how envisioning his dreams has led him to a healthy and wealthy life.

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TBP Podcast 78 : The secret to creating, registering,…

Not everyone is born an entrepreneur. You must be willing to learn the ropes and learn from your mistakes. Business is way more complicated than it seems to be. Motivation isn’t the only thing to take note of when starting a business- you also need good back-office support. A business will not run by itself; oiling the gears and keeping it alive is your task as a business owner.

We invited Nicole Orcullo, Co-founder of Orcullo Business Consultancy, to talk about her entrepreneurial journey and how this has led her to become a successful serial CEO.

Starting from side hustles in her college days, Nicole has always been passionate about entrepreneurship. As an experienced consultant, she walks us through the steps in order to make your business official. She also emphasizes the importance of thinking two steps ahead in business and hiring the right people to handle your back-office.

Join us as we talk about the more technical side of creating a business – from paperwork to taxes. If you want to know the different hints and tips needed to get started in your entrepreneurial journey then this episode is for you!

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  • Nicole talks about her early entrepreneurial ventures and how she went from introvert to a serial CEO.
  • She shares her experiences from accounting to teaching and eventually creating Orcullo Business Consultancy.
  • How do you start an official/legal business? Nicole says get registered! She takes us through the different steps to take to be an official business.
  • Nicole talks about the different types and forms of businesses and their respective pros and cons for those that want to get their business ventures started.
  • She continues to talk about business longevity, taxes and hiring the right people for your business.

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TBP Podcast 77 : Elevating Your Business’ Product and…

Entrepreneurs are born innovators. They seek to become a better version of themselves. They are driven by their passions because of their will to improve themselves and the people around them. If you’re looking to start a venture, where business and passion meet, then by all means go ahead. Entrepreneurship is an open path that we can all take.

We invited Gio Visitacion, owner of the Good Cup Coffee Company, and the Philippine Brewer’s Cup Champion of 2020. Starting as a DJ, Gio has found his passion for coffee and has found a way to bring quality products and service to Cebu.

In this episode, Gio talks about when, how, and why he has decided to venture into a coffee business. He shares his extensive education with coffee, how he’s established his business in Cebu, and his business’ transition during the pandemic. He also opens up about a sensitive incident that leads them to shift their priorities and vision.

Join us as we talk about coffee, going digital, finding ways to cater to customers, and moving forward despite the many ups and downs. If you’re interested in coffee and good company then this is an episode that you don’t want to miss!

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  • Gio started as a DJ and found his passion for coffee from his memorable experience in Makati, then decided to pursue coffee as a career.
  • Gio shares his passion for coffee, its many nuances, and how his business aims to give value and experience to its customers.
  • He talks about Good Cup Coffee Co.’s transition into the pandemic, the great shift from their routine, and how they have coped with a business stopping incident.
  • Deconstruct your business. Find out what your niche wants, cater to their needs, and find a way to address this without crippling your company’s ability to deliver your product. Become a customer-centric business first and foremost.
  • With the current pandemic, businesses are struggling to keep afloat. Gio talks about how the current economy has impacted employees, business owners, and Cebu in general.

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TBP Podcast 76 : Diving Into Ventures, Staying True…

Entrepreneurs are creative geniuses. They pursue their passions, build them into a business, and allow them to grow. Investing in smart decisions and looking for opportunities is what makes them flourish. Our guest for today is someone who is an entrepreneur at heart.

In this episode, we invite Jumbo Climaco. He is the managing partner of Albur’s restaurant and President of JBC Unlimited Corporation for Skybass Indoor and Outdoor Comfort. He talks about his early exposure to entrepreneurship, his passion for success, and how he has transitioned and adapted his businesses in the pandemic.

If you are interested in starting a business are looking for inspiration, then this episode is for you!

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  • Jumbo highlights his early ventures, starting with a kiosk and footwear business.
  • Making smart decisions and having foresight is important as an entrepreneur.
  • Jumbo talks about how he got involved with Albur’s, looking for partnerships, and how they have adapted to the pandemic.
  • He talks about the “COVID skill”, learning how to cook during the pandemic, and how this has helped him with his restaurant business.
  • Jumbo talks about Skybass Indoor and Outdoor Comfort and making his business accessible throughout the Philippines.

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TBP Podcast 75: Women in Power! Creating a Successful…

Inspiration and passion come hand in hand with being an entrepreneur. In the entrepreneurial world, ideas that turn into successful businesses are rare occurrences. Our guest for today is a businesswoman that seeks to empower other women and provide jobs for them while creating a successful business in Cebu.

In this episode, we invite Kimberley Therese Gothong, Founder, President, and COO of Mrs. Clean Housekeeping Services. She talks about what inspired her to create Mrs. Clean, adapting to the pandemic, and why it’s important to support local.

If you are interested in growing your business, creating a rich business environment, women empowerment, and building your business from the ground up, then this episode is for you!

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  • Kimberley shares her vision and mission when she created Mrs. Clean
  • She shares about her viral moment and how she dealt with that experience with grace and responsibility
  • Kimberley talks about transitioning into the pandemic and valuing the quality of service that they provide
  • Value your employees as if they’re family – be responsible with your business as well as your people
  • How to deal with complaints and learn from them

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TBP Podcast 74: Becoming a Food Fusion Mastermind With…

Finding success in life can sprout from the most unexpected events. As an entrepreneur, it is your vision and passion that can change these events into meaningful ventures. Sparking your creativity and ingenuity takes a small flash of inspiration – but a whole lot of hard work and dedication.

In this episode, we invite Lenmar C. Gonzales, an entrepreneur and Sisig Teriyaki genius that has been awarded by Unilever Panlasang Pinoy Food Innovation as one of the top recipes of 2019. He shares his passion and inspiration with food. He gives insights on what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how you can create a product of your own through the power of observation – and of course hard work.

If you are interested in food, business, and combining the two, then you don’t want to miss this episode!

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  • Why it’s important to boost your creativity when it comes to entrepreneurship
  • Lenmar shares his experiences traveling in Japan and finding the inspiration to create Sisig Teriyaki
  • Opening a business in a pandemic is a tough venture. Lenmar talks about how he transitioned his business into the online space.
  • He shares about his unique business model and why this works – and how this helps local business owner aspirants.
  • Lenmar shares his vision for the future, his goal to become the local “McDonalds”, and how he aims to bring his food to every Cebuano.
  • See everything with a creative mind. Business opportunities are all around you as long as you focus on your vision and goals.

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TBP Podcast 73: Bouncing Back From a Failed Venture…

Innovation comes with the changing of the times and with the digital age we see ourselves transitioning more into the internet. Businesses need to learn how to adapt and cater to their market according to the current trends. If you want to learn more about building your business, scaling, and creating an environment where we, Filipinos, can have the creative freedom and be in control then our guest for today is someone who can give a more insightful view on it.

In this episode, we invite Franbeau “Franz” Beduya the co-founder of Agency Rocket Fuel and Managing Partner at Augmen Digital. Starting from a young age he has been exposed to entrepreneurship. From his experiences, he has now managed to become an expert in his field. He talks about his entrepreneurial journey, recovering from a failed venture, and starting a consulting agency.

If you are interested in creating your own business, learning how to go about scaling, and just want general advice on the entrepreneurial do’s and don’ts then this episode is for you!

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  • Franz talks about his early freelancing days leading up to his eventual position at Augmen Digital
  • What is Augmen Digital and Agency Rocket Fuel and what their processes are when it comes to dealing with clients
  • How to free yourself, as a business owner, in order to allow your business to scale
  • The importance of interacting with your market and having a different approach to dealing with clients
  • Franz gives advice on getting started as an entrepreneur
  • Finding a problem, looking for a solution, and reaching out to your market

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