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Every meaningful achievement begins with a mindset that values progress over perfection. In this episode of Hustleshare, Kharl Yeung of Amico Innovations shares why growth comes from staying curious, learning from experience, and welcoming perspectives that challenge your own. He explains how consistent improvement creates advantages that compound over time.
The discussion highlights why building something valuable is a process, not a one-time event. Kharl talks about applying lessons across different industries without repeating the same mistakes.
00:00:00 – Why better pet nutrition starts with better ingredients
00:02:34 – Meet Kharl Yeung and the mission behind Amico
00:03:27 – Solving the biggest problems in pet nutrition
00:10:25 – Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs
00:15:39 – Math, finance, and learning the language of business
00:20:15 – Leaving banking to pursue entrepreneurship
00:23:26 – Choosing startups over a higher-paying career
00:30:11 – Building ventures and learning the startup playbook
00:35:31 – Lessons from Web3, venture building, and failing fast
00:41:11 – The personal loss that inspired Amico
00:48:22 – Launching Amico through lean execution and customer feedback
00:53:10 – Why Amico is built around science, not marketing
00:55:32 – Partnering with Monde Nissin to scale the business
01:00:22 – Building trust while staying independent as a founder
01:06:23 – Raising the standard of pet nutrition in the Philippines
01:09:16 – Forbes 30 Under 30 and the future of Amico
01:12:09 – Where to connect with Kharl Yeung and Amico
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As technology reshapes the way people pay, one truth remains: understanding your customers is more important than chasing the latest trends.
In this episode, Lawrence Ferrer of Bayad shares how businesses can build lasting trust by creating solutions that reflect how people actually live, work, and transact. From serving customers who still prefer in-person payments to embracing the expectations of a digital-first generation, the conversation highlights why adaptability is essential for sustainable growth.
We also explore the value of doing your homework, developing products that solve real problems, and earning credibility through consistent execution.
00:01:06 – The Philippines as a high-touch and high-tech payment market
00:03:50 – Lawrence’s hustle and early career in payments
00:05:16 – Returning to transform Bayad into an omnichannel payments company
00:08:56 – Smart Money, PayMaya, and pioneering fintech in the Philippines
00:12:47 – Mentors, hard work, and building foundational skills
00:18:32 – Discovering sari-sari stores as the key to Smart Load's success
00:24:17 – Why entrepreneurs must continuously talk to customers
00:25:43 – Transitioning from Smart to PayMaya and Voyager
00:35:35 – The challenges of growing PayMaya before the pandemic
00:41:21 – Customer Frontline Solutions and support services
00:49:24 – Using technology to improve customer experiences
00:55:14 – Educating consumers about Bayad's digital transformation
00:57:40 – Partnering with banks, wallets, and fintech companies
01:01:06 – Building teams and combining legacy and digital talent
01:06:45 – What's next for Bayad and expanding nationwide payment access
01:08:41 – Maintaining customer relationships through digital channels
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Success isn't defined by how much you earn—it's shaped by how you manage, invest, and grow what you have. In this episode, Jay Olos of OneCFO shares the financial principles behind building businesses that last, explaining why long-term thinking, disciplined capital allocation, and intentional decision-making often create stronger results than chasing quick wins or external validation.
From avoiding the trap of treating a business like a personal source of income to understanding the role of patience in creating sustainable growth, this conversation offers practical insights for entrepreneurs, professionals, freelancers, creators, and anyone looking to make smarter financial decisions. If you're focused on building lasting value instead of temporary success, this episode provides timeless lessons that extend well beyond business.
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What does leadership look like when you're still figuring things out yourself? At just 28 years old, Jamie Aclan shares honest lessons on ambition, accountability, and learning to push through setbacks and self-doubt. Sometimes, growth starts with saying yes before you feel 100% ready.
The conversation also dives into leadership beyond titles and job descriptions. By helping people understand the "why" behind the work, great leaders build trust, encourage ownership, and create space for others to grow with confidence.
00:01:06 - Jamie’s “Just Do It Scared” philosophy
00:03:27 - What The Ortus Club really does beyond events
00:07:07 - Growing up in Washington and the lemonade stand hustle
00:12:15 - First major mistakes and learning through failure
00:17:52 - “I Just Never Thought I Couldn’t” and Lightning McQueen
00:26:02 - Learning every department to become a leader
00:33:38 - The journey from employee to company leader
00:36:11 - Leadership challenges and lessons during COVID
00:38:28 - Learning the difference between founders and employees
00:40:59 - Serving global clients through premium event experiences
00:43:19 - Building a global network of suppliers and venues
00:46:41 - Combining AI and human relationships to grow
00:57:25 - Coaching employees through structure and context
01:00:11 - Using personality assessments and team chemistry
01:03:34 - Turning an internal problem into a business opportunity
01:06:49 - “Just Do It Scared” explained
01:08:22 - How to connect with Jamie and The Ortus Club
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Success is rarely the result of vision alone. In this episode, Morris Zhou of Berde Renewables shares his insights on recognizing opportunities, building businesses, and leading with clarity in high-growth environments. From entrepreneurship and team culture to communication and accountability, the conversation explores why sustainable leadership is built on consistency, conviction, and leading by example rather than trying to satisfy every expectation.
Morris explains how Berde Renewables is helping businesses transition toward more sustainable energy solutions while addressing the broader challenges of energy security and national competitiveness.
00:02:13 - Morris Zhou, Group CEO & Co-Founder of Berde Renewables
00:04:08 - What Berde Renewables does and the zero-capex solar model
00:08:50 - The green vs. black energy debate is over — renewables are now cheapest
00:15:26 - How Morris stumbled into solar with a one-page brochure in 2009
00:24:20 - The complexity jump from rooftop panels to utility-scale solar farms
00:31:27 - The startup miracle: finding a new funder over coffee
00:43:02 - Learning the language of banks: bankability, risk, and putting the puzzle together
00:49:01 - Why the Philippines? The cartel, the incumbents, and the opportunity
01:00:18 - Berde's business model: zero capex, day-one savings, 15–25 year contracts
01:04:33 - 150MW+ of committed projects across the Philippines and Thailand
01:05:27 - Why distributed solar is the future of energy in Southeast Asia
01:19:46 - Making friends first — building trust before business in the Philippine market
01:22:38 - Why FOMO is finally hitting the market: rising costs and geopolitical tension
01:29:52 - Philippines vs. Australia team culture and the importance of psychological safety
01:33:45 - Being the industry expert, not always the subject matter expert
01:34:43 - What's next for Berde Renewables: scale, speed, and customer satisfaction
01:36:04 - No barrier to entry — the case for going solar now
01:35:35 - How to reach Berde Renewables
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In this episode, we are joined by KC Adviento of OJT Connect as we talk about the importance of connecting people to opportunities that truly match their abilities, training, and long-term goals. The discussion explores how talent can often be overlooked or misdirected, and why creating better pathways for growth benefits not only individuals, but entire industries and communities as well.
We also reflect on the realities behind leadership, teamwork, and building under difficult conditions. From delayed success and operational pressure to the value of trust and resilience, the conversation offers practical insights into what it means to continue building with patience, clarity, and a purpose larger than personal achievement.
00:01:49 - KC Adviento-Lee, Co-Founder and CTO of OJT Connect
00:04:59 - The importance of internships aligned with students’ career goals
00:09:30 - How studying IT at UST shaped KC’s career path
00:15:16 - Growing up globally and learning resilience through constant change
00:22:10 - Challenges of having a Philippine degree recognized in Canada
00:30:54 - Leveraging university networks and lifelong learning
00:34:14 - Teaching VR, robotics, agriculture, and emerging technologies
00:40:40 - Why senior high school and college are critical stages for mentorship
00:46:33 - From FARM to the creation of OJT Connect
00:47:02 - Solving distance-learning challenges during the pandemic
00:48:02 - Building a model for global internship opportunities
00:51:52 - OJT Connect’s business model and sustainability
00:55:37 - The internship skills gap in the Philippines
00:57:32 - The importance of initiative, self-learning, and consistency
01:00:26 - Founder challenges: balancing product development and operations
01:02:15 - Scaling challenges and future growth opportunities
01:04:21 - Inviting employers to support Filipino talent
01:05:17 - Advice KC would give her younger self
01:05:45 - “Fail hard” and trust the timing of your journey
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Success today is no longer driven by intelligence alone.
In this episode, John Januszczak of 1882 Energy Ventures joins us as we explore leadership, communication, economic growth, and the systems that shape long-term success. From building value and earning trust to giving effective feedback grounded in observable behavior, the conversation examines what creates strong teams, resilient people, and sustainable progress.
The conversation also dives into how energy, infrastructure, and investor confidence impact opportunity and quality of life — and why constantly needing to be right can quietly undermine relationships, fulfillment, and leadership.
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In this episode, Chris Guzman of Pahatid.ph joins us to cut through the performative theater of modern startup culture and expose the real mechanics of true enterprise execution. We confront the uncomfortable realities of executive leadership — the mandatory ego-death of the "company first" protocol, the hidden leverage of founder debt, and why the amateur instinct to pivot for fast cash destroys long-term ROI. We close with an uncompromising masterclass on high-stakes B2B sales: why price must always be your last lever, and how to turn a prospect's operational pain points into premium positioning and lasting client trust.
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Most founders get stuck in the "Hustle Trap"—growing fast but leaving a trail of broken systems behind. Today, Christeen Rico Green (Dream Bigger PH) joins us to talk about a better way: Redemptive Entrepreneurship.
Christeen spent years at Apple and PwC before coming home to help Filipino founders build "restorative" businesses. She’s sharing the exact leadership frameworks used by the world’s elite companies to help you build a startup that lasts for generations.
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As energy costs and utility rates continue their relentless upward trajectory, the transition toward sustainable alternatives like solar power has evolved from a luxury into a financial necessity. While the upfront capital required for solar installation can be substantial, the long-term dividends—ranging from energy independence to significant monthly savings—far outweigh the initial expenditure.
In the latest episode of Hustleshare, we explore how to navigate this transition with John Altomonte, the CEO and Co-Founder of SunFund. We dive deep into how his organization acts as a strategic catalyst for renewable adoption, providing the infrastructure and financial models necessary to make clean energy a reality for more households and businesses.
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Maria Sucgang and Erwin Kok reveal how Remotify is changing the way companies hire globally. By removing the legal and operational friction of international teams, they’re giving founders something powerful back: time. Time to stop managing admin work—and start scaling.
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On the latest episode of Hustleshare, we sit down with Ernesto Jon Ebuen—a multi-time table tennis champion who transformed his passion and discipline from the sport into something far beyond the court. From competing at a high level to thinking like an entrepreneur, Jon shares how he leveraged his experience, mindset, and network to build an innovative venture.
At the center of this journey is PingPod—a fully automated table tennis pod concept that reimagines how the sport is played and experienced. With minimal human intervention and powered by smart technology, PingPod is quickly gaining traction across the United States, signaling a new wave of accessible, on-demand sports spaces. This episode dives into how Jon turned skill into scale, and how a simple game evolved into a disruptive business idea.
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Discover the tactical blueprint of Katrina Chan, the force behind the Philippines’ premier startup launchpad, as she reveals the high-stakes diplomacy and "founder’s grit" required to build a national ecosystem from scratch. This episode of Founders Only delivers a raw masterclass in navigating public-private partnerships, overcoming burnout, and unifying a fragmented market into a world-class engine for growth.
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In this episode of Founders Only, we are joined by Dennis Velasco of Prosperna, for an unfiltered and deep dive into the high-stakes reality of leadership that most business books gloss over. Dennis pulls back the curtain on the psychological toll of managing a team, sharing a candid look at the unique stresses and "lonely-at-the-top" difficulties that only those in the driver's seat can truly understand. From the weight of decision-making to the daily grind of aligning diverse personalities toward a single vision, this conversation explores the raw emotional fortitude required to lead a company through the inevitable fires of the startup world.
Beyond the internal struggles of management, Dennis opens up about the external battlefield of fundraising and the grueling reality of facing constant rejection from investors. He discusses the challenge of navigating a sea of conflicting opinions and "expert" advice without losing sight of his original mission. Finally, he highlights how Prosperna is staying ahead of the curve by aggressively integrating AI to enhance adaptability in a rapidly shifting digital landscape.
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On the latest episode of Hustleshare, celebrating Women’s Month, Noreen Baetiong shares her inspiring journey into entrepreneurship, shaped by early struggles and hard-earned lessons. Through resilience and determination, she rose to become a business owner, embodying the strength and perseverance needed to thrive in a competitive industry. Her story highlights the importance of courage, persistence, and growth, serving as a powerful reminder of what women can achieve. This episode not only celebrates her success but also honors the spirit of women breaking barriers and redefining success.
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In this episode of Founders Only, Symph co-founder David Marquez recounts the rise and eventual decline of Shipmates amidst a shifting e-commerce landscape. He opens up about the "emotional reckoning" required to acknowledge that the venture was no longer sustainable despite his deep personal investment. David illustrates that true resilience often lies in the maturity to accept a setback rather than forcing a failing business to continue.
Following the closure, he shares his process of taking a necessary hiatus to decompress and regain professional clarity.This period of reflection paved the way for his pivot into Agentic AI, where he now focuses on the future of autonomous business workflows. Ultimately, David explains how the lessons learned from his past failures provided the strategic wisdom to lead in this new technological era.
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This week on Founders Only, we sit down with James Fernando of Armada Brands as he opens up about one of the most honest and emotional journeys a founder can experience. From reaching the heights of success to facing unexpected setbacks, James shares what it truly feels like to go from being on top to suddenly finding yourself starting over again.
In this episode, he reflects on the bittersweet reality of accepting defeat—something many entrepreneurs struggle to confront. James talks about the difficult moments of humility, self-doubt, and rebuilding, while also revealing the resilience and determination that pushed him to keep moving forward. Rather than letting failure define his story, he used it as fuel to rise again.
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This week on Founders Only, we sit down with Jojo Malolos of PayMongo for a powerful conversation about one of the most compelling turnaround stories in the local business landscape.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into what it truly means to step into a company at its lowest point. Jojo shares the reality of walking into an organization that many believed was beyond saving — a company facing internal challenges, shaken confidence, and the lingering impact of a highly publicized controversy in 2022.
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This week on Founders Only, we mark an exciting new chapter with the official relaunch of the show — and we’re kicking it off in a big way. To celebrate, we’re joined by two of the most influential figures in the venture capital landscape: Paulo Campos of Kaya Founders and Franco Varona of Foxmont.
In this special episode, they take us behind the curtain of how venture capital truly operates in the country — far beyond the headlines and funding announcements. Paulo and Franco unpack the inner workings of building and managing a fund, from sourcing promising startups and making high-stakes investment decisions to supporting founders through both rapid growth and difficult pivots.
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This week on Hustleshare, host Ron Baetiong sits down with Michael McCullough, Chairman of KMC Solutions, to unpack how a lemonade stand kid from Oregon built one of the largest flexible office and offshoring platforms in the Philippines, powering 800+ companies and 20,000 desks nationwide. From coding MVPs and battling 2.5 Mbps internet to betting big on Filipino talent, Michael reveals the grit, culture-building, and calculated risk-taking it took to turn labor arbitrage into a long-term empire.
“There's developers that want to do it perfectly and they want a full week or three weeks to do it perfectly. And there's some that will understand that you're looking for a quick shortcut because there's no money in the project unless someone's about to sign and pay for the project. And having it done perfectly doesn't mean that we're going to have cash coming in so I can pay you. And they don't understand. The developers don't always understand the commercial aspect of what we're trying to solve for. And that money just doesn't appear out of thin air.” – Michael McCullough
Connect with Michael:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmccullough/
Website: https://kmc.solutions/
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OneCFO: https://www.onecfoph.co/
PLDT Enterprise: https://pldtenterprise.com
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