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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” philosophy00:03:27 - What The Ortus Club really does beyond events00:07:07 - Growing up in Washington and the lemonade stand hustle00:12:15 - First major mistakes and learning through failure00:17:52 - “I Just Never Thought I Couldn’t” and Lightning McQueen00:26:02 - Learning every department to become a leader00:33:38 - The journey from employee to company leader00:36:11 - Leadership challenges and lessons during COVID00:38:28 - Learning the difference between founders and employees00:40:59 - Serving global clients through premium event experiences00:43:19 - Building a global network of suppliers and venues00:46:41 - Combining AI and human relationships to grow00:57:25 - Coaching employees through structure and context01:00:11 - Using personality assessments and team chemistry01:03:34 - Turning an internal problem into a business opportunity01:06:49 - “Just Do It Scared” explained01:08:22 - How to connect with Jamie and The Ortus ClubFollow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Hustleshare on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcast💡Follow Hustleshare Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Follow Hustleshare on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/hustleshare💡Visit Hustleshare Website: https://www.hustleshare.com/ Build your empire—subscribe and hit the bell for a new masterclass every Monday! 🚀Watch more episodes of HUSTLESHARE: // Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcast and follow Founders Only on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersonlypodcast // Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76aB39CuQ2nEKXgaS2O3rY // Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founders-only/id1651692553Connect with HUSTLESHARE: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hustleshare/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hustlesharepodcast | TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hustlesharepodcast| LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/showcase/founders-only/ | Squarespace: https://wolf-triceratops-l4zp.squarespace.com/config/pages/5c6e992371c10b1f023d7b53Follow ONE CFO: | Website: https://www.onecfoph.co| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onecfoph/ | LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/company/onecfoFollow PLDT: | Website: https://pldthome.com/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PLDTHome/ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pldthome/ | TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pldthome | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pldt/Follow PAYMONGO: | Website: https://www.paymongo.com/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paymongo/ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paymongo/ | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paymongo#Podcast #Hustleshare #OneCFO #PayMongo #PLDT #RonBaetiong #JamieAclan

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 Renewables00:04:08 - What Berde Renewables does and the zero-capex solar model00:08:50 - The green vs. black energy debate is over — renewables are now cheapest00:15:26 - How Morris stumbled into solar with a one-page brochure in 200900:24:20 - The complexity jump from rooftop panels to utility-scale solar farms00:31:27 - The startup miracle: finding a new funder over coffee00:43:02 - Learning the language of banks: bankability, risk, and putting the puzzle together00:49:01 - Why the Philippines? The cartel, the incumbents, and the opportunity01:00:18 - Berde's business model: zero capex, day-one savings, 15–25 year contracts01:04:33 - 150MW+ of committed projects across the Philippines and Thailand01:05:27 - Why distributed solar is the future of energy in Southeast Asia01:19:46 - Making friends first — building trust before business in the Philippine market01:22:38 - Why FOMO is finally hitting the market: rising costs and geopolitical tension01:29:52 - Philippines vs. Australia team culture and the importance of psychological safety01:33:45 - Being the industry expert, not always the subject matter expert01:34:43 - What's next for Berde Renewables: scale, speed, and customer satisfaction01:36:04 - No barrier to entry — the case for going solar now01:35:35 - How to reach Berde RenewablesFollow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Hustleshare on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcast💡Follow Hustleshare Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Follow Hustleshare on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/hustleshare💡Visit Hustleshare Website: https://www.hustleshare.com/Learn more about Berde Renewables:🌐 Website: berderenewables.com📘 Facebook: facebook.com/berderenewables💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/berderenewablesBuild your empire—subscribe and hit the bell for a new masterclass every Monday! 🚀Watch more episodes of HUSTLESHARE:// Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcastand follow Founders Only on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersonlypodcast// Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76aB39CuQ2nEKXgaS2O3rY// Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founders-only/id1651692553Connect with HUSTLESHARE:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hustleshare/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hustlesharepodcast| TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hustlesharepodcast| LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/showcase/founders-only/| Squarespace: https://wolf-triceratops-l4zp.squarespace.com/config/pages/5c6e992371c10b1f023d7b53Follow ONE CFO:| Website: https://www.onecfoph.co| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onecfoph/| LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/company/onecfoFollow PLDT:| Website: https://pldthome.com/| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PLDTHome/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pldthome/| TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pldthome| LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pldt/Follow PAYMONGO:| Website: https://www.paymongo.com/| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paymongo/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paymongo/| LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paymongo#Podcast #Hustleshare #OneCFO #PayMongo #PLDT #RonBaetiong

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 Connect00:04:59 - The importance of internships aligned with students’ career goals00:09:30 - How studying IT at UST shaped KC’s career path00:15:16 - Growing up globally and learning resilience through constant change00:22:10 - Challenges of having a Philippine degree recognized in Canada00:30:54 - Leveraging university networks and lifelong learning00:34:14 - Teaching VR, robotics, agriculture, and emerging technologies00:40:40 - Why senior high school and college are critical stages for mentorship00:46:33 - From FARM to the creation of OJT Connect00:47:02 - Solving distance-learning challenges during the pandemic00:48:02 - Building a model for global internship opportunities00:51:52 - OJT Connect’s business model and sustainability00:55:37 - The internship skills gap in the Philippines00:57:32 - The importance of initiative, self-learning, and consistency01:00:26 - Founder challenges: balancing product development and operations01:02:15 - Scaling challenges and future growth opportunities01:04:21 - Inviting employers to support Filipino talent01:05:17 - Advice KC would give her younger self01:05:45 - “Fail hard” and trust the timing of your journeyFollow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Hustleshare on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcast💡Follow Hustleshare Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Follow Hustleshare on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/hustleshare💡Visit Hustleshare Website: https://www.hustleshare.com/Build your empire—subscribe and hit the bell for a new masterclass every Monday! 🚀Watch more episodes of HUSTLESHARE:// Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcastand follow Founders Only on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersonlypodcast// Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76aB39CuQ2nEKXgaS2O3rY// Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/founders-only/id1651692553Connect with HUSTLESHARE:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hustleshare/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hustlesharepodcast| TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hustlesharepodcast| LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/showcase/founders-only/| Squarespace: https://wolf-triceratops-l4zp.squarespace.com/config/pages/5c6e992371c10b1f023d7b53Follow ONE CFO:| Website: https://www.onecfoph.co| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onecfoph/| LinkedIn: https://ph.linkedin.com/company/onecfoFollow PLDT:| Website: https://pldthome.com/| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PLDTHome/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pldthome/| TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pldthome| LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pldt/Follow PAYMONGO:| Website: https://www.paymongo.com/| Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paymongo/| Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paymongo/| LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/paymongo#Hustleshare #OneCFO #Paymongo #KCAdvientoLee #OJTConnect #HustlesharePodcast #FilipinoEntrepreneur #PinoyPodcast #PodcastPH 

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.The conversations happening on Founders Only are the ones every entrepreneur needs to hear. Don't be the last to know. Watch the full episode on YouTube. ⏭️ Follow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Founders Only on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersonlypodcast💡Follow Founders Only on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Visit Hustleshare Website: https://www.hustleshare.com/

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.The conversations happening on Founders Only are the ones every entrepreneur needs to hear. Don't be the last to know. Watch the full episode on YouTube. ⏭️Follow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Founders Only on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersonlypodcast💡Follow Founders Only on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Visit Hustleshare Website: https://www.hustleshare.com/

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.Follow now and never miss an episode. 🎧💡Follow Hustleshare on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hustlesharepodcast💡Follow Hustleshare Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6fPsNbi8m8mCIyGZH1YGm1?si=2c67a0451949498b💡Follow Hustleshare on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/hustleshare💡Visit Hustleshare on Squarespace: https://wolf-triceratops-l4zp.squarespace.com/config/