Drowning in admin and repetitive tasks?

This QUICK WINS episode shows how a Virtual Assistant can save you time and sanity.

You’ll learn how to:

• Delegate admin and meeting scheduling
• Use VAs to handle customer support
• Leverage VAs for fast market research

Don't be an overwhelmed entrepreneur, start working smarter, not harder.

Content:

(00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick Wins

(00:15) The Value of Virtual Assistants

(00:34) Administrative Tasks Simplified

(01:05) Enhancing Customer Support

(01:44) Market Research Made Easy

(02:20) Conclusion and Next Steps

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I wouldn't let a client constantly push my deadlines, so why do I do it to myself?

I realised that builiding my personal branding is a priority and part of my business goals. If I'm not doing it, I'm building a job, not a business.

This week, I get real about the work-in-progress strategy I'm using to break the cycle of prioritising client work over my own vision of my business.

If you're an entrepreneur, solopreneur or freelancer feeling trapped by your own to-do list, this real talk is for you. I share with you my frantic week that started with a broken laptop 😅 and I explore practical steps to organise my time and manage my energy to ensure I work in and on my business to make it grow.

Content:

(00:33) A Personal Story: The Laptop Disaster

(02:21) The Realization: Client Work vs. My Brand

(05:28) The Daily Plan That Changed Everything

(06:40) Seeking Advice and Shared Experiences

(08:39) Conclusion: Your Business, Your Rules

Follow the journey:

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If you’re posting but not getting results, chances are you’re making one (or all) of these 3 common social media mistakes.

In this QUICK WINS episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Avoid posting without a strategy
• Respect the differences between platforms
• Actually engage your audience (not just broadcast)

Content:

(00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick Wins

(00:32) Mistake #1: Posting Without a Strategy

(01:42) Mistake #2: Ignoring Platform Differences

(02:14) Mistake #3: Not Engaging with Your Audience

(02:51) Conclusion and Contact Information

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Stepping away was actually the most productive thing I did lately.

Fresh off a two-week stay in Bali, here I am recording a freestyle solo episode to share how rest has been fruitful to me and gave me clarity on work and the podcast.

I tried to reset and I'm sharing with you my honest reflection on the constant hustle, content emptiness and how I'm reshaping the future of the show (including the launch of "Quick Wins", 3-minute episodes designed to give you practical and actionable tips for your business.

Did you feel the need to pause and recalibrate this summer? The need to find a smarter path forward?

What you'll hear:

• Why intentional rest is a strategic business tool
• The key realisations about balancing creativity with sustainability
• The behind-the-scenes challenges and joys of running A.B.O.
• What I'm thinking to change for the podcast

Content:

00:00 - Introduction: A New Perspective

00:28 - Bali: My Place To Rest

02:31 - What I Realised About the Hustle Culture Trap

03:52 - The Honest Truths About Podcasting & Content Creation

05:22 - Listener Feedback That Shaped My Thinking

09:59 - Introducing "Quick Wins" and a Smarter Season Ahead

14:50 - How You Can Apply This Reset Mindset

16:53 - Closing Thoughts

Follow the journey:

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#MindfulBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #AsianEntrepreneurs #PodcasterLife #BaliRetreat

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Want to build a personal brand on LinkedIn but hate self-promotion?

This QUICK WINS episode shares 3 simple ways to grow your personal brand authentically on LinkedIn.

You’ll learn how to:

• Optimise your profile for visibility and trust
• Share content that connects with your audience
• Build meaningful relationships (not just followers)

Content:

(00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick Wins

(00:15) The Power of LinkedIn for Professionals

(00:23) Building Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn

(00:48) Tip 1: Optimise Your LinkedIn Profile

(01:49) Tip 2: Share Valuable Content Regularly

(02:42) Tip 3: Engage with Your Network

(03:10) Conclusion and Next Steps

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What’s harder than growing a business? Keeping it alive through change.

In this episode of Asian Business Owners, Gabriella Montandon — CFO and founder of Montandon Consulting — gets real about the reality owning an SME.

She shares:

Why cash flow is the #1 reason businesses fail (and how to fix it)

The “No A**hole Rule” she applies to clients

How to stay grounded when everything around you is changing

The difference between working in your business vs. on it

Content:

(00:39) Meet Gabriella: CFO and Founder

(02:09) Staying Grounded in Business and Personal Life

(05:00) The Satisfaction of Fixing Businesses

(08:19) The Importance of Cash Flow

(12:50) The No Asshole Rule in Business

(21:09) Fireside Questions

(23:58) Growing Your Business: From Start to Success

(26:34) The Importance of Working On Your Business

(30:43) Defining Success and Independence

(37:08) Lessons Learned and Future Projects

(43:39) The Power of Having Fun in Business

👉 To find out more about Gabriella:

On LinkedIn

Montandon Consulting's website

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Struggling to turn Instagram views into actual sales?

In this QUICK WINS episode, learn 3 simple tactics that drive real engagement and conversion through Instagram Stories.

What you’ll learn:

• How to use interactive stickers to boost engagement
• How to post time-sensitive offers to drive urgency
• Why behind-the-scenes content builds trust and sales

Perfect for solopreneurs, eCom owners, coaches, creatives and anyone using Instagram and looking for results, fast.

Content:

(00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick Wins

(00:15) The Power of Instagram Stories

(00:44) Tip 1: Use Interactive Stickers

(01:30) Tip 2: Post Time-Sensitive Offers

(02:11) Tip 3: Showcase Behind-the-Scenes Content

(02:44) Conclusion and Next Steps

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Allen Law was living the classic workaholic lifestyle: long hours, constant stress, little time for health.

Burnout forced him to step back and ask: what does real success look like?

In this episode, Allen shares how fatherhood and health struggles led him to launch a wellness movement across Asia, from fitness studios to investing in startups that extend healthspan.

We talk stress management, building healthy habits, and why entrepreneurs need to protect their energy if they want to build something meaningful. Allen’s story is a reminder that success without health isn’t success at all.

Content:

(00:29) Allen’s Background: From Hong Kong to Singapore

(01:17) Early Career Burnout & Unhealthy Habits

(03:51) The Turning Point: Family, Fatherhood & Fitness

(06:13) Launching Seveno Capital: Investing in Wellness Startups

(09:38) How Seveno Capital Supports Founders

(11:31) Criteria for Investment: Impact & Healthspan

(14:36) Managing Stress as an Entrepreneur

(16:14) Building Healthy Habits & Self-Discipline

(18:07) Fireside Quick Questions

(21:15) Quitting Alcohol & Social Pressures

(25:54) How to Make Wellness Accessible to All

(28:20) The Truth About Anti-Aging & Healthspan vs. Lifespan

(32:08) Upcoming Projects: Longevity World Health Hub

(33:45) Lessons for Entrepreneurs

(35:00) – Final Thoughts

👉 To find out more about Allen:

On LinkedIn

Seveno Capital's website

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You want to use AI in your business but don’t know where to start?

In this QUICK WINS episode, discover 3 simple and practical ways to leverage AI, even if you’re not techy.

From marketing automation to data insights and faster customer support, these tips are built for busy entrepreneurs who want results without the overwhelm.

Content:

(00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick Wins

(00:36) Leveraging AI for Marketing Automation

(01:31) Analysing Customer Data with AI

(02:16) Enhancing Customer Service with Chatbots

(03:04) Conclusion and Next Steps

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What if you could gather some of the most valuable lessons from entrepreneurs in one episode?

In this special episode of Asian Business Owners, you’ll hear my guests share their best advice. Real, relatable and straight from experience.

This is a compilation of the insights that stuck with me, if you like it, I'll do another one like this with more advice from more guests.

I hope you’ll find help here that makes you reflect and maybe even change the way you approach your business.

Content:

(00:29) Special Episode: Lessons Learned by Business Owners

(01:13) Karin Chan: Be Your Biggest Cheerleader

(02:18) Rasheed Shroff: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

(04:13) Alison Chan: Her Dad's Inspiring Story From Laborer to Businessman

(06:22) Kiri Sinclair on The Importance of People in Business

(07:29) Jonathan Crockett's Advice To Be A Sucessfull Leader

(08:06) Conclusion and Farewell

👉 To listen to the full episodes:

Karin Chan's episode

Rasheed Shroff's episode

Alison Chan's episode

Kiri Sinclair's episode

Jonathan Crockett's episode

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