Methods to Greatness

Methods to Greatness

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Methods to Greatness episodes

  • Episode 12: David Almirol on partnering with telecom giant PLDT and trailblazing software solutions in the Philippines

    David Almirol (@davidalmirol) is a full-time technopreneur and a full-stack programmer by heart. He founded Multisys Technologies Corporation, the leading software solutions company in the Philippines that blazes the trail across the IT, government, healthcare, utilities, hospitality, retail, banking and the finance industries. It is considered as the country's most important technology provider with its platforms being used by more than 2,500 companies and organizations.

    Earlier this year, he was named one of the seven The Outstanding Young Men honorees for 2020.

    👉 In this episode, Dov Moran discusses a vast number of topics, including:

    ✅ His journey as an OFW to becoming a programmer
    ✅ How he cope with multiple failures in business
    ✅How he grew his company Multisys Technologies Corporation as the country’s most important tech provider
    ✅ His love for The Avengers and Iron Man and using it as model to form his first team of programmers
    ✅ His dad as his personal superhero
    ✅How he sealed the deal with Manny V. Pangilinan or MVP of PLDT
    ✅Learning how to “productize” his software solutions   

    Instagram:

    IG: @davidalmirol
    Website: https://www.multisyscorp.com/

    Methods to Greatness in partnership with Perfect Health Philippines has come up with a special discount promo exclusive for Methods To Greatness followers and subscribers! If you are a wellness-culture advocate or a healthy lifestyle aficionado, or even someone who just needs a quality therapeutic massage at the comforts of your own home, this is the best opportunity for you to bring home Perfect Health’s massage and healthcare products! To avail of the promo, get in touch with Perfect Health’s professional healthcare consultants at [email protected] or via hotline 02-8831-6944 or through www.perfecthealthph.com and give the promo code MTG.

    That’s the Methods to Greatness promo code MTG and the health care consultants will hook you up with the best premium massage chairs, massage guns and other first-class health-care products available in the market today.


    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar 

    Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/ 

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines: 

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH Instagram: @thefinalpitchph 

    PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Twitter: @prtv
    Instagram: @philrealtytv

    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 11: Dov Moran, on inventing the USB, growing a billion dollar business, and investing in the right technologies

    Dov Moran (@dovmoran) is one of Israel’s most prominent leaders in hi-tech.  He is an Israeli engineer, inventor, and businessman. One of his biggest contributions to the world is the invention of the USB flash drive or Disk On Key. Not only is he an entrepreneur with over 40 patents to his name, but he has invested in very well-known startups within the digital health, media SaaS, and IoT sectors. Moran is the founder of Grove Ventures, a $100 million venture capital fund primarily in investing in Cloud platforms, Big Data and IOT. He is also founded M-Systems in 1989 that grew to $1 Billion revenue and was acquired by SanDisk Corp for $1.6 Billion in 2006. This ranks as one of the biggest acquisitions in Israel.

    👉 In this episode, Dov Moran discusses a vast number of topics, including:

    ✅His “Israeli” childhood story and experience that helped shape his future
    ✅How numerous failures lead to his successes
    ✅Are Jew entrepreneurs born or made?
    ✅How serving time in the Israel Defense Forces taught him to be innovative and how it gave him confidence to start his own company
    ✅The story of how he came up with the idea of the USB technology
    ✅Importance of recruiting someone who knows the business
    ✅His numerous patented inventions that changed the world
    ✅On choosing the companies to invest to
    ✅How he turned a $60,000 investment into a $400,000,000 company
    ✅ “If you want your dreams to come true don’t sleep”   

    Instagram: @dovmoran

    Website: https://www.grovevc.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dovmoran/

    Methods to Greatness in partnership with Perfect Health Philippines has come up with a special discount promo exclusive for Methods To Greatness followers and subscribers! If you are a wellness-culture advocate or a healthy lifestyle aficionado, or even someone who just needs a quality therapeutic massage at the comforts of your own home, this is the best opportunity for you to bring home Perfect Health’s massage and healthcare products! To avail of the promo, get in touch with Perfect Health’s professional healthcare consultants at [email protected] or via hotline 02-8831-6944 or through www.perfecthealthph.com and give the promo code MTG. That’s the Methods to Greatness promo code MTG and the health care consultants will hook you up with the best premium massage chairs, massage guns and other first-class health-care products available in the market today. 

    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar

    Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
    Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

    PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Twitter: @prtv
    Instagram: @philrealtytv

    1 hr 15 min
  • Episode 10: Jessica Chen on communications as the most important skills in life and in business, pitching to investors effectively, and learning executive presence on camera

    Jessica Chen on communications as the most important skills in life and in business, pitching to investors effectively, and leaning executive presence on camera


    @jesscachenpage is a trusted communications advisor to several elite tech leaders in Silicon Valley and in Asia.

    She is also Founder and CEO of the global business communications agency, Soulcast Media, where she provides high-touch strategies to elevate people's speaking and authority.

    She has been awarded an Emmy-Award for her work at ABC 10 News and multiple Associated Press Awards. Jessica is also a top LinkedIn Learning Instructor where her communications courses have been viewed over one million times. The company trains Fortune 500 companies, global teams, and individuals on presentation, executive presence and communications messagin

    After nearly ten years in television news, Jessica is on a mission to help professionals, entrepreneurs and executives build their confidence in speaking authentically, and to teach the art of developing executive presence in person and on video.

    👉 In this episode, Jessica discusses a vast number of topics, including:
    ✅ Being American-born Chinese in the U.S.
    ✅ Advantage of speaking Mandarin in the global society
    ✅ Communication as one of the most important skills in life and in business
    ✅ Her story as an award-winning journalist
    ✅ How her company Soulcast Media is instrumental in helping executives, entrepreneurs and business owners
    ✅ The covid situation: Transition from public speaking to talking to the camera
    ✅ Useful tips on how to communicate effectively via video conferencing online
    ✅ Why LinkedIn is the social media platform choice in the business industry
    ✅ What it takes to be a top LinkedIn instructor
    ✅ Learning executive presence on camera
    ✅ How to pitch a startup effectively to investors

    Instagram:@jessicachenpage @soulcastmedia
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicachenpage/
    Twitter: @jessicachenpage
    https://soulcastmedia.com/
    Methods to Greatness in partnership with Technogym Philippines has come up with recommended fitness at home equipment bundles to power your workouts. These fitness solutions are designed to drive and complement your training-whether you’re a seasoned multi-sport athlete, or just want the very best equipment for your home gym. So get in touch with a Technogym consultant at [email protected], via mobile at +639175745578 or through technogym.com and give the promo code MTG. That’s the Methods to Greatness promo code MTG and the experts over at Technogym will hook you up with the best premium home gym equipment and gear available in the market today.

    Visit Technogym Philippines: Email: [email protected] Mobile: +63 917 574 5578 Website: www.technogym.com

    Methods to Greatness in partnership with Perfect Health Philippines has come up with a special discount promo exclusive for Methods To Greatness followers and subscribers! If you are a wellness-culture advocate or a healthy lifestyle aficionado, or even someone who just needs a quality therapeutic massage at the comforts of your own home, this is the best opportunity for you to bring home Perfect Health’s massage and healthcare products! To avail of the promo, get in touch with Perfect Health’s professional healthcare consultants at [email protected] or via hotline 02-8831-6944 or through www.perfecthealthph.com and give the promo code MTG. That’s the Methods to Greatness promo code MTG and the health care consultants will hook you up with the best premium massage chairs, massage guns and other first-class health-care products available in the market today.

    56 min
  • Episode 9: Brandon "The Truth” Vera on his mixed martial arts journey, cryotherapy, and being a proud Pinoy

    Brandon "The Truth" Vera (@brandonthetruthvera) is one of the most well-rounded heavyweight mixed martial artists on the planet. Raised in Norfolk, Virginia, he was a collegiate wrestler, served in the United States Air Force, and even joined the military’s Greco-Roman wrestling team.

    In 1999, after being medically discharged due to an arm injury, Brandon Vera began his extensive rehab and went on to study the art of submission grappling. Soon, he trained in mixed martial arts under some of the best coaches in the world and has been a professional competitor since 2002.

    He has formerly competed for the UFC and WEC, and later joined Singapore-based promotion ONE FC. Now settled in Manila, he plans to develop the next generation of Filipino martial artists at his very own Alliance Training Center Philippines. . Before his recent setback he has held the ONE Heavyweight World Championship reign for 5 years becoming the longest reigning titlist in ONE Championship history.  

    👉 In this episode, Brandon discusses a vast number of topics, including:

    ✅ Growing up as a spoiled and fat kid
    ✅ How he got bullied into wrestling
    ✅ Growing up in the US being half-Filipino
    ✅ His experience with the movie industry
    ✅Dealing anxiety before fights    
    ✅ On preparing for fights
    ✅ On importance of cryotherapy and massage
    ✅On his recent setback against Arjan Bhullar  

    Instagram: @brandonthetruthvera

    LinkedIn: Brandon Vera
    Twitter: @verafied
    www.onefc.com
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonveramma
    https://www.facebook.com/AllianceGymPH/

    Methods to Greatness in partnership with Perfect Health Philippines has come up with a special discount promo exclusive for Methods To Greatness followers and subscribers!

    If you are a wellness-culture advocate or a healthy lifestyle aficionado, or even someone who just needs a quality therapeutic massage at the comforts of your own home, this is the best opportunity for you to bring home Perfect Health’s massage and healthcare products!

    To avail of the promo, get in touch with Perfect Health’s professional healthcare consultants at [email protected] or via hotline 02-8831-6944 or through www.perfecthealthph.com  and give the promo code MTG. That’s the Methods to Greatness promo code MTG and the health care consultants will hook you up with the best premium massage chairs, massage guns and other first-class health-care products available in the market today.

    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar

    Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

    1 hr 7 min
  • Episode 8: Chelsea Krost Chelsea Krost on importance of personal branding, professional growth and creating your brand story

    Chelsea Krost (IG:@chelseakrost) is one of America’s leading Millennial influencers, a LinkedIn Rated Top 20 Millennial marketing and brand strategist, a sought-after keynote speaker, Forbes Contributor, and the #MillennialTalk chat host whose influence shapes marketing strategies of not only small businesses but Fortune 500 corporations.

    Chelsea's LinkedIn Learning course, "Learning Personal Branding" ranked #12 Globally on the Top Performing Course List 2020.

    She offers Live 1-on-1 Coaching and DIY programs to Entrepreneurs and Businesses of all sizes. Chelsea specializes in those who are looking to gain a deeper understanding of Millennial and Gen Z mindset, zero in on what to do on social media, explain how to use influencer marketing, streamline digital marketing strategies, and reveal how to build a loyal and engaged online community.

    Chelsea sat on the board of Cosmopolitan Magazine as a Millennial Board Member and has been a brand ambassador for many notable and diverse brands such as Intel, MasterCard, IBM, Suave, and Skype to name a few.


    👉 In this episode, Chelsea discusses a vast number of topics, including:
    ✅ importance of personal branding and corporate branding
    ✅ 6 building blocks of building an effective personal brand foundation  
    ✅ creating your brand story
    ✅ establishing thought leadership
    ✅ social media and community growth
    ✅ online platform for professional growth
    ✅ how much is too much sharing on social media
    ✅art and science of the pitch

    Visit: https://chelseakrost.com/
    Twitter: @chelseakrost
    IG: @chelseakrost
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelseakrost/

    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/ 

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines: 

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
    Instagram: @thefinalpitchph 

    PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Twitter: @prtv
    Instagram: @philrealtytv

    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 7: Inbal Arieli on Chutzpah and unorthodox thinking, how to raise independent children, and embracing ambiguity and developing skills for the future

    Inbal Arieli (IG: @inbal.arieli) is one of the founders of Synthesis, a global leadership assessment firm, and author of Chutzpah: Why Israel Is a Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

    Born in Israel and raised on hummus and chutzpah, Arieli fostered her entrepreneurial skills during her mandatory military service, serving as a lieutenant in Unit 8200, the Israel Defense Forces’ elite intelligence corps.

    After completing her military duties, and for the past twenty plus years, she embraced leading executive roles in the flourishing Israeli tech sector and has founded a series of programs for innovators, where she currently holds board seats. 

    Arieli lectures widely to business and government leaders around the world, analyzing and discussing the most critical leadership skills, based on how Israeli culture breeds risk-taking and entrepreneurship from the very young age of four. Among her most popular keynotes are “Chutzpah: Skills for the Future”, “From Special Forces to the Board Room” and “The Secrets of Successful Interviewers.”

    Arieli holds an LL.B. Law, B.A in Economics and an MBA, all from Tel Aviv University. She was also featured as one of the 100 most influential people in Israeli tech and as one of the top 100 tech business women speakers in the world.

    👉 In this episode, Arieli discusses a vast number of topics, including:

    ✅ Her book entitled Chutzpah: Why Israel is a Hub of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    ✅ How the IDF or Israel Defense Forces is helping the Israeli’s startup scene
    ✅ How Israeli are nurtured from a very young age, being taught about risk taking, creativity, resourcefulness and teamwork
    ✅ What are the most critical soft skills and how to practice and foster them.
    ✅ How Israeli parenting concept empowers children and promotes the pursuit of impossible ideas  
    ✅ Carving success out of chaos with the Israeli "Balagan" concept
    ✅ How Synthesis as a company is helping existing and future business leaders reach their full potential

    Visti: https://chutzpahcenter.com/

    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar 

    Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
    Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

    PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Twitter: @prtv Instagram: @philrealtytv

    1 hr 32 min
  • Episode 6: Nameeta Dargani on how to relax or energize your day with breathing exercises, practicing mental hygiene, and the cleansing power of meditation

    Nameeta Dargani (IG: @nameetadargani) is a founding member and President of the Art of Living Foundation, Philippines. She has been with the foundation since 2005.

    Equipped with a business degree from the European Business School, London, she is a mother of two young boys and along with her husband manages a family business.

    Nameeta’s life's mission is to uplift and empower people from all walks of life with the techniques of the Art of Living that have deeply enriched her life.

    She is a teacher of the Art of Living ‘Happiness Program’ as well as the ‘Breath and Sound Therapy’ workshop which is a free course designed for victims of trauma.

    Nameeta has taught stress management techniques of the Art of Living Foundation to people from all sections of society including corporates, youth, business leaders, home makers, educators, social workers, law enforcers and prison inmates.

    👉 In this episode, Nameeta Dargani walks us through how to live stress free lives and her mission to empower and people from all walks of life.

    ✅ Getting to know the founder of Art Of Living Foundation Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a humanitarian, a spiritual leader, and an ambassador of Peace

    ✅ The Art of Meditation
    ✅ The Happiness program of Art of Living Foundation
    ✅ Discovering the 7 levels of our existence
    ✅ The science of breathing: Discover evidence-based breathing technique that quickly reduces stress and make meditation effortless.
    ✅ The different sources of energy
    ✅ The physical effects of prolonged stress
    ✅ Nameeta demonstrates the different breathing techniques

    Visit: https://www.artofliving.org/ph-en

    IG: @srisriravishankar
    https://www.srisriravishankar.org/

    Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
    Instagram: @johnsaguilar

    Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

    You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

    THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
    Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
    Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

    PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
    Twitter: @prtv
    Instagram: @philrealtytv

    1 hr 44 min
  • Episode 5: Audris Romualdez on breaking the glass ceiling, building world class sports facilities, and the benefits of travelling alone to a foreign country

    Audris Romualdez (Facebook: @audris Romualdez / Instagram: @audr1s) is a fitness enthusiast and wellness advocate and the Managing Director of E-Sports International, Inc., the exclusive distributor of the Italian fitness equipment brand Technogym. She has built some of the best world class sports facilities in the Philippines.

    In this episode, Audris walks us through her transformative personal journey to become a wellness advocate, along with her struggles to be known and respected in her male-dominated field. 

    Listen in on this evergreen discussion about living an active and healthy lifestyle, along with getting to know the renowned premium gym equipment brand Technogym. The conversation features:

    • Audris’ struggles and wins as she built her own company.
    • How she manages to stay active and healthy.
    • The liberating practice of travelling alone to a foreign destination.
    • How Technogym thrives amidst the pandemic, and the amazing equipment they offer that are now available for the consumer market.
    • Approaches to having a winner’s mindset.  
    • Her message to all women to dream big.

      • Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
      Instagram: @johnsaguilar

      Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

      You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

      THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
      Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
      Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

      PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
      Twitter: @prtv
      Instagram: @philrealtytv

      1 hr 38 min
    • Episode 4: Joe Magsaysay Jr. on transitioning from employee to entrepreneur, building a global food franchise, and the value of psychotherapy in business

      Jose Magsaysay Jr. "Jomag" (Facebook @Jose Magsaysay Jr./ Twitter: @josemagsaysay/ Instagram: @jomagsaysay) also known as Mr. Potato Corner, is a founding member of the Association of Filipino Franchisors, Inc. He also serves on the board of the Philippines Franchise Association and is also a member of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), and the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He finished his Master of Entrepreneurship degree from the Asian Institute of Management in 2001 and completed the Owner/President Management Program at the Harvard Business School in 2016.

      With his experience and work ethic he has been the recipient of numerous awards, such as the Franchise Excellence Hall of Fame in 2003; the MVP Bossing Award in 2011; the Entrepreneur Award of the Year in 2016; and the 2019 AIM Triple A Distinguished Alumni achievement award. 

      In this episode, you'll find out about the man behind the brand that has grown exponentially since its inception in 1992.

      Listen in as Jomag reminisces and shares about his entrepreneurial journey. Learn a thing or two from his 28 years of successes, regrets, and mistakes in growing Potato Corner from a homegrown to a global brand. This conversation features:

      • His back story from employee to entrepreneur.
      • How being a college drop out motivated  him to work harder. 
      • How Potato Corner services amidst the pandemic.
      • The Magsaysay family history.
      • How psychotherapy has helped him with his business and personal struggles

        • Visit https://potatocorner.com/  to know more about Potato Corner.

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotatoCorner/

        Instagram: @potatocornerph
        Twitter: @PotatoCornerPH
        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PotatoCornerPH/featured

        Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnAguilar/
        Instagram: @johnsaguilar

        Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

        You can also find John on the following programs on CNN Philippines:

        THE FINAL PITCH: thefinalpitch.ph

        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/TheFinalPitch
        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFinalPitchPH/
        Twitter: @TheFinalPitchPH
        Instagram: @thefinalpitchph

        PHILIPPINE REALTY TV: philippinerealtytv.com

        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilippineRealtyTV
        Twitter: @prtv
        Instagram: @philrealtytv

        1 hr 42 min
      • Episode 3: Chot Reyes on translating the athlete’s mentality to the business and corporate worlds, champion morning routines, and working with Philippine business icon Manny V. Pangilinan

        Vincent "Chot" Reyes (Twitter: @coachot / Instagram: @coachot) is a Filipino basketball coach. He is best known as the head coach of Team Gilas Pilipinas, The Philippine National Basketball Team, which won the silver medal at the 2013 FIBA Asia Championship, and competed at the following year's FIBA World Cup - the Philippines' first in 36 years. In the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), he is known as the youngest coach in the league to win a championship at the age of 29 when he coached Coney Island Ice Cream Stars to win the 1993 All-Filipino Cup.

        Coach Chot has also explored other ventures outside basketball. In 2002, he formed Coachcom, a company that offers consultancy services and mentoring programs for corporations and sports teams. He has also served as the President of Filipino television network TV5.

        In this episode, Coach Chot walks us through the details that led to his success, such as:

        • His experience as a student-athlete, and the importance of prioritizing the "student" part of the term.
        • Why he thinks the sport of basketball is popular among Filipinos
        • How he pivoted TV5 from being a general entertainment network to a sports-centered network under his leadership.
        • The events that led to the founding of Coachcom.ph
        • His experience working with the man known as MVP.
        • The story behind the infamous brawl between Gilas Pilipinas and Team Australia in the Philippine Arena in 2018.
        • His daily morning habits that keep his body and mind in high-performing shape.
        • His method of motivating people nowadays and how this differs from the traditional method that he was exposed to in his youth.
        • The importance of having a big, compelling purpose that drives all of your actions towards a single goal.

          • Visit smartgilasbasketball.com to know more about Smart Gilas Pilipinas, or follow them at:

          Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smartgilasphil/
          Twitter: @smartgilasph
          Instagram: @smartgilasph

          Visit coachcom.ph to know more about Coachcom.ph

          Visit tv5.com.ph to know more about TV5, or follow them at:

          Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TV5manila/
          YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TV5Philippines
          Twitter: @TV5manila
          Instagram: @tv5manila

          Visit www.toniandguy.ph to know more about Toni&Guy Philippines, or folllow them at:

          Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TONIANDGUYphilippines/
          Instagram: @toniandguyph

          You can find John C. Maxwell's "7 Steps to Success" and more of his books at his website, johnmaxwell.com

          Follow John Aguilar through the following links:

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          Instagram: @johnsaguilar

          Also check out Dragon's Nest PH at: https://www.facebook.com/dragonsnestph/

          2 hr 4 min

        About Methods to Greatness

        From the publisher's feed

        Methods to Greatness is a podcast that attempts to unlock the secrets of renowned Asian icons in various fields of endeavor to find out how they achieve greatness. Hosted by serial entrepreneur and former decathlete John Aguilar, best known as the creator and host of the Philippines-based business reality TV show "The Final Pitch", the show digs deep to find ways, tools and hacks that are used by these individuals to be among the best in their field, and that you can also apply in becoming the best you can possibly be.