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Welcome to Hustleshare, a Filipino podcast that features the journeys of startup founders, business leaders and unique hustlers to show not our differences but to show that most of us are very much alike. Hustleshare was made to showcase the triumphs and challenges people go through in their unique hustle and learn how we can apply them to our own daily hustles.

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Latest Episodes

Status can open doors. Character determines what happens after.

In this episode, we discuss why successful leaders stay grounded, manage resources carefully, and keep their focus beyond short-term rewards.

A conversation about discipline, resilienc... more

For nearly a century, Malayan Insurance has built a reputation rooted in trust, reliability, and long-term relationships. But in today's rapidly changing business landscape, legacy alone isn't enough.

In this episode, Anthony Louis Guanzon of Malaya... more

Strong businesses are built by strong teams, and strong teams are built by leaders who earn trust every single day.

In our latest episode of Founders Only, Mel Nava of Zendease shares valuable lessons on leadership, personal growth, and building a c... more

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Building a successful career or business starts with the right mindset. In this episode, Leonard Ang and Sharan Mansukhani of Sip and Scale discuss how community, AI literacy, and continuous learning create long-term opportunities for founders, profe... more

Strong businesses are built on strong leadership—and strong leadership begins with people.

In this episode, Charles Sy of Powerhouse Tools shares his leadership philosophy on building trust, embracing different perspectives, and creating a culture w... more

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 perspectiv... more

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 solutio... more

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, dis... more

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Recent Guests

Leonard Ang
Co-founder of Sip and Scale
Sip and Scale
Episode: The Hustle Behind Sip and Scale with Leonard Ang and Sharan Mansukhani | Hustleshare Ep 391
Sharan Mansukhani
Co-founder of Sip and Scale
Sip and Scale
Episode: The Hustle Behind Sip and Scale with Leonard Ang and Sharan Mansukhani | Hustleshare Ep 391
Charles Sy
Founder and CEO of Powerhouse Tools and HapSui Hardware
Powerhouse Tools; HapSui Hardware
Episode: The Hustle Behind Powerhouse Tools with Charles Sy | Hustleshare Ep 390
Kharl Yeung
Co-founder and COO of Amico Brands
Amico Brands
Episode: The Hustle Behind Amico with Kharl Yeung | Hustleshare Ep 389
Lawrence Ferrer
President and CEO of Bayad
Bayad Center / Meralco group
Episode: The Hustle Behind Bayad with Lawrence Ferrer | Hustleshare Ep 388
Jay Olos
Co-founder and CEO of OneCFO
OneCFO
Episode: Founders Only S2 EP10: CFO Reveals Why Most Founders Stay Broke (And Don't Know It Yet) w/ Jay Olos of OneCFO
Morris Zhou
CEO and Co-Founder of Berde Renewables
Berde Renewables
Episode: The Hustle Behind Berde Renewables with Morris Zhou | Hustleshare Ep 386
KC Adviento-Lee
Co-founder and CTO of OJT Connect
OJT Connect
Episode: The Hustle Behind OJT Connect with KC Adviento- Lee | Hustleshare Ep 385
John Januszczak
Founder/Advisor in energy ventures, formerly at UBX and head of 1882 Energy Ventures
1882 Energy Ventures
Episode: Founders Only S2 EP 9: How The Philippines' Energy Gap Is Holding Our Country Back with John Januszczak of 1882 Ventures

Host

Ron Betiong
Host of Hustleshare; central figure across multiple episodes providing conversation leadership and framing.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    This podcast has lots of great episodes, super inspiring founders being featured too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghil Vito
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Swearing

    Good content but a lot of unnecessary swearing. The host should cut back on swearing as many young people are tuned it to the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    speakoutsam
    Philippines6 years ago
  • Hoping for better

    Had this channel stewing in my app for a while. Decided to listen to the Rumarocket episode. 🤦‍♂️

    Too much shrill.

    Too much cussing.

    Too little substance.

    Cringing most of the time.

    Minus the host, this could have gone farther.

    Anyway, will try this again for the sake of knowing more from the guests. Hopefully the host will exercise more restraint and put on proper decorum.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    St. Ryan The Great
    Philippines7 years ago
  • I love to learn from other entrepreneur’s successes and failures

    I listen to Hustleshare when traveling to maximize the use of my time.

    It’s a great way to learn from other people’s experience and to stimulate your own brainstorming about how to apply what you learned to your own life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJ-Entrepreneur
    Hong Kong7 years ago
  • Finally!

    A podcast that shares the stories of the unsung heroes. The hard workers who are not always in the lime light but burning the midnight oil creating and innovating in the Philippines, Asia, and the rest of the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    claqt
    United States7 years ago
  • Best Business Podcast in the Philippines!

    So hard to look for a great local podcast. Finally, we have Hustleshare! Inspiring stories without sugarcoating! đź’Ż

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nornlim
    Philippines7 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Realistic stories that will inspire and motivate each individual.

    More power to this Podcast! 💪🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    albs10
    Philippines7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners note heavy swearing and tonal issues that may alienate some audiences.
Audience finds value in real-world experiences and long-form, candid founder interviews.
The show is seen as a strong, locally relevant source of startup wisdom and motivation.
Listeners praise inspiring founder stories and practical lessons for building and growing startups.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#50
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Apple Podcasts
#145
Finland/Business/Careers

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Hustle Behind Powerhouse Tools with Charles Sy | Hustleshare Ep 390
Q: How do you handle generational transition and governance?
We created a family constitution to formalize equity, rights of first refusal, and succession planning so that ownership stays in the family and growth remains aligned with the business goals, while involving younger generations through mentorship and structured leadership roles.
The Hustle Behind Powerhouse Tools with Charles Sy | Hustleshare Ep 390
Q: When did Powerhouse Tools start and why franchising?
Powerhouse Tools started in 2008 to fill gaps in the market where distributors were constrained by brands; franchising emerged as a way to scale with trained partners, maintain price fairness, and leverage a proven business model built on strong product development and packaging, rather than relying solely on multinational brands.
The Hustle Behind Powerhouse Tools with Charles Sy | Hustleshare Ep 390
Q: Charles, what's your hustle?
My hustle has been to grow a family business into a scalable, branded hardware company through a franchising model, while maintaining trust with customers and suppliers and expanding product categories.
The Hustle Behind Bayad with Lawrence Ferrer | Hustleshare Ep 388
Q: How did the PayMaya product evolve within the Smart ecosystem and what were the pivotal moments?
The PayMaya evolution began with Smart Money as an early mobile wallet that faced regulatory and scalability challenges. It was spun off from the telco ecosystem to become a standalone, agnostic wallet under Voyager, enabling broader adoption beyond a single telco and laying the groundwork for PayMaya's prominence in digital payments.
The Hustle Behind Bayad with Lawrence Ferrer | Hustleshare Ep 388
Q: What was Lawrence's hustling or early influences growing up that shaped his career?
Lawrence describes a pragmatic upbringing with a focus on work over waiting for opportunities, encouragement from parents to hustle, and early hands-on experiences in jobs that built practical skills. He emphasizes grit, mentorship, and learning by doing as foundational drivers of his career in payments and fintech.

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What is Hustleshare about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Hustleshare centers on founder journeys, startup growth, and ecosystem insights, with frequent dives into bootstrapping, fundraising challenges, go-to-market strategies, and the Philippine tech scene. Episodes often blend personal origin stories with practical lessons on leadership, cash flow discipline, and building sustainable businesses that can scale regionally or globally. A standout thread is the emphasis on resilience, human dynamics in teams, and the role of ecosystem actors—investors, accelerators, and policy— in shaping outcomes. The show tends to attract listeners who want actionable takeaways from real-world founder experiences, especially those operating in or exploring Southeast Asian markets. A notable quality is the willingn... more

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Recent guests on Hustleshare include:

1. Leonard Ang
2. Sharan Mansukhani
3. Charles Sy
4. Kharl Yeung
5. Lawrence Ferrer
6. Jay Olos
7. Morris Zhou
8. KC Adviento-Lee

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