S9 Ep24. Scaling a Startup in Asia

Welcome to FOMO Sapiens, the podcast about entrepreneurial thinkers who don't just follow the crowd, but instead take their own path to success in business and in life. In this episode, host Patrick J. McGinnis is joined by Ron Baetiong, a successful entrepreneur from the Philippines and founder of Pod Machine, a company that provides podcast production services to businesses and individuals. Baetiong shares his insights on the state of entrepreneurship in the Philippines, and his personal journey as an entrepreneur. He explains the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the Philippines market, and how entrepreneurs can navigate the local business landscape to build successful ventures. Throughout the conversation, Baetiong and McGinnis discuss the importance of networking and relationship-building in entrepreneurship, as well as the value of taking calculated risks and learning from failure. Baetiong also shares his experiences building and scaling Pod Machine, and offers practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesses. Overall, this episode of FOMO Sapiens provides a valuable perspective on entrepreneurship in the Philippines, and offers practical insights and advice for entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their own businesses. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the local business landscape, and the mindset and strategies needed to succeed as an entrepreneur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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FOMO Sapiens is the podcast for anyone who wants to make smarter decisions, take action, and thrive in an unpredictable world. Hosted by Patrick J. McGinnis—the guy who coined FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)—this show brings you insights from world-class entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders who’ve mastered the art of navigating uncertainty. Each episode is packed with real-world strategies, powerful stories, and actionable advice to help you cut through the noise, take control of your choices, and build a life you actually want—without the fear of missing out. Listen now and start making decisions on your own terms.