Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.

People say they’re interested, they want to “stay in touch” snd then… nothing happens. In this Quick Wins episode, I share 3 simple ways to turn conversations into clients, without pitching, forcing, or sounding salesy. If this keeps happening to you, it’s usually because the conversation never actually moves forward. What you'll hear: why solving too early kills momentum how to listen for signals...

ChatGPT won’t run your business for you but used well, it can save you hours and help you think more clearly as a founder. In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I share 7 concrete ways I use ChatGPT in my day-to-day as a founder to reduce mental load, save time and make better decisions. Spoiler alert: there's no magic prompts, no overnight success. I share real use cases from my work. You’ll...

Your to-do list keeps growing and everything feels urgent. You end each day frustrated, thinking about all the things you haven't done. In this Quick Wins episode, I share 3 simple prioritisation rules for founders who feel overwhelmed, reactive and stuck in constant urgency. When everything feels like a priority, nothing really is. What this episode covers: Why urgent doesn’t always mean importan...

Burnout almost forced her to stop but it turned out to become the turning point of her life. In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I sit down with Jasmine Liu, a former banker who experienced burnout in 2017 while working in the fast-paced banking world in Hong Kong. What followed was not just a career change but a complete shift in perspective. After a transformative trip to Bhutan, Jasmine b...

Creating content shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. In this episode, I share: - Why most founders repurpose content the wrong way - A simple system to multiply content without losing quality - How to stay consistent without posting daily Timestamps: (00:13) Are You Tired of Creating Content? (00:26) One Strong Core Idea (00:55) Repurpose It (01:30) Adapt But Never Duplicate (02:15) Conclusion Fo...

Cyril Dhenaut scaled fast, built companies and lived inside high-pressure startup environments. Then life changed and his definition of success evolved with it. In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I sit down with Cyril Dhenaut, an entrepreneur shaped by Southeast Asia’s intense startup ecosystem, who experienced hypergrowth, agency building, exits and executive roles before making intentiona...

You’re posting on Instagram, LinkedIn, in your newsletters, maybe even in YouTube. Do you manage to get conversions? In this Quick Wins episode, I explain how to choose one marketing channel to focus on based on your business model and your target audience. You’ll learn: - Why being everywhere is killing your results - How to identify the channel that matches how you sell - What to ignore Timestam...

How do you know if you have bad habits when you start a business? Some habits look like dedication and being “serious”. But after a while, developing your business, you realise some of the things that you do drain your energy and blur your focus, which ends up slowing your growth. In this solo episode, I share 8 bad habits I had to unlearn while running my business and growing Asian Business Owner...

Most founders know they should delegate but they just don’t know what. In this episode, I break down: - The different types of tasks - The tasks you shouldn't be doing yourself - A simple test to decide what stays with you and what goes Timestamps: (00:13) Do you struggle to delegate? (00:37) The types of tasks easy to delegate and the best practices (01:08) Low-risks tasks and setting expectation...

After recording more than 80 episodes of Asian Business Owners, I often get asked the same question: “What’s your favourite episode?” “Which founder left the biggest impression on you?” To be honest, I don’t remember everything but there’s always one thing that stays. In this solo episode, I share how I changed the way I listen to other's stories and I tell a few stories that truly stayed with me....

If talking about your offer makes you uncomfortable, you're not alone. In this episode, we cover: - Why selling feels awkward for founders - The mindset shift that makes selling feel natural - How to talk about your offer through problems, not promises Timestamps: (0:23) Share problems, not solutions (0:58) Talk about decisions, not features (1:26) Invite instead of pushing Follow me on LinkedIn a...

Happy New Year everyone! I'm thrilled to be back for a new season of Asian Business Owners. This week, meet Mehroo, coach and founder of Mums at Play. Mehroo shares her journey from Miss India and corporate career in India to navigating motherhood, career pivots and starting her own coaching business in Hong Kong. In this episode, you’ll hear: How to navigate identity shifts and transitions Strate...

You’re posting consistently and you're getting views and likes but no or very few leads or enquiries. Why does nothing happen? In this Quick Wins episode, let's break down why content often fails to convert even when it looks “good”. We’ll cover: • Why content without direction kills conversions • The biggest messaging mistake founders make • Why clarity beats persuasion Conversion doesn't mean be...

Have you ever come across big roadblocks in your career or founder's journey? In this special medley episode of Asian Business Owners, listen to founders who faced major setbacks: Gianne — when a business shuts down and a pivot follows Alan Law — burnout, wellness and redefining success Carmen — stepping away to reset, reflect and evolve Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to Asian Business Owne...

Happy New Year! To kick off this new year, (re)listen to these two Quick Wins episodes that focus on making your marketing clearer, lighter and more effective. What it covers: Creating content that actually works Understand your audience Balance content formats But also: How to use Instagram Stories as a sales tool Create time-sensitive offers Spark conversations and build trust Start the year foc...

It's the beginning of a new year, are you secretly dreaming of switching careers, changing life, reinventing yourself? In this special medley episode of Asian Business Owners, listen to stories of reinvention from founders who chose alignment over comfort. What's covered: Jessie Li — from banking to building influence Carmen — leaving corporate life in Paris to rebuild a career in Hong Kong Renaud...

In this Quick Wins episode, revisit two powerful lessons many founders miss when it comes to marketing. 1/ Let's break down how to collaborate with KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) without a big budget 2/ Let's uncover the most common social media mistakes that hurt your growth Short, practical, easy to apply: don't miss this special episode, especially if you're reconsidering your marketing strategy fo...

As the year comes to an end, I wanted to pause and revisit the advice that stayed with me the most. I've put together this special medley episode of Asian Business Owners, you'll hear some grounding and inspiring pieces of advice by business owners I invited on the podcast. Hit play and listen to them as you slow down, reflect and close the year. To listen to the whole episodes with the guests, ta...

As the year comes to an end, I’ve curated a Best of Quick Wins 2025 episode with some useful and practical tips shared this year on Asian Business Owners. In this episode, we cover three areas many founders struggle with: Building a strong personal brand using LinkedIn Using virtual assistants (VAs) to save time and focus on what really matters Exploring funding options beyond venture capital For...

2025 didn’t come with a big breakthrough moment. Instead, it quietly taught me lessons that reshaped how I think about business, creativity and myself as a founder. In this solo episode of Asian Business Owners , I reflect on: Figuring things out as I go (even if I want control) Listening to that inner voice when something feels “off” Being okay with being misunderstood These lessons didn’t arrive...

Cold emailing makes you uncomfortable? You’re not alone. In this new Quick Wins episode, I walk you through 3 practical ways to attract new clients organically without sending a single cold email. We’ll break down: • How to pick ONE platform and own it • How to partner with complementary businesses & influencers • Why events still work and how to use them to your advantage Plus, a bonus pro ti...

In this solo episode, I share about my bandwidth limit and what happens when I ignore it. What are the early signals your brain sends when it needs a break? I talk through my own recent experience of pushing too far, what it taught me and how I created the space I needed to reset. You’ll hear: – The difference between being tired and being mentally overloaded – Practical ways to recharge quickly –...

How to get repeat customers who love your brand? This Quick Wins episode is here to help. Learn how to: Personalise your customer experience from day one Launch a simple but effective loyalty programme Stay top-of-mind with consistent social engagement Grow your online community, not just traffic and build an engaged audience with brand ambassadors. Content: (00:00) Introduction to ABO Quick...

What does it really take to leave a stable corporate career and finally bet on yourself? In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I sit down with Renaud-Louis, founder of Amplitude, a Hong Kong watch atelier born from 18 years of experience at Rolex and a lifelong passion for craftsmanship. Renaud-Louis shares the pivotal moments that pushed him from corporate comfort to entrepreneurship. What yo...

You don’t have a big marketing budget? No problem. Listen to this Quick Wins episode where I cover: How to use user-generated content for social proof Free tools for creating pro-level content How to collaborate with your local community to grow trust This is perfect for early-stage founders, small teams and solopreneurs looking to grow with creativity, not only with cash. Content: (00:00) In...