Asian Business Owners - A.B.O.

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) Leve...

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...

🚨 Big news: Asian Business Owners is getting even more practical. Introducing Quick Wins, short, sharp episodes packed with actionable business advice — in 3 minutes. Each week, you'll get tips on one specific challenge entrepreneurs face, from building an audience to using AI, handling burnout or boosting sales with Instagram. Short, practical, specific: listen to proven tips you can implement t...

What does it take to walk away from a stable career and start over completely? In this episode replay, Laurie Mias shares her journey from a stable life and job in Paris to launching her own wellness brand in Hong Kong. We talk about the challenges of leaving security behind, the emotional rollercoaster of starting from zero and the unexpected truths no one tells you about entrepreneurship. If you...

Listen or re-listen to this episode that you particularly loved. Laurie's story is fascinating, as she quit everything: job, boyfriend, native country — and moved to the other side of the planet to reinvent herself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you run a business when nothing is certain? In this special medley episode of Asian Business Owners, 3 founders share what it’s really like to navigate unpredictable markets, major transitions and high-stakes decisions without all the answers. Listen to: Christian Mongendre , founder of TreeHouse, on surviving COVID-19, navigating economic slowdowns and adapting to shifting food trends Jing...

What do you do when the plan falls apart? From navigating COVID closures and market shifts, to trying something for the first from scratch with no experience, to leaving a thriving business right before the pandemic — these entrepreneurs show us how to keep moving with uncertainty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of your favourite episodes When Ariane Zagury moved to Asia, she was pregnant, jobless and had no business plan. Today? She runs Rue Madame Fashion Group, a retail empire with over 50 fashion boutiques across Asia, including brands like American Vintage, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, Sandro, Jonak and more. In this powerful conversation, Ariane opens up about: – How she started from scratch in a new...

You particularly loved this story and I agree with you, her story is pretty inspiring. During this holiday season, while travelling or working, listen or re-listen to previous episodes you loved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You're at a crossroads wondering if it’s time to pivot? In this special episode of Asian Business Owners, 3 entrepreneurs in Asia share the exact moment they knew they had to change direction. From feeling off-track to redefining success and walking away from what no longer served them, these stories will help you trust your gut and take the next step with clarity. Listen to: Maaike Steinebach on...

You might have experienced a pivot moment when you had to make a decision and choose a direction. In this upcoming special episode, three entrepreneurs in Asia share their pivot moment. Stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special medley episode of Asian Business Owners, we dive into one of the most requested topics: marketing that actually works. You’ll hear real, proven strategies from my guests — no fluff, no generic advice, just authentic stories from Asian entrepreneurs who’ve built brands that connect and convert. In this episode: How Catherine Marie Pun used authentic content to reach 17M+ views How R...

Real founders, real results. In this upcoming episode, discover the marketing strategies that actually move the needle — no fluff, just what works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode (recorded in Paris!), I sit down with Karin Chan, a quiet force behind a strong global community and innovative career experiments. Karin shares how her upbringing, creativity and love for connecting people shaped her career path. She embraced a slasher lifestyle and intentionally chose softness over scale, opening up about building businesses that serve people — not just metrics....

What is this hustle culture really about? This week, my guest shares why she’s boundaries and intentional growth over constant grind. There’s a different way to succeed. This is your permission slip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it really take to scale a business from nothing to over 200 employees with global partners? In this new, short and powerful episode format, I talk to Hiroki Kato, founder of Arches, leading knowledge-sharing service in Asia for companies investing in Asia. What we discussed: • The unfiltered truth behind his rapid growth — from early-stage chaos to closing fundraising rounds • The mindse...

Rebecca Chung was a music teacher searching for something more. In this episode, she opens up about the unexpected twists that led her to create High Society Clinic — successful beauty clinics in Hong Kong. Listen to her authentic story about pivoting and building a business that resonates and reflects her highest ambitions. Don't miss that episode, especially if you're thinking about your next mo...

This week, my guest's journey is proof that the right pivot can open new doors. Discover her story soon, stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you go from burnout to building a platform with 17M+ views? Catherine Marie Pun, co-founder of Friday Club, shares her journey from quitting a corporate journalist career to creating content that actually resonates. We talk about staying authentic in a noisy world, bringing fresh perspectives and building a diverse team, tackling mental health and reaching Gen Z without the fluff. Content:...

This week, my guest opens up about the highs and lows of doing work that matters. We talk burnout, identity and what it really takes to carve your own path. Just a taste of what’s coming in the full episode, stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever had a business idea that just felt right? In this episode, I chat with Rickesh Kishnani, the co-founder of Rare Whisky Holdings — a serial entrepreneur who turned his passion for whisky into a booming investment company. But this story isn’t just about spirits — it’s about trusting your gut, learning from setbacks and building something meaningful. What you’ll hear: The importance of testing...

How do you price your services with confidence — and actually get paid what you're worth? In this special medley episode, 3 Asian entrepreneurs share real lessons about money, pricing and financial stability in business. You’ll hear: 💰 How to set your pricing & why it impacts how people see your brand 📊 Tips for managing cash flow ⚖️ Balancing ambition and financial fear Whether you’re a new...

What does it really take to build a creative and sustainable business that feels true to you? In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I chat with Rowena Gonzales, founder of Liquid Interiors, interior design company in Hong Kong. Rowena opened up about her 16-year journey as an entrepreneur that started after she quit her job in corporate to leading a purpose-driven interior design firm. Things...

What if interior design could do more than look good? Discover the surprising shift that changed my guest’s business game. She redefined what wellness means — and one bold move turned everything upside down. Episode coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if success isn’t about the noise around you — but finally listening to yourself? In this episode of Asian Business Owners, I sat down with Christian Mongendre, founder of Treehouse. From being a top athlete to launching one of Hong Kong’s most loved plant-based restaurants, his path is all about alignment, intention and growth. We talked about what success really means, especially when things...