Workaholic with Kiko Mabilog

If you’re ending the year feeling behind, off track, or like you’ve wasted time… this episode is for you. I’m breaking down 5 powerful truths that will help you reframe failure, refuel your motivation, and finish stronger—even if you didn’t hit your goals. Hopefully, these five lessons will help you make the mindset shift that could change how you approach everything in 2026. Don’t quit now. Press...

Life is unfair. Sometimes, you don’t get the promotion, the economy can be bad, your emergency expenses can overwhelm you. In times like this, the temptation is to default to a victim mentality and blame everyone around you. Here’s a better path forward and what it could bring to you.

AI is getting faster, smarter, and cheaper—but there are three things it will never replace. In this episode, we explore why these 3 important and deeply human skills are the new competitive advantage in the AI age, and how you can sharpen them to stay relevant, thrive in your career, and create more freedom in your life.

Our company was making ₱1,000,000 in a month, but I still found myself saying, “I was happier earning less.” How much money do we need to earn to be happy? Will more money bring more happiness? This episode dives into a blueprint for finding your Enough Number so you can buy back your time, not just your toys. What’s inside: ​The accidental confession that changed how I chase revenue ​Why chasing...

In this episode of Workaholic , I take you on a roadside-rescue tour for your work life— starting with that sinking feeling of being lost in the middle of nowhere. We'll discuss The three warning lights : Promotion Plateau, Income Flatline, and Purpose Drift—why they show up and how they quietly drain motivation. The hidden price of staying stuck : disengagement that bleeds ≈ $1.9 trillion from bu...

What really creates wealth: your network, your IQ, or sheer grit? In this episode, we unpack the one factor almost everyone overlooks—money is imaginary. We’ll explore: Why your internal money narratives hold you back. If you believe “I’ll never have enough” or “Rich people are greedy,” you’ll unconsciously sabotage your own success. Learn how to spot, challenge, and rewrite those stories. How to...

Are you constantly wondering why your big dreams haven't materialized yet? Let's tackle the uncomfortable truth about personal growth. I break down the practical reality that your income ceiling, relationship quality, and overall life satisfaction are directly tied to your willingness to evolve and adapt. Topics in this episode: Why blaming external factors keeps you stuck in mediocrity Th...

Why do most OFWs struggle to experience financial freedom despite earning a lot of money? I sit down with Singapore-based Executive Wealth Manager Rico Desengaño , who transformed years of overseas sacrifice into financial freedom. In this eye-opening conversation, we tackle the real retirement struggles facing Filipino overseas workers and practical strategies to overcome them. Listen to the podc...

Do you feel like you're living in back-to-back meetings with nothing to show for it? In this episode, I break down my exact system for reducing meeting overload without missing important conversations or opportunities. You'll discover: The hidden productivity cost of excessive meetings (hint: it's more than just the time spent in them) My 5-step meeting reduction framework that saved m...

What do we really want out of life? More money, power, success? Or do we just want more freedom?  I share my two cents on what true freedom looks like, the myths we believe about freedom, and the three types of freedom we should pursue if we want to live happier more meaningful lives.  Let's dive in! Links:  Listen to the audio podcast version: https://open.spotify.com/show/4wHyOEe7WVoZm07GA1o...

In this video, we dive into the essential skills of setting boundaries, learning to say “no,” and managing toxic relationships. If you're feeling overwhelmed by people who drain your energy or just want to create healthier dynamics in your life, this video is for you. 📞 Do you want to beat procrastination? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.com/patrick-mabilog 👥...

Why do we procrastinate? We think it's because we don't have discipline or lack the right tools. As important as these are, they won't work if you don't address this one issue. In a 2013 study, Dr. Pychyl and Dr. Sirois found that procrastination can be understood as “the primacy of short-term mood repair … over the longer-term pursuit of intended actions.” 📞 Do you want to beat p...

Do you feel like you’re a slave of your work calendar? In this podcast, I’ll share 5 powerful hacks to help you reclaim your time and finally have the freedom to focus on what truly matters. These are the exact strategies top entrepreneurs and high-performers use to work smarter, not harder. 📞 Do you want to beat procrastination? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.co...

Do you ever put off tasks—not because you're lazy? It's frustrating when we stop being committed to a goal. You're not alone. There's one thing that's killing your accountability to your goals and holding you back from being more productive. Dive in to learn what that one thing is and how to overcome it. Atomic Habits Summary: https://patrickmabilog.com/atomic-habits-summary/...

Why do New Year's resolutions fail? In this episode, we dismantle the myths of New Year's resolutions and reveal effective strategies for real and lasting change in 2025. 📞 Do you want to beat procrastination? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.com/patrick-mabilog 👥 Join our free community on Nas.io (Freebies inside): https://nas.io/freedom-formula-community

Ever find yourself feeling uneasy the second you close your laptop for a quick break, or worse, wracked with guilt when you dare to plan a vacation? In this episode, we dive into why it’s so hard to step away from work without second-guessing ourselves and share some important strategies to overcome this feeling. 📞 Do you want to become more productive? Book a free productivity audit with me: htt...

You’ll never know when a colleague could take credit for your work. When it happens, it can be quite stressful. In this episode, we talk about credit takers, why they take credit, and how you should respond to them. 📞 Do you want to become more productive? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.com/patrick-mabilog 👥 Join our free community on Nas.io (Freebies inside): h...

📞 Do you want to become more productive? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.com/patrick-mabilog 👥 Join our free community on Nas.io (Freebies inside): https://nas.io/freedom-formula-community

If you’re an entrepreneur, startup founder, or small business owner, you shouldn’t ignore this one sales and business growth strategy used by many of the most successful companies. 📞 Do you want to become more productive? Book a free productivity audit with me: https://meetings.hubspot.com/patrick-mabilog 👥 Join our free community on Nas.io (Freebies inside): https://nas.io/freedom-formula-commu...

People miss out on career opportunities and growth when they refuse to show up. In this podcast, we talk about the reasons why we refuse to show up, the benefits of showing up and the 3 commitments to help you show up more.

Is it wrong to be a narcissist? If it’s so bad why do some people thrive even if they’re so obviously narcissists? Take the examples of Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and more. In this episode, we look at healthy narcissism, its benefits, and how to distinguish it from unhealthy narcissism. Mentioned link in the episode: https://simonsinek.com/podcast/episodes/more-thinking-about-thinking-with-brene-brown...

If you’re a parent and a professional, the greatest struggle has to be balancing both aspects of your life. How do you strike a healthy balance? Can you succeed at work and also maintain a healthy home? We dive into those questions and more in this episode.

I now can officially say that I hate public speaking. And that I no longer consider myself a public speaker.  Here's why I let go of public speaking as a career and some realizations to help you navigate if you feel lost in your career or if it's time to make some profession changes.

You might or might not believe in serendipity, or maybe you call it something else— chance, luck, or the will of God. But there are moments that change your life, work, or business forever. Let's talk about that this week.

We often bring our work when we're on vacation, going through the weekend, or disconnecting. That's because we don't want the work to pile up when we get back or drop the ball when we're out of the office. But it's more than okay to disconnect from work, and possibly too completely! And no, the company won't burn to the ground when you're away. Let's talk about that...