The Quick Huddle

In this episode, we'll be exploring what truly makes us human based on my own perspective. It's easy to get caught up in the daily grind of life, but let's take a step back and reflect on the deeper aspects of our humanity.

We all have the power in our hands - surround ourselves with people and content that matter to us and our goals. By being intentional with our choices, we can navigate the pitfalls of our culture and work towards building habits that reflect our true nature. And while it may take time and patience, we have the ability to shape our future and become the best version of ourselves.

So let's choose our actions wisely, knowing that everything we give to the universe will come back to us. By focusing on positivity and striving to make a positive impact, we can tap into the true essence of our humanity and unlock our full potential.

So take a deep breath, relax, and join us on this journey of self-discovery. Together, we'll explore what makes us truly human and embrace the endless possibilities that await us

Join us as we explore what makes us truly human and how we can live our lives with purpose and meaning.

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The Quick Huddle - Episode: Ganda ng Life, di ba? (Solo)

Episode Description/Summary: In this solo episode of "The Quick Huddle," host Harvey shares his personal reflections on the beauty of life from his own perspective. He discusses how his insights have been influenced by the books he has read over the years. Harvey emphasizes the interconnectedness of everything and highlights the simplicity of life. He delves into the concept of desire, drawing from stoic philosophy and the quote by Epictetus. Harvey explores the idea of wants and desires and how they can sometimes paralyze us. He encourages listeners to identify and understand their own capacity to be limitless in their own unique way. Harvey also discusses the influence of marketing in shaping our culture, social norms, and habits, and how our actions are often a reflection of our experiences. He provides examples to help listeners gain a better understanding of this context. Additionally, Harvey shares a best practice for narrowing down desires and turning them into actionable items. Drawing a comparison to a game, he likens life to having daily quests that need to be accomplished. He recalls childhood experiences as an example. Harvey emphasizes the importance of setting goals as they act as a guide and spark purpose in life. Lastly, he discusses the concept of control and encourages listeners to identify what they can and cannot control while conserving their energy.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:12] Sharing personal reflections on the beauty of life

[02:45] Influence of books on Harvey's perspective

[04:17] Everything is connected, and life is simple

[06:03] Discussing desire and drawing from stoic philosophy

[08:21] Paralysis caused by wants and desires

[10:09] Understanding your own capacity to be limitless

[11:50] The influence of marketing and its impact on culture and norms

[14:32] Actions as reflections of our experiences

[16:07] Examples to better understand the context

[18:29] Best practice for narrowing down desires and making them actionable

[20:15] Contrasting life to a game and daily quests

[22:30] Setting goals as a guide and finding purpose

[24:45] Identifying what can and cannot be controlled while conserving energy

[26:18] Conclusion

Thank you for listening to "The Quick Huddle"! If you have any further questions or would like to share your thoughts on this episode, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

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Supermom: Juggling Business, Work, and Being a Mother with Mariel Pante Season 1, Episode 12

Episode Type: With Guest

Guest Name: Mariel Pante

Guest Background: Mariel Pante is a business owner of Kusina Ni Bibi located in Naga City. She is also a freelancer for D'Geeks. In addition to her professional pursuits, Mariel is a dedicated mother and soon-to-be wife.

Episode Description/Summary:

In this episode of "The Quick Huddle," we sit down with Mariel Pante, a remarkable entrepreneur and supermom who successfully juggles her business, work, and motherhood. Mariel shares her inspiring journey of starting her business, Kusina Ni Bibi, during the pandemic and transitioning from being an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) back to the Philippines. She also dives into her experience as a freelancer and offers valuable insights into managing multiple responsibilities.

Mariel discusses the challenges she faced and the practical decision to settle in the Philippines due to living expenses and convenience. She reveals how she explained the move to her partner, who shares her love for exploring new things, especially when it comes to food.

We explore Mariel's entrepreneurial endeavors, starting with her preloved business and the subsequent establishment of Kusina Ni Bibi, a thriving food venture. She also delves into her journey as a freelancer, emphasizing the importance of building a portfolio and taking charge of her own professional path.

One of the key aspects of the episode is Mariel's ability to effectively manage her roles as a mother, wife, business owner, and freelancer. She reveals her personal organization system, which involves categorizing tasks and schedules for business, household chores, and her children. Mariel highlights the significance of communication and shared values when hiring and working with others.

Throughout the conversation, Mariel emphasizes the value of learning from failures and not being afraid to take risks. She encourages listeners to strive for more than the bare minimum and give their best effort every day.

Join us in this engaging episode as we gain valuable insights from Mariel Pante, a supermom who exemplifies the power of perseverance and effective multitasking.

Timestamps:

0:45 - Introduction

02:00 - Anong ganap? (Current life happenings)

06:50 - Flashback

11:00 - Walk us through how she explained settling in the Philippines with her partner.

12:25 - Starting again after returning to the Philippines.

14:40 - Exposure to business and unexpected paths.
17:57 - How she juggled being a mother, wife, business owner, and freelancer?

22:18 - Summary of Mariel's organization system (Miggy)

26:22 - One last piece of advice

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In this episode of The Quick Huddle, we welcome Mr. Ronald Rodriguez, the president of the startup community in Naga City, Camarines Sur.

Ronald "Bong" Rodriguez's Journey from Government Service to Startup Community President

• Ronald's current hustle includes being the founder and CEO of Learner Corporation, a training and enablement company, as well as consulting engagements in Metro Manila and serving on the board for various startup companies. He is also the Founding and sitting President for Naga City's Local Startup Community, Harong Katuod (Haka)
• Before delving into his current endeavors, we explore Ronald's past work experience, which began in the national government service, including roles in the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Office of the President of the Philippines.
• Ronald then transitioned to the Asian Institute of Management. He later entered the corporate tech environment, working at companies like Oracle Philippines Corporation, and Hewlett Packard (HP), and having plans to join IBM before a life-changing opportunity arose.
• Invited by Vincent Demarillo, a prominent figure in Philippine startups, Ronald joined Acalef in Singapore, marking hise etry into the world of startups and entrepreneurship.
• From there, Ronald immersed himself in the startup ecosystem and eventually started his own company, fueled by the challenges, creativity, and decision-making required in the startup environment.

REACH OUT & LEARN MORE ABOUT HAKA:

Website: www.haka.ph

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarongKatuodNaga

Email: [email protected]

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