Andrea Locsin From Architect to Founder - Kindness, Boundaries, and Building Opportunity in the Philippines

Andrea Locsin—licensed architect turned global entrepreneur, and ⭐OFIK CO-AUTHOR⭐—built a virtual-services business during the pandemic by saying "yes," learning fast, and leading with integrity. She now creates paid opportunities for seniors and adults with special needs through a restaurant that doubles as a place of purpose and belonging. In this episode, Andrea shares why "starting small" changes lives, how faith and reflection keep her grounded, and why kindness sometimes requires firm boundaries. You'll also hear a powerful story about mentoring street teens, plus the simple pause-practice that helps Andrea respond with care instead of reaction.   Connect with Andrea: https://www.ourremoteoffice.com/  Kindness challenge: The 5-Second Pause Challenge: For one week, practice one tiny pause before you react—especially in stressful moments. • Take one slow breath before responding (even on email/text) • Ask yourself: "What would the kind version of my truth sound like?" • If you're heated, say: "Give me one minute—I want to say this right." • Notice what changes in your tone, your body, and the other person's response.  Inspiration: Borrow calm from role models—then practice it in real life. Andrea points to leaders who hold boundaries with compassion (like Judge Frank Caprio) and to stories that rekindle hope when life isn't fair. • Watch a few clips from Judge Frank Caprio to study calm + fairness under pressure. • Add one "kindness-under-stress" movie night: The Bucket List or John Q (Andrea's picks). • If you want a practical communication tool Michael references: explore Never Split the Difference (Chris Voss / Black Swan Group).   Please visit our website to get more information: http://ourfutureiskind.com/  Michael G. Neece's Essential Information -Book a Call! https://ourfutureiskind.as.me  -PressKit: https://onedrive.live.com/?redeem=aHR0cHM6Ly8xZHJ2Lm1zL2YvcyFBaVdyWHZsbEx3Ujl4WGJEZzRkcGE4ZDBWMUVGP2U9a3R6TTBP    🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@YourNextKeynoteSpeaker/?sub_confirmation=1    ⭐⭐⭐ Audio Podcast is currently on your favorite platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7aQcfpaZkX9Wisd9c9BWXv  ApplePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-future-is-kind-podcast/id1784037822  AmazonPodcast: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b3e101ff-9a05-4a17-9160-879012997d5c/our-future-is-kind-podcast    Podcast guests and key partners: @ShariAlyse @ThirdWaveVolunteers @Nataliesiston @bravehealerproductions2444 @mari_trademarks @erikwalkerneill9708 @lisapowellgraham @TheMyImpossiblePodcast_MK @_bernadette_smith @nikki-groom @laraheacock4059 @bravehealerproductions2444 @ChefaloConsulting @MindfulManagementPodcast   Michael is co-founder of The Human Summit,  Learn about The Human Summit: www.thehumansummit.com/home  https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-human-summit  https://www.facebook.com/groups/thehumansummit    🔗 Check Out My Books Here! 🚀 "Tony Jenzano, Astronaut Trainer" https://www.amazon.com/Tony-Jenzano-Astronaut-Trainer-Stars/dp/1469659921  ⭐ "In Kind" https://www.amazon.com/Kind-Consciously-Craft-Meaningful-Career/dp/B0CT32X7LD  🏅 International #1 Best Seller "Joy Unleashed" https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Unleashed-Ultimate-Guide-Living-ebook/dp/B0G46K2MZC    🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelGNeeceAuthor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgneece/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yournextkeynotespeaker/  Website: https://www.ourfutureiskind.com/    📩 For business inquiries: [email protected]  ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FP3M_hjbVM  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc3s0EP4b28  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgQaO_LOGME  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkCL2dMi_e0  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T766pHw-7BA  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8_SyObRtsY  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P3-mJeeu5Q  ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UdJ66ej_yU  ================================= For Collaboration and Business inquiries, please reach out: 📩 Email: [email protected]    🔔 Want to boost efficiency, innovation, and productivity through kindness? Subscribe for expert insights, inspiring podcasts, and powerful strategies! https://www.youtube.com/@YourNextKeynoteSpeaker/?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= 🔎 Related Phrases: #leadership #Motivation #LeadershipDevelopment #TeamBuilding #CorporateCulture #EmployeeEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #MotivationalSpeaking #EffectiveCommunication #CareerSuccess #ProductivityHacks #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceKindness #InnovationInBusiness #WorkplaceWellbeing #InclusiveLeadership #GrowthMindset #KindnessMatters #ConflictResolution #SelfCareForLeaders #TrustInTeams #BetterTogether #Podcast #Kindness #future #Culture #Books #HumanSummit