How Two OFWs Built a Successful Business in Singapore | Hoy! Aba Teka Ep. 6 (Part 1)

In Part 1 of Episode 6, Chef Martin and Cyra sit down with OFW couple Catherine and Gilbert Salonga to share how they transitioned from corporate IT jobs in Malaysia and Singapore to building their own business. What began as a small jersey side hustle for Filipino sports leagues grew into merchandise, thrift retail (ukay), food and drinks, and a physical presence at Lucky Plaza. They unpack the Filipino “employee mindset,” OFW burnout, and the risks of entrepreneurship, offering an honest conversation about faith, community, timing, and redefining success abroad.✨ The conversation also dives into:Growing up with the “stable job first” mentalityLife as OFWs in Malaysia and SingaporeBurnout, midlife reflection, and career dissatisfactionWhy salary alone isn’t enough without long-term planningHow a small jersey side hustle turned into a businessBuilding through Filipino sports and community networksEarly challenges of retail and running a business in SingaporeFollow us on: ➡️ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hoyabateka/➡️ Tiktok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@hoyabateka➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoyabateka/➡️ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/hoy-aba-teka/id1847157163➡️ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hoyabatekapodcast#FilipinoPodcast #HoyAbaTeka #podcast