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Finding Mojo with Zana and Nico
by BSA Solutions Inc
In Finding Mojo, we will guide and inspire you to grow as an individual and find the balance to lead a meaningful and contented life. In each episode, we will share stories with key learnings that you can use as practical tools in navigating your life’s journey. We’ll touch on all aspects of life – relationships, career and finance. We hope you’ll seek to find the balance with your eyes wide open and take every challenge that life throws at you as an opportunity. This podcast is brought to you by BSA Solutions Inc. for the Millenials-on-the go in Cebu, Philippines.
Episodes
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Can You Survive Work Without Playing Politics? | Finding Mojo Season 3 The Audacity - Episode 5
You don't have to like everyone at work. But does it matter if the right people don't like you? In this episode of Finding Mojo: The Audacity, Joy and Karen welcome Jinky to the table for a rather candid conversation about office politics. It starts with a deceptively simple question: Is office...
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Reading is Dead... Unless? | Finding Mojo Season 3 The Audacity - Episode 4
Reading is dead. ...is it, though? Gabbie joins Joy and Karen for what begins as aconversation about books and very quickly becomes an argument about self-help,AI, critical thinking, language, escapism, smart-shaming and why some of ushave been confidently mispronouncing words since childhood....
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Colour Me Burned Out | Finding Mojo Season 3 The Audacity - Episode 3
You are allowed to disagree with this episode. There. Permission granted. 😂 Because Karen and Joy have... opinions. Burnout isn't just exhaustion. Purpose matters. Sometimes workplaces create unnecessary stress. Sometimes we create it. Younger generations may be better at boundaries. We may also...
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Introvert o Extrovert: Sino ang Headliner? | Finding Mojo Season 3 The Audacity - Episode 02
This episode contains: One introvert. One extrovert. Several questionable opinions. A surprising amount of tree-related discussion. Side effects may include: Questioning your personality type. Replaying your last performance review. Texting your work bestie: "...they're talking about us." 🎙️...
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How Are We Even Friends? | Finding Mojo Season 3 The Audacity - Episode 01
Have youever looked at one of your closest friends and wondered: "Howdid this even happen?" For thefirst episode of Finding Mojo: Season 3 Relaunched, Karen and Joy unpack thestory behind their friendship, the differences that should have kept themapart, and the conversations that somehow brought...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 3 Episode 2: Word of the Wise
Big moves don’t happen by chance—they’re built with strategy. In the latest episode of the Finding Mojo Podcast, we sit down with our Client Success Director, Marnie Aliviado, as she shares how she turns client acquisition into a full-scale operational success. With years of experience in the KPO...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 3 Episode 1: Good Looking Out
Now on its 3rd season, the Finding Mojo Podcast turns its spotlight inward, kicking things off with Monica Albaniel. Juggling client meetings while handling team members' concerns? It's all in a day's work for one of BSA's elite Talent and Client Experience Managers. Monica offers her insights,...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 16: Beyond the Fifth Candle
BSA Solutions has just turned 5, and who better to join us for the last podcast episode of 2025 than our very own Boss Lady, Zana Gawan-Taylor. Watch and listen as we take a trip down memory lane through the company's humble steps. Traversing the complicated runs of the pandemic, leaping over...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 15: The Movement Mindset
In this episode, sports, lifestyle and a sense of community work wonders for MACAULY LOFGREN. Born in Cebu and backed with years of corporate and life experiences in Australia, he comes back home to fulfill his passion for a healthier and engaging social sports community through his nonprofit NOT...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 14: Brew-Tiful Beginnings
In this episode, we talk to coffee savant Kaye Homecillo-Limosnero. A failed pitch for a coffee shop years ago didn't deter Kaye and her mom. Faced with the challenges of the pandemic, apart from multiple business decisions, Third Wave Coffee continues to thrive even more with its new location.…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 13: Lost In The Right Place
In this episode, we talk to book connoisseur Donald Villamero. His passion for creativity and the arts resonates with every move, every endeavor - seizing opportunities left and right. His latest move is Donald's legacy: gifting Cebu an intimate avenue for bookworms with Lost Books. A treasure...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 12: The Fade That Launched A Brand
In this episode, we talk to sales savant Stuart Wayne Violanda. Boss Stu, along with his team, successfully carved a niche in the Cebuano market. TUF Barbershop has become a go-to spot for gentlemen who want to be a "CUT" above the rest. His empire has expanded to the VisMin area, with Luzon as…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 11: Of Podcasts, Power Moves & Personal Bests
In this episode, we talk to the human Energizer bunny, Regina Evangelista. She has multiple businesses under her belt, a podcast, and an exhilarating run as a triathlete. She's constantly moved the goal post and she's always out to break more personal bests. Watch and listen to this episode with...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 10: The Risk-Taker Blueprint
In this episode, enter the elusive mind of Jericho Bacalso. Watch and listen as he chronicles his career moves and shifts. From nurse, civil engineer to real estate broker - real quick. Even managed to squeeze in some Toastmasters action. Whatta guy! Make no mistake about it though - he is a...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 9: Beats, Battles and Breakthroughs (Part 2)
Here is the second part of our Mental Health series talk with Clinical Psychologist Abby Banuag. This episode talks about the connection of social media with the uptick in the cases of self-harm or suicide and the precipitating factors. Abby also shares tips for a healthier mental state.
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 9: Beats, Battles and Breakthroughs (Part 1)
Get ready for an informative and eye-opening talk on mental health with Clinical Psychologist Abby Banuag. Part 1 of this 2-part series offers a deep dive into the right definition of mental health, the Pinoy psychology, and how our thoughts affect the way we deal with family, work…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 8: The Wong Side Of Innovation
In this episode, let's uncover the multifaceted Kyle Wong. He juggles his days as Innovations Head for IPI while being 1/3 of the Wonggoys. With a demanding yet fulfilling corporate job, Kyle manages to still create music with his brothers. His latest conquest: A solo career with a brand new...
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 7: Resonant Roots, Amplified Dreams
In this episode, it's all about music and the in-ear, ampless experience with Doc Ted and Adrienne of Resonant Audio. Both our guests are musicians with their own bands at first. After forming their own Christian band, Doc Ted's persistence in amplifying Adrienne's vocals, plus his growing lack…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 6: Dreaming of Purple Cows
In this episode, we introduce you to the wonderful, insightful, and curious John Smulo. His decision to move to the Philippines stemmed from his challenge with the huge time difference in the United States. The lifestyle change had him working nights and sleeping during the day. After moving to…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 5: Lights, Camera, Teacher!
In this episode, watch and listen to the story of quirky, heartwarming story of our guest, Billy Estremos. Taking chances and grabbing opportunities have become second nature to Billy. From being a reluctant substitute teacher to, now spearheading the Multimedia Arts class at Benedicto College…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 4: It's Raine-ing Blockchain - A Web3 Story
In this episode, let's discover together the wonderful world of Web3 and its infinite possibilities with our guest, Raine Laluna. From being a Damath champion and a radio talent in her elementary years, she took up industrial engineering in college - with marketing and advertising very close to…
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Finding Mojo Podcast Season 2 Episode 3: Legal Mind, Musical Soul
In this episode, let us introduce you to one of Cebu's hidden gems, Miss Nikki Lim! You know that one friend who's just skilled and gifted from the get-go? She's one of them. A competitive swimmer, dancer, a volunteer member of the Coast Guard, and a budding chef (if she wanted to). Nikki's done…
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Finding Mojo Season 2 Episode 2: Rapper Magic Thinking Big
In this episode, get ready to read the brilliant mind of one of the country's fastest-rising rappers, Cookie$. From his humble beginnings learning to play music in church, to quickly blossoming into a rock drummer, Job (in real life) went through a major speed bump after moving to Atlanta, thus...
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Finding Mojo Season 2 Premiere: Leading the stage with Margo Frasco, the Multifaceted Maven.
In this episode, Zana and Nico chat with Margo Frasco, a successful entrepreneur, radio host, and dance and performing arts director. Margo shares her journey of pursuing her passions across different countries and cultures. She reveals how she balances her family business with her creative...
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Episode 14 - Full Throttle in Speed and Life
This episode features Joe Vincent Medrano, one of our modern-day road heroes. He provides daily ease and comfort for commuters as one of our dynamic and energetic Angkas bikers - like a Grab rider but on a motorbike. Everything started with his love for going the distance and pushing the limits…
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Episode 13 - Pivoting with A Clear Purpose
In this episode, we spent an afternoon with Clyde Maratas. His passion for quality service, his sound business acumen, and his undeniable charm, has won him more clients, and dare we say a "Poster Boy" candidate for his company, IntelliCare. Clyde pursued varied interests in his teenage years,...
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Episode 12 - Taking the Road Less Travelled.
BSA Solutions Inc. officially turns TWO on the 3 October, reaching a full 24 months of commitment, dedication, and enduring efforts on the part of the team. In this episode, Zana took us down memory lane, how Team BSA started at the same time as COVID-19 and how they navigated through it, but…
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Episode 11 - Between Sunstar, Fantasy Fool and Beautiful Show.
Get some insights on how you can turn your passion into a career when you have a vision. In this episode, we spent the afternoon with Luis Quibranza, finding out how his work as an editor has helped him stay focused on his passion for pursuing his career as a musician. Luis's love for writing,...
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Episode 10 How King Spade makes the most of vinyl records.
Meet Simon Nunez, aka King Spade, a Cebu-based musician, and an entrepreneur. Inspired by his grandfather and father, who were also musicians in the 1990s, he spent his younger years listening to their music and taught himself how to play the guitar and read music. He followed his passion…
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Episode 9 - This Filipino Will Teach You All You Need To Know About working with Australians
Many young Filipinos choose to live and work abroad for a promising brighter future. Living abroad is a unique transitional experience, and it may not be for everyone. During the COVID pandemic, many decided to return and settle at home in the Philippines. In this episode, we have Clacier…
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Episode 8 Best advice you could ever get in being financially responsible.
A special guest in this Episode 8 is the Chief Financial Controller and Co-founder of BSA Solutions Inc, Chino Chua. Chino has achieved what many accountants can only dream of. In his studies, Chino was magna cum laude in his university and the top ten scorers in the Philippines for his CPA board...
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Episode 7 - Take your first step towards self-discovery
There's no better time to get started on taking the first step towards self-discovery. Find your mojo and live the life you want. Sounds like a complex topic? In this episode, we have Phil Pynor, a pastor and corporate strategist, who will unpack the process for us. Phil currently lives in Cebu...
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Episode 6 - A Tango with COVID
🔊 We brought to you Dr Cecile Cabias-Jaca, an internal medicine, cardiologist. She shared her experience in treating COVID patients in four hospitals in Cebu from the start, through the troughs and peaks of the pandemic, until now. She has the actual data that proves how vaccination can save a...
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Episode 5 Part 2 Deep Listening is a Loving Speech
We continue with Part 2 of the series with Azah Yazmin, the relationship therapist. We explore a technique focusing on creating an emotionally safe space in a conversation. In this episode, Zana and Nico imitate a couple, negotiating the demand of career and family. When using the 'I' statement…
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Episode 5 Deep Listening is a Loving Speech
This two-part series will explore how our conversation style influences our relationships. Our guest, Azah Yazmin, a trained emotionally-focused relationship therapist, will share the ‘process’ in managing tough and deep conversations for successful relationships. We judge from the first five...
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Episode 4 Finding Balance at Midlife
Our special guest in this episode is Nicolay Enriquez, my co-host who wears many hats as a radio DJ, event host, and singer-songwriter. Nico shared his journey to becoming a radio DJ and how it opens the doors to other opportunities. Ready to settle down at 37, he fell in love with a neighbour....
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Episode 3 Self-empowerment through Cosplay
In this episode, we have Mais Semblante who found her mojo and chose Cosplay as her profession. She knew that she was different, unlike other girls since she was a kid. An introvert, she built her own world, found comfort in comic books, play-acting the characters from her comic books and…
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Episode 2 Passion and Philanthropy with Marvin Conson
Having tried different career paths from a call centre agent to a web developer in a full-time job, made Marvin a better business owner in the health and lifestyle industry. Starting a business during the pandemic was challenging and requires Marvin to be fluid and make difficult bold decisions....
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Episode 1 Welcome to Finding Mojo!
Welcome to Finding Mojo, hosted by Zana Gawan-Taylor and Nicholay Enriquez. I am Zana, a Malaysian and currently residing in Cebu City, Philippines since 2018. I am the CEO of BSA Solutions Inc. I am passionate about developing professional talents in the Philippines and helping businesses build...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In Finding Mojo, we will guide and inspire you to grow as an individual and find the balance to lead a meaningful and contented life. In each episode, we will share stories with key learnings that you can use as practical tools in navigating your life’s journey. We’ll touch on all aspects of life – relationships, career and finance. We hope you’ll seek to find the balance with your eyes wide open and take every challenge that life throws at you as an opportunity. This podcast is brought to you by BSA Solutions Inc. for the Millenials-on-the go in Cebu, Philippines.
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