The Philippine Business Playbook

From the Montecima Clubhouse at Monterrazas de Cebu, Bryan takes in a 360-degree view of Cebu City and shares what makes this place truly special.Pointing out familiar landmarks below, he talks about what drew him to Cebu, why it feels like home, and why he chose to build not just a second home here, but a business as well. It’s a perspective on place, people, and potential, and why Cebu continues to stand out as a city worth believing in.TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 1:10 - Introduction1:11 - 3:15 - Cebu Landmarks: Featuring Cebu’s Finest3:16 - 3:56 - A City Buzzing with Potential3:57 - 4:39 - Closing Statement + Credits

The right offshore hire doesn’t just fill a role. It elevates an organization.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” CEO Scott Mesh of Los Niños Services shares how Tahche delivered the perfect first hire, why the Philippines became a cultural match for his team, and why he wishes he had started offshoring much sooner.From performance-driven structures to the Three Cs of great leadership, this conversation is packed with lessons for business owners and executives thinking about building their first offshore team.Read more here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/offshoring-success-scott-mesh-los-ninos-services/TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 1:54 - Introduction1:55 -  3:43 - Getting to Know Scott Mesh and Los Niños Services3:44 - 5:23 - Discovering Outsourcing5:24 - 6:35 - The Advantage of the Tahche Cost-Plus Model6:36 - 11:36 - Right Fit from the First Hire 11:37 - 14:39 - The Importance of Close Involvement When Hiring14:40 - 16:56 - Making the Most of It with Poetry 16:57 - 22:16 - Connecting, Communicating, and Coordinating as Keys to Success22:17 - 25:33 - Tips for Offshoring First-Timers25:34 - 28:35 - Taking on Coaching28:36 - 30:30 - What’s Next for Los Niños Services30:31 - 32:12 - Closing Remarks + Credits

Marc Schwartzberg, CEO of Office Furniture Heaven, joins Bryan in this latest episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” to unpack how a New York-built brand scaled its design capacity with a trusted manager and a reliable global team. Marc shares his start, the playbook behind fast, clean installs, and how the same talents that make great designers in the U.S. also make great designers in the Philippines. Practical talk on standards, culture, and the systems that make offshoring a successful model for American businesses.Read more here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/office-design-offshoring/TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 3:12 - Introduction3:13 - 4:32 -  A Brief History of Office Furniture Heaven 4:33 - 5:41 - “The World is Flat”5:42 - 13:22 - OFH’s Offshoring Journey: A Good Manager is Key to Success13:23 - 15:23 - Maximizing ROI with an Offshore Department15:24 - 16:47 - Providing Real Opportunities for Filipino Professionals16:48 - 20:53 - Offshore Employees Stepping Up with Excellence20:54 - 25:28 - Benefits of Offshoring with the Right Partner25:29 - 28:45 - Talent Knows No Borders28:46 - 29:30 - OFH x Tahche29:31 - 37:14 - What the Future Holds for OFH37:15 - 38:28 - Closing Remarks + Credits

In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan, Vicky, and Therese visit Ato-ah, now a Michelin Selected restaurant under the Michelin Guide Philippines 2025.They went beyond the usual Filipino staples like lumpiang shanghai, pancit, and adobo, and discovered the rich flavors of authentic Cebuano cuisine. From humba to kilawin, each signature dish brought a burst of flavor and a unique gastronomic experience they won’t be forgetting any time soon. This is a true world-class dining experience, and one we highly recommend to anyone visiting the Philippines.TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 2:12 - Introduction2:13 - 5:37 - Discovering the best of Cebuano cuisine5:38 - 9:34 - Culinary insights9:35 - 10:16 - An invitation to Cebu’s finest10:17 - 10:52 - Closing remarks + credits#Tahche #hirewithTahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Atoah #MichelinSelected #FilipinoFood #FilipinoCulture #CebuRestaurant #FoodVlog #Offshoring

The Tahche Cheetahs Basketball Club is back in action for 2025, gearing up for another run at the BPO Clash championship. The grind never stopped, and this year, the goal is even bigger.In this special episode, Bryan stops by practice to catch up with Coach Aries and the team, taking you behind the scenes for an inside look at the work, discipline, and camaraderie driving the Cheetahs both on and off the court.TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 2:55 - Introduction2:56 - 3:03 - It’s game time!3:04 - 8:25 - Interview with Tahche Cheetahs players Timm and Benn8:26 - 18:08 - Interview with Coach Aries18:09 - 18:30 - Closing remarks + credits#Tahche #hirewithTahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #BPO #BPOClash #EmployeeEngagement #WorkLifeBalance #BasketballClub #TahcheCheetahs

The Philippine BPO industry isn’t slowing down. It’s evolving.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan and Vicky break down how the country’s outsourcing sector continues to thrive amid global protectionism and the rise of AI. They also tackle the U.S. millionaire boom and what it reveals about how businesses are scaling today.If you want to understand where global growth is heading and how the Philippines fits into that story, this is the episode to watch.📖 Read more about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/philippine-bpo-growth-and-us-millionaire-surge/TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 0:37 - Introduction0:38 - 4:25 - The Philippines’ BPO sector remains strong despite global protectionism4:26 - 7:20 - U.S. experiences a millionaire surge in 20247:21 - 7:44 - Closing remarks + credits#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #Outsourcing #BPO #PhilippineBPO #AmericanMillionaires #AIBoom #BusinessTrend #trending

Our Summer 2025 interns have officially taken over! And yes, they brought real intern chaos with them. 🤪 From funny moments in the office to real lessons on work, culture, and life, these guys kept us entertained and inspired.At Tahche, internships aren’t just about the job. They’re about learning skills you’ll use for life, making new friends, and having a whole lot of fun along the way. 🎥 Watch the full episode if you’re ready to laugh and learn with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G40RWpC4gcMTIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 0:57 - Introduction0:58 - 4:18 - Keeping in shape in the Philippines4:19 - 12:50 - Fun times at the Tahche HQ12:51 - 15:15 - Visiting Tahche’s Metro Manila office15:16 - 19:58 - Travel & food in the Philippines19:59 - 28:22 - Internship takeaways28:23 - 32:38 - 🔥Lit weekends🔥32:39 - 33:02 - Closing statement + credits

When tragedy struck Cebu, the community didn’t hesitate. They ran. 🏃‍♂️💛In this special episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” we join the Tahche Runners Club and Bryan as they take part in the “Run for a Cause” which happened last Oct. 4, an event organized by local running groups to gather relief goods and support the survivors of the 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck the north of Cebu last Sept. 30.What started as a simple run became something bigger. Strangers turned into teammates, runners became responders, and an entire city moved with one purpose: to lift each other up.TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 2:01 - Introduction 2:02 - 10:59 - Interview with the Oct. 4 Run For A Cause organizers11:00 - 17:35 - Interview with Tahche Runners Club members17:36 - 17:57 - Closing statement + credits#Tahche #RunnersClub #RunForACause #Cebu #EarthquakePH #hirewithTahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

In this special episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan and Vicky talk about the success of Tahche’s internship program, and how it has been a literal life-changing experience for our interns.Because at Tahche, you don’t just learn technical skills. You also learn culture, interact with the best people, and learn the soft skills that get you through life inside and outside the office. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 1:32 - Introduction1:33 - 3:31 - Intern feedback and immersion with the Tahche team3:32 - 7:22 - Tahche’s global internship experience7:23 - 8:56 - Understanding Tahche’s world-class support8:57 - 10:08 - Closing remarks + credits#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #Internship #Internship2025 #Mentorship #InternshipProgram #trending

Who should you hire first when building your offshore team? 🤔The answer might surprise you. Even more so as it could determine your offshore team’s long-term success.Watch this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” as Bryan, CEO of Tahche, reveals the smartest strategy companies use to build strong, sustainable offshore teams.📖 Read more about it here:  https://tahche.ph/podcast/offshoring-101-who-should-you-hire-first/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 0:53 - Introduction0:54 - 2:54 - Who should you hire first?2:55 - 6:31 - Aim for skills beyond what you’re looking for6:32 - 9:24 - Hire for the most cost savings9:25  - 9:57 - Closing statement + Credits#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #BusinessTip #Hiring #RecruitmentSolutions #Leadership  #RemoteTeam #RemoteWork #FilipinoWorkers #USBusiness #trending

The Filipino work ethic is one of the strongest drivers of success in offshoring. 🌏✨Loyalty, collaboration, resilience, and family values set Filipino professionals apart,  but businesses must know how to nurture these qualities to truly benefit from them.In this latest episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan shares all about leveraging Filipino work ethics to build motivated, high-performing offshore teams in the Philippines.📖 Read more about it here:  https://tahche.ph/podcast/filipino-work-ethic-for-business-success/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:04 - Introduction1:05 - 2:42 - Innate desire to please2:43 - 4:07 - Team-oriented 4:08 - 6:59 - Respect for authority and leadership7:00 - 10:04 - Close family relationships10:05 - 12:25 - Strong adaptability and resilience12:26 - 14:15 - Closing statement + credits#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #FilipinoCulture #FilipinoWorkEthic #WorkEthics #WorkCulture  #RemoteTeam #RemoteWork #hiring #FilipinoWorkers #USBusiness #fyp #trending #viral

Tech keeps you connected. But trust is what keeps your offshore team performing.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan gets into detail why trust is the bedrock of every successful offshore partnership. From giving your team autonomy to recognizing wins and valuing culture, building genuine trust isn’t just leadership—it’s strategy.📖 Read more about it here:  https://tahche.ph/podcast/trust-factor-managing-offshore-teams-philippines/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 0:59 - Introduction1:00 - 2:23 - Why is trust important?2:24 - 4:28 - Ability to work on your own stuff4:29 - 5:08 - Receive great ideas from your team5:09 - 6:00 - Communication that goes both ways6:01 - 10:58 - Ways to create trust10:59 - 11:25 - Closing statement + Credits#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Offshoring #BuildTrust #RemoteTeam #RemoteWork #hiring #FilipinoTeam #USBusiness #fyp #trending

The Philippines is home to more skilled professionals than most business owners realize.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan shares the roles U.S. companies are filling offshore to gain competitive advantage, including professionals that work in IT and finance to experts in marketing, healthcare, and engineering.If you think offshoring is just about customer service and virtual assistance, this episode will change your mind.📖 Read more about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/offshore-roles-you-can-hire-in-the-philippines/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:32 - Introduction1:33 - 6:36 - Customer Service Representatives and Virtual Assistants6:37 - 8:45 - IT and Software Developers8:46 - 11:57 - Accountants and Financial Analysts11:58 - 14:33 - Digital Marketers, Content Creators, and Creative Professionals14:34 - 17:33 - Healthcare Professionals17:34 - 21:56 - Engineers and Architects21:57 - 23:50 - Closing statement + Credits#Offshoring #Hiring #GlobalTeam #RemoteTeam #TalentPool #JobRole #JobType #Professional #CSR #VA #Accountant #DigitalMarketer #Healthcare #Engineer #Architect #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche 

Offshoring isn’t about replacing local teams. Far from it. It’s about boosting their capabilities and unlocking their full potential.✨In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan breaks down how offshoring is helping U.S. businesses strengthen their local teams by letting them: ✅ Gain access to exceptional talent pools ✅ Optimize costs without compromising quality ✅ Focus on business agility and strengthen core business capabilities ✅ Enhance speed to marketIf you’ve ever worried that offshoring means losing control, this episode shows how it can actually make your local operations stronger.📖 Read more about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/offshoring-for-local-success/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 -  01:03  - Introduction1:04 - 4:37  - Access to an exceptional talent pool4:38 - 6:13 - Saving on costs without compromising the quality of your team6:14 - 6:53 - Effective way to scale your team6:54 - 9:17 - Focus on agility and strengthen core business capabilities9:18 - 12:39 - Enhanced speed to market12:40 - 15:07 - Closing statement + credits#LocalSuccess #GlobalSuccess #BusinessHacks #TalentPool #CostSavings #ScalingYourBusiness #Hiring #RemoteTeams #AmericanBusiness #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche 

Fake hires. Mass layoffs. Two threats every honest American business should be watching out for.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan and Vicky talk about:> How North Korean operatives are slipping into U.S. companies as remote hires> What the latest wave of layoffs from big names like PwC really signalsIt’s a timely episode that might change the way you think about hiring today.📖 Read more about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/remote-work-in-the-u-s-threatened-pwc-layoffs/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:27 - Introduction2:28 - 4:10 - North Koreans infiltrate U.S. companies with the help of Americans4:11 - 6:36 - Importance of due diligence when hiring6:37 - 7:46 - Having legal assistance is a must7:47 - 8:05 - PwC lays off 2% of their national workforce8:06 - 10:31 - How unemployment numbers remain steady despite of layoff trend10:32 - 13:40 - What comes next for business sustainability?13:41 - 14:43 - Closing statements + credits#Deepfake #AI #Hack #SecurityRisk #Fraud #Layoffs #Hiring #RemoteTeams #AmericanBusiness #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche 

Do you really know who’s on your team?In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast, Bryan and Vicky discuss a growing security threat to American businesses: North Korean operatives using deepfakes and insider help to infiltrate U.S. companies, posing as legitimate remote employees.This is what every business owner needs to know to stay protected.Read more about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/north-korean-pose-remote-hiring-cybersecurity-risk-for-american-companies/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 0:50 - Introduction0:51 - 1:28 - The Problem: Fake jobseekers flood U.S. companies hiring remotely1:29 - 2:19 - Lack of safeguards in popular recruitment platforms2:20 - 3:05 - How Tahche secures your remote teams3:06 - 3:24 - Protect your business by partnering with an agency you can trust3:25 - 3:50 - Credits#Deepfake #AI #Hack #SecurityRisk #Fraud #Hiring #RemoteTeams #AmericanBusiness #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche 

What’s it really like to build an offshore team? Not from theory, but from experience.In this episode, Bryan sat down with Ted Coyle, a U.S.-based executive who’s been part of multiple high-profile companies who’ve hired offshore, leading global teams firsthand. If you're considering hiring offshore, this is the kind of real-world perspective you won’t get from a brochure. Read more here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/real-talk-global-offshoring-strategies/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:03 - Introduction2:04 - 3:20 - Ted’s career 3:21 - 3:48 -  Working setup for onsite and offshore teams: What worked?3:49 - 4:13 - Global offshoring: Nepal, India, Belarus, Romania, and the Philippines4:14 - 6:08 - Challenges working with non-English-speaking offshore teams 6:09 - 7:02 - Choosing the best offshoring options7:03 - 7:29 - How to have effective offshore teams 7:30 - 11:36 - Working with a Philippine offshore team 11:37 - 13:51 - Setting the bar for offshore teams 13:52 - 15:58 - How offshoring evolved in the last years 15:59 - 18:10 - What to consider when starting offshoring 18:11 - 19:32 - Don’t necessarily choose the cheapest option19:33 - 20:33 - Closing statements + credits #TedCoyle #GlobalOffshoring #OffshoringExperience #Offshoring101 #Hiring #RemoteTeams #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche

In this special episode, we welcome Tahche’s newest interns, Andrew and Gabe! ✨ Sitting down for an interview with Bryan, our very own CEO, they are here to share their internship experience, working with our rockstar employees and learning all about the Filipino culture of excellence for the first time. TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:17 - Introduction1:18 - 2:29 - Guts get you into the program2:30 - 4:26 - First impressions working with Tahche4:27 - 6:35 - What to look forward to6:36 - 8:10 - Making internship fun8:11 - 10:04 - Experiencing the Philippines10:05 - 10:59 - Closing Statement + credits#Internship #InternshipProgram #NextGen #Marketing #Accounting #Business #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche #hirewithTahche

AI isn’t replacing software engineers. It’s pushing them to evolve.In this new episode of the CEO Sound Off, Bryan responds and concurs to Okta CEO Todd McKinnon’s take on AI in tech.Watch the video to learn how the future of work isn’t fewer jobs. it’s smarter, more adaptive teams.📖 Read more: https://tahche.ph/podcast/ai-wont-replace-software-engineers/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:01 - Introduction1:02 - 2:12 - AI is not the destruction of jobs2:13 - 4:38 - AI as an imperfect tool4:39 - 5:03 - Credits#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #SoftwareEngineer #Tech #FutureofTech #ToddMcKinnon #Okta #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche

Want a team that thinks like innovators and game changers, without necessarily hiring top execs that cost a fortune?The secret isn’t just in filling roles. It’s growing leaders from within.In this episode, Bryan explores how career growth and leadership development drive long-term offshore success.📖You can also read about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/leadership-development-how-to-build-future-leaders-in-your-company/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 0:57 - Introduction0:58 - 4:34 - Defining a clear progression for career growth4:35 - 10:32 - Ways to level up your employee10:33 - 14:18 - Measuring performance14:19 - 17:56 - Building a Philippine-based management team17:57 - 18:51 - Closing statement + credits#LeadershipDevelopment #OffshoreTeams #PhilippineTalent #BusinessGrowth #CareerProgression #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Tahche

There’s no stopping the globalization of the supply chain. ✨Even with tariffs now in place, companies are simply choosing countries with lower tariffs to run business as usual.Still wondering how this all works out? Watch this latest episode of the “Philippine Business Playbook” podcast where Bryan and Vicky come together to discuss just how businesses are dealing with U.S. tariffs today.📖You can also read about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/ceo-sound-off-despite-tariffs-us-companies-look-abroad-for-offshore-manufacturing-alternatives/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:13 - Introduction2:14 - 7:21 - The rise of the Philippines as a top location to manufacture offshore7:22 - 9:29 - The Tahche Summer Party 20259:30 - 11:25 - Filming the Tahche app commercial11:26  - 16:15 - Tahche Q1 CSR with the Rise Above Foundation16:16 - 17:54 - Building a house in the Philippines17:55 - 19:41 - Team building in the Philippines19:42 - 20:56 - Closing statement + Credits#Tariffs #USTariffs #Trump #worktrends #industrytrends #businessinsights #America #USA #USTrends #Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybookPodcast

What does it take to build an app that’s set to be the future of offshore hiring?In our latest podcast episode, we take you behind the scenes of the making of the Tahche App: from the vision and the challenges to the game-changing features built for clients who want full control, full transparency, and faster hiring.Hear the story straight from the team who built it. ✨TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:19  - Introduction1:20 - 3:55 - Solving offshore hiring challenges3:56 - 10:24 - Unlocking limitless hiring possibilities in the Philippines with full transparency10:25 - 24:37 - Behind the Build: Introducing the team behind the Tahche app24:38 - 31:22 - Ready for the Future: Making offshoring transparent, ethical, and accessible31:23 - 33:57 - Things to look forward to with the Tahche App33:58 - 35:16 - Closing statement + Credits#TahcheApp #BehindTheBuild #TechInnovation #TechForHR #remotehiring #offshoring #outsourcing #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

One company. One experience. Two continents. 🌍When Joe Giovannoli, CEO of 9Sail, set out to build his offshore team, he knew one thing for sure: he didn’t want a disconnected setup. He wanted a team he could trust, collaborate with, and celebrate no matter the location.In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Joe shares his offshoring journey—from past frustrations to finding a partner in Tahche that aligned with his vision for transparency, collaboration, and shared company experience.📺Watch and listen to the new episode, now available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.📖You can also read about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/9sail-x-tahche-one-company-one-experience-transparent-offshoring/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:22 - Introduction 1:23 - 2:39 - 9Sail x Tahche: How it began 2:40 - 5:35 - Introducing 9Sail 5:36 - 7:45 - Why 9Sail decided to hire offshore7:46 - 10:20 - 9Sail on becoming the greatest place anybody has ever worked 10:21 - 12:05 - Structure to scale up 12:06 - 15:58 - Shared company experience 15:59 - 23:13 - What does Tahche do differently and  better? 23:14 - 28:59 - Joe’s vision for 9Sail and his team 29:00 - 34:10 - One company, one experience 34:11 - 34:42 - Closing statement + credits#9Sail #Tahche #companyculture #workplaceinclusivity #offshoring #remotework #hiring #USbusiness #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

Banks and major corporations are pulling back on DEI efforts. But is it the right move?In this episode, Bryan and Vicky dive into why scaling back on diversity can be shortsighted, and why Tahche remains committed to building an inclusive, opportunity-driven workplace for all.Because inclusion isn’t a trend—it’s a standard. ✨📖You can also read about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/banks-corporations-scale-back-dei-initiatives/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:31 - Introduction1:32 - 3:53 - Shortsightedness of the DEI rollbacks3:54 - 4:51 - On changing names but keeping the opportunities4:52 - 6:29 - Tahche remains an inclusive professional space6:30 - 7:09 - Closing remarks + credits#DEI #DEIrollback #inclusivity #workplaceinclusivity #workplacetrends #worktrends #USTrends #Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybookPodcast

From Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff, Therese’s journey is proof of what’s possible when world-class Filipino talent meets global opportunity.Watch the latest "The Philippine Business Playbook" podcast episode as she and Bryan talk career growth, trust, and representation offshore. ✨TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:33 - Introduction2:32 - 4:01 - Responsibilities of an Executive Assistant turned Chief of Staff4:02 - 5:45 - Natural career progression5:46 - 8:12 - Why should you hire a Chief of Staff?8:13 - 9:10 - Qualifications of an excellent Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff9:11 - 11:34 - Leveraging previous experience11:35 - 12:58  - Strengthening the company culture12:59 - 14:44 - Managing executive meetings14:45 - 17:07 - Email management17:08 - 19:19 - A business partnership19:20 - 20:35 - Closing statements + credits#ExecutiveAssistant #VirtualAssistant #VA #ChiefofStaff #EmailManagement #CalendarManagement #Representation #OffshoreLeadership #CareerGrowth #FilipinoTalent #FilipinoExcellence #SuccessStory #Tahche #hirewithTahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

Worried about layoffs? Let’s talk ‘reality.’Despite headlines about job cuts, the U.S. job market remains strong. In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan and Vicky break down the disconnect between fear and facts—plus what American employees can do to stay confident at work.  Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTDiYEQyeKsRead about it here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/navigating-job-market-anxiety-with-the-philippine-business-playbook/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:47 - Introduction2:48 - 4:03 - Heightened anxiety about potential layoffs despite a strong job market4:04 - 5:04 - How the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect the market5:05 - 5:31 - Self-fulling fears5:32 - 6:20 - On the importance of self-assessment and taking risks6:21 - 6:47 - Job stability over career growth?6:48 - 9:01 - Revenge travels and spending habits9:02 - 9:25 - Closing statements + credits #jobmarket #jobmarketanxiety #layoffs #jobmarkettrends #markettrends #recruitment #hiringtrends  #businessinsight #Americanworkers  #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Let’s talk about providing training, building team dynamics, and creating global opportunities by bringing your Filipino employee to the U.S.In this episode, Bryan, together with Amylene Sy, breaks down the entire process of procuring VISAs and booking flights, ensuring a smooth experience and long-term success for both business partners and employees. Tune in!TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:35 - Introduction1:36 - 2:32 - Providing the opportunity to bring employees to the U.S.2:33 - 3:32 - 99% success rate in bringing employees stateside3:33 - 5:58 - Travel preparation timeline5:59 - 8:45  - Costs of bringing Filipino employees to the U.S.8:46 - 14:24 - VISA processing requirements14:25 - 16:22 - Plans for the future16:23 - 17:01 - Closing statement + credits#VISAprocessing #Travel #TrainingandDevelopment #TravelSupport #BusinessInsight #Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

Discover Tahche’s biggest takeaways from its first ever attendance at the PPAI Expo 2025. ✨TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:00 - Introduction 1:01 - 2:47 - PPAI Expo 2025 setup2:48 - 3:52 - Impressive PPAI Expo crowd3:53 - 5:12 - Meeting competitors onsite5:13 - 6:15 - Help on managing the backend6:16 - 7:36 - Hiring beyond VA roles7:37 - 10:30 - Calls for offshoring transparency, achievable with Tahche10:31 - 12:35 - Common offshoring challenges and the Tahche solution12:36  - 14:22 - Providing premium offices in the Philippines14:23 - 15:52 - Tahche’s transparent, cost-plus pricing model15:53 -  17:58 - All about the Tahche Client Dashboard17:59 - 19:28 - Joining future PPAI events19:29 - 19:42 - Closing statement + credits#PPAI #PPAIExpo #PPAIExpo2025 #MandalayBay #LasVegas #promotionalproducts  #tradeshow #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

At Tahche, we’re committed to ethical and legal offshoring—no shortcuts, no hidden steps.In this episode, Atty. Lalaine sits down with Bryan Luoma for a tell-all conversation on how Tahche ensures full legal compliance for both our clients and employees. Because when you scale the right way, you scale with confidence.TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:35 - Introduction2:36 - 4:48 - Why partner with a Philippine-based offshoring agency4:49 - 6:33 - Atty. Lalaine as Tahche’s legal counsel6:34 - 8:40 - On employment agreements8:41 - 10:48 - 100% compliance wins10:49 - 12:05 - Philippines as a prolabor country12:06 - 14:35 - Dealing with Philippine labor laws14:36 - 15:54 -  Addressing abusive offshoring hiring practices15:55 - 17:50 - Closing statement + credits#EthicalOffshoring #TransparentHiring #BusinessScaling #BusinessGrowth #BusinessCompliance #Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

Filipino employees know their worth—and the best talent goes where the best benefits are.If you want to attract and retain top-tier professionals, offering the right perks is key.In this episode of The Philippine Business Playbook podcast, Bryan explores what Filipino employees really want and what you can offer to stay ahead of the competition. From must-have benefits to game-changing extras, learn how to become the employer of choice.Give your team a reason to stay—tune in now!📖 Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/filipino-employee-benefits/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 2:25 - IntroductionStandard employee benefits in the Philippines2:26 - 3:44 - Social Security System (SSS) 3:45 - 4:32 - PhilHealth (national healthcare)4:33 - 6:25 - Pag-IBIG6:26 - 9:15 - 13th month pay 9:16 - 10:53 - Service incentive leave 10:54 - 12:42 - Night differential pay 12:43 - 15:43 - Holiday pay 15:44 - 16:50 - Tahche as recipient of SSS “Balikat ng Bayan Award” Additional benefits that make a difference16:51 - 17:51 - Making your company a desirable place to work 17:52 - 19:37 - HMO 19:38 - 20:44 - Transportation and meal allowances20:45 - 22:17 - Mental health support and nursing facilities 22:18 - 23:12 - Flexible work arrangement 23:13 - 24:10 - Internet allowance 24:11 - 25:28 -  Celebration of Philippine holidays25:29 - 26:44 - Office perks26:45 - 29:11 -  Formation of clubs 29:12 - 32:02 - Ending statement + credits #EmployeeBenefits #WorkPerks #HRTrends #EmployeeExperience #HRBestPractices #PHEmployment #BusinessTrend #BusinessInsight #hiring #offshoring #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Accountability goes beyond transparency. It includes diligent compliance with legal requirements, timely follow-through on commitments, and a steadfast respect for the trust that clients and employees place in you.Watch this latest episode from "Executive Rockstar Interviews" to learn how Ferdinand Ang, Director of Accounting, keeps Tahche accountable and highly efficient in the face of multiple enterprise-level transactions happening daily.Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiL3bhV9vhU......#ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #Accounting #Accountability #Compliance #LegalRequirements #businessinsight #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Is AI really set to take over the world, or just as small as 5% of jobs? Find out what's going in business as Bryan takes on AI's impact on the job market. ✨📖Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/ai-job-impact-and-market-stability/TIMESTAMPS: 0:01 - 1:03 - Introduction1:04 - 1:58 -  Pushback against AI doomsday predictions1:59 - 3:16 - AI to make employees more efficient3:17 - 4:13 - Natural elimination certain jobs due to innovation4:14 - 6:15 - AI as an enhancer not a replacement to creative work6:16 - 6:21 - Credits#jobmarket #AI #artificialintelligence #DaronAcemoglu #MIT #economist #markettrend #UStrend #businesstrend #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Hiring remotely can leave business owners feeling uncertain without direct, on-the-ground oversight of their team. But with Tahche, you can trust that your operations will run smoothly—without disruptions.In this interview, Bryan Luoma sits down with Ivan Fernandez, Head of IT and Facilities at Tahche, to discuss the business continuity strategies that ensure our partners’ teams stay efficient, secure, and always on track.Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9iJH4jMu9U......#BCP #businesscontinuity #IT #Facilities #productivity #businessinsight #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Recent graduates are struggling to find jobs in the U.S. But is the cooling job market truly a sign of declining performance, or is it merely a return to normal? Find out in this newest CEO Sound Off episode in “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast! 📖Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/recent-us-college-graduates-experience-cooling-job-market/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 -1:25 - Dichotomy of a cooling job market and a healthy economy 1:26 - 2:35 - A return to normal 2:36 - 5:18 - Difficulties of training new employees working from home 5:19 - 7:00 - Benefits of working in an office 7:01 - 7:16 - Giving employees the best chance to succeed 7:17 - 7:20 - Credits #jobmarket #newgrads #labortrend #markettrend #UStrend #businesstrend #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Everyone wants hardworking employees, but not everyone understands how much employee engagement plays a part in making employees effective and excited to do the work. In this feature, Bryan interviews Marlee Sollano, Tahche's Chief of Staff to the Office of the Country Manager and leader of the Employee Engagement Team to share with you how Tahche ensures your offshore team in the Philippines stays productive and motivated to support your business. ......#Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook #podcast #employeeengagement #effectiveemployees #productivity #worklifebalance

Offshoring is about more than just saving on salaries—it’s also about unlocking a total cost-saving strategy!  From reduced overheads to faster recruitment, discover the real advantages of hiring offshore in the Philippines. 📖Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/hidden-cost-savings-hiring-offshore-philippines/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:18 - Introduction  1:19 - 3:09  - Lower overhead costs in the Philippines 3:10 - 5:05 -  Reduced cost of onboarding and training  5:06 - 7:24 - Low turnover rates due to Filipinos’ pride in their work 7:25 - 9:59 - Lower cost of providing a grade A experience  10:00 - 12:34 - Less recruitment delays  12:35 - 13:52 - Ending statement + credits #costsavings  #costefficiency #businesscosts #hireoffshore #offshoring #businessstrategy #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Bryan interviews Roxanne Fuentes, Tahche's Director of Talent Acquisition, to reveal how the future of recruitment is happening RIGHT NOW at Tahche.Get some amazing insights on offshore recruitment best practices and how the Philippine labor market is ready for positions beyond Virtual Assistants and Customer Service Representatives. ......#talentacquisition #recruitment #businesstrends #laborforce #labortrends #onboarding #retention #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche #ThePhilippineBusinessPlaybook

Should employees’ weight be a business concern? In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast, Bryan and Vicky discuss this very controversial topic as the UK made news when it announced that it will be providing weight-loss injections to its obese and unemployed citizens to lessen sick time.  Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/uk-weight-loss-injections-for-obese-unemployed/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:27 - Introduction 1:28 - 2:14 - Potential for removing barriers for the unemployed 2:15 - 4:12 - GLP drugs as a new frontier in society 4:13 - 5:48 - Challenges in implementation 5:49 - 6:27 - Reducing sick days by reducing obesity 6:48 - 7:01 - Credits #weightloss #weightlossdrug #weightlossinjection #obesity #jobreadiness #UK #unemployment #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Learn how one man expertly grew a business’s offshore team in the Philippines with top-notch skills and experience in this latest episode of the “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast. TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 2:16 - Introduction 2:17 - 5:35 - Travelling to the U.S. 5:36 - 8:14 - Building teams in the Philippines  8:15 - 9:47 -The Philippines taking over the call center industry  9:48 - 16:15 - Growing professional teams in the Philippines  16:16 - 20:26 - Running an offshore team successfully  20:27 - 24:02 - Conquering common challenges  24:03 - 25:35 - What Tahche does differently 25:36 - 27:00 - Tackling overnight hours  27:01 - 28:10 - Explaining the Filipino culture  28:11 - 31:22 - On offshoring ethics and upgrading the Filipino lifestyle  31:23 - 35:13- Working in Cebu City, Philippines  35:14 - 38:30 - The Filipino advantage  38:31 - 43:33 - Coaching the Tahche Cheetahs 43:34 - 45:19 - Ending statement #teambuilding #buildingFilipinoteams #offshoreteam #BPO #leadership #businessgrowth #businessscaling #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Are you for or against non-compete agreements? This hot topic is bringing the business community into a frenzy! Find out what Bryan and Vicky has to say about this very controversial topic in the latest “CEO Sound Off” episode in “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast. Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/ftc-moves-to-appeal-ruling-against-non-compete-agreement-ban/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:33 - Introduction 1:34 - 2:45 - Stand: Businesses should compete 2:46 - 3:27 -  Non-competes stymies career growth  3:28 - 5:08 - Proposal still needs tweaking 5:09 - 5:18 - Credits #noncompete #nca #noncompeteagreement #exitinterview #exitstrategy #businessstrategy #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

When it comes to transparent and reliable transactions that can support offshore growth, which pricing model is better: fixed cost or cost-plus? In this must-watch episode, Bryan sheds light on the two pricing models in the offshoring industry, talking about real results and long-term effects that are best considered even before you start your offshore initiatives.  Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/fixed-cost-vs-cost-plus-pricing-model-for-offshoring/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:14 - Introduction 1:15 - 2:27 - Fixed cost model 2:28 - 8:32 - Pitfalls of the fixed cost model 8:33 - 12:08 - Advantages of the cost-plus model 12:09 - 14:44 - Ending statement #costplus #fixedcost #pricingmodel #businesscosts #longtermstrategy #businessstrategy #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #businesstrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Bryan sits down with Richard Levychin, Managing Partner of Galleros Robinson, to get his expert insights on hiring Filipino accountants for U.S. firms. As skill gaps in the American accounting sector continue to widen, looking offshore for talent has become a powerful, strategic solution to strengthen operations and bridge those gaps. Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/leveraging-filipino-accountants-for-success/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:52 - Introduction to the interview 1:53 - 2:28 - Introduction to Galleros Robinson 2:29 - 3:56 - Visiting the Philippine islands  3:57 - 5:52 - Investing in culture 5:53 - 8:17 - Hiring high-level professionals in the Philippines 8:18 - 10:07 - Targeting experienced Filipino accountants from big firms 10:08  - 12:47  On Filipino accountants filling in accountancy’s skill gap in the U.S. 12:48 - 13:13 - Qualities of Filipino accountants 13:14 - 15:59 - The importance of cultural experience and building cultural intelligence 16:00 - 19:41 - Reverse mentorship 19:42 - 23:50 - Tip on offshoring success: Increasing cultural intelligence 23:51 - 25:15 - The current state of cultural intelligence in the U.S. accounting industry 25:16 - 27:11  - Advantages of hiring offshore professionals 27:12 - 29:51  Developing a professional ‘family’ 29:52 - 33:32 Taking the blinders off on recruitment possibilities 33:33 - 34:36 - Outro + credits #accounting #accountants #accountingfirm #skillgap #RichardLevychin #GallerosRobinson #businessinsight #hiring #offshoring #worktrend #Filipinoworkers #USbusiness #NewYork #NorthAmerica #Philippines #Tahche

Gen Z is the newest generation of workers, and just like the other generations before them, they’re undergoing harsh scrutiny. In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast, Bryan shares his takes and opinions about Gen Z’s dismal retention rates and why this shouldn’t be the case within smart businesses. Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/gen-z-employees-job-readiness-and-retention-challenges/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:33 - Introduction 1:34 - 3:59 - “I love Gen Z”: The positive qualities of Gen Z 4:00 - 4:51 - Generational differences in communication style 4:52 - 5:34 - On necessary guard rails when managing young team members 5:35 - 7:34 - On shaming new generations 7:35 - 8:07 - Importance of mentorship from older generations 8:08 - 9:21 - Upheaval in the workplace due to new work setups 9:22 - 9:36 - Outro #GenZ #GenerationZ #workethic #jobreadiness #jobskills #HR #hiring #employeeretention #worktrend #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusiness #Philippinebusiness #NewYork #Canada #Philippines 

While employees are still clamoring for flexible work setups, businesses are willing to pay extra just for them to work in the office.  In this economy? Such a big investment is very telling on the effects of WFH and hybrid work setups to business operations.  In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook Podcast,” find out what an established CEO like Bryan Luoma of Tahche has to say about this. Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/us-executives-increase-pay-for-office-return/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 0:52 -  Introduction 0:53 - 2:30 - Rutgers football game experience 2:31 - 4:58 - The importance of getting employees back into the office 4:59 - 6:37 - On employers’ willingness to significantly raise starting salaries 6:38 - 8:40 - Offering benefits and focusing on employee well-being and work-life balance 8:41 - 10:42 - Addressing employee interests 10:43 - 11:06 - Outro #onsite #workonsite #WIO #workinoffice #WFH #hybrid #worksetup #employeebenefits #worktrend #Tahche #CEOmindset #USbusiness #Philippinebusiness #NewYork #Canada #Philippines 

What’s the current state of AI in business today? AI has been taking the world by storm, especially since the creation of highly advanced AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E. But that’s been years now.  In this episode of ‘The Philippine Business Playbook,’ Bryan shares his take on AI and how it has been changing how business is done, with insights backed by his personal experiences working with businesses from different industries.  He also gives a number of tips on how you can strategically use AI to enhance your business processes, helping keep you competitive in the market. Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/current-state-of-ai-in-business-strategy/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:36 - Introduction  1:37 - 4:35 - AI for data analysis and insights 4:36 - 7:54 -  AI tools for efficiency in business processes 7:55 - 9:31 - AI for accounting 9:32 - 10:57 - AI for sales and marketing 10:58 - 12:18 - AI for customer service 12:19 - 13:46 - AI for cybersecurity 13:47 - 15:49 - AI for human resources 15:50 - 18:33 -  Looking ahead: The potential and challenges of AI 18:34 - 19:35 - Ending statement #AI #artificialintelligence #aibusiness #chatgpt #artificialintelligencenow #businesstips  #businessstrategy #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusiness #Philippinebusiness #NewYork #Canada #Philippines 

An offshore team will boost your business operations, but only when effectively managed. Learn the best kept secrets to managing your offshore team with Bryan Luoma, Tahche’s CEO and offshoring veteran of over 12 years. With tips based on solid experience, you can face offshore management challenges like a pro! Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/secrets-to-managing-an-offshore-team/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 2:30 - Introduction  2:31 - 7:45 - Communication as the no. 1 priority 7:46 - 10:24 - Set clear expectations and goals 10:25 - 12:18 - Build a relationship with your team 12:19 - 14:36 - Visit your team  14:37 - 17:20 - Partner with an agency  17:21 - 19:16 - Ending statement #offshore #offshoring #remoteteam  #Filipinoworkers  #management  #teammanagement #managementtips #teammanagement #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusinesses #Philippines #NewYork

In this special episode of the “Philippine Business Playbook,” Bryan shares all about Tahche’s recent CSR initiative done in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Philippines Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/tahche-csr-initiative-with-habitat-for-humanity-philippines/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 3:30 - Introduction 3:31 - 6:50 -  What happened at RISE FAST: Tahche x Habitat for Humanity Philippines  6:51 - 8:11 - Ending statement + Credits #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #ESG  #HabitatforHumanity #HabitatforHumanityPhilippines #communitybuilding #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusinesses #Philippines #NewYork

Perhaps you’ve always done CSR initiatives within your organization. But if you want to truly maximize their impact, do it in the Philippines.  In this episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook” podcast, Bryan talks about the many opportunities businesses can take advantage of in the Philippines if they really want to make a positive and lasting difference through their corporate social responsibility initiatives.  Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/doing-corporate-social-responsibility-in-the-philippines/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 2:04 - Introduction 2:05 - 3:58 -  Opportunities to help in the Philippines 3:59 - 5:11 - Habitat for Humanity Philippines (CSR) 5:12 - 7:15 - Filipinos helping Filipinos 7:16 - 8:19 - Helping the educational system 8:20 - 9:38 - Banilad Elementary School (CSR) 9:39 - 11:29 - Building brand awareness 11:30 - 13:03 - Ending statement + Credits #CSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #ESG  #positiveimpact #businessinitiative #communitybuilding #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusinesses #Philippines #NewYork

Your offshore leader can define the performance of your remote team, bringing your business initiatives to success or failure. After all, an offshore leader serves as a medium through which your business direction is implemented even from miles away. They are your representative and your right hand away from home.  Needless to say, it’s a must that you choose your offshore leader wisely. Watch this latest episode of “The Philippine Business Playbook Podcast” to learn how to effectively choose your offshore leader, with insights from Tahche’s CEO, Bryan Luoma. ✨ Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/how-to-choose-your-offshore-leader/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:41 - Introduction 1:42 - 2:30 - The “Peter Principle” 2:31 - 3:51 -  Offshore leader quality 1 3:52 - 5:42 - Offshore leader quality 2 5:43 - 6:57 -  Offshore leader quality 3 6:58 - 8:05 -  Offshore leader quality 4 8:06 - 9:00 -  Offshore leader quality 5 9:01 - 10:55 - Offshore leader qualities 6 and 710:56 - 11:27 - Offshore leader quality 8 11:28 - 13:21 -  Offshore leader quality 9 13:22 - 15:16 - Ending statement  #offshoreleader #Filipinoteam #remoteteam  #Filipinoworkers #leadership #leadershipquality #choosinganoffshoreleader #recruitment #businesstips #Tahche #CEOmindset  #USbusinesses #Philippines #NewYork

Building rapport is crucial in maximizing efficiency and collaboration within your team, especially when they’re offshore. Yet, it’s easier said than done. If you’re one of many, grasping straws on how to connect with your Filipino team in the Philippines when you’re stuck in the U.S., this episode might just be the answer to your problem.  Join Bryan as he shares his top tips on building rapport with your remote team in the Philippines. ✨ Read the highlights here: https://tahche.ph/podcast/build-rapport-with-your-filipino-team/ TIMESTAMPS:  0:01 - 1:34 - Introduction  1:35 - 5:02 - Understanding Filipino work culture 5:03 - 9:01 - Tips on  building rapport with Filipino employees 9:02 - 10:28 - Ending Statement  #Filipinoteam #FilipinoCulture #Filipinoworkers #rapport #buildingrapport #howtobuildrapport #businesstips #Tahche #CEOmindset #Filipinoworkers #USbusinesses #Philippines #NewYork