The Fired Up Life: Recent Episodes
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Ponder on these questions to help you simplify things:Is it easy?Does it work?What’s the feedback?Discover more by listening to the podcast.============Learn more about 20 Book Writing Hacks here: https://fireduplife.my.canva.site/20bookhacks
Learn about how to show the right kind of love.AffirmationAttentionAgapeSupport The Fired Up Life at patreon.com/fireduplife
Learn about this 4-step process to making your vision happen:ImaginingDrawingWritingFacilitatingSupport the Fired Up Life at https://patreon.com/fireduplife
Learn how defining your “Why, How, and When” can help you become pupose-driven.Support The Fired Up Life by being a Patron at patreon.com/fireduplife
Learn about these three factors to bringing change:Positive PresenceBright IdeasAction-OrientedSupport The Fired Up Life by being a Patron at patreon.com/fireduplife
Feel like you’re in one of life’s storms?Learn to stay strong with these three:Anchored on FaithRooted in RelationshipHolding on to HopeSupport The Fired Up Life at Patreon.com/fireduplife
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Learn about how to empower the people under your leadership. Support this podcast by being a Fired Up Patron at Patreon.com/FiredUpLife
Have you been derailed from pursuing your goals?Learn 5 ways to get back on track! Support The Fired Up Life page by being a Fired Up Patron at https://patreon.com/fireduplife
Struggling to Create Content? Here’s a simple framework to get you going:
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We tend to be easily discouraged when we experience a bit of failure. We conclude, “Nah, it’s not for me.” But we have to keep on finding ways until it’s right for us, so we can succeed in our commitments. Get fired up and listen how we can do this.
Are you yearning for higher yield? If we don’t sow, we don’t reap. And if we don’t take good care of what we sow, the opportunities will not grow into results. Listen and get fired up to create multiple opportunities for your life’s journey.
Do you feel stuck? Asking a question can help you move forward. The humility of this act makes us more receptive of learning. Find out more about its power in this episode.
Here's part 1 of my interview with Lissa Untalan. Here, we talk about Passion, Faith and Life. Get Fired Up!
Have you been doubting yourself a lot lately? Listen to this episode and start believing in yourself more.
It’s starting to feel “Christmassy.” Lights and Christmas trees are being set up. But the highlight of them all is the Belen. And this leads us to the central figure of the season, the baby Jesus. What is it that you want to ask of Him this Christmas? Listen and find inspiration for your prayers.
Sometimes we stand too close to our work that we are unable to think of better and innovative ways to grow it. Learn about how to use distancing to create new things and gain a fresh outlook.
Standing against the light when taking pictures, will make our faces look dark in the photo. Using this analogy, we need to face the light—the truth and the presence of God—so we can live in freedom and passion. Listen to this episode and get lit!
Following a dream isn’t easy. You’ll go through a lot of challenges—and some can be daunting. But if we shift our attitude and see the pursuit as the blessing itself, then we can overcome many hurdles. Listen and get excited about the pursuit.
Showing results is one of the most convincing ways of communication. It speaks for itself. If you’re struggling with building results, listen to this podcast episode.
Perhaps at one point you were in a desperate situation. You needed to be rescued. Someone came along and saved you. Now it’s time to do your part to rescue others, in small or big ways. Listen and discover your calling.
There are things that are not within our control, and they can cause fear and panic. Find out what we can do when going through times of turbulence.
Sharing with you my reflections while going through the storm “Ulysses.” Find out what to do when you lose your energy and vision for your dreams.
As we grow, our purpose evolves. The main elements are still there but the expressions may have changed. If you’re rethinking your mission, listen to this episode and get fired up.
The way we think is the main difference. We all have the same 24 hours in a day and relatively similar amounts of energy to spend. But the result will vary on the size of our goals. Listen, get fired up and expand your view.
Have you been so busy lately? Listen in and find ways to manage your stress and get work done!
When was the last time you saw something amazing? Perhaps amazing things surround us, and we just fail to recognize them. Listen to this episode and bring back the fascination and amazement in your life.
Feeling disorganized? Life can look messy—and it seems like it’s becoming harder to put our priorities in the right places. Find out how go from chaotic to systematic.
Get unstuck from imagining the possibilities and start trying. Get fired up by listening to this episode. Try it.
What are you seeking? We long for something that will make us happy or fulfilled. Listen and discover how we can align our desires to God’s.
The forces that drive change in the world are unseen—ideas, virtues, and faith. They affect our decisions and actions. Listen and discover how the unseen can help you overcome your problems and create the impact you need to reach your goals.
Listen to why we shouldn’t be picky about our tasks when we want to build something great.
When the strong winds of our lives come, we either get blown away and fall, or we withstand them. But how do we build the strength to endure life’s treacherous storms? Listen to find out.
Some goals are easy to attain, but most of them are met with challenges—unavailability of resources, lack of experience, or setbacks. Listen and get motivated to find a way to reach your goals.
Are you confused about who your market is? Knowing who you want to serve is key to creating messages, products and services that make a high-impact. Listen and find out the Who of your mission.
Is your dream clear to you? We might be working hard each day, but without really knowing what for. Find out why it’s important to know what you are chasing.
What is that one contribution you want to leave humanity? It can be something you want to discover, a vision you can be part of, or a dream you want to build. Listen to my thoughts on discovering our life’s work.
If you’re launching a product or an online platform, getting potential buyers or followers excited is key to its success. Learn about the 5 things I did to create anticipation for my latest book 365 Fired Up Days.
It’s been 6 months — that’s half of the year since the quarantines were implemented. Yet, we may still haven’t accepted that the world has changed. People feel that it’s going to take 2 to 5 more years to “normalize.” We need to redesign the way we do business—that is, to not base our strategies on going back to the “old normal.” Listen more on how we can move forward with the changes this pandemic had brought on us.
Hobbies make us happy! But do they help us reach our goals or take us far from them? Are they distractions or part of a support system? Find out how to pick a hobby that will fire you up!
We love starting new things! There’s excitement and a lot of hype. But it gets hard when it comes to sustaining what we launched. We need to find a way to be more consistent with our work—to develop the habit of showing up and delivering the goods. Find out about my two-step process.
You want to get one of your goals done, but it seems like you’re too busy with other activities. Your efforts get “diluted” and you end up not getting anything significant done. Find out how you can finally reach your most important goals.
The biggest reason why we don’t see progress is because we stop. We stop practicing. We take a long break. We become rusty. As humans, we have the capacity for self-improvement, and the one who iterates the most, wins. Find out more about the value of iteration and how it can make you an expert.
There are times when inspiration suddenly strikes. We stumble upon an idea that could be a game changer. Yet, because of a lack of follow through, the idea remains as is—an idea. Find out how you can turn your “aha” moments into action moments.
Find out the value of contemplating on your message and the effect of being fully invested in it.
Do your goals need a push? You need to apply greater Force to make a significant impact. We learn in Physics that Force = Mass x Acceleration. Find out how this formula can change the way you work and bring you to your goals faster.
Do you find yourself doing so many things, yet feel so unproductive? Perhaps you need to find the right focus and devote more time in it, so you can produce the results you want. Find our how to find your ONE THING.
Let’s rethink how we communicate. We can be present but without engagement. We can have the content but without the connection. Find out how to develop better relationships and open more opportunities.
Often we run from our mistakes. Naturally, because it’s painful. But facing our faults can help us create the best strategies for our self-development. If we want to win, we’ve got to be brave to admit where we went wrong and be willing to correct them. Find out more about how confronting your flaws can help you overcome your struggles.
Who wants to improve? All of us do! But it seems like there are aspects in our lives that don’t progress at all. Find out why you’re not improving, and discover the key to unlock the next level of your growth!
This is a “business episode.” I just came fresh from giving a short talk in a Zoom Webinar and wanted to share some fresh realizations. Here’s the main idea: In order to make your passion profitable you have to connect it to the biggest niches that sell well. Find out what these niches are and discover how your passion can give you the income you need.
We want to grow but the problem is when we expect things to go easy and hassle free. What happens is that at the first sign of a problem, we bail out and try the next thing. It’s going to be the same scenario if we don’t stick it out. We don’t get to the next level through a door. We face a wall and break through it. Find out how to break your walls and reach your next goal.
Sharing with you my reflections on Easter Sunday. Amidst the gloom of the pandemic, we shine with the Light of Christ on Easter. We use this light to guide our way towards the path of rebuilding our lives and giving hope to others. Find your courage to build again by listening to this episode.
Good Friday is an occasion to remember how Christ suffered and died for us. It is a time to share in the sorrow of His passion, and feel it too. Here’s my reflection based on my son’s reaction to watching the movie The Passion of Christ.
We may not realize how stressed and anxious we are until we submit ourselves to God in prayer. Find rest for your restless heart. Listen to how softening our hearts can relieve many of our pressures.
Sharing with you my reflection about being a reflection. Our light is not our own. It comes from a Source. The moon reflects the light of the sun, so too should we reflect the Light of the Son. But how do we shine brighter than the usual like a Supermoon? Find out.
When we find the one thing we want to master, it will require a lot of time in immersion. It may not be enough to have some information. It needs experience and even failures—until the craft becomes a part of us. Find out more why “soaking” is vital for mastery.
We want to be focused on reaching our goals, and so we tell ourselves, “I’ve got no time for love.” Find out why love can help us get to our goals faster.
We serve. Whether for business or for the community, we are serving others. Find out why genuine service can be found in these two things: Sincerity and irreciprocity.
Do you have a lot of pending projects? Perhaps you’re having a difficulty finding time—OR—you’re a perfectionist. You want every detail to be flawless, but it’s just that it’s taking “ForNever.” Find out why putting progress over perfection helps you get your projects launched!
Sometimes we are forced into a situation wherein we have to adjust our way of life. Our daily routine gets disrupted and in a more serious matter, our plans for the future are shaken. Every time a major change happens, we have to learn to accept and adapt quickly. We have to strive to thrive. But how? Find out in this podcast episode.
You deserve a BIG BREAK! No, I’m not talking about a vacation. It’s about that Big Opportunity that will come your way. But do you know what it looks like? Can you describe it? Find out how to be deliberate in making your Big Break happen. Get Fired Up!
Sharing with you the Big Idea of living a Fired Up Life through a simple framework. This is to give you an idea of how you can make your own framework too.
There are many things we think we can’t do. It’s because our minds have been conditioned not to achieve them. In this episode, I share the story of Roger Bannister, the first man to break the 4-minute mile barrier. Find out how his experience can help break your own mental barriers.
You might be used to doing multiple things at the same time. But what happens is we tend to neglect some other work. We can’t juggle things forever, some will drop. We can only effectively focus on a few things and get them done. Find out how.
Frameworks are powerful. They can simplify complicated and confusing concepts. Use frameworks to think, work and teach more effectively. It will change the way you do things. Find out more. Keep being Fired Up!
Are you frustrated about your problems? There’s always a greater purpose behind each obstacle. Find that purpose, listen to this Fired Up episode.
Do you overcomplicate things? The problem when we think too much is that we tend to do too little. Discover two ways to avoid analysis paralysis and start getting things done!
Can fear be good? Learn how to distinguish between good and bad fear, and it has to do with knowing a real threat from an illusion. It’s going to matter when pursuing your goals. Get Fired Up!
Are you too worried? Do you doubt yourself? Are you imagining what could go wrong? Sharing with you my thoughts on this quote: ”If you get too worried about what could go wrong, you might miss the chance to do something great.” Find out where I got if from. Listen now. Fired Up!
Life can get messy at times. Learn how to turn chaos into order. Apply the 5S approach: Sort Systematize Sweep Sanitize Self-Discipline Fired Up!
Is your livelihood affected because of the Pandemic? Listen to the 5R’s of Coping with Covid: -Rethink -Research -Reveal -Recover -Rebuild
In business, competition is natural. Here’s my podcast on how competitive Kobe Bryant was, and why it’s important to develop a good work ethic.
Do people see the urgency of the solution you’re offering? Help them see how you will address their burning pain. Two scenarios: 1. People are feeling the pain, and you offer a solution. 2. People are not aware of the gravity of the problem and you have to help them realize it, and offer your solution. Learn how to highlight the pain. More from the podcast.
Gain a new perspective in handling failure. Frustration leads to quitting. Curiosity leads to improving.
Sharing with you some realizations while observing the business establishments in Cambodia and my conversation with a Filipino food entrepreneur who is introducing new food ideas into the market. Extracting how opportunities are seen amidst a seemingly saturated market, and how it also applies to evangelization.
What if we had more time for family and lesser time for work, and yet able to provide sufficiently? Find out about the idea of “family hacking”. Fired Up!
Sharing with the importance of shared belief—common values, mission and vision. Shared interest too, form community. When we are building something or pursuing a way of life, a support environment helps greatly in our progress, sustenance and success. Do you have a community yet? Listen to why it’s important to belong.
Do you feel like you are plateauing or not experiencing significant growth? New and risky approaches may yield to new results. Find out why.
Reflection is indispensable to growth. Find out the benefits of having a daily routine of self-examination.
Are you about to make a presentation or handle training? Perhaps you’re about to take a big exam or apply for something important. Hear my thoughts on how to prepare well.
Just experienced a big earthquake in Manila, and while it was happening, 2 of the most important things in life dawned on me. Listen to my podcast and get Fired Up!
We fall. We fail. But what gives us the reason to rise again? Listen to my Easter Sunday podcast.
Sharing my reflection on Simon of Cyrene and the challenge of helping others carry their cross. Find out why despite being “forced to good” can also bring about our own growth and transformation. Listen to my Good Friday podcast.
Are things a bit chaotic lately? It’s hard to find peace when our life is cluttered, disorganized and messy. Put back order in your life by putting your life in God’s hands. Listen to my Holy Thursday podcast.
We know the cliché: “Two heads are better than one.” Now think about the number of heads in your social networks—the potential ideas coming from a crowd who cares for you and ready to help you with the richness of their own experiences. Find out more about the power of crowdsourcing.
Are you stuck? Are you waiting for clarity before taking action? Find out why taking action will help make things clearer. Get moving forward, and listen to episode 39 of the Fired Up Life podcast.
I just came from giving a talk in a Christian Life Program, and I realized that I’ve been doing this for more than 20 years of my life. I started to ponder why service makes me feel fulfilled and happy. Then it hit me—it brings out the best in me. Find out why.
Two key factors to reaching our goals: desire and discipline. Often, we have the desire but lack the discipline. How do we create a strong connection of desire to discipline so that we can be consistent in working for our dreams? Find out in today’s Fired Up life podcast.
There comes a point in life where you are transitioning to a new phase. You’re turning a new page, a new chapter in life. But the problem is you’re not exactly sure what you want to do next. Listen to this episode and discover what to do to know what you really want. ============= Need motivation? Subscribe to my newsletter at kirbyllaban.com/firedupnewsletter
We all go through difficult times—our trials—and they are painful. They tend to take us a few steps back from our goal and we feel handicapped and disadvantaged. Yet, if we endure, it will prepare us for greater things ahead. Find out why.
Are you constantly stressed? Are you easily angered? Listen to find out one of the best ways to manage stress!
Do you want to maintain good relationships whether at work or personal life? Here’s an important action: Update them. Listen to my podcast to find out more.
Have you tried posting some content online, and then decided to stop at one point? Perhaps you got busy with other things. Maybe you got dissapointed because very few were interested. Find out why you should just keep going.
When we see through a clear lens, we view things with greater certainty. This lens is called purpose. If we see things with a purpose, then our work will have meaning. Find clarity by listening to this episode.
When we talk to like-minded people, it builds our knowledge and motivation. Those who share a common passion can shed light to our questions and bring upliftment to our struggles. Increase your learning speed! Listen to this episode.
If you’re not sure of what your BIG MESSAGE will be, listen to this episode and find out. Subscribe to KirbyLlaban.com/FiredUpNewsletter for your weekly motivation.
A word of appreciation goes a long way. Find out more about how you can use appreciation to motivate your team.
What Fascinates You? If you are having a hard time finding the one thing you want to pursue, this podcast is for you. Get Fired Up!
I was in a middle of conducting a Fired Up speaker’s workshop. One of the most crucial parts of the workshop was applying the principles that I shared in speaking, by actually giving a talk. I told them, the only way to truly learn is by doing. Sharing with you why learning by doing is the fastest way to progress. Fired Up! ***Sign up for Free Weekly newsletter at kirbyllaban.com/firedupnewsletter
Having a hard time finishing what you started? Work stacking up? Time to get focused. Find out how to zoom in and get things done.
Are you waiting for something? Find out how waiting can be a blessing too. ***Need Motivation? Sign Up for a free Fired Up weekly newsletter at KirbyLlaban.com/firedupnewsletter Fired Up!
It’s our last day in Australia and I was looking for things that can only be bought here. This led me to share how we should figure out what is it that we offer that people can only find in us, so that they will be more inclined to choose our product, service or organization.
I visited an awesome showcase of display houses while in Melbourne, and all I could say was “wow!”. Find out why going visual is so important when convincing people.
In our 20 days in Australia, we were hosted by 11 families. More than the sessions we gave, the relationships that were built with people we bonded over the trip are the ones that are more valuable. Find out why we should value and prioritize relationships in our dealings and in our service. Fire up your relationships!
Often we want people to "buy" right away what we offer--and when we get rejected, we easily get frustrated. Find out how a "free taste" can help your target persons make the decision to "buy-in" to your idea or to your product and service.
Sharing with you a podcast I recorded in the middle of a desert in Perth. If you're going through some dryness--when inspiration is hard to come by--this one's for you.
Went to see Perth City's whole landscape from a hill, and it was breathtaking. It reminded me of how we should see our work. We want to have a bird's eye view of things, so we won't get lost and see where we're going.
I'm really impressed by the travel and airport system in Australia. From the smooth and quick online visa application, to checking in flights, everything's pretty automated. What are the things we can "automate" so we can have more time for more important things?
We visited a small church outside Adelaide in a town called Port Wakefield. Sharing with you my reflections of that trip, particularly in how our talents can serve a greater purpose. Fired Up! KirbyLlaban.com
I visited a War Museum in Canberra where the country's heroes are remembered. It reminds people how the Australian soldiers suffered and sacrificed during those times, and how it has contributed in shaping how the country is today. Relating to that, we all have painful experiences suffering and sacrifices, but how can we use our past pains to create present gains? Find out.
Sharing with you my reflections after a day in the National Museum of Australia in Canberra. How do we plan for the future? How can we make better decisions? Find out how having a sense of history will help us become visionaries that will steer the direction of our work towards the right path.
My "whispering" episode. Did this podcast inside a bus full of sleeping people. Sharing with you how we sustained our strength amidst an hour-to-hour schedule while on mission. If you find yourself struggling with managing your energy, this one's for you.
Why not start something that you can pass on to future generations? Find out the importance of starting a tradition to sustain your business, service, or advocacy, and continuously grow in excellence.
The reason why we are not developing our skills fast enough is because of one thing: Time. If we don't put time into what we are building, we won't get far. Find out why being available is crucial in building our own capacities. Fired Up!
Do you feel like you're running out of ideas? If we open our eyes wider, there's always something new to explore. Innovation never ends. Find out why.
Do you have too much on your plate and don't know where to start? Learn about the "Critical Few" and get things done! Fired Up!
Are you becoming frustrated in reaching your dreams? Find out how to build it each day, brick by brick. Sharing with you 3 B's that you should define in order to be self-motivated and overcome frustrations.
I'll be sharing with you my observations and learning about messages that connect with people. Find out how to resonate with your audience.
As our work progresses and pressures build up, we tend to lose sight why we do what we do. Bring back the fire as you rekindle your "why."
Take a second look at the importance of gratefulness. Find out why it's a game changer. Get Fired Up!
We don't have to get our message perfect right away. For us to find our "voice", we have to use it. Find out how to have the boldness to get your message out there. Fired Up!
Sharing with you an experience I had at a restaurant where I got "wowed" by their offer. Find out why we have to think about offering value that people can't resist! Get fired up!
Often we find ourselves doubting our own abilities. Find out how you can gain more confidence by believing in yourself more.