Carlo Ople has built one of the most influential careers in the Philippine digital space.. but his journey didn’t start with success. It started in an internet cafe, a life-or-death moment, and a decision that changed everything.

In this episode, Carlo opens up about the night he was held at gunpoint, why he spent 18 years building his business after working 9–5, and how he finally walked away from corporate life to build an empire. He shares his principles, the mistakes he made along the way, and what creators and entrepreneurs need to understand if they want to survive in 2026 and beyond.

This is a conversation about resilience, discipline, fear, and the cost of building something meaningful. If you’ve ever thought about starting a business, leaving your job, or becoming a creator.. this episode will challenge you.

In this episode we discuss:

• The near-death moment that changed his entire life
• Building a side hustle for 18 years
• Why he left corporate despite having a high-paying role
• The 7 to 1 principle and the power of consistency
• Why most people stay stuck in jobs they hate
• How to prepare for leaving corporate safely
• Why digital is our generation’s biggest advantage
• The future of the creator economy
• Affiliate marketing, TikTok Shop, and emerging income streams
• The fear of politics, corruption, and the responsibility of creators
• Losing clients, losing people, and how to deal with painful setbacks
• Identity, burnout, and learning to detach
• What happiness and success really mean
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