BizNest, formerly Outsourcing and More, is a podcast brought to you by Virtua Solutions, where we fuel your journey with insights, tools, and stories that help your business and career take flight. Hosted by Virtua Solutions’ co-CEOs Francis and Penny, BizNest serves as a platform for startups and SMBs to help you to start, scale, and soar!

Does Age Matter? How to Lead When You're the Youngest in the Team

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Season 3 | Episode 7

Does Age Matter? How to Lead When You're the Youngest in the Team

April 23, 2025

00:50:00

You’re too young.” We’ve all heard that phrase before, and, unfortunately, this applies especially to young entrepreneurs. But does age matter when it comes to leading a business? Watch as Francis and Penny share real-life experiences in becoming business leaders at a young age: the struggles of being a young leader, working with colleagues older than you, overcoming age bias, and handling doubters.

The Struggles of being a young Leader

Episode7 | Does Age Matter? How to Lead when you’re the Youngest in the Team

The Struggles of being a young Leader

April 23, 2025

00:50:00

This week on “What’s Your Take?”—Do you think age matters in leadership? Why or why not? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below. We’d love to hear from you! 

BizNest: Streamlining Operations: The Key to Success

Episode 6 | Streamlining Operations: The Key to Success

Streamlining Operations: The Key to Success

April 16, 2025

00:53:00

Donn Barrera, Virtua Solutions Outsourcing’s Operations Head, sat down with Francis and Penny and talked about why streamlined operations can make or break your success.

The Startup Struggle: Why Founders Need Help

Episode 5 | Why Outsourcing is Crucial for Startups

The Startup Struggle: Why Founders Need Help

April 10, 2025

00:07:00

How do you cope with startup burnouts or champagne problems? Francis and Penny discuss common startup challenges that outsourcing can solve, using Virtua Solutions as a real-world example. 

Ep 5 Why Outsourcing is Crucial for Startups

Episode 5 | Why Outsourcing is Crucial for Startups

Why Outsourcing is Crucial for Startups

April 9, 2025

01:16:00

What is outsourcing, and why is it crucial for startups? Tune in because this week on #BizNest is all about outsourcing! For episode 5, Francis and Penny discuss the nature of outsourcing, including how it works and its benefits.

Data-Driven Marketing: The Key to Scaling Smartly

Episode 4 | Marketing Strategies to Scale Your Business

Data-Driven Marketing: The Key to Scaling Smartly

April 7, 2025

00:06:00

Get ready for a marketing masterclass as Francis and Penny talk to Virtua Solutions Outsourcing’s very own Marketing Director—Rom de Leon—as she discusses marketing strategies to scale your business in this week’s episode of #BizNest

Marketing Strategies to Scale Your Business

Episode 4 | Marketing Strategies to Scale Your Business

Marketing Strategies to Scale Your Business

April 2, 2025

00:45:00

Get ready for a marketing masterclass as Francis and Penny talk to Virtua Solutions Outsourcing’s very own Marketing Director—Rom de Leon—as she discusses marketing strategies to scale your business in this week’s episode of #BizNest

Defining Company Core Values: Why Core Values Matter

Episode 3 | Defining Your Company’s Core Values: A Step-by-Step Guide

Defining Company Core Values: Why Core Values Matter

March 29, 2025

00:20:00

Core values aren’t just words on paper—they’re the foundation of long-term success, shaping culture, guiding tough decisions, and driving sustainable growth. In this episode, Francis and Penny talk about the importance of defining strong company core values, highlighting Virtua Solutions’ journey, and how the company’s core values were shaped.

Defining Your Company’s Core Values: A Step-by-Step Guide

Episode 3 | Defining Your Company’s Core Values: A Step-by-Step Guide

Defining Your Company’s Core Values: A Step-by-Step Guide

March 26, 2025

01:02:00

In this episode of #BizNest, Francis and Penny talk about the importance of company core values, how to define them, and how to turn them into action. If you could define your company’s culture in one word, what would it be? Drop your answer in the comments and listen to the audio version on Spotify, Buzzsprout, and Apple Podcasts:

Common Startup Failures & How to Overcome Them

Episode 2 | Overcoming Common Startup Failures: Lessons Learned

Common Startup Failures & How to Overcome Them

March 19, 2025

00:37:00

Francis and Penny break down common startup failures and offer actionable solutions. Which of these challenges have you faced in your startup journey? Let us know in the comments and keep the conversation going!

Understanding Failure in Startups

Episode 2 | Overcoming Common Startup Failures: Lessons Learned

Understanding Failure in Startups

March 19, 2025

00:10:00

Francis and Penny discuss the nature of failure, including why it’s a natural part of entrepreneurship and its role in success. How do you deal with startup failures and how did you recover from it? Share your story in the comments or tag us on social — your insight might inspire someone else!

Episode 2 | Overcoming Common Startup Failures: Lessons Learned

Overcoming Common Startup Failures: Lessons Learned

March 19, 2025

01:09:00

Francis and Penny talk about the typical hurdles startups face by sharing stories of failure based on their own experience as well as practical tips to avoid those pitfalls. After facing failure, how do you decide whether to pivot or keep pushing through? What’s your approach to making that tough call? Share your thoughts in the comments or tag us on social — we’d love to hear your perspective!

Episode 1 | Building a Winning Business Mindset

The Winning Business Mindset: What It Means

March 12, 2025

00:03:00

What does it mean to build a winning business mindset, and why is it crucial for success? In #Biznest season three premiere episode, Francis and Penny talk about how mindset shapes business decisions, resilience, and leadership.

Episode 1 | Building a Winning Business Mindset

Actionable Strategies: How to Build a Winning Mindset

March 12, 2025

00:6:00

In this episode of the #BizNest podcast, Francis and Penny provide practical steps on how to build a winning mindset that entrepreneurs can apply immediately.

Episode 1 | Building a Winning Business Mindset

BizNest: Building a Winning Business Mindset

March 13, 2025

00:51:00

What sets successful entrepreneurs apart from the rest? Francis and Penny kick off the new season with BizNest, talking about the right mindset shifts that can help you start, scale, and soar! 

Episode 1 | Building a Winning Business Mindset

Core Mindset Shifts for Business Success

March 13, 2025

00:37:00

What’s the one mindset shift that can change your business or career? Francis and Penny discuss different key mindset shifts that drive growth, including a heated argument about the popular phrase “go big or go home,” in this episode of the #BizNest podcast.

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