Just this morning, I heard the news that the Philippines’ King of Comedy is in a critical condition.

I was saddened after hearing it.

Though we all don’t want to entertain the thought but maybe the end is near for him. He’s over 80 years old now and has served his purpose.

Growing up I’ve seen some of Dolphy’s movies and television show. The most memorable show for me is probably John En Marsha back in the 80’s.

He mesmerized millions of Filipinos with his slapstick jokes back then. Love him or hate him, he’s definitely a great entertainer and he’ll remain the king of comedy.

Why am I telling you all these?

For one important message and that is…

…life is short…and you better make the most out of your life.

If you’ll dig your pictures taken 5 years ago, you’ll probably notice that you’ve wrinkled up a little bit.

Or maybe you’ve gained weight and your hair is thinner now.

This will make you realize that indeed time flies so fast.

The question is…what are you going to do with the time that you have left?

Are you still going to spend it in a job that you hate?

Drag your feet to work every morning and hoping that someday life will be better?

Listen up, I believe that there’s something in your heart that tells you what you should be doing.

It can be starting a business, writing songs, helping the needy, or whatever.

The point is you have to listen to your heart and do what it tells you to do.

Clock is ticking and by the time you are finished reading this blog post 10 minutes of your time is already gone.

Remember this, you only have one life and only you can decide how are you going to spend it.

Recently, I had a conversation with a full-time call center agent aspiring to be an entrepreneur.

She said she’s tired of her job and I asked her “Why?”

“Ok naman ang sahod but I don’t get a chance to spend more time with my kids.” She said.

Then she added, “I like my team (officemates) but I think it changed my lifestyle. I’m in this job just for the salary lang talaga.”

“So what’s your plan?” I asked.

“I’ll start a small sari-sari store in our subdivision.” She replied.

In my mind, it tells me her thinking is too small.

So I tried to persuade her to think BIGGER and start a business where she can make at least twice or thrice of her current income or can potentially make her a millionaire.

But I knew she didn’t like what I said. She probably felt that I’m killing her business idea.

The following morning my thoughts are still with her and our conversation.

I’m just wondering why most aspiring entrepreneurs would like to start a “too small” businesses.

Is it lack of capital? Lack of experience? Lack of education maybe? I’m not sure.

While thinking through this, I turned on my TV and saw the scene where a rich business woman is mistreating a poor widow.

Then it hit me…

One reason why some Filipinos have a “too small” business idea is they don’t want to become like this rich abusive business woman.

But it’s in their subconscious so they’re not aware of it.

They would rather be like Dolphy in Home Along Da Riles where they’re poor yet they’re happy.

Unfortunately, that thinking also implies that you can’t be rich and be happy.

The truth is, the size of your business and your success will only be limited by your thinking.

Break the old “Bahay Kubo” mentality and think BIGGER.

Remember, if you start a business you’ll spend a lot of your time, money, and sweat on it.

You might as well be handsomely rewarded by your business.

You deserve it kabayan.