Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: The Mommy Roves Takes Over
Episode Number: Ep. 07
Release Date: November 7, 2025
Duration: 00:21:04

🎧 Episode Summary
In this special episode, the tables are turned! Rovie Peralta (The Mommy Roves) takes over as host and interviews Julius about his experiences working with Filipino team members and building Team Up Now.

Julius shares candid insights about what he loves most about Filipino workers — their resilience, friendliness, and loyalty — while also offering honest feedback on areas for growth. From discussing cultural differences like over-apologizing and the "sir/ma'am" dynamic to debunking misconceptions about outsourcing, this conversation explores how to build truly ethical and successful cross-cultural work relationships. Julius also reveals the story behind Team Up Now and why treating offshore staff as equals is the key to exceptional results.

💡 Episode Highlights
00:45 – Three things Julius loves about Filipinos
01:30 – The story behind Team Up Now
03:20 – Treating Filipino staff as equals
05:30 – Three things Filipinos should improve
07:40 – Cultural differences with "sorry"
08:30 – Why "sir/ma'am" creates class divide
09:40 – When resilience becomes a negative
10:50 – Misconceptions about Australian bosses
12:00 – Why more work isn't always better
15:10 – Debunking outsourcing misconceptions
17:30 – Bridging cultural gaps
18:40 – Managing time zones and 13th month pay
20:30 – Closing thoughts

🧠 Key Takeaways
Treat remote workers as equals, not faceless resources — it builds loyalty and exceptional results.
Over-apologizing undermines confidence; save "sorry" for when it matters.
"Sir" and "ma'am" create unnecessary power distance in teams.
Ask for help before problems escalate — resilience isn't suffering in silence.
The Philippines has world-class talent beyond basic admin work.
More hours ≠ better work; work-life balance benefits everyone.
Ethical outsourcing: fair pay, benefits (13th month pay), and cultural respect.
Great cross-cultural teams meet in the middle and adapt to each other.

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
🔗 Follow Rovie:
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themommyroves/
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themommyroves/
On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themommyroves
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themommyroves

👤 About the Host
Julius is the co-founder of Team Up Now, a values-led outsourcing agency built to change the way businesses think about remote teams. They’re redefining what ethical outsourcing means—where empathy, fairness, and growth all thrive hand in hand.

🔗 Follow Julius on Social Media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-schoenfeld/
https://www.instagram.com/juliusschoenfeld/

🙌 Connect with Team Up Now
Instagram: @teamupnow.au
Work with us: www.teamupnow.com.au

Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: The Mommy Roves
Episode Number: Ep. 06
Release Date: Oct 24, 2025
Duration: 00:34:48

🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, Julius chats with content creator Rovie Peralta, better known as The Mommy Roves, about her journey from Manila to Sydney and the lessons learned along the way.
Rovie shares the cultural contrasts between Filipino and Australian life — from work habits and communication styles to community and family values — all with her signature humor and honesty. This conversation dives into finding confidence abroad, adapting to new environments, and embracing what makes each culture unique.

💡 Episode Highlights
00:00 – Welcome and intro to Rovie Peralta, aka The Mommy Roves
01:10 – Rovie shares her story of moving from Manila to Sydney and falling in love with Australia
03:50 – First impressions of Australian life vs. Manila life
06:00 – What Rovie misses most about the Philippines — late-night eats, service culture, and family closeness
08:40 – Building friendships and community as a Filipino migrant in Australia
11:10 – Raising a child in Australia vs. growing up in the Philippines
14:30 – Cultural similarities and differences between Australians and Filipinos
17:10 – The Jollibee vs. McDonald’s debate and Julius’ love for Filipino food
19:00 – What Julius admires most about Filipino culture: resilience, kindness, and family values
21:00 – Culture shock moments: Filipino work ethic and being “too intense” in Aussie workplaces
23:00 – Understanding different workplace cultures and learning to meet halfway
25:00 – The meaning of “sorry” and how Filipinos’ politeness can be misread in Australia
27:00 – Learning to speak up in meetings and overcoming shyness at work
29:10 – Rovie’s journey as a content creator — using humor to share migrant life stories
31:00 – Sharing serious topics like mental health and workplace experiences through writing
33:00 – Rovie’s advice for Filipinos working with Australians and embracing cultural confidence
34:10 – Where to find Rovie online (@themommyroves on all platforms)

🧠 Key Takeaways
Cultural adaptation takes time — and humor helps.
Filipinos’ hardworking and respectful nature can shine even brighter when balanced with confidence and open communication.
Workplace culture varies, but empathy and curiosity bridge the gap.
Speaking up and sharing your perspective can inspire change and connection.
Content creation can be a powerful tool for representation and community building.

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 Follow Rovie:
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themommyroves/
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themommyroves/
On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@themommyroves
On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themommyroves

👤 About the Host
Julius is the co-founder of Team Up Now, a values-led outsourcing agency built to change the way businesses think about remote teams. They’re redefining what ethical outsourcing means—where empathy, fairness, and growth all thrive hand in hand.

🔗 Follow Julius on Social Media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-schoenfeld/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliusschoenfeld/

🙌 Connect with Team Up Now
Instagram: @teamupnow.au
Work with us: www.teamupnow.com.au

Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: Building with Values vs. Chasing Scale
Episode Number: Ep. 05
Release Date: October 10, 2025
Duration: 00:29:02

🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, hosts Julius and Eiza get real about what it means to build a business with values at its core—especially when growth and quick wins come knocking. They share honest stories about tough client decisions, team dynamics, and the lessons learned from choosing integrity over instant success.
If you’re a founder, creative, or leader struggling between scaling fast and staying true to your principles, this conversation will remind you that slow, values-led growth always wins in the long run.

You'll learn:
✅ Why chasing fast growth can compromise your business identity
✅ How values can serve as your compass in tough business decisions
✅ What sustainable, ethical growth really looks like in practice

💡 Episode Highlights
00:45 – Building with values: why it matters more than scale

02:30 – When unpaid invoices tested Team Up Now's values

04:15 – The importance of boundaries and fairness in business

06:50 – Why chasing short-term growth can derail long-term success

08:20 – How values shape hiring and training decisions

10:45 – Hiring Angelica: choosing values over experience

12:30 – The win-win-win model: fair pay, better service, sustainable profit

14:50 – Walking away from clients who don't align with values

16:20 – Negotiating rates: standing firm on fair pricing

18:45 – Eiza's sacrifice: closing her first agency to stay true to herself

21:30 – Julius on turning down opportunities that don't align

23:15 – Can you scale faster because of values, not despite them?

25:40 – The five-year vision: changing outsourcing's reputation

27:30 – Scaling dignity, purpose, and care - not just work

28:15 – Preview: Next episode features a candidate and recruiter conversation

🧠 Key Takeaways
“Your core values shouldn’t just sound good on paper—they should guide every decision, even when it’s uncomfortable.”
“Slow growth with integrity always outlasts shortcuts.”
“You can scale without losing yourself. Values are the foundation that make growth sustainable.”

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamupnow.au

👤 About the Hosts
Julius and Eiza are the co-founders of Team Up Now, a values-led outsourcing agency built to change the way businesses think about remote teams. Together, they’re redefining what ethical outsourcing means—where empathy, fairness, and growth all thrive hand in hand.

🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-schoenfeld/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eiza-fiel-tampus-20404756/

🙌 Connect with Team Up Now
Instagram: @teamupnow.au
Work with us: www.teamupnow.com.au