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Here's a rundown of Kris Aquino's business ventures

After more than 20 years in the entertainment industry, Kris Aquino decided to invest more time and money in her business ventures.Kris has always been forward-thinking when it comes to securing the future of her sons—Josh and Bimby. This is probably why the 47-year-old ...

Don't be a doormat

It's great to be kind and accommodating to people. It's also great to help others in times of need not because there's something in return, but because it's the right thing to do. What's not great is being accommodating to the point of being ...

UBE Express launches new route

Imagine this: You're dead-tired from a long-haul flight, you're pushing two carts with huge balikbayan boxes, and there's no car in sight by the taxi bay (or if there is, the driver's asking for an additional P500 since you're traveling all the ...

Make every word count

The more people online take the power of speech for granted, the clearer it is that words do matter. Unfortunately, with all the variations of stress we deal with daily, it's been getting harder and harder to express ourselves politely while still effectively saying ...

Are you thinking about finally taking the leap and investing in your own home?

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions we can ever make, which makes it even more imperative to put a lot of thought into that decision. It’s not just about having enough money; there are plenty of other important ...

Even when you actually do

Have you ever felt that your expenses almost always overrun your take-home pay; like you’re never earning enough to actually enjoy the fruits of your labor? The feeling of “dumaan lang sa palad ko ang pera” can be very disheartening, especially if ...

Bolzico Beef gives the actor, model and host the opportunity to talk to his dad more often

Have you heard of Bolzico Beef?It is steak cuts of 100 percent grass-fed, premium Angus beef from Argentina. Early this year, Nico Bolzico proudly introduced one of his family's homegrown products in Manila."It's from my [family] farm, right? So, at one point, when ...

Basic manners matter most during huddles with your team or negotiations with a client

Basic manners matter most during a negotiation with a potential business client or while presenting the companyâs latest numbers to your seniors.Aside from the ABCs of professionalism like dressing properly or coming on time, here are a few more notes on good ...

Choose your fighter: Cayetano, Aquino, Sotto, Ejercito?

With campaign season for the May 2019 midterm elections almost upon us, the topic of political dynasties is on every Filipino voter's mind. And if it isn't, it should be: Though the Constitution says that "The State shall guarantee equal access to ...

Don't rush it

We’ve all been in that situation when you know it’s only a matter of time before you submit your resignation letter, but leaving your company takes more than just that. At this age, you already know that you need to plan and prepare ...

Listen to her simple financial advice

In Heart Evangelista's latest vlog, the actress allowed a peek inside her everyday bag (an Hermès Birkin in bubblegum pink, no biggie). She revealed her daily essentials, which include her Samsung smartphone, Chloe sunnies, La Mer lip balm, Louis Vuitton makeup kit, Acqua ...

But if you're looking for the best place to live and work, the answer is still Singapore

Moving abroad, as with any major career decision, comes with its own set of pros and cons. But while home sickness, the lack of a strong support system, and a potentially higher cost of living all fall under the latter, a fresh ...

The highs and lows of joining one of the country's most demanding industries

No, this isn’t a sob story. No, this isn’t a scathing indictment of the call center industry, nor is it a how-to-survive-working-in-a-BPO guide. It’s a reflection on an unprecedented but dramatic career change and how I’ve adapted so far. I don’t quite ...