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by Sonnie Santos | Sep 9, 2025 | Daily Musing, Personal Thoughts, Salt and Light, Volunteerism |
When a team member falls away, do you discard them or make the effort to restore them? This article explores profound lessons on leadership and community, inspired by the simple act of sweeping a courtyard
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 12, 2024 | Salt and Light, Self Improvement, Testimonials |
I accepted an invitation to speak at a convention of pediatricians w/o giving much thought. I Later realized my folly and panicked. However, by the grace of God, it turned into a beautiful experience.
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 7, 2024 | Daily Musing, Personal Thoughts, Salt and Light |
How a birthday dinner reservation turned into a reminder about faith, priorities, and being mindful of the impact of our decisions on others.
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 6, 2024 | 50's and Kicking, Testimonials |
Turning 55 and feeling great! A celebration of life’s journey and the importance of gratitude, faith, and family in this new chapter.
by Sonnie Santos | Jul 6, 2024 | Salt and Light, Testimonials |
Our actions, rooted in faith, will reinforce the timeless truth that we reap what we sow. I lost my fancy phone, but it was returned.
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 10, 2023 | Personal Branding, Testimonials |
Executive presence and power dressing can make you noticeable to others. It allows you to stand out and receive special treatment.
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 5, 2023 | 50's and Kicking, Testimonials |
Feeling ko I’m just in my 30’s! It has not been an easy journey, but God has been faithful and present throughout.
by Sonnie Santos | Apr 3, 2023 | 50's and Kicking, Mental Health, Physical Fitness |
Professional goals are different from an exercise, but we can overcome it with same mindset- Compete with yourself and be better before competing with others.
by Sonnie Santos | Apr 1, 2023 | 50's and Kicking, Physical Fitness, Salt and Light, Wellness |
Running is like business planning. You need a target, a strategy, and discipline to continue with the action steps.
by Sonnie Santos | Jan 7, 2023 | Business and Human Rights, Employee Relations |
Quiet firing is a fancy word used by millennials in modern workplaces. But the concept is not new, it is actually constructive dismissal
by Sonnie Santos | Dec 2, 2022 | Daily Musing |
Discipline is unpleasant; however, we can avoid a larger pain later when we have no control or experience it now in a controlled environment.
by Sonnie Santos | Aug 30, 2021 | Change Agent, HR ToolBox, Salt and Light |
Religious expression in the workplace is common in the Philippines. Some believed it help address behavioral issues, but some believed it can also create new ones. What is your take?
by Sonnie Santos | Jan 12, 2020 | Personal Thoughts, Q and A, Salt and Light |
Betrayal is personal, you alone can feel it. On the other hand, the person you thought have betrayed you is just being practical.
by Sonnie Santos | Jun 20, 2019 | Coaching & Mentoring |
Storytelling is a powerful tool to spur thinking. It a technique that bypasses the resistance of a person and opens an opportunity to get across a message.
by Sonnie Santos | Oct 7, 2018 | Coaching & Mentoring, Personal Thoughts |
Early this week, I withdrew to the mountains to spend some time reflecting, praying and fasting. There are several lessons I gained (notes to self) from reading the story of Kings Saul and David, here’s a few leadership lessons that you may want to consider
by Sonnie Santos | May 22, 2017 | ASEAN |
I’m not a journalist, so this ASEAN 2017 post will not be about politics. It’s about witnessing history unfold, our effort in helping write the story.
by Sonnie Santos | Mar 8, 2017 | Social Good, Social/Mobile Computing |
Joyfully reconnecting. This is what social web did to people 10 years ago, long before trolls and fake news thrive the virtual world.
by Sonnie Santos | Aug 24, 2015 | 2nd Look, Salt and Light, Testimonials |
My body from waist up was numbed, can’t talk, move; and I’m grasping for air at the ER of Medical City. Is this a rendezvous with death?
by Sonnie Santos | Aug 30, 2014 | Do It Yourself, Personal Thoughts, Reviews, Start Up Tips |
Past experiences and present opportunities are not coincidences, they are intertwined with your purpose. Find that purpose and you’ll know your future..
by Sonnie Santos | Aug 19, 2014 | Do It Yourself, Reviews |
What defines successful people is grit. The sustained passion and determination for a long period time.
by Sonnie Santos | Oct 24, 2011 | Learning and Human Development, Personal Thoughts |
To inspire is to offer an alternate solution so people can make an intelligent choice. Inspirational speakers are not in the business of making people laugh
by Sonnie Santos | Nov 10, 2008 | Testimonials |
Possessed by grief, a widow’s intense mourning and attempts to reconnect with her dead husband invited a demonic entity into her life.