Jesus and the Cross- 4 Steps to a Resilient Life
Observing holy week is about learning the pattern set by Jesus so we too, can have a mentally resilient life
Revisiting My Thoughts On Personal Branding
I believe on personal branding bec. on 2008, I became an Asst. Vice President. A head hunter discovered my blog via search engine, and my linkedIn profile.
AskSonnie Q: Am I Illegally Dismissed?
You need to appreciate first all the factors in your situation before you can make your conclusion, thus, chart your next move. Are you directly hired or supplied by the agency? This will determine whether you have employer/employee relationship with...AskSonnie Q: Work on Overtime
My 2 cents: Biz people are given 6 reasons to compel employees to render overtime work as written on Sec 10, Rule I, Bk. III, IRR, to wit: 1) When the country is at war or when any other national or local emergency has been...It’s New Year! Now Let’s Work On Your Goals
Goal setting is a process wherein direction is set. The goals being set should be specific and measurable. Objectives is another term to describe a goal.
My Biz Story Featured In MoneySense Magazine
I was flattered when asked to share my biz story. I hope those contemplating to plunge into the world of entrepreneurs will get some insights from my beginnings. Cheers and all glory to the Lord!How To Make The Right Connection
I often hear this in success talks, “it’s not only about you, it’s about the right connection, having access to the right people at the right time”
How To Be Relevant In Social Web
There are many voices in social web and the internet, to be relevant, one must offer value adding options to life’s miseries.
Pursue Your Passion
If you will pursue your passion, the likelihood that you are fulfilling your calling or purpose in life is high. You will not only get people’s attention, you will also find inspiration.
Personal Branding 2.0
Update: Revisiting my thoughts about Personal Branding There are several tools that can enhance ones personal brand, but at the end of the day, despite the marketing efforts, we will be remembered not by our appearance, intelligence or skill, but by the...Full Time Employment or Solopreneurship?
Full time employment or be a Solopreneur? The right choice will be determined by your purpose, moral support of family and money in the bank.
Visualize, and Make It Happen
What started as a concept has become a reality! While facilitating module 2 [protect your brand: use social web responsibly] of my social web series, an idea was born. I thought why not tweak my lecture to educate parents on how to keep their kids safe online. Since...Breaking Free
How long have you been working? Do you find it easy balancing the demands of family and work? I asked because there are those who are successful in the corporate world, but still would like to get out of their comfort zone to be their own boss. On the other hand, I...Tithing and Financial Freedom
A few Sunday’s back, instead of the usual scenario where I follow up my kids to bring their tithes to the Lord, they proudly came to me prepared. I have been instilling to my children the value of tithing and how this should be handled. A tithe is giving back to...Another F.F.
Allow me to discuss another F.F., but this is still not the “friends with benefit” practice of young couples 😀 This FF is about the dream of ordinary people, those working in 8-12 hour shifts, those whose aspiration is to give their families good lives at...Social Media And Personal Branding
Though we are not marketers by profession, we are brand managers of our own reputation. Social Media and Personal Branding are match.
Are Employers Deserving of our Loyalty?
At this point in my career, I just turned one year as an executive, when I received a call from a headhunter acquaintance, requesting for my updated CV. Her client is a flourishing company and in need of executive for their HR Dept. The offer is rather tempting, so...What Went Wrong.. What Went Right
2008 is set to end in less than 2 months, this is the best time to look back and reflect, and plan for next year. If business organizations are doing this, specially in anticipation of the effects of the financial meltdown of world markets and recession of major...Be On Top Of Your Game
This is a quick post just to share what I learned from my quiet time early this morning, that is being on top of our game
Simple Ways To Manage My Stress
Do you want to know how I manage stress? These are the random things I do, not in order of importance. When at work, I leave my office and walk around. When at home, I’ll go out and check the car Blog hop. Read my bible and/or pray. Have coffee or eat. Listen...The Micro Perspective
Do you love details? Well I don’t but if I want to stay out of trouble, then I have to develop affection with details. A micro perspective is like looking at reports or situations behind magnifying glasses. Metrics are better understood if supported with...Winning By Losing
When we were at Baguio, wifey requested to visit a shop known for it’s hand crafted designer jewelry products. Even though I have no interest on any kind of jewelries, and I don’t take pleasure on shopping, I joined them and gave my thoughts on the items...
