Practical Strategic Thinking: Connecting The Dots
Strategic thinking is the process of making sense of the available information to determine a preferred future.
Can Religious Expressions Add Value in the Workplace?
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?
Comparative Table: DOLE DO 174, 18A, 19 and Labor Code
See what changed under DOLE DO 174. View the updated comparison table, key rules, and HR compliance guidance.
Copy of DOLE Department Order 174
UPDATE: Here’s a comparative table of DO 174, 18A, 19 and the labor code for your guidance and reference Here’s a copy of DOLE DO 174 for your reference. I will update this page to give our insights. If you have Qs, please let us know...Preventive Suspension, Definition and How to Go About It
A clear and updated guide on preventive suspension in the Philippines—legal basis, proper use, 30-day limit, due process, and when misuse becomes constructive dismissal.
How To: 3 Basic Things About Retirement Plans
Retirement plans is an agreement bet. a company and its employees, wherein the company provides financial benefit in exchange for employees years of service
What To Do When HR Gave A Wrong Salary
Solutio indebiti. If something is received when there is no right to demand it, and unduly delivered through mistake, the obligation to return it arises.
How To Write A Notice Of Decision (2025 Update)
Learn how to write a Notice of Decision memo following the twin-notice rule under DOLE and Supreme Court guidelines. Updated for 2025 with digital compliance and sample templates.
Counting the Probationary Period Correctly- 180 Days (2025 Guide)
Confused about 6 months vs. 180 days? This guide breaks down the legal basis, Supreme Court ruling, and HR best practices for probationary employment.
Probationary Period Extension?
A clear, updated guide on when probationary periods may be extended under Philippine law—including Supreme Court rulings, HR best practices, and invalid extension examples.
Pre Employment Background Investigation
Pre-employment background investigation is a technique or tool used to know about an applicant’s current and past circumstances.
SSS, PhilHealth & Pag-IBIG Contributions (2025): Rates, Tables, Computations
A comprehensive 2025 guide on SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG (HDMF) contributions in the Philippines. Updated tables, sample computations, deadlines, penalties, and HR compliance tips — verified with official sources.
Administrative Meeting Guide for HR Practitioners (Philippines)
A practical guide on conducting administrative hearings in the Philippines—covering due process, ample opportunity to be heard, evidence handling, and the Notice of Decision.
How To Compute Employee Salary
It’s the responsibility of the employer to accurately compute and timely release of salaries.
How To Write A Notice Of Administrative Meeting
Admin meeting is a formal forum to prove an incident or case.
Night Shift Differential Pay in the Philippines | Computation & 2025 Updates
Updated guide to Night Shift Differential (NSD) pay — computation formulas, government vs private rules, 2025 wage table, FAQs & DOLE references.
Ending Endo: It’s Complicated
Ending endo is akin to relationship status- it’s complicated.
How to Write a Notice to Explain Memo | DOLE Guidelines & Supreme Court Cases Aligned
Updated guide for HR professionals on drafting compliant Notice to Explain Memos with DOLE and Supreme Court references.
What is 13th Month and How To Compute It
Confused about your 13th-month pay? Learn how to verify if you received the correct amount. Updated for 2025 DOLE guidelines — coverage, formula, exemptions, and employee FAQs explained clearly.
How HR Can Transition A Company To Social Business
Social Business is the strategic use of the internet, social and mobile apps by a company, to engage employees and clients.
Can I Both Claim Magna Carta of Women Special Leave and SSS Sickness Benefit?
YES, a female employee can claim both SSS Sickness Benefit and Magna Carta of Women Special Leaves, PROVIDED, the benefit will be claimed as follows
Can I Avail of SSS Sickness Benefit For Threatened Abortion?
I am currently on leave due to threatened abortion, can I file for “sickness benefit” with SSS since I dont have leave credits anymore?
Pillar of HR Awardee
Sonnie Santos receiving the Pillar of HR Award — recognition for leadership and contributions to the Philippine HR community.
Blog Awards
Award-winning blog — Best Advocacy (2010) for Web Safety and Cyberbullying Prevention & Best Corporate and Brand Blog (2015)
CyberWellness Collaboration
Sonnie Santos with Family Zone Australia — promoting cyber wellness and digital parenting advocacy through ASKSonnie.INFO.
Collaboration for Better Careers
Sonnie Santos with JobStreet Philippines — a collaboration promoting values-driven HR leadership and employee engagement in the workplace.