ENERGIZER Philippines, Inc. has donated P2M worth of its products to several foundations and NGOs, as part of their rescue and rehabilitation efforts to the affected families and individuals that were devastated during the wrath of typhoon Yolanda over the Visayas Region recently. Present during one of the simple turnover ceremony were Lady Reyes and Marivic Calixto, Operations Manager, GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc. “We at Energizer Philippines are one with the GMA Kapuso Foundation, Inc. of its rehabilitation programs. We hope that our Energizer flashlights and batteries will go a long way to help rebuild the lives of the people affected by Typhoon Yolanda” said Lady Reyes of Energizer Philippines, Inc.
As people with different standards we often have thoughts on
why a certain thing rocks or why it stands out among the rest. Yes and I do
have that same standards in mind.
Just to share with you, a few years back when I was on a “job-hunt”,
the BPO industry then was on its early-booming stage. I went to a call-center
company which was located at Quezon City. I applied there because I passed
their initial interview so the next phase was to go to their office and undergo
a series of tests/exams to see if I’ll get hired as a “Customer .. . Evrything
went well in the few hours as I passed their 13 kinds of exams and the
simulation test. The next and determining part was their final interview. I was
kind of feeling confident and positive at that time since I said to myself that
I never get to decline to any job I have previously applied. At the final
interview I was asked about what are my dreams and etc. I said to myself that, “Wow
these are pretty simple questions”. But after a few minutes I was called back
my interviewer and was told I didn’t get the job. I felt so down that time. Who
wouldn’t?
After that experience I said, I will never apply again in aBPO-related company. It was a trauma for me-YES!
And just like anyone who has a bad experience, things has
changed. How and when? That was until I attended the SYKES Year-End Celebration2013 Party last December 15,2013 at SMX Convention Center in SM Mall of Asia.
The party was attended by roughly 9,000 ++ employees of
SYKES PHILIPPINES. I was even glad to meet the it’s very nice Vice President
for Operations, Mr. Dean Van Ormer.
Mr. Dean Van Ormer said, “What I love about SYKES
PHILIPPINES employees is your PASSION, You have always shown great passion in
and out of work. That is why we have a great 2013”.
VP for Operations Sykes Philippines
Mr. Dean Van Ormer
I have felt the sincerity in Mr. Dean Van Omer’s words as he
spoke of it. Most of the time what drives most of the employees to work hard is
that knowing your company believes in what you are doing. Sometimes it’s not
about how much you will be earning from your work. Money does not always play a
deciding part if you are not going to work harder or not. For me it’s all about
being commended for what you have always worked hard. So hearing a big boss
like that of Mr. Dean Van Ormer speak of how he lauded their employees being
passionate of their work is one big boost for his employees to even work harder.
And that is one of the Top 4 reasons why I think Sykes Philippines is still
growing in numbers in terms of manpower.
The second reason is that they continue to expand- one proof
is the newly open site, SYKES Glorietta. Sykes Glorietta is the first
call-center that offers highly supportive facilities from the lighting, chairs
and etc, making it more conducive for their employees to work at.
The 3rd “most” rocking reason for me why SYKES
Philippines is still one of the best BPO Companies here in the Philippines is
the fact that raised and donated 2 Million pesos to help rebuild the affected
provinces of Tacloban and Samar. It was actually a small amount compared to
other donations but it still helped a lot. For a multinational company to
donate and raised awareness in its employees is enough to know that they are
really a company not just after the profits.
The 4th reason is that SYKES Philippines recently
awarded its 200 employees for their loyalty and commitment, in which 7 of it
were their employees for already 15 years. The 193 employees were on their 10th
year as “SYKESYERS”.
Giniling Festival rocking the crowd with their songs
These are just of the many reasons I found why I suddenly
wanted to work in a call-center again despite the “trauma” I had a few years.
After all there’s no harm in trying my luck again.
The SYKES YEAR END Party 2013 was a blast. Six mainstream
bands performed that night including show-opener, UP DHARMA DOWN, GINILING
FESTIVAL, KAMIKAZEE, EBE DANCEl and ITCHY WORMS. The party was hosted by
seasoned and dashing host Drew Arellano and model/host Kat Alano.
The party did not just stopped with its MUSIC FEST and
over-flowing food and drinks, SYKES PHILIPPINES also raffled to their top
referrers a MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. Earlier this year Sykes launched their Employee
Referral Program where in it gave big chances in taking home a brand new car
that night to one lucky referrer.
Indeed Sykes Philippines is among the BPO-related companies
that we all should look out for. Their continuing passion and commendation to
their employees will soon even bear more fruits by hiring more employees (and
that means more working opportunities for Filipinos) and more sites to open to accommodate
their ever growing number of employees.
To SYKES and SYKESYERS Congratulations to another fruitful
year and more sites to open.
Just this afternoon Christian Bautista signed his 3rd year contract as endorser for local Ink brand, Ink All You Can.
Asia's Romantic Balladeer, Christian Bautista had a refreshing stint in Japan when he represented the Philippines jn the Asean-Japan Music Festival -Music For Healing After the Earthquake. The festival was held at the NHK Hall in Shibuya Japan.
"Christian Bautista has helped establish InK -All-You-Can as the trusted brand for printer consumables in the country since 2010," said Jerry Ilao, Ink-All-You-Can's President. "With our partnership, we were able to increase brand awareness and share the good news of unlimited printing to more customers. We look forward for more projects with Christian".
With Christian Bautista's clean stature as an actor and singer, I think that really helped the brand to reach more customers.
By the way, Ink-All-You-Can is now open for franchise. Interested entrepreneurs can now venture a business like this with a stable business plan and fast "return-of-investment".
For interested entrepreneurs, you may visit their website at www.ink.com.ph
With Christian Bautista during his contract signing with Ink-All-You-Can .
The President of Ink-All-You-Can, Mr.Jerry Ilao and Christian Bautista.
Where to catch Christian Bautista? Watch him every Sundays at GMA's Sunday All Stars. He is also currently working on a new album under Universal Records and had just released a special jingle "Paskong Pilipino" , a song he collaborated with his brothers, Jordan and Joshua.
Indeed, the first day of December 2013 is not all that happy for the "Fast and Furious" fans out there and most especially me.
The "Fast and Furious" cast Paul Walker dies in a car crash today in California at the age of 40.
I fell in love with Paul Walker with his role as he was so dashing in the movie "The Fast and Furious". I love his role there as someone who would go along way and prove to everybody his love for his girl.
As i write this blog, I'm on verge of tears. I cannot imagine that i won't see him anymore in the future Fast and Furious movies.
It was also heart-breaking for us Filipinos because according to news he is on his way to a charity event held for the typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan victims here in the Philippines.
Paul Walker -You are forever LOVED!!!
To his family and loved ones...
He will be forever in our hearts....
For the meantime, will watch his movies and cry :(
This November 29 at the Eastwood City Central Plaza, Parokya Ni Edgar will launch their latest release Bente, which celebrates the band’s 20th anniversary as a group. Bente has two editions – 1 DVD/2 CD and 2 CD. The DVD includes 28 music videos of the band plus two documentaries. The 2 CD has a total of 29 tracks (27 of the band’s biggest hits plus 2 brand new tracks).
Parokya ni Edgar is one of my favorite bands of all time. I remember they had a concert in school during my last year in College (Polytechnic University of the Philippines ). Talk about reminiscing during those days....
PNE fans here's your chance to see and watch them perform and get a free Bente shirt and an autographed album of Bente!!!!!
Bente also includes their newest single Ang Parokya, which talks about the beginnings of the band. It also features Gloc-9 and Frank Magalona. Ang Parokya is the second time that Parokya Ni Edgar, Frank and Gloc-9 collaborated in a song. The music video of the song is also included in the DVD.
For avid fans, two documentaries are included in the DVD– Ang Kuwento ng Parokya and Ang First Gig ng Parokya.
Those who will buy Bente on the launch date will get free T-shirt and a poster, on a first come, first served basis.
Part of the proceeds of Bente will be donated to the Philippine Red Cross – Quezon City Chapter.
CD 1. Ang Parokya 2. Buloy 3. Maniwala Ka Sana 4. Silvertoes 5. Harana 6. Picha Pie 7. Halaga 8. Inuman Na 9. Swimming Beach 10. Sorry Na 11. This Guy’s In Love With You Pare 12. Mr. Suave 13. The Yes Yes Show 14. Chikinini 15. Your Song (My One And Only You)
CD2 1. Mang Jose 2. Para Sayo 3. Papa Cologne 4. The Ordertaker 5. Gitara 6. Bagsakan 7. First Day Funk 8. Macho 9. Akala 10. Boys Do Falling Love 11. Pakiusap Lang (Lasingin Nyo Ako) 12. Pangarap Lang Kita 13. One Hit Combo Bonus Track 14. Salamat Po
DVD Ang Mga Music Videos Ng Parokya: 1. Ang Parokya 2. Buloy 3. Maniwala Ka Sana 4. Silvertoes 5. Harana 6. Picha Pie 7. Halaga 8. Inuman Na 9. Swimming Beach 10. Sorry Na 11. Mr. Suave 12. The Yes Yes Show 13. Chikinini 14. Mang Jose 15. Para Sa’yo 16. Papa Cologne 17. The Ordertaker 18. Gitara 19. Bagsakan 20. First Day Funk 21. Macho (Version 1) 22. Macho (Version 2) 23. Akala 24. Pakiusap Lang (Lasingin Nyo Ako) 25. Pangarap Lang Kita (Version 1) 26. Pangarap Lang Kita (Version 2) 27. Pangarap Lang Kita (Version 3) 28. One Hit Combo
Espesyal Features • Ang Kwento Ng Parokya • Ang First Gig Ng Parokya
Last August 31, 2013, I had the most " First and Epic" Halloween party ever!!! Yes it was my first ever! And who would have thought that it would be at Solaire Resort Casino and Hotel.
I actually don't have the slightiest plan of attending one that night. while everyone was busy thinking what costume to wear, I was busy thinking if I should be busy like all the rst who are all fussing about their costumes.
But those last minute thingies changed as that afternoon, a friend told me that she was going to a Halloween party. I said why is everybody busy thinking of going to a Halloween Party. And since I missed this girl, I said why not?
I missed Phylicia, yeah her name is Phylicia and she asked me if I can go with her at Solaire Resort Casino and Hotel for this year's Halloween Party, "The AFter Glow Halloween Party".
Solaire Resort's theme this year is the Neon Days of the 80's and 90's. And with that being said guest of this year's Halloween Party should be dressed in anything but neon.
I don't have any neon outfit but that didn't stopped me from going. All I know is that I have that "party" itch and I was so excited to celebrate Halloween with my sweetie friend Phylicia.
Lo and behold,I guess there was no need to drag myself because going to Solaire was so comfy.Comfy it is because I was so lucky there was a "free" shuttle going to Solaire located at Theater Mall Greenhills.Solaire member guests has the privilege to go to Solaire for free if they availed and registered as members of Solaire.
I came around a little after 9pm, and the party had just started,enough for me and Phylicia to find us cocktail table near the center of Eclipse Bar.
Even though we were the youngest in the crowd, we enjoyed every bit of since the band performing that night was playing cool 80's music plus we get to meet awesome peeps from Norway who has to say lots of good things about our country and our people.
And what it made doubly awesome we won "Fresh" Buffet passports good for 2 just by tweeting posting via instagram. And my pretty friend Phylicia won as best-dressed that night!
And to our surprise, seasoned Rn'B band "South Border" performed and boy did they sang my favorite song, TREASURE by Bruno Mars. This got us dance our night away.
Kudos to Solaire Casino and Hotel's events team for putting up a good show.
Pasig City gives premium on the cleanliness of the community and the welfare of its residents. SCHICK’s advocacy campaign, Suaveng Ahit, Gwapong Schick Barangay Tour, found this for a fact as it reached its last leg on September 30 in Barangay Kalawaan, Pasig City, which was hailed as “Pinakagwapong Barangay” together with the dance diva, Regine Tolentino.
Schick, one of the country’s most trusted brands for effective grooming, started this advocacy barangay tour in December 2012. It aims to promote proper personal grooming and also cleanliness in the community, for the ‘Gwapong Mamamayan’ which is about personal grooming, Schick provided free haircut and shaving services to the residents of the areas we visited. Thousands of samples of Schick Exacta2 Disposables were given away. For Gwapong Syudad, we have worked with the Barangay of the community and promoted maintaining cleanliness of the surroundings. The barangay caravan got under way first to Salamalabanan Subdivision in Imus Cavite, then of Antipolo, Muntinlupa, Novaliches, Caloocan, and Pasig City. The caravan held several activities such as three-on-three basketball game, a free-throw and half-court shootout, and a dance showdown that promoted sportsmanship among the participants.
Barangay Kalawaan, Pasig City, was awarded the best-looking barangay because of its liveliness despite its dense population. Its busy streets proved that the barangay was a winner, together with its officials who helped achieve peace and order as well as healthy lifestyle.
“Unang-una nagpapasalamat po ako sa programang SCHICK dahil kami ang napilibilang Pinaka-gwapong Barangay,” saidBarangay Kalawaan Captain Jaime “Jimmy” Lee. “Maraming tao ang natulungan at nakinabang dito sa aming barangay lalo na ang SAKTODA, added Lee.
Schick has always believed that being well groomed boosts not just physical but also mental wellness, and hence makes for a more confident community.
“We plan to do this event through our distributors across Philippines and have their own mini barangay tour of the Suaveng Ahit, Gwapong Schick,” said stated SCHICK Marketing Manager Cara Ramirez-Tecson. “We believe in its advocacy of promoting proper personal grooming while ensuring that we keep the community in mind as well when it comes to wellness and cleanliness. This activity also enables us to improve our distribution in areas we have opportunities since it includes merchandising blitz and sari-sari promotions that help our brand, Schick be more accessible to our consumers.
