Across the globe, ESL learners are supporting their language education with weekly conversation practice and planned business English meetings via Skype or other means of virtual communication. And Filipino ESL teachers are cashing in on this trend. Read on.
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Five Travel Mistakes I Hope to Avoid Next Time
I was 11 the first time I traveled alone. It was a two-hour commute via four different vehicles from Quezon City to Antipolo. I didn’t get lost, robbed, or scammed – all those times. Now as an adult, I get to explore more faraway places. But I’m no wiser. Some of my major travel mistakes happened when I […]
Here Are Globe’s Postpaid Free Phones After 2 Years
After nearly two years with Globe, I’m finally about to get rid of a P1,299/month phone and internet bill. I got an iPhone 5s from them last April 2016 so this coming April 2018, I’m free. But not completely. I called their customer service hotline (211) today to ask about my options. Since I can’t […]
A Poor Man’s Guide to Search Engine Optimization
Google is the number one search engine so head over to their Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Starter Guide if you want a comprehensive and credible SEO tutorial. But if you’re a beginner and don’t have the time to delve into the depths of SEO, here’s a quick way to ensure every content you post has a […]
The 5 Best Karaoke Spots in Cebu
We take singing seriously in the South. Yes, after staying here in Cebu for almost four years, I realized just how much they love karaoke like we do in Manila. Hence, there’s no shortage of cool karaoke places in Cebu City. This holiday season, I figured I’d share with you a few awesome places where […]
100 Powerful Motivational Quotes to Get You Started
Part of my daily job is to send out a newsletter with great picture, industry news and a motivational quote. Since Christmas is in the air and New Year is waving hello, I’m feeling generous. Here’s half of the list of all quotes I sent out to my colleagues in 2017. Hope they inspire you […]
5 Signs that You’re Definitely a Staycation Junkie
If you love nothing but hotel breakfast, perfectly plush bed and long hours spent watching National Geographic on cable TV, reading travel magazines, or sleeping in, keep reading. You’re probably a 30-ish male or female with a stable job. Your weekdays are packed with work (day job, side projects, gigs, and housework included). Needless to […]
Why You Shouldn’t Pay Your SSS Loan via Banks
I received a lot of inquiries after I published “SSS Salary Loan for Self-Employed or Voluntary Members: A Quick Guide” so I figured I should post more about my SSS saga. Again, for the third time, the BPO company I was working at filed for bankruptcy. It happens. Sometimes, I feel like I jinxed it […]
Here’s what to do when you’re absolutely sure your PLDT modem (Home DSL) is broken
If you haven’t yet called PLDT hotline (172), spoken to a human tech support, and received a ticket number – do that first. (It’s a must.) Now after you have the ticket number, there is a fool-proof way of getting an immediate response from PLDT. Copy consumer@ntc.gov.ph on your follow-up email to customercare@pldt.com. The subject of […]
Beat your own demons with these 4 common sense tips
I’m just another woman who thinks like you do. Saying so, I know how active your nerves are within a day. Since we have brains that refuse inactivity, we have to make sure we pack a day with work, play or a hobby. Or else, our enemies prowling around like lions will eventually devour us. Listed below […]