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02/01/2026

Happy New Year sa lahat :)

02/11/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Danny Quinio, Frankie Esperas, Lei Cortez

27/10/2025

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11/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there — especially the working moms, student moms, and caregiver moms.

Being a mother means being a multitasker, a problem-solver, a leader, a teacher, and a cheerleader — all rolled into one.

As a mom, I’ve learned that resilience isn’t just a skill — it’s a way of life. Whether it’s balancing meetings and meal preps, submitting assignments with a baby on your lap, or chasing goals while nurturing little hearts, motherhood strengthens us in ways no resume ever could.

To all the moms doing the hard work every single day, your efforts matter. Your growth matters. And your dreams still matter.

Here’s to the mothers building both families and futures.

Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

10/05/2025

🌟 “I Didn’t Get the Job — But I Gained So Much More”

When I first applied for a role at a global leader in commercial asset and vehicle sales, home to the world’s largest auction platform and digital marketplace. I saw it as a solid opportunity. But I didn’t allow myself to get too hopeful. The job seemed promising: a hybrid setup, potential for growth, and commission-based earnings. Still, part of me stayed guarded, maybe to avoid disappointment.

Then, everything that could go wrong… did.

Before my initial interview, my printer broke. I couldn’t print a polished CV, so I had to bring a generic one. That same day, I sprained my ankle and had to walk to the interview room in pain.

After the interview, I missed the follow-up email for the assessment. I only discovered it days later when HR followed up to check in. I quickly completed the assessment, even though I feared I had already missed my chance.

Weeks passed, and then I received surprising news. I made it to the final interview.

But again, another hurdle. No email, no link, no confirmation. The HR contact had simply forgotten to send it.

When I followed up, she apologized and sent the link the next day. But by then, the scheduled interview time had already passed. Still, I responded with a positive and respectful message, hoping for a chance to reschedule. I knew it was likely an oversight on their part, but I also believe that staying professional and kind in every communication goes a long way.

Then came the interview day. The interviewer was delayed, and I sat there feeling nervous and unsure. I started wondering if all these obstacles were signs it wasn’t meant to be.

Eventually, I learned I didn’t get the job.

Yes, it stung — but not because I failed. It stung because I realized how much I wanted it, how hard I fought for it, and how much heart I put into the process.

And that’s the story I want to remember: not about a missed opportunity, but about persistence, growth, and clarity.

Sometimes, we only realize how much we want something when we’re close to having it. And sometimes, the journey reveals more about who we are than the destination ever could.

To anyone navigating job interviews, career shifts, or moments of uncertainty: your path doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs your persistence. Keep going.

04/05/2025

Isa Na Naman: Buwis Para sa Freelancers at Digital Entrepreneurs sa Pilipinas! Dati Chillin', Ngayon Stressing sa Buwis!

As a freelancer and online business owner in the Philippines, I am deeply disappointed with the implementation of another tax under RA No. 12023, which imposes a 12 percent VAT on digital services. The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) insists this is “not a new tax” but a move to ensure foreign digital companies are taxed the same as local ones. But for those of us who already pay quarterly and annual taxes, this feels like yet another layer of burden that only adds to the already heavy responsibilities of running a digital business.

Bagong Buwis, Parehas na Pagbabayad:

This new VAT applies to platforms and services we rely on daily. Freelancers using Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer.com, Canva, Zoom, Google Workspace, and Adobe Creative Cloud may soon face higher fees or reduced payouts. Even streaming platforms like Netflix, Spotify, Disney+, YouTube Premium, and Apple Music are affected. These are services we subscribe to either for work or well-being, and now they will likely become more expensive due to the added tax.

Para sa mga Baguhang Freelancer, Isang Malupit na Hamon:

For those just starting out in freelancing, this is a real blow. Imagine finally landing your first client on Upwork, only to see deductions piling up , platform fees, withdrawal charges, and now a possible 12 percent VAT. For small business owners trying to grow online, this law is discouraging and demoralizing.

Ang Gobyerno Nagsasabi ng Pagkakapantay-pantay, Pero Tila Pabor sa Malalaking Kumpanya:

The government says this law promotes fairness and creates a level playing field. But where is the fairness when Filipino freelancers, especially new and independent ones, continue to pay taxes while receiving little to no support in return? We religiously file BIR forms and pay dues, yet we rarely see direct benefits. The concern many of us have is that, like before, this tax revenue may be misused or wasted by public officials, instead of going toward infrastructure, better internet access, or support programs for freelancers.

We are not against paying taxes. We are simply asking for fairness, accountability, and transparency. If the government truly wants to strengthen the digital economy, it should offer tax incentives, simplify processes, and ensure every peso collected goes to something meaningful.

Right now, this law feels like a step backward. And for many freelancers and online entrepreneurs, it adds to the frustration of trying to survive in an already challenging digital environment.

A Frustrated Freelancer

21/04/2025

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