“No matter your age, you’ll always wish you started younger. But today is the youngest you’ll ever be.” Author Unknown To continue with this very interesting topic, in my presentation at the 8th National HR Summit, I discussed the HR functions that are certain to be impacted by AI. Among the plenary speakers, I was one […]
The Changing Jobs Landscape in the Next 5 Years Intelligence, HR’s Friend or Foe
“The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn & unlearn” Alvin Toffler For a “natural born technically challenged” HR person like me, to be asked to speak about AI’s impact on job landscape and the HR profession (Friend or Foe) is an irony. In […]
On Hiring the Right People for the Right Roles
“Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers and thinkers, but most of all, surround yourself with those who see the greatness within you, even when you don’t see it yourself” Edmund Lee Received a surprise call from a friend & COO colleague a few days ago, asking for guidance on who to hire […]
“Bridging the Digital Divide As A Community Engagement Program”
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” Winston Churchill En Elle International Outsourcing Corp., a start-up outsourcing provider has partnered with California Technological Care (CTC), a San Francisco-based nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging the digital divide. The collaboration was solidified with the signing of a Memorandum […]
“Pamanuli…Pamanyuli” the Grand Post Pandemic SMA Reunion
“The older you get, the more important it is to know people you knew when.Amy Poehler My primary & secondary school alma mater, St. Mary’s Academy (SMA) of Bacolor, Pampanga was formerly known as Bacolor Catholic School. Founded in 1919 by the late Msgr. Pedro P. Santos, it was the first among three Benedictine schools […]
Resolutions Worth Attempting for the New Year
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”Mahatma Gandhi At St. Mary’s Academy in my hometown of Bacolor, in the early years of honing my writing skills, I vividly remember during high school days, our renowned english teachers (Mr Erlinda Cortes, Mrs Ludy Paladin etc), right after the much-awaited Christmas break, […]
Year End Parties Should Be Much Anticipated NOT Dreaded
“Everyone wants to be appreciated, so if you appreciate someone, don’t keep it a secret.” – Mary Kay Ash Year-end parties can be the best opportunity for employees and employers alike. A year end celebration or to some it could actually be a Christmas Party, is a good way to make your team feel valued. Parties […]
Ilocos Norte features rich culinary landscape thru first-ever ‘Grill’IN!’
The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, through the Ilocos Norte Tourism Office (INTO), launched the first ever Grill’IN! BBQ and Food Festival as part of this year’s provincial fiesta celebration at Sexy Beach, Municipality of Pasuquin, on May 11. Attended by food and music enthusiasts along with different provincial officials, this debut gave emphasis on […]