Make That First (Good) Impression

In the year 2000, I was a fresh graduate struggling to find my place in the corporate world. Having studied in one of those colleges in the Philippines that specialize in Accountancy and Business Administration, we were taught that the one of the most important factors in getting yourself a job or a business deal is by making a good first impression with potential employers and potential business partners.

To my surprise, I found out that a small piece of paper can do wonders in making a good first impression- that is, by handing out nicely written business cards during interviews, business deals, or even mere acquaintances.

Looking back, I always admire people who have their own personal business cards ready to be given to potential employers and business partners. That is because to me, a person that has his/her own business card appears to be very professional and has had actually reached a certain milestone in their careers. Even in my first corporate office, only those who are in managerial positions have their own business cards.

These papers may be small, but business cards actually tells a lot about you on first acquaintance. This is because business cards inform other people about the nature of your work or the nature of the business you are into. In the future, people may use the business cards for reference, whenever they need your service.

As a fine example, my brother, who is a contractor of buildings and houses, makes it a habit of not leaving the house without at least five business cards in his wallet. During social gatherings and meetings, he would hand-out these business cards to other people. The results? He has already constructed at least three (3) residential houses in posh villages out of those to whom he had given business cards.

You need not worry about what you should put into your business cards. There are wonderful companies that specialize in creating the cards that will suit your need. There are loads of layouts to choose from, but of course, you can customize by giving your company logo, or your own personalized design.

So remember, when you mean business, always make sure you have a handy business card in your pocket. Hand them out, and make a good first impression among your business acquaintances.

Kidnapped Victim Beheaded in Jolo

A suspected Abu Sayyaf group has reportedly beheaded their kidnap victim, Gabriel Canizares, in Jolo Island early Monday morning, November 9, 2009.

Canizares, principal of Kanague Elementary School in Patikul (Sulu), was kidnapped while on board a passenger jeepney on October 19, 2009. Police report states that prior to the beheading, the bandits reportedly got angry after getting only 150, 000 out of the 2 million pesos demanded ransom.


source: abs-cbnnews

Pacquiao VS Cotto

Filipino boxing champion Manny Pacquiao battles Puerto Rican Miguel Cotto on November 14, 2009 at the MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas.

Here is the Tale of the Tape:

The fight is entitled Firepower, and at stake is Miguel Cotto's World Boxing Organization's (WBO) Welterweight Championship Title. Should he win, Pacquiao will be the first ever to hold Seven Titles in Seven Weight Divisions.

The fight, however, might not be easy for Pacquiao because Cotto is bigger and younger.

Folks, we've got 8 days to go before Fight Night.

Let's get ready to rumble!

Be On Top

Every year, thousands of students in the United States, and perhaps millions all around the world are graduting from College. It is quite understandable that most of these students do not easily get their dream jobs. In fact, due to the global financial crisis that hit the whole world in the last quarter of 2008, many people were left unemployed.

Nowadays, companies who are hiring new employees are really scrutinizing the applicants' qualifications in order to get the best employees. That is why it is very important that you have to be on top among the rest.

For this reason, many college graduates opt to browse the internet to search for mba online. The simple reason is that, in order to be on top of the others, you must have the edge over the them, and a very good edge would be by having an MBA degree. An MBA program being thought in schools is recognized worldwide and is considered as a major step towards a successful business management career.

It is no wonder why an mba online is a great help for everyone who dreams of having a Master's degree. The mba online directs individuals about the various degree courses offered in different schools and universities accross the United States.

Having sites like this in the internet makes things very much easy for all. In the past, prospective MBA applicants will have to hop in to different universities to inquire about their programs, which is very much time-consuming.

Today, with the help of the modern technology, the mba online acts as a one-stop shop wherein you could easily get details of respective universities' offered masteral degree courses. The site also provides practical tips about taking Master's degree. Aside from that, you can send questions via email and you will be rest assured that someone will be there to entertain your questions and send you clarifications on the matter.

Indeed, in this very competitive world, you can never let things to chances. You have to strive your best in order to be on top among the rest. Be equipped with the latest knowledge and techniques by taking your masteral degree.

November 27 & 28 Holidays Retracted

President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has retracted the previous Proclamation 1808 declaring as National Holidays, November 27 & 28 in celebration of the Eid'l Adha.

Instead, by virtue of Proclamation 1808-A, the non-working regional holidays is only applicable in the Autonumous Region of Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).


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Eid al-Adha (Arabic: عيد الأضحى‎ ‘Īdu l-’Aḍḥā) "Festival of Sacrifice" or "Greater Eid" is a Muslim Holiday celebrated by Muslims (including the Druze) worldwide to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismael as an act of obedience to God. (source: wikipedia)

I Am A Barbecue Lover

How would you like to have a bite at this mouth-watering pork ribs straight from the BBQ Grill?

I am sure a lot of you can't get your eyes off the picture above, and so do I. I am a barbecue lover since I was a grade schooler. It is actually customary for our family to gather together at least once a month in our ancestral home, set-up the BBQ Grill outside in the gardens, and cook pork or chicken barbecue, grilled fish, and hotdogs for the kids.

As a child, I used to think that barbecues is a Filipino delicacy. This is because most of the families in our neighborhood are cooking barbecues. To my surprise, one day while watching a foreign show, I saw that even Americans are fond of cooking barbecues. In fact, my research shows that barbecuing in America started even in pre-colonial times.

Needless to say, different types of barbecue grills have evolved through the years. The most common types are the charcoal grills, and now, the gas grills. I have read in a magazine that there is also the so called infrared grills which functions by igniting profane or natural gas.

Several companies are also competing when it comes to designing grills that can best accessorize house gardens; while some companies continue to innovate in making multi-function grills. That is why today, do not be surprised when you see grills with rotisserie, grills with oven, and grill and fire pit combined.

Depending on your need and preference, you can choose from a wide variety of grills. There are built-in and free standing stainless steel grills, portable grills, and all-in-one grill (multi-function). This is actually good for customers because we get to choose and buy what we need most. Also, you can find the one that can suit your budget.

So how do you get to enjoy your barbecue?

Make sure the meat is well-marinated; use the most suitable barbecue grill; and spend the time eating with your family and loved-ones.

Bon appetit!

Lock Your Valuables

My brother is furious.

His son came home yesterday from school telling him that he lost his mobile phone for the second time. They left their bags in the Locker and proceeded for their afternoon basketball practice in the gymnasium.

However, when they returned after three hours of practice, they saw that two Gym Lockers were forcibly opened. The school security still has no clue over the incident which caused to a loss of about five mobile phones and other valuables.

It is actually the second time since my nephew lost his mobile phone. The first incident also happened at school in the canteen. Because of this, my brother is now coordinating with the school administration so that better securities may be enforced to avoid theft among students' valuables.

My brother suggested that they purchase new School Lockers and totally replace the old ones since some of the security locks are malfunctioning, causing robbers to easily destroy and open the lockers.

We do hope that the school administrators will look into it with much concern. After all, this will not only help secure the students' valuables, but the teachers and faculty staffs too.