I am glad that I started to save up and invest early. Despite having some months of being unemployed, I still am confident to face life.
PANATA Awards – It’s Time!
On February - 11 - 2010ADD COMMENTS
Advertising is one of the most powerful tools of communication — albeit it can be a little tricky. In the Philippines, there is not a single channel of advertising that is not flooded, from billboards, to TVCs, to radio, even the web. One cannot help but wonder if all the clutter makes sense. Or if there’s a semblance of truth to these. Read the rest of this entry »
The 143 of a Well-Planned Retirement
On February - 10 - 20101 COMMENT
Something hit me a few weeks ago. It was like a breath of fresh air, much like the first sprinkle of rain after a long summer. I feel the heat escape in such a beautiful rush of emotions. Serenity replaced an otherwise chaotic mix of fear and apprehension for the future. Read the rest of this entry »
Where to Invest in 2010
On February - 3 - 20101 COMMENT
By Ken Chua
Originally published in MoneySense, Jan-Feb 2010
Nowadays, Celine (not her real name), a relationship manager for a private bank in the Philippines, is all smiles when talking to her clients. Her smile reflects their sentiments, who just a year ago, were also hit by the prevailing market conditions. After all, no amount of wealth can shield her high net worth clients from the financial crisis. Read the rest of this entry »
Big Game James, Baby James TVC Make Waves
On February - 3 - 2010ADD COMMENTS
Eyes on the ball. Eyes on the ball. This is the rhythmic concentration inside the head of James Yap, hailed as Big Game James, on his turf that is the basketball court. And with the Big Game comes the son, whom we know as Baby James. Read the rest of this entry »
