I got this from my friend Raffy Pekson … 5000 years ago, Moses said to Israel, “Pick up your shovels, mount your asses and camels, and I will lead you to the Promised Land.” When Welfare was introduced, the government said, “Lay down your shovels, sit on your asses, and light up a Camel, this is … Continue reading Pick up your shovel
A few months ago, my former teacher in Economics called me up and asked for my CV. She said that she wants to nominate me for the annual school alumni awards. I was honored and thankful to even be considered. Most people assumed that I was an exemplary student, but I am far from it and … Continue reading On Second Chances & the 2011 Outstanding Alumni
Re-posting Jane Uymatiao’s blog… In a previous post, I wrote about having been invited to a workshop (Steps to Financial Peace) given by Randell Tiongson, a well-known financial planning consultant, as well as other inspirational speakers. Randell spoke of the Philippines’ low savings rate – 16% in 2003 – the lowest in Asia. If Filipinos saved … Continue reading Investing made easier with BDO’s EIP