Blogging for a Purpose – Week 1

I've been given the privilege to teach 10 students (12-14 years old home schoolers) on how to "Blog for a Purpose." This will go on for 8 weeks. At the end of the program, I hope that they'll be able to find their voices and use their blogs to make a difference in their generation.  Here's the transcript: Good afternoon! My name is Yeng Remulla. Welcome to the "Blogging...

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IMPROVEMENT OR INNOVATION

As a consultant, I've observed how the word "innovation" is used in organizations. It's an aspiration that you'll always see in the mission and vision statements found in the lobby of their buildings. Many would like to innovate, yet only a few really do so.  Incremental improvements are good. It's needed, but it isn't innovation. An improvement is a notch better, while innovation is a leap – redefining how things...

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ON BEING A FATHER

A quote says, "There are three stages of a man's life:  He believes in Santa Claus, he doesn't believe in Santa Claus, he is Santa Claus."  We find this funny! And yes, admittedly, as Fathers, sometimes we feel that we are Santa Clause!  While providing for our family is a big role, there are also other roles we ought to play. As a dad, I am… …a PLAYMATE to my 6-year old son. Every night, Jaden would...

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TWO THINGS MANNY PACQUIAO WON

Photo Credit: Yahoo  / Marsh Starks – Reuters In his fight with Tim Bradley, Manny Pacquiao may have deserved that belt, but he gained more. After watching how Manny accepted the judges' decision with grace and self-control, he has earned our respect and admiration. 1. RESPECT Manny says, "Let's give credit to Bradley. He did well tonight, I respect him, and that's the decision. I respect the officials....

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START SOMETHING! Powered by PRODUCTIVE PINOY

It was almost 1:00pm. Our guests were coming in.  Ms. Michelle could've won the early bird award if there was one! It was a pleasure to meet her. More people were coming in... Meanwhile... That's me on your left with my partner, Bob Barcebal. (Spark Learning) We were about to launch the "Start Something" campaign. And just like any "Start", we had no idea how it will turn...

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7 STEPS TO A SIMPLE BUSINESS PLAN

"What business should I put up?" That's usually the question.  Richard Branson, serial entrepreneur and founder of Virgin Group (400 companies worldwide) says "Business opportunities are like buses, there's always another one coming." That's true. But for starters, you don't need to be like Mr. Branson. Yes, there are many opportunities around you, but not all will be good or suitable for you. To be effective, you'll...

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4 INTERESTING QUOTES

Earlier this afternoon, as I was sipping my coffee, I came across these quotes from an issue of Reader's Digest. One came from Warren Buffet, the richest man in the planet. (a good friend of Bill Gates) His name is synonymous to the word "investing". He is recognized as the greatest investor in the world.  So here are four quotes I found interesting... It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you...

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