Events

Month: October 2025

Philippine tourism

Destination Innovation: Transforming Philippine Tourism for a Sustainable Future 

The tourism sector is one of the Philippines’ strongest economic drivers — and the recent “Destination Innovation: Strategic ...

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AI and talent acquisition

AI in Talent Acquisition: 2025 Insights 

By 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) has become nearly ubiquitous in recruitment. A survey published by Insight Global in ...

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leadership decision making

More Than a Decision: A Story of Leadership and Values   

Decision Making: Lessons from a Defining Moment Decision-making lies at the heart of true leadership. It doesn’t just ...

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Countries hiring Filipino workers

Global Hotspots for Filipino Workers: Countries with the Highest OFW Demand in the Next 5 Years

As the world recalibrates after the pandemic, the demand for skilled and semi-skilled labor is shifting faster than ...

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goal setting

Goal Setting and Achievement in Action 

Every person carries unique goals—some modest, others more ambitious. These goals may differ from one individual to another, ...

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Philippine capital stock

How the SEC Is Strengthening the Philippine Capital Market 

The stock market has long served as a barometer of a nation’s economic health. When confidence runs high, ...

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Canadia-Philippines relations

Canada and the Philippines: Building a Future of Shared Prosperity and Sustainable Growth 

At the recent Makati Business Club (MBC) General Membership Meeting – Foreign Leaders Series, Canadian Ambassador H.E. David ...

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Philippine education reform

Angara Leads Philippine Education Reforms

At the recent Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) General Membership Meeting held at Shangri-La The Fort on ...

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hidden costs of outsourcing to the Philippines

The True Cost of Outsourcing IT & HR in the Philippines: Hidden Expenses You Need to Know 

When businesses explore outsourcing IT or HR functions to the Philippines, cost savings are often the primary draw. ...

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IBPAP International Innovation Summit 2025

Looking Back at IIS 2025: An Unforgettable Turning Point for the Industry 

Last September 23–24, leaders and innovators from across the globe converged at Okada Manila for the IBPAP International ...

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hybrid RPO models

How Hybrid and Flexible RPO Models Are Redefining Global Recruitment in the AI Era 

The global recruitment landscape is undergoing a major transformation. For decades, companies relied on traditional in-house hiring, followed ...

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Iyengar yogi doing headstand

Beyond the Mat: Iyengar Yoga and the Art of Not Falling Apart

I’ll admit—I joined Iyengar Yoga because of the props. Blocks, belts, bolsters… anything that could help when my ...

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Diwali celebration at Queens at Bollywood with festive lights and cultural decor

My Experience at the Diwali Celebration 2025: Lights, Laughter, and Lasting Connections

Diwali has always been known as the Festival of Lights—a celebration of joy, hope, and togetherness. This year, ...

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human empathy and AI

Empathy Meets AI: A Business View

Artificial intelligence is transforming how we live, work, and lead. However, nowhere is its impact—and its complexity—more profound ...

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UPCBAAA: AI in Business

AI in Business: A Full Recount of UPCBAAA’s 2025 Forum on Innovation and Impact

Last October 9, I had the opportunity to attend the UP College of Business Administration Alumni Association (UPCBAAA) ...

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AI recruiting tools dashboard showing resume screening, candidate engagement, and hiring analytics in 2025

10 AI Recruiting Tools That Actually Work in 2025 (No Hype, Just Results)

Hiring the right people has always been tough. You sift through hundreds of resumes, schedule countless interviews, and ...

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talent development

Breaking Barriers in Filipino Talent Development

In a compelling dialogue between Jack Madrid and Eugene Acevedo, the spotlight turned to a pressing issue in ...

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executive search firm

When to Use an Executive Search Firm Instead of Internal HR for Leadership Hiring 

The Role and Limits of Internal HR in Leadership Hiring  Internal HR departments play a vital role in ...

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Finding My Rhythm Again: My First Zumba Session at John Clements

Joining a Zumba activity at John Clements was both exciting and nostalgic. It had been years since I ...

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A conceptual photo showing a human hand and robotic hand meeting

Rewiring the Philippines for Global IT-BPM Leadership

On September 23, 2025, I had the privilege of attending the International IT-BPM Summit held at Okada Manila, ...

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creative team activity

When Talent Meets the Canvas

It was three in the afternoon when we began our activity—a special session designed to bring recruiters together ...

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outsourced staffing

Outsourced Staffing: Driving Agility & Growth

In a world of rapid change, businesses that are agile—those who can scale, adapt, and respond quickly—tend to ...

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structured meetings workshop

Structured Meetings Win

On October 1, I attended JC Learning Bites Session 9, “Structured Meetings,” facilitated by Dan Napa from Enterprise ...

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Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Filipina CEO Circle

Ten years ago, a group of visionary Filipina leaders came together with a shared dream—to create a space ...

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emerging career opportunities

Top 10 Emerging Career Opportunities

The global job market is evolving faster than ever. Technological advancements, the rise of automation, and challenges such ...

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future of IT-BPM

Future of IT-BPM: Key Insights from IBPAP 2025

Last September 23–24, I had the chance to join the IBPAP International IT-BPM Summit 2025 at Okada Manila. ...

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Person overwhelmed by sticky notes with reminders like 'CHILL,' 'DEADLINE,' and 'TAKE A BREAK'—visually representing stress and mental clutter.

From Overwhelmed to On Track: What I Learned in the First BDP Session

On October 2, 2025, I joined the 8th batch of the Breakthrough Development Program (BDP) at John Clements ...

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employee value proposition

Making Employee Value Proposition Real

On September 24, 2025, we attended the 709th General Membership Meeting of the People Management Association of the ...

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outsourced staffing

Outsourced Staffing: Retention & Engagement

ItsIn today’s dynamic marketplace, businesses face constant pressure to adapt quickly while keeping operations lean. One approach gaining ...

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IT IBPAP insights

Philippine IT-BPM Leadership Insights on Innovation and Growth

The recently concluded International IT-BPM Summit brought together local and international leaders in the Information Technology–Business Process Management ...

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