Events

Month: August 2026

AI workforce reskilling, leadership training

Reskilling the Workforce: How AI and Digital Training are Reshaping Philippine Corporate Leadership 

Key Takeaways  AI adoption is advancing quickly among Filipino workers, but many organizations still lack enough skilled leaders ...

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delegation in the workplace

Reflections on Leadership: Delegation, Empowerment, and Innovation

Leadership is often measured not only by successful projects but also by the lessons that come from setbacks. ...

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US Ambassador Lee Lipton

Building Bridges: The Welcome Reception for U.S. Ambassador Lee Lipton

Leaders from businesses, the diplomatic community, and civil society gathered for a special welcome reception in honor of ...

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AI in recruitment

AI Is Transforming Recruitment in the Philippines — But Is It Making Hiring More Ethical or Less?

Key Takeaways  AI is already deeply embedded in recruitment, handling tasks such as resume screening, candidate ranking, and ...

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Employee excellence celebrated during the August 2026 Sales and Production Conference

Employee Excellence: Beyond What We See

John Clements Consultant Inc. and EDI-Staffbuilders International Inc. recently held an engaging and meaningful Sales and Production Conference ...

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MBC Navigating Global Recalibration

MBC: Navigating Global Recalibration

The global business landscape is undergoing a profound recalibration. Philippine businesses can no longer afford to view these ...

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World Bank briefing chart showing the Philippine economic growth outlook

World Bank Briefing: The Philippines Is Moving Forward, But More Work Lies Ahead

The Philippines has reached upper-middle-income status. This is something to celebrate. It means the country has made strong ...

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contingency vs. retained recruitment

Contingency vs. Retained Recruitment: How to Choose the Right Model

Key Takeaways  Contingency and retained recruitment serve different hiring needs, so the best model depends on the role, ...

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Diageo mixer

An Evening of Whisky, History, and Connections: Kellogg x Harvard at Diageo Philippines

I had the pleasure of attending the Kellogg x Harvard Whisky Night hosted at the Diageo Philippines office ...

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In a Fragmented World, the Philippines Matters More

Professor Dindo Manhit’s recent presentation offers a sobering view of the world we now inhabit. It is a ...

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executive search

Evaluating AI Literacy in C-Suite Candidates: Questions Every Board Should Ask

Key Takeaways  AI knowledge is becoming an important qualification for C-suite leaders, particularly as boards take greater responsibility ...

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Corporate Leadership in Action: Inside JCCI–EDI’s 2026 Mid-Year Corplan

Corporate leadership proves itself not in calm markets but in disrupted ones. On August 5–6, 2026, executives from ...

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La Dolce Vita: A Journey Through Italy

It had been many years since I last visited Italy, and this time I felt as though I ...

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SEO Zoo

From the SEO Safari to the Age of AI: What 15 Years in Search Taught Me About Authority

Fifteen years ago, SEO felt like a safari, a slightly unhinged one, complete with dangerous animals and no ...

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career opportunities

10 High-Growth Career Opportunities and How to Evaluate Their Long-Term Demand 

Key Takeaways  Long-term career success comes from choosing industries with lasting demand, not simply following short-term hiring trends ...

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supporting you

Leadership Lessons on Supporting Your Boss

Developing effective leaders requires more than teaching management theories. It requires helping new managers navigate real workplace challenges. ...

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Orientation session with iCare HMO provider

Say Yes to Better Health: The Value of iCare HMO Benefits

As the age-old saying goes, health is wealth. Employees who enjoy Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) coverage in their ...

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leadership development

50+ Years, One Mission: How John Clements Builds Careers and Leaders in the Philippines

Fifty years ago, John Clements Consultants, Inc. (JCCI) set out to solve one problem: connecting great talent with ...

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AMCHAM Post-SONA discussion on SONA 2026 legislative, economic, and business priorities

Beyond the SONA: What Happens After the President’s Promises?

Last July 29, 2026, I had the opportunity to attend the Post-SONA Discussion organized by the Legislative Committee ...

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The Cost of Inaction: What Delayed Outsourced Staffing Really Costs Your Business

Article Highlights   Vacant roles create immediate financial losses by reducing productivity, delaying projects, and increasing the overall cost ...

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universal health care Philippines

MAP GMM: Economics of Healthcare

DOH Highlights Progress in Universal Health Care Implementation The Department of Health (DOH), through Undersecretary Domingo, presented the ...

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leadership training programs

What 200+ Managers Taught Us About Leadership Training That Actually Works

Article Highlights Strong leadership skills are developed through structured learning and consistent practice.   Real-world scenarios and hands-on applications produce better ...

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corporate bowling night 2026

Bowling Night 2026: One Night, Twelve Teams, Countless Memories

The sound of bowling pins crashing, teammates cheering, and laughter filling the lanes made corporate bowling night 2026 ...

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Mid level managers program training session on team leadership

When Great Teams Fall Apart: The Case for a Mid-level Managers Program

Great teams rarely happen by accident. Behind every high-performing organization sits a team that communicates well, trusts each ...

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