World-renowned Internet Entrepreneur Derek Gehl is coming to Manila

MANILA, Philippines (March 30, 2017) -- The Philippines stand among the frontline digital economies in the region. With over 44 million users, the country is the second highest ranking in Southeast Asia and the 6th in the whole of Asia in terms of Internet users according to the Asia Digital Marketing Association (ADMA) and the Internet World statistics.

As such, the state of digital and internet marketing in the Philippines presents tremendous and far-reaching implications for exponential growth for businesses plying the online route.

Clearly, the Philippines has a very substantial digital marketing ecosystem that is set to grow exponentially to twice its size now by the year 2016 according to Julian Persaud, Google’s Managing Director in Southeast Asia. This is a very important fact to consider, particularly for business owners trying to explore the effectiveness of investing in digital marketing in the Philippines.   

ABOUT DEREK GEHL

Introducing Derek Gehl, one of the early pioneer and foremost authority on Internet Marketing with more than 20 years’ experience in the industry. Gehl is coming to the Philippines to show Filipino show to earn passive income and become financially free by living the internet lifestyle.

Gehl is an author, speaker, host of the Entrepreneur Ignited Podcast and Internet marketing strategist. He was the CEO of the Internet Marketing Center which was earning US$30 million annually in sales, before he sold off the private equity firm in 2008.

Just Google “Derek Gehl” and you’ll find there are over 124,000 web pages talking about him. He has also been featured on Channel News Asia, The Sunday Times, NTV7, Lianhe Zaobao, Star, PC World, Yahoo Small Business, MSNBC, Entrepreneur, CNN Money, Radio 938Live and more.


Currently, Gehl is the CEO of Gehl Media which partners with industry experts in various niches including digital business, property investing and autism support. Based in Canada, the charismatic speaker has been traveling the world, teaching people how to start and run their own online business, by living an “internet lifestyle” of their choice.

Gehl said: “I’ve built multiple 7 figure Internet businesses with no ‘real’ office, and I have dedicated my life to developing Internet marketing strategies and software to help the ‘small guy’ make money on the Internet.”

GLOBAL ECONOMY

Do you know that Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provides the Philippines with 1.3 million jobs and US$25 billion in revenue. By 2017, BPO is expected to provide more foreign revenue than remittances – the republic’s traditional source of foreign exchange.

However, Gehl added the above scenario may not be so rosy after US President Donald Trump threatened to pull back overseas jobs from third world countries.Previously, Call Centers -- which is Philippines’ flagship outsourcing industry has enjoyed a long boom through US driven businesses, but now the good times may be over, affecting the livelihood of all Filipinos with less jobs available.

Therefore it is a good time to acquire internet marketing skills to generate an extra source of income in light of the current economic situation.

Gehl said: “Now is the best time for Filipinos to use their transferable skills to set up their own online business, and learn how to earn passive income.”

HOW TO START A PROFITABLE ONLINE BUSINESS?

The rise of social media and other interactive channels make it easier for businesses to create brand awareness, considering the fact that over 85% of online Filipinos  watch videos of the brands, products, or services they are contemplating to purchase online.

  

By far, internet marketing business is the cheapest and quickest to do, which can be easily set up by anyone. Here’s a breakdown of the costs.

•           Research tool : US$149

•           Domain name : US$10 a year

•           Web Hosting : US$6 a month

•           Website builder : Free

•           Payment Processer Paypal :Free

•           Pay Per Click Advertising : US$100 for the first month

INTERNET WORKSHOP

During the 1-Day Intensive Workshop on “DIGITAL BUSINESS JUMPSTART: How To Start A Digital Business & See Real Results In 2017,” Gehl will help participants discover a business that they can work on, when they want, and where they want.

“This workshop is suitable for anyone who desires to start their own Internet business during their spare time.

You do NOT need a business idea, or advanced technical skills to participate in the Digital Business Jumpstart program,” said Gehl.

Besides individuals, small businesses will also benefit from this internet workshop by learning how to tap on these internet marketing solutions for their businesses, and learn how to overcome their fears, lack of time, budget, and personnel, etc.

Click on this link to register now: http://entrepreneurignited.com.

Kickstart your summer with Asiatravel.com’s Travel Expo 2017 at Century City Mall

It’s summer once again and celebrities have brought the heat to different social mediums by posting photos, videos and blogs of their travel adventures.  You have even liked or shared these posts.  Your buddies may have even tagged you on some with a hashtag #hanggangdrawinglang (pertaining to planned trips that never happen)

Maybe it’s high time you and your buddies stop tagging each other and start planning your own “barkada” adventure.  How about taking the kids to a vacation for some family bonding?  Some soul searching perhaps?  How’s your bucket list going so far?

On March 31 to April 2, 2017 Asiatravel.com in partnership with Citibank will hold its Travel Expo 2017 at the 4^th Level Activity Area of Century City Mall from 10am to 8pm. 

“Asiatravel.com is Asia’s leading online travel company that understands travellers’ needs, from hotel bookings, affordable flights, attractions to BLeisure (Business+Leisure) packages.”

Don’t waste the summer sun inside the four corners of your room scrolling and searching for airline tickets, booking hotel accommodations, tour packages ending up paying more.  Asiatravel.com’s Travel Expo 2017 has got your back, bringing over sale packages of up to 75% off on bookings for international and domestic travel packages.  All you need to do is pack up your suitcase and file that vacation leave!

Oh and by the way, for every Php 2,000 single and/or accumulated spend in any Century City Mall establishments on March 27-April 2, shoppers will get to receive Php 1,000 worth of AsiaTravel vouchers that can be used during the AsiaTravel Travel Fair on March 31-April 2.

To Wait in Faith

Fading away the beauty has a tint of sadness. What matters does remain unsaid. Woven in the tapestry is an offering, slow to grow, rooted with time and caring.

Weaving the tapestry of life, letting happiness decide. What would life be if... Gone are those thoughts. There is today. Maybe, that lazy Sunday post of mine brings more of me into my life.

To be free. It is issuing independence to all concerned. Trying not to be a burden - and the wings makes flying easy -humbled by how He gives the blessings. It clicks into place, an unspoken prayer for a win, and the new headphones was won, among hundreds of people. So many little and big things, all my desires come true. And, in going for what I want, appreciating what is there, knowing that today, whatever matters most is a treasure that belongs to me... A heart beat skips, was that how I was ill?

A heart click. My heart when I was young had a distortion in the rhythm. My left leg was shorter that the other. My eyeglasses grade was 350 ans 375, and now it is 150. Living with carpal tunnel syndrome, the collapsed hollow of the bone, dropping a pitcher of water, feeling the pain like a large nail searing into the upper arm, it might be time for a cast, or that thing to immobilize my arm.

Pain is a real thing. We cannot argue with pain, and cannot express the level that others, who are in pain, and wave away that fact. Knowing that my wrist bone hollow has no cure, and to push my arm means surgery, the activities are limited, until I do place support on my wrist.

Taking a few drags from a vape, the nicotine is high in that flavor. Sub the cigs, stub out the cigs half-way.

03.25

Seriously, a half baked slice of life.

Depression hits on recall, what happened in the past, the dismay, the web of lies, what was done, what that awful perverted warped mind created to cover up for the evil that was done by making up stories about another - a drawing, a drawing. Recalled was the smashing of a stand fan with the cry of clearing the name, how a tree was chopped by me in anger and in pain, how my father would groan about what was done to us - all in the past - cannot be undone, as we move on, forward, unbroken in spirit. How odd how that person cried instead of rejoicing, the lies lie heavy on their hearts, as they cannot show their faces in shame, not fear, yet still how to stop the mind from recalling?

This day marks a moment, freedom song. As a star sparkles in the sky, all is wonderful in my world, as perfect as can be, evolving to be more wonderful daily - and yet I cry for the time, and time is that only of today, and patiently waiting for another miracle to happen tomorrow.

God knows and sees it all. He knows what the heart cries out for and gives it. He knows when we are ready to gain the blessing and answers even our unspoken prayers. He moves in ways we cannot understand and sometimes, when we least expect it.

As I sat down today, after having to deal with the resentment of a bipolar, in my heart and mind, there was an agreement.  As I lied down tonight, I see how many blessings pour out, and in calm and peace, wait.

In silence, prayer like a warm blanket, asking Him to show His might, and seeking justice, pleading for the hurt to be undone, mar not today, this pain inside riddled with un forgiveness and hatred, fear and loathing. Praying for protection. It is but a small thing to ask. God, who hears the cry of a widow and her children, will never forsake me. Like that day I sat still and waited for the miracle, choosing to take care of my children, and now, again, placing what He has given me that is so perfect - to wait.

To wait in faith.

After midnight, 03.29.17

Novuhair Salutes All Women

In celebration of International Women’s Month this March, Nutramedica Inc., encourages women to speak their mind and know their rights. Be it in society or otherwise, women have excelled over the years, creating a sense of socio-equality that every female across the globe shall be proud of.

This years’ theme is “Be bold for change”, a very subjective manner of approach to the present era where women are called to lead and influence. Novuhair calls for the same thrust.

Novuhair empowers the female population by improving their appearance thru self-help ideas on social media. Channeling their self-esteem and confidence to exude.

Nutramedica Inc. itself is being led by a formidable woman, Sheila Mae Velilla, CEO & President. Ms. Velilla built the company from scratch, exerting much effort in product development and exemplary business and marketing acumen.

Founded in 2004, Nutramedica was one of the first companies to market virgin coconut oil (VCO) in the Philippines. Today it is known for its comprehensive range of oral and injectable pharmaceutical lines, food supplements and cosmetic products.

At present, Novuhair has been awarded by Watson’s as the leading Medicated Hair Care Brand in the country for five consecutive years. The effectiveness of the product speaks for itself.

Novuhair is made with 19 natural ingredients that include moringa oleifera, panax ginseng, virgin coconut oil and the natural essences of rosemary and peppermint and almost 100% natural. Novuhair nourishes the scalp and hair by increasing the flow of nutrients and improving blood circulation to the scalp. Novuhair also helps hydrate the scalp, maintain the hair’s natural luster and prevent early hair graying, hair dryness and itching. It also penetrates deep to rejuvenate the hair follicles, provides optimum nutrition to help combat hair loss and/or thinning of hair, improves blood circulation in the scalp which contributes to the stimulation of hair growth.

Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion, Shampoo and Conditioner are available in all Mercury Drug Stores and other leading drug stores nationwide. For more information visit: www.novuhair.com, like the brand’s official Facebook Page at Novuhair Official, follow it on Twitter at @NovuhairNatural and on Instagram @novuhairofficial. You may also call the Novuhair hotlines at 4136570 and 09228830575 and order online at Lazada and regaloservice.com.

Promos at Eyelink Optical

Promos! Eyeglasses at 450 bucks only, single vision, and that is including the frame and lenses, and 550 for double vision. 600 pesos for 60 pairs of tinted contacts!

These promos are currently going on at Eyelink Optical, 2nd floor, Pergola Mall, BF Homes, Paranaque. Hurry, buy now while the promos are still available!

Quality eyeglasses are made affordable by Eyelink Optical. With free computerized eye check up, and the other precise eye test machines, you'll discover excellent prices for a brand new pair of eyeglasses!

There are also contact lenses, sunglasses, and all kinds of branded frames for prescription lenses at this optical. One of their featured brands for eyeglasses include Ray-Ban.

This optical also have the latest eyewear for UV eye protection, which is a must during the summer. This optical has many of the popular brands, and the latest Bolon shades.

If you need new eyeglasses, a spare one, or would like to get professional advice that would provide you more than just a pair of eyeglasses or contacts, one that targets your needs, a consultation at Eyelink Optical will provide a lot of solutions to your concerns.

At Eyelink, Optical, they take care of your eyesight, and provide quality eyewear at the right price.

For more information, visit the Eyelink Optical Facebook page.
Model: Allison Dominguez

Bakery Fair 2017

Baking is an exact science. New techniques, ingredients, and products can level up any baker's skills. To be an expert at what you bake, it takes precision, and to achieve perfection, it takes time and practice, and to be at the top of this profession, one has to constantly learn.

9th International Exhibition 

on Bakery,Confectionary and Food Services, Equipment & Supplies

Bakery Fair 2017: Organized by the Filipino-Chinese Bakery Association, Inc 

The Bakery Fair 2017 provided a hands on experience, direct information from the suppliers, lowest prices and discounts on products, informative seminars, interesting demos, and challenging contests, and the chance to tap the network for everything and anything a baker, a cook, restaurant and gourmet stores owners, and anybody in the food industry, would need and want. The Bakery Fair 2017, held last Feb. 17 to 19 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. 

For newbies to experts, under the gigantic roof of the World Trade Center, were baked goods, cooked food, ingredients, and displays that were so awesome -  it made me call the Bakery Fair 2014 a "baker's heaven". From booth to booth, with 500 international and local participants, it was a gastronomic adventure with taste tests galore, and a gourmet trip as there where the finest products available.

"This event was supported by the bakery members, industry allied players, and the 13 country-members of the International Federation of Chinese Bakery and Confectionery Association. It was organized to showcase under one roof the technological advancement and techniques in baking, gain competitive intelligence about market leaders and to track industry trends and its opportunities. The continuous launching of new products in the baking industry has prompted the baking company to remain committed to keeping consumers interested in their brands." http://bakeryfair.org/ 

ChopStop SM BF

Filling and tasty, with unli rice, a hefty serving of a Chopstop breaded pork or chicken is a meal that is so totally worth it. You get the full value for your money.

Chopstop orders arrive fast, like in 5 minutes, and the max waiting time is 10 minutes. This is the waiting time for the meals.

The desserts like these on the mug take a bit longer, like 12 minutes. These are very nice and large, and the presentation is terrific. The heated brownie with ice cream is a delight while the other is so comfortingly good. The brownie is on the sweet side, as expected in a dessert, to satisfy the cravings.

I went to SM BF with the intention of satisfying my potato cravings. I was with my daughter, and she said that the food was good at ChopStop as she has tried the breaded pork with the Jack Daniel's sauce. I ordered fries and what happened was that I was so overloaded with the meal, with an extra rice, that I couldn't finish the fries and the dessert. This indicated that I was really full, in Tagalog - ang pagkain sa ChopStop ay nakakabusog. 


 "Chopstop is the new trendy destination for enjoying chops, chomps, chows, and chugs. It is the place to taste the best chops in town: golden-breaded pork and chicken chops slathered with our lip-smacking BBQ, gravy, chili or Jack Daniel's sauce. We also offer comfort chows like Bacon Cracklings, Nachos and Glazed Chicken.Accompany our dishes with a wide array of chugs which include milkshakes and unlimited margaritas. And don’t forget to try our mug cakes before you head out."

Quoted from the ChopStop Facebook page.

BOOST YOUR BUSINESS: BE RETAIL'S NEW ONLINE SENSATION

Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) is a training company that understands the principles of Adult Learning.  Their approach has always been focused on letting their trainees experience what is currently being taught through facilitated hands-on activities. Their newest offer is both relevant and practical in today’s booming e-commerce. Let’s talk about bringing your business in the World Wide Web and making it viral!

Social Media Marketing is a skill that today’s industry should master. No business is too small provided that they have established a significant social media presence. It is no longer a game of expensive TV ads. Targeting your niche is as easy as clicking the mouse. Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) will guide you through the process. Topics such as White Hat and Black Hat marketing, creating effective Instagram posts, engaging people on Facebook and turning them into patrons, will be discussed. Not only that: since BILCI value experience, the training is also a workshop that encourages you to execute what you have learned real time.

With just 3 days to go, Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) challenges you to take that leap of faith towards success. For more information, you can contact them through their Facebook Page or you can simply email your inquiries at info@bilci-ph.com. Do not waste time in thinking twice about this opportunity and start making your business an Internet sensation!

BUSINESS INNOVATORS LEARNING CENTER INC.: A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING

Social Media Marketing is one of the competencies a business entity should be skilled of. Today, it is no longer a game of neither who has the biggest billboard in EDSA nor who has the most high-tech commercial on TV. Making your business a household name is as easy as a click of the mouse. This is the same reason why Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) felt the need to have Social Media Marketing among their rich roster of course offering.

Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) is a training company that understands the principles of Adult Learning.  Their approach has always been focused on letting their trainees experience what is currently being taught through facilitated hands-on activities. This way, the retention of knowledge is stronger and the trainees’ ability to replicate the skill is better. Learning Social Media Marketing requires this kind of approach. It is one thing to know in theory how to make it big online and another to actually be taking the first step toward it.

The training, which will be held on March 18, 2017, will discuss a wide array of topics which will guide the participants in formulating their success in Social Media Marketing: from relevantly branding their business to the more technical aspects of white hat and black hat marketing. Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) promises that by the end of training, you will understand the concepts of how to make your business a hit in the World Wide Web.

Registration is still ongoing.  For more information, Business Innovators Learning Center Inc. (BILCI) can be contacted through their Facebook Page or you can simply email your inquiries at info@bilci-ph.com. Do not waste time in thinking twice about this opportunity and start making your business viral!   

Get Your Jamaican Pass and Unleash the Jamaican Spirit in You!

Your all-time favorite De Original Jamaican Pattie Shop and Juice Bar, which offers authentic Jamaican style patties, will have its first-ever Jamaican Party on March 18, 2017, Saturday at Greenbelt 3 Park, Makati City from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm.


Do you imagine yourself wearing a Rastafarian-inspired outfit? Or, do you enjoy jamming with a live reggae performance? How about free, hot and flaky Jamaican Pattie? Yah’man! Paint the town red since De Original Jamaican Pattie Shop and Juice Bar is preparing these activities for you.

LIVE REGGAE PERFORMANCE by THE ROOCHIES

What better way to experience Jamaican Party than to jam with The Roochies, local reggae artists, who will perform a great line-up of reggae songs—from local and international music—that you would love to hear. Some of the songs they will perform are Waiting in Vain, Baby I Love Your Way, Ikaw Lang Ang Aking Mahal, and much more. See them perform live during the Jamaican Party! 

WIN AN IPAD MINI 4

Want to take home an Ipad Mini 4? Simply drop your accomplished raffle entry at the drop box located at the event’s registration area. Raffle draw will be held on March 18, 2017, 7:30 pm at Greenbelt 3 Park, Makati City.

Simply purchase three (3) Jamaican Patties to obtain one (1) Jamaican Pass (inclusive of one event pass and one raffle entry) that will entitle you to enjoy Jamaican Party activities and win an Ipad Mini 4.

Here are all the participating outlets:

ALABANG TOWN CENTER
ARANETA CENTER CUBAO
ASSUMPTION COLLEGE MAKATI
ATENEO KATIPUNAN
CARDINAL SANTOS HOSPITAL
CASH & CARRY
CENTRAL SQUARE FORT BGC
COA-ALABANG
DE LA SALLE ZOBEL
EASTWOOD CITYWALK 2- FOOD JUNCTION
ETON CENTRIS, QUEZON AVE.
FESTIVAL MALL- ALABANG
FILMORE MAKATI
FISHERMALL FOODCOURT
GLORIETTA 2- ACTIVITY CENTER
GLORIETTA 3
GLORIETTA 4 CINEMA
GREENBELT 1
IPC MCKINLEY TAGUIG
SOUTH SUPERMARKET ALABANG
LANDMARK MAKATI
LANDMARK TRINOMA SUPERMARKET
LANDMARK TRINOMA COMPLEX
LUCKY CHINA TOWN MALL
MARKET! MARKET!
METRO GAISANO ALABANG TOWN CENTER
PEARL DRIVE PLAZA, BLDG
MADISON GALLERIES
SM HYPERMARKET FTI TAGUIG
SM EAST ORTIGAS
TORRE DE STO. TOMAS
WALTERMART TAYTAY
MIRIAM COLLEGE KATIPUNAN
MRT AYALA STATION
NATIONAL KIDNEY TRANSPLANT & INSTITUTE
PETRON SLEX
PIONEER CENTER SUPERMARKET
RCBC PLAZA, MAKATI
ROBINSONS MANILA/ ERMITA
ROBINSONS GALLERIA
ROBINSONS MAGNOLIA
ROBINSONS PIONEER/ FORUM
ROBINSONS PLACE ANTIPOLO
ROCKWELL MAKATI
RUSTAN GATEWAY CUBAO
RUSTAN SHANGRILA
SHOPWISE MAKATI
SM BACOOR
SM BICUTAN
SM BICUTAN HYPERMARKET
SM CENTER ANGONO
SM CENTER MUNTINLUPA
SM CENTER SANGANDAAN
SM CENTER VALENZUELA
SM CHERRY SHAW FOODARAMA
SM CUBAO SUPERMARKET
SM FAIRVIEW
SM FAIRVIEW FOODCOURT
PHILIPPINE STOCK EXCHANCE- TEKTITE
WALTERMART E-RODRIGUEZ/ QUEZON CITY
GT TOWER
PB COM TOWER
WALTERMART DASMARINAS
SM HYPERMARKET LAS PINAS
SM FTI HYPERMARKET
SM MAKATI SUPERMARKET
SM MANILA
SM MARIKINA
SM MARILAO
SM MASINAG
SM MEGA PEDA
SM MEGAMALL SUPERMARKET
SM MOA- ARENA
SM MOA 2ND FLOOR
SM NORTH ANNEX
SM NORTH EDSA- THE BLOCK
SM NORTH EDSA FOODCOURT
SM NORTH EDSA HYPERMARKET
SM NORTH EDSA MAIN
SM NORTH EDSA SUPERMARKET
SM NOVALICHES
SM CENTER PASIG
SM SAN LAZARO
SM SOUTHMALL
SM SUCAT BRIDGEWAY
TIMESQUARE MAKATI
TRINOMA MALL
TWO ECOM CAFÉ, MOA
VICTORY CENTRAL MALL- CALOOCAN
WALTERMART CARMONA
WALTERMART MAKATI
WALTERMART MUNOZ/ NORTH EDSA
ROBINSONS PLACE MALOLOS
BDO CORPORATE BUILDING MANDALUYONG

For more Jamaican Party updates, like and share their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/deoriginaljamaicanpattie/

Praxis Cafe: Serving Financial Literacy by the Cup!

Experiential learning on finance creates awareness to act today

Image Credits: Praxis Cafe Facebook Page

“4 out of 10 Filipinos have savings, but 7 out of the 10 who have savings keep their savings at home. Only 20.8% of those surveyed who are aware of life insurance actually have Life insurance” 

http://www.bsp.gov.ph/downloads/publications/2015/NBSFIFullReport.pdf

Image Credits: Praxis Cafe Facebook Page

Makati City, Feb. 23, 2017: Sense for Money (SFM), officially launched the Praxis Café – a game café devoted to improving the financial awareness of all who come and play Praxis. Prior to this launch, Praxis could only be played through Sense For Money’s corporate partners. “We felt the need to provide a direct avenue to consumers who aren’t reached by our corporate clients."said Mari-an Albert, SFM Philippines CEO. “We at SFM strongly feel that financial literacy is a life skill that empowers and changes people’s lives - that’s why we encourage everyone to play whenever and wherever they can, whether at the Café or through our corporate partners. Regardless of where you play, players will experience a wide variety of gameplays.”

Through the magic of play, Praxis makes complex financial concepts clear and easy to understand. Praxis® gameplays engage players through a simulation of their financial lives. Since 2003, over half a million adults and children over eight countries have benefited from playing Praxis. It’s been used by teachers as an alternative learning activity, by families to start a conversation about the value of money and by businesses for employee wellness and to deepen customer relationships.

Signing up for a game is easy. Visit http:/bit.ly/praxiscafereg. 
You can also follow Praxis café on Facebook @praxiscafePH where SFM regularly posts upcoming events including free games. 
Visit the website: www.senseformoney.com

Sense for Money was established by a group of mad but passionate experts in gameplay design and financial services. Its headquarters are in Singapore and it has a presence in over eight different countries including the Philippines.