The Stress Factor

We hear people say “I’m depressed,” but not “I’m fatigued.” We don’t usually complain about fatigue because we all assume that work can and will tire us out. Brenda, a 30-year old waitress shared, “We all feel tired,...

Motivation in the Workplace

Ah, motivation. That elusive muse that keeps everyone going (in)sane. Motivation is everywhere: Why do people fall in love? Why do people go to the gym? Why do we buy certain things? What is motivation anyway? Motivation is the fuel that drives people to achieve...

Satisfying the Customer

The best thing about having a satisfied customer is that it equates to a repeat in sales. This in turn equates to profit and it’s what all companies live and die for. It’s easier to keep your current loyal base of customers and watch them grow rather than...

Work Ethic and the Filipino

What is a work ethic and why has the lack of it been infused in the Filipino stereotype? We are familiar with such national archetypes as Juan Tamad, the benign but lazy individual, with common perceptions that government employees are corrupt and self-serving, or...

Getting Out of Debt

Someone once said that, “Spending money you haven’t earned yet is like using up years you haven’t lived yet.” Ever had a problem with debt? If you live in a consumerist society like ours, chances are you’ve had a few in your lifetime....