Wednesday, October 13, 2021

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51Talk's newest Brand Ambassador and Guest Teacher is the viral Internet Sensation turned TV Host and Actress, Maine Mendoza.

Just like 51Talk's hardworking teachers, Maine is exceptionally enthusiastic and has this remarkable ability to concentrate on different facets of her career and life while also advocating for causes and initiatives that are close to her heart yet still finding ways to enjoy her personal time.


And as for me, working from home means you’ll learn to thrive on self-motivation, self-discipline, determination to get things done, and focus. Being in the field of sales and marketing, there are days I go out for trade checking work but with this setup, I realized that somehow I can get more work done and be more efficient while making my couch my office chair. Just keep it professional, meet deadlines and always be responsive and available, whether it's by phone calls, e-mails, or other means.


51Talk, the biggest online English education platform has officially revealed its newest brand ambassador and guest teacher, our very own "Yayadub", the Maine Mendoza.

Join the growing community of highly skilled #51Talk teachers all over the country with just 3-easy steps:
1. Apply online.
2. Meet the requirements.
3. Start teaching.
As easy as that, right?
Or sign up on the link below:


May of this year was Mother's Day Month. I'd like to share something about our superwoman, our pillar, our Mama Connie.

She's the epitome of passion and hard work for giving us the most outstanding variety of TLC a mom could ever offer. She showed us that being a good mom is not about having it all together. All moms struggle, get tired, and sometimes she doesn't have all the answers. And my Mama said, "Being the best mom is about showing up, never hold back to any challenges and try to do the best you know for your family."
Just like Maine Mendoza, she proved to us over the years that being a celebrity, doing businesses, and other stuff won't hinder us in bagging a quality work-life balance.
51Talk teachers are exactly like Maine and my Mama. All of them are hardworking and passionate in everything they do. In any way you want to be part of the 51Talk family, sign up on the link below and become a 51Talk teacher now.


Learning new things every day is what gives me tremendous motivation to work hard. Thus, learning is a process that should never stop, they say.
As an employee in the sales and marketing industry, there is a high degree of competition, especially during these trying times. I just reminded myself to be ready to strive for progress while reinventing my core to be better and productive. It also increases my confidence and has given me the source of an urge to work hard and do more.
In addition, the love and support I am receiving from my family gave me the drive to make sure I hit my deadlines with the quality of work on top of it. I saw my parents' commitment to working and running our family farm, and it made me realize to always look up to them and be like them. Seeing them being self-motivated individuals strengthens me to look into the positive side of life even though sometimes, life may be challenging.
Just like Maine Mendoza and our 51Talk teachers, they are hardworking individuals and are very passionate about everything they do.


Inspired by Maine Mendoza's story, who do you idolize that epitomizes the passion and hard work and why?
Well, to answer that, there's a person I have in mind whom I look up to, whom I celebrate with every hurdle and challenge she passed, every small win she made, and a lot more. I call her "Mami Mayo". May Ann Macanoquit Olmilla, the person on the photo above.
Aside from taking care of her family, Mami Mayo represents the epitome of passion and hard work. Why? Because from being a former bank employee to joining the insurance selling industry and just recently, she opened her Milk Tea shop back in her humble hometown. That's a lot of work, right? Undeniably, she's driven on doing these things she loves because this is for the people she's doing it for.
Working moms like Mami Mayo are incredibly brave and unmatched despite the challenges of balancing work demands and the demands of her home life. It is unimaginable to be a super-employee and a super-mommy at the same time but Mami Mayo effortlessly did it anyway. Kudos Mami!
Just like Maine Mendoza and our passionate 51Talk teachers, these people are amazing and worthy to be appreciated and I am lucky enough to know Mami Mayo for being one of them.

ICYMI, last June 8, 2021, Maine Mendoza did a fun-filled English lesson here on Facebook Live. Here's the link: https://fb.watch/61DIWjJwq8/ | WATCH AND ENJOY!


ABOUT 51Talk
Jack Huang started the 51Talk platform when he saw the need for proper teaching of conversational English in China. With the establishment of this platform, the Chinese are given access to quality online English lessons conducted by Filipinos. Jack considers Filipinos the perfect online English teachers because of their high English proficiency, happy and friendly nature, and familiarity with the Chinese culture.

Since 2011, 51Talk has delivered about 100 million online English lessons.

Monday, March 22, 2021

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Being one of the Philippines' leading providers of building solutions, Holcim Philippines launched its grandest promotion to date raffling off brand new Toyota Wigos, Toyota Vios, Ford Raptors, and many more. This promotion aims to encourage Mindanao customers to use Holcim's quality products in building heavy-duty, long-lasting, and premium quality building structures.



PROMO SPECIFICS


Promo Name: HOLCIM BUILD TO WIN (MINDANAO-WIDE only)


Promo Duration: March 01, 2021 - November 30, 2021.


Participating Products: Holcim Premium, Holcim Excel, Holcim Solido, Holcim Wallright, Holcim Skim Coat & Holcim Tile Adhesive.


COMPLETE PROMO MECHANICS


1. Holcim BAGS: For every purchase of ten (10) bags of Holcim Excel, Holcim Solido, Holcim Wallright customer earns one (1) raffle entry.


2. Holcim DRY MIX: For every purchase of five (5) bags of Holcim Skim Coat and/or Holcim Tile Adhesive customer earns one (1) raffle entry.


3. BULK: Institutional accounts will also be given 1 (one) raffle entry for every 800kg of cement (Tonner and Bulk).


4. End-users should fill-up the raffle coupon/entry stub with correct details: Complete Name, Address, Mobile Number, Store ka-Partner (Hardware Store Name) & Signature. Do take note that incomplete details will automatically invalid.


5. Partner Retail Stores will also have the chance to win! Retail outlets as store ka-partner should be indicated in the raffle stubs.


6. There will be three (3) raffle draws within the promo period. There will be consolation and major raffle prizes in every draw.


7. Major Prizes can be claimed in Holcim Davao and Lugait Plant and isn't convertible to cash.


8. Prizes are as follows:


    

9. Deadline of entries as follow, 5PM at every dropbox in participating hardware stores:
10. During the raffle draw, a DTI, and Holcim Philippines representatives will be around to witness the announcement of winners. Also, strict implementation of the Health Standard Protocols will be observed. This can also be viewed via Excellent Squad Facebook page through Facebook Live.

11. An individual can only win once. In case the customer will win 2x or more during a particular raffle date, he/she gets the higher prize and will be published in local newspapers.

12. Winners will be notified by email, registered mail & phone call. All unclaimed prizes will be forfeited 60 days after the draw.

13. Winners should present two (2) valid government IDs and the original stub for validation.

14. Employees of Holcim Philippines, Inc, its affiliated suppliers, service providers, and its relatives up to the second degree of consanguinity or affinity are not qualified to join the promo. Immediate family members of Store owners and dealers are also not allowed to participate in the raffle.

Holcim Philippines Vice President and Head of Sales for Visayas and Mindanao Paulo Tan: “We are excited to hold this timely contest in Mindanao, which we expect to have a strong construction activity this year and moving forward. Aside from driving sales, the Build to Win contest is another way to reward our customers here while encouraging more people to try our various products.  We at Holcim Philippines are confident that end-users will find that our offerings can help them build strong, durable and high quality structures and encourage them to become regular customers.”


For more information about this promo, you may check Holcim Philippines Facebook page.


ABOUT HOLCIM PHILIPPINES

Holcim Philippines, Inc. (Philippine Stock Exchange: HLCM) is one of the leading building solution companies in the country. The Company has a deep portfolio of innovative solutions fostered by a full range of products from structuring to finishing applications that can help local builders execute with high performance and efficiency a wide range of projects from massive infrastructure to simple home repairs.


With cement manufacturing facilities in La Union, Bulacan, Batangas, Misamis Oriental, and Davao, as well as aggregates and dry mix business and technical support facilities for building solutions, Holcim Philippines is a reliable partner of builders in the country.


Holcim Philippines is also committed to the highest standards of sustainable operations and manufacturing excellence with its plants certified under ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management System), ISO 9001:2008 (Quality Management System) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).


Holcim Philippines is a member of the LafargeHolcim Group, the world leader in the building materials industry present in 80 countries with over 75,000 employees. 

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

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Holcim Philippines has launched a new cement product that is simple to use and flexible to help its partner builders advance the quality of their construction projects for walls, floors, and tile installation.



A mixture of sand and cement enhanced with a polymer, this product is called Multifix. Only by adding water, this multi-use product works effortlessly. There is no need for a mixture of too many items to manufacture mortar products. Multifix is doing its magic.

 


SPECIFICS OF HOLCIM MULTIFIX


1. Quick and simple to use - quality product, just add water


2. High Performance and Multipurpose – an innovative construction solution that delivers high-quality results that are beneficial for homeowners and value for money


3. Applicable also for Screeding & Tile-Laying – finishing layer of concrete slabs for leveling floors


4. Eco-friendly – screening of sand isn’t necessary therefore it offers less wastage of construction supplies and saves up time for additional building projects


5. Philippines only all-in-one dry mix product – modified with polymer for excellent adhesion and produces the best quality walls


6. Available initially in 25kg Bags – offered last December of 2020 in select Luzon locations and by the first quarter of 2021 in Mindanao region. This also comes with other Holcim dry-mix products such as Holcim Skim Coat and Holcim Tile Adhesive


"Holcim Multifix helps address common challenges of builders in producing mortars such as high-quality raw materials and varying skill levels of workers. Poor quality of mortars is one of the main reasons that impact the quality of walls." -  Ram Maganti (Holcim Senior Vice President for Marketing and Innovation)



ABOUT HOLCIM PHILIPPINES


Holcim Philippines, Inc. (Philippine Stock Exchange: HLCM) is one of the leading building solution companies in the country. The Company has a deep portfolio of innovative solutions fostered by a full range of products from structuring to finishing applications that can help local builders execute with high performance and efficiency a wide range of projects from massive infrastructure to simple home repairs.


With cement manufacturing facilities in La Union, Bulacan, Batangas, Misamis Oriental, and Davao, as well as aggregates and dry mix business and technical support facilities for building solutions, Holcim Philippines is a reliable partner of builders in the country.


Holcim Philippines is also committed to the highest standards of sustainable operations and manufacturing excellence with its plants certified under ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management System), ISO 9001:2008 (Quality Management System) and OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).


Holcim Philippines is a member of the LafargeHolcim Group, the world leader in the building materials industry present in 80 countries with over 75,000 employees.


Friday, July 31, 2020

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Every day we face life stuffed with uncertainties, especially at times like this. While many things rest outside our control, our mindset is key to coping with distressing events and facing the inexplicable.
 
The current COVID-19 pandemic has intensified obscurity over every aspect of our lives for quite some time already, specifically our physical and mental health. Risk is all around us, never more so than today.

 

As we adjust to a new way of life, Watsons is here by our side. Read on for 5 Facts You Should Know About Staying Strong and Beautiful Amidst the Pandemic.

 

1. Stay Protected


During these times, being protected is vital and must be everyone's topmost priority. Wearing a face mask and face shield were required in some parts of the country and we need to follow these guidelines in order to neutralize the spread of the virus. We must also make it a habit to protect ourselves at home by taking our supplements and do exercise on a daily basis. 


2. Stay Prepared


Prevention is better than cure. Sounds cliche, right? But stocking up essentials like vitamins and personal care items is very effective in staying ready during these times. It also keeps you from going out too often to buy what you need last minute which is very helpful. Online shopping works too.

 


3. Stay Glowing


Giving ourselves some extra care might reduce the stress this pandemic has brought about. Keeping one's self emotionally healthy, having a balanced diet, and rewarding yourself with a good sleep every night are the best ways to keep our glow. Skincare is a great way to enjoy some self-care and motivate you to reach a personal goal.



4. Stay Gorgeous


Due to some restrictions of our local government, going to salons or barbershops wouldn't be possible this time. But DIY hair make-overs are the key. You just have to learn through various platforms such as online video tutorials or flaunt your creativity by making use of yourself as the canvass.


Whether you experiment or not, always take good care of your well-being. Find great products that help maintain healthy hair from brands such as Kolours. I am very thrilled to wear Chesnut Brown since it's made of a non-drip cream with vibrant and long-lasting color infused with vitamins E and B5 giving yourself salon-perfect results.

 


5. Stay Dapper


To us gentlemen, self-care is also a must routine. Self-care is for everyone, and it poses an opportunity that can inspire you to discover new sides of yourself. Let's level up our game even during these times, may it be about fitness, grooming, or mental preparedness.


Let's keep giving ourselves extra care before we start and end our day.

 

 

Watsons is always here to provide you a wide range of health and beauty products to make you look good and feel great. To provide more value to its Watsons Card and Elite members, Watsons is giving them free 100 bonus points for a minimum Php1000 purchase of participating products on select weekends: July 31 to August 1 and August 14 to 15.

 


 

Shop now at any branch near you. Check out this list of 700+ Watsons stores open nationwide: bit.ly/Watsons-Stores. You can also order via Watsons call & pick-up or call & delivery service. Here is the list of Watsons stores and contact numbers to call: https://bit.ly/3fsRUeK. You can also shop online at https://bit.ly/WStayStrong-Broadsheet.


For more details, follow @watsonsph on Facebook and Instagram.

 

With today's pandemic, let us all protect ourselves by staying strong and beautiful inside and out. Let's practice physical distancing whenever we're outside the comfort of our homes. Don't forget to take nutritional supplements to boost your immunity and do home workouts for your physical health. 

 

 

Stay safe, always.

- Bench P

 

Friday, July 10, 2020

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Travelling this time of a pandemic has brought us so much "what if's". But nothing can stop us because we can now 'Fly Safe' with Philippine Airlines. PAL has prepared something exciting for all of us this July so you can carry on your overdue plans.

PAL Mid-Year Special Offer Promo 


This July 13, 2020, PAL is happy to announce their Mid-Year Special Offer where travelers can enjoy safe skies and safe travels with the Heart of the Filipino.

Booking starts on July 13 to 19, 2020. Travel dates will fall from August 1, 2020 up to May 31, 2021.



FLY SAFE with PAL


PAL ensures the safety of passengers together with the flights crew and is always the number one priority. In line with this, PAL is strictly implementing an all-out ‘Fly Safe’ set of new normal safety measures and practices – dubbed “New Normal, Same Heart” – that adopts international health and safety protocols while keeping the signature heartfelt service that the airline is known for.



 
Before departure, passengers are encouraged to follow the following directives:
1. Check in on-line and arrive early at the airport to allocate extra time for new safety procedures
2. Wear face masks or facial coverings at all times – at the airport and throughout the flight
3. Physical Distancing is strictly observed whenever queueing in line or while seated at waiting areas at the airport

'New Normal, Same Heart' Service


The Philippine flag carrier is one of the first in the world to require the cabin crew to wear full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on board the flight. PAL’s cabin crew will also undergo medical evaluation prior to their duty.

For the passengers comfort, in-flight meals and snack services were modified by using sealed packaging instead of traditional meal arrangements. 

On top of these, PAL also offers Onboard Distancing Seat Options in Business Class, Premium Economy, and a designated zone of the Economy Class cabin for passengers who wish to be extra safe when they fly.
 
All PAL aircraft are equipped with advanced cabin air systems that continuously infuse fresh air across the cabin (cabin air is replaced every 2 to 3 minutes), as well as High-Efficiency Particulate Air filters (or HEPA filters) that remove viruses, bacteria and other contaminants with 99.99% efficiency. The onboard air creates a controlled and cleaner environment comparable to hospital operating rooms that is safer than most enclosed public spaces.

The flag carrier has partially resumed regular commercial flights to various domestic destinations and key international cities in the US, Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East and Canada.

PAL has also been operating special missions to repatriate stranded Filipinos and foreign nationals to and from different parts of the world, as well as all-cargo services to transport essential supplies across the Philippines and overseas. 


Book Now!

To avail of the offer, passengers may book via www.philippineairlines.com or call PAL Reservations at (+63 2) 8855 – 8888 or visit any PAL ticketing office or any partner travel agents or through the PAL mobile app. 



Booking Period: July 13 to 19, 2020
Travel Dates: August 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021.


Know More About PAL

Visit and follow PAL at philippineairlines.com and subscribe to their newsletter to be informed about their seat sales and promos or on social media for updates:
Facebook Page | fb.com/flyPAL
Instagram | @flyPAL
Twitter | @flyPAL
Youtube Channel | youtube.com/user/flyPALTV

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Thank you for the visit. Let's pray for a better world. Always be healthy and happy. Safe travels! 

Wednesday, June 3, 2020

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We're now adapting to changes and we need something that we can depend on to help protect our families from illnesses. Good thing Watsons is here and continues to provide us with health essentials.

We started the year 2020 with a global health crisis - the COVID19 pandemic. With this happening around the world, we're more health-conscious now and we think of our immunity and well-being more seriously.

They have a few suggestions to help keep our immunity strong and our families healthy.

EXERCISE AND BE ACTIVE
This will help strengthen our immunity system. Exercise at least 30 minutes a day at home or before going to work. You can watch free exercises on YouTube or just jog around the house and sweat it all out. It's also fun to do it with the whole family.

WATCH WHAT YOU EAT
Eat healthy foods like vegetables and fruits. Limit your processed food intake. Drink plenty of water especially now that it's summer. Finish your meals with a warm cup of Nutrabliss by Watsons Tea.



GET PROPER AND ENOUGH SLEEP
This will help increase your defense against sickness. Avoid staying up all night watching your favorite Netflix series. Let your body rest and sleep so you'll be more active the next day.




TAKE YOUR VITAMINS REGULARLY
Increase your immunity by taking vitamins daily. Stock up with Watsons Generics Ascorbic Acid for the whole family. Conzace Soft Gel for dad, Myra E for mom, and Growee or Cherifer for bunso.




BRING HEALTH ESSENTIALS
Protect yourself when going out of the house. Always bring Biogenic Ethyl Alcohol, wipes, and face masks. Fast relief medicines are also a must-have whenever you have headaches, sore throat, or allergies.




Watsons is still open in select locations nationwide. You can order online at watsons.com.ph or call on select branches to have your orders delivered. For contact details of branches near you, you can check out this list: https://bit.ly/2z7coJP




When you shop, use your Watsons Card to earn points and get a chance to win a UV Care Deluxe Germ Terminator, Super Power UV Vacuum or Smart Robot UV Vacuum with a minimum purchase of Php500 on select health items. Promo runs until June 24, 2020.

For more updates, follow their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram at @watsonsph. Stay safe and healthy!