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I don’t have a pet. I can appreciate pets from afar, particularly dogs, but I wouldn’t touch them. And especially cats. Cat fur — even the sight of fur balls — triggers my asthma. Fortunately the condo where I live has a no-pets policy. So the most that I do to appreciate pets is liking…

My dream job would be one where I would solve business problems creatively, serving as an advocate for employees, a sculptor of culture, a voice and conscience of the organization. Image created with Canva Magic Media

A good leader strikes an optimal balance between managing work to achieve goals and managing people with respect. I’m fortunate to have encountered a few such leaders in my 15 years in professional life. One of them promoted me in less than a year, saying I deserved it, considering the outstanding skillset I brought to…

I fondly remember my childhood in a rural, coastal town in the Philippines. I was surrounded by the love of my parents, grandparents, and friends. A few of the moments that I recall vividly: Good old days. Image created with Canva Magic Media