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DOLE CAMP: What is it for, who can avail and how to avail?

March 21, 2020

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions if not billions of people worldwide, Philippines included. Since Metro Manila has been in lockdown beginning March 15, 2020 and the Enhanced Community Quarantine firmly emphasized the people to stay at home, the Government tries to mitigate the effects of the current situation by providing some social & […]

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Am I allowed to absent from work because of a calamity?

January 14, 2020

Are you allowed to absent from work because of a calamity

Amidst the Taal volcano eruption, the government had to suspend the classes and government work on January 13, 2020. The government “highly encouraged” the private sector to do the same and suspend work for their employees. While some companies complied, some others didn’t. “BPO companies and all other businesses running around and nearby the vicinity […]

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Are you entitled to 13th month pay? Some questions answered

November 23, 2018

December is around the corner. It’s the time of the year again. Are you entitled to 13th month pay? Let’s discuss below. First off, it is mandatory. 13th-month pay is mandatory in the Philippines. Some thought of it as a “bonus”. Technically, it is not a bonus but a requirement of law. In fact, there […]

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All about the ripple effect

November 7, 2018

October 8 The ripple effect. It is very familiar but I couldn’t recall at the back of my mind who pioneered on making deep thoughts about it. I am sure there are many writers and spirituality expert who have their own interpretations and comparisons to the real life of this wonderful phenomenon. For one, Tony […]

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What is AWOL and can I be terminated because of it?

September 2, 2018

What is AWOL? AWOL stands for “absence without leave”. Some people go on AWOL with their jobs with the intention of leaving their jobs for good. While some others just need a break and do not necessarily intend to leave their jobs forever. But is AWOL could be a cause for termination of an employee? […]

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Minimum Wage Rules From the Handbook on Workers’ Statutory Monetary Benefits 2017

May 26, 2018

Below is the Handbook on Workers’ Statutory Monetary Benefits As released by the Department of Labor and Employment, Bureau of Working Conditions, Intramuros Manila (2017). Their address is at 3rd Floor, DOLE Bldg., Intramuros, Manila. Phone number: 5273000 locals 303, 308 Subsidized Meals and Snacks The employer may provide subsidized meals and snacks to his […]

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There’s a way to find your virtual assistant from the Philippines hassle-free

December 16, 2017

Sometimes, it’s just a little stressful when you need a lot of things done and you don’t have much time. Things just have to move forward and you can’t handle everything because your hands are too full. When it comes to starting a business or expanding your scope, things could get out of hand. This […]

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Top 10 reasons why working as a virtual assistant is cool

December 15, 2017

Regular 9-to-5 jobs may appear to provide more permanence and stability compared to “freelancing” online. That’s admitted especially when you don’t have a regular client online nor a stable business to speak of. Like any other venture, you have to think it through properly and weigh the advantages and disadvantages. Working online as a virtual […]