Why Many Filipinos Get Scammed

Have you wondered why so many Filipinos get scammed easily by con artists?

While there are tons of reasons why people get duped by these money-making schemes in no time (or for a long time), there are two big insane hypothetical causes:

1) Most Filipinos hate reading (Read this: Understanding).

2) Most Filipinos are not fans of researching (hello Google!). Continue reading Why Many Filipinos Get Scammed

The Filipino Connection in San Antonio Spurs

Just as the Philippine stock market investors and traders were scrambling last Friday, June 21, 2013, either for bargain buying or panic selling, the rest of the Filipinos were glued in to their TV sets and PC’s to watch the NBA championship match between the Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs.

Twitter and Facebook accounts of most Filipinos, Fil-Ams, and Feel-Ams rooted for the Filipino basketball pride, Erik Spoelstra. The youngest Asian-American coach to ever win an NBA championship with the Miami Heat. Continue reading The Filipino Connection in San Antonio Spurs

Invest in Your Core Gift: Darryl’s Quest for The Voice

Let me take a breather from all the money topics I’ve been blogging lately to give way to a talent and music-related story that I would like to share and promote to my dear readers.

I have always been a supporter of people who are passionate on their craft are appreciating their blessings by using their core gifts to enrich themselves and to inspire others.

My friend, Darryl Shy, now 44 years old, has just been chosen and made it to the first round of the Blind Audtions of The Voice of the Philippines‘ debut run.

Honestly, this is the first time that I will follow the Voice, albeit the local version, not only because Darryl is a friend and kumpare but because I know that he’s got the words and music ready to clean the long-corrupted ears of the Filipino mainstream music listeners. His music is just so awesomely powerful. Continue reading Invest in Your Core Gift: Darryl’s Quest for The Voice