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Making A Great Leap Towards Entrepreneurship

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Jan 19 09:16 AM

It’s a brand new year and some of you are probably thinking of ways to increase your earnings since everything just gets more expensive these days. Starting a business is always a good idea. Read more »

Business Mentor: Get Started With The Right Perspective

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Jan 12 01:00 PM

For those who have started businesses, have you seen any progress? Do you think that this year will be another good one for you, and are you thinking of venturing into another one?  Read more »

Business Mentor: Entrepreneurship as a Calling

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Jan 05 09:59 AM

When we were kids, we had this vague idea of what we wanted to be when we grew up. While many wanted to be doctors, nurses, teachers, policemen or  firemen, there were those who may have felt a different inclination. Read more »

Business Mentor: Being True To Your Word

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 29 09:44 AM

Marketing and advertising are indispensable tools for any kind of business. To grow the business, the company needs to stand out from other firms offering similar products and services. Read more »

Business Mentor: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 22 09:15 AM

When the “BER” months start, what is the first thing that comes to your mind?  Read more »

Business Mentor: How to Choose a Business Partner

Armando Bartolome
Updated as of Dec 15 08:11 AM

One way to expand your business is to get a partner. If you feel that it’s time to expand but you lack the resources, finding a partner may just be the correct strategy. Read more »

Business Mentor: Developing An Entrepreneur’s Legacy

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 08 09:08 AM

Apart from earning from a business, many entrepreneurs also want to leave a lasting legacy. Read more »

Business Mentor: Discovering an Artist in Baguio City

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 01 07:36 AM

It was a very memorable day as I finally came to know the great artist behind many outstanding pieces that have made the Philippines proud.   Read more »

Google rolls out smart campaigns for small businesses in PH

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 19 09:53 AM

With smart campaigns, Goolge said small businesses could advertise their website or Google+ page on Maps and Search with a specific goal in mind: customer calls, store visits or actions on the advertiser's website. Read more »

Business Mentor: How To Spot A Good Franchise Business

Armando Bartolome
Updated as of Nov 17 11:34 AM

Many people always ask what is the best franchise business to invest in. Often the basis would be on the price; something affordable and within the range of one’s pocket. There are also those who base their decision on what their neighbor invested in. Read more »

Social network for entrepreneurs targets big dreamers

Jessica Fenol, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 16 07:49 AM

Unionbank's GlobalLinker allows small and medium enterprises to network, build e-commerce websites, find mentors and access a suite of payment and financing solutions. Read more »

Inglot PH bosses say business thrives on sibling partnership

Jan Yumul, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 15 07:08 PM

Some people advise against doing business with family and friends, but three sisters, who also happen to be partners in cosmetics brand Inglot, beg to differ. Read more »

Manpower provider makes a pitch for Mr. Wonderful’s capital

Trishia Billones, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 12 10:07 PM

A manpower provider on Monday sought extra capital by making a pitch to Kevin O’Leary, known as Mr. Wonderful in reality show, “Shark Tank.” Read more »

'Nepotism is horrible': 'Shark Tank' boss says don't hire family

Trishia Billones, ABS-CBN NEWS
Posted at Nov 12 05:38 PM

Entrepreneurs should avoid hiring friends or their family members unless they can fire them just as well, venture capitalist Kevin O’Leary told a Filipino audience on Monday. Read more »

'Never say never,' says 'Shark Tank' boss on investing in PH

Cathy Yang and Trishia Billones, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 12 04:06 PM

Kevin O'Leary is in Manila for the first time since the 1970s for ANC's Leadership Forum. The host of ABC's "Shark Tank" and Chairman of O'Shares ETFs says the capital looks like an "economic success." Read more »

Big dreamer? Don't fear failure says 'Shark Tank' boss Kevin O'Leary

Cathy Yang and Trishia Billones, ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 12 04:10 PM

Cultural barriers are starting to go down and will soon come to startups in the Philippines, one of the world's fastest growing economies, said Kevin O'Leary, chairman of O'Shares ETF and lead shark on US TV network ABC's "Shark Tank." Read more »

Business Mentor: What Encourages People To Buy?

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Nov 10 07:26 AM

The main concern of business owners is how to ethically influence consumers to purchase what they offer.   Read more »

Congressional spouses hold Kabuhayan livelihood trade fair

Bianca Dava, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 08 04:05 PM

It’s like shopping across the Philippines in one place. Read more »

Businesses bank on women for financial and social gains

Lin Taylor, Thomson Reuters Foundation
Posted at Nov 01 08:19 AM

Female entrepreneurs often face more obstacles than men, including a lack of access to finance, business networks, international markets and role models. Read more »

John Gokongwei: 'Never stop learning'

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Oct 27 01:05 PM

In his speech, Gokongwei recalled waking up in the wee hours of the morning to sell "spools of thread, bars of soap, and candles" at the public market in his hometown, the namesake of his airline Cebu Pacific. Read more »