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Venture capital firm bullish about PH startup scene

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Mar 23 02:24 PM

Philippine tech startups were able to raise over $1 billion in 2 years, and a venture capital fund says the prospects for the country's tech startup scene remain bright. Read more »

PH startups 'center' of global attention with over $1-B investments in 2022: Digital Pilipinas

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 20 10:01 AM

Philippine tech startups are getting global attention after earning over $1 billion in investments in 2022, Digital Pilipinas Convenor Amor Maclang said on Monday. Read more »

Business Mentor: Planning a successful startup

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Mar 18 08:46 AM

A mentor is someone who can provide assistance and support, help develop skills, tap you into a vast network, and can help you achieve your goals. Read more »

Worry for tech startups after Silicon Valley Bank failure

Thomas Urbain, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Mar 12 10:59 AM

Silicon Valley Bank's stunning collapse has led to the freezing of tens of billions of dollars stored there by startups and their private equity backers, raising fears of a wider tech sector fallout. Read more »

Business Mentor: Gauging your entrepreneurial progress through a business coach

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Mar 11 08:00 AM

All of us start at some point when we are unsure how to navigate the challenges. We look up to someone who has already done it. Read more »

Business Mentor: What to look for in a mentor

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Feb 11 08:00 AM

In business, we also need the help and guidance of a mentor that will allow us to realize what we are about to go through and help make decisions about the business we intend to build. Read more »

Business Mentor: Recognizing the value of a mentor

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Feb 04 08:00 AM

The role of a business mentor is more than just telling you what kind of business is good for you. Read more »

Business Mentor: Limited social media marketing for franchisees

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Jan 21 08:37 AM

Since franchisors want everything shown on social media to represent the brand well, the franchisor should do these on behalf of all franchisees. Read more »

PH startup Locad says $11-M million raised in Series A

Jekki Pascual, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 16 02:31 PM

Homegrown startup Locad said on Monday it has raised $11 million in Series A funding to expand its operations in the Philippines and in the Asia Pacific region. Read more »

Business Mentor: Tips to Kickstart 2023

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jan 14 11:48 AM

The first month of the year should always be initiated with positivity because setting your mind this way gives you a better vision of what you want to achieve. Read more »

Business Mentor: Preparing a productive franchise mindset for the New Year

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 31 09:48 AM

Here are a few ways to help you make your new year more productive and successful. Read more »

Business Mentor: The power of storytelling for a business

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Dec 17 08:28 AM

If I am a business owner such as a franchisee or franchisor, what has storytelling got to do with me? Read more »

DICT begins accepting tech startup grant applications, up to P1 million for each grant

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Nov 23 07:18 PM

It will cater to startups with products or services currently in the Proof of Concept, Prototype, or Minimum Viable Product stages in ICT-enabled sectors, the DICT said. Read more »

Blockchain proposed to make National ID more secure

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Nov 01 12:00 PM

A Philippine-based tech startup proposes to use the same tech that powers cryptocurrencies to make the National ID system more secure. Read more »

Business Mentor: Properly handling customer queries

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Oct 15 09:51 AM

Providing excellent customer service is essential in any business, whether large or small. Read more »

Business Mentor: What’s holding you back from taking the leap?

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Oct 08 07:58 AM

Because of the magnitude of the responsibility, some individuals may delay pursuing their dreams of starting their own business. Read more »

Business Mentor: A testimony of faith, courage, and perseverance

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Sep 17 09:08 AM

Ricel Mae Veneracion is a millennial, multi-business owner who started a salon in Quezon City in 2015. Read more »

Canva launches design-centric suite of work apps

Art Fuentes, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Sep 15 07:50 AM

Online design platform Canva launched a suite of visual-centric work apps on Thursday as it looks to further expand its user base. Read more »

Business Mentor: Creating a fulfilling life after retirement

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Aug 27 08:56 AM

Some people refer to themselves, after the transition as “retired”. But when you think about it, retirement is a way of continuing your life, but, hopefully, stress-free. Read more »

Business Mentor: Do you know what your customers want?

Armando Bartolome
Posted at Aug 06 09:41 AM

Entrepreneurs should keep in mind that for their business to remain afloat, they need to focus on what their customers want. Read more »