Building a successful business in the new normal

Building a successful business in the new normal

As people continue to adapt to the new normal as a result of the global pandemic, so have company owners and how they approach their businesses. With more safety measures in place, many leaders are reconfiguring their workplace to operate better than they have before. If like these business owners, you too are planning to have your own workspace, Filinvest Alabang, Inc. shares these considerations to make the office remarkably safer and healthy for you and your employees:

Open business in a city offering green open spaces.

While Metro Manila has long been the hotspot for various mixed-use developments surrounded by residential, lifestyle, and office spaces, the pandemic has completely changed this perception. Now, more business owners are considering locations outside the saturated and highly congested Manila. The location of Filinvest City, a garden and future-ready central business district with landscaped path walks, means employees and visitors can take leisure walks around the city. Biking is also encouraged with its dedicated bike lanes and signages. Likewise, for commuters, there’s an available eco-loop that roves within the city.

All your lifestyle and essential needs are within reach.

Parkway Corporate Center grand lobby

The grand lobby at Parkway Corporate Center exudes corporate elegance giving its guests a welcoming and honorable welcome.

These days, it’s become increasingly important to stay within your own confines to ensure your safety. Parkway, being in a live-work-play CBD, means professionals don’t need to travel far because lifestyle and essential establishments are in close proximity. There are residential options, lifestyle hubs, top-notch academic institutions, world-class hospitals, and government institutions to cater to all needs. Parkway sets the corporate tone within the city as it is specifically located at the exit of SLEX coming into Filinvest City’s economic core, the Spectrum District. With the Skyway, Filinvest City is also just 30 minutes away from the international airport, further making Parkway an ideal spot for every local or multinational business. Likewise, commuters can access Parkway as it is just across Festival Mall in Filinvest City, which offers transportation to Northern and Southern cities.

A corporate establishment that champions sustainability.

Parkway Corporate Center Business Center

The business center at Parkway Corporate Center has a floor to ceiling windows that give natural lighting, making it conducive to productivity.

More and more businesses are becoming conscious of adopting sustainable practices at work. Building a business at Parkway already takes them a step toward a more eco-friendly direction. As a LEED Certified development, Parkway promotes an eco-friendly, clean environment that encourages a sustainable lifestyle for its tenants. Living up to its distinct green building standards, the corporate building features open spaces lined with lush greeneries such as the podium deck garden and pocket balconies on every five floors. These spaces allow employees to take a breather in between work. Meanwhile, Parkway’s glass curtain wall is also double-glazed with a low e-coating to prevent heat and UV radiation. This makes the building more sustainable as well as cost and energy-efficient.

Business upgrade in a prestigious address.

Parkway Corporate Center

Parkway Corporate Center is strategically nestled in Filinvest City, a garden and future-ready central business district.

Upgrading a business doesn’t just involve changing the company’s systems or structure, it’s also considering the address to add more value to the company. Notably, Parkway is situated in a highly coveted corner lot address that makes it a highly-visible spot so it’s easier to find. Complementing the building’s green features is the building’s modern look and design — by one of the country’s top architectural firms, H1 Architecture and Design — to give a premium to your business.

The fine aesthetics of Parkway exudes a credible and world-class office look providing a prestigious office building you can be proud to call your address. Matched with its prime location, Parkway puts every business to an absolute advantage with its carefully designed architecture bringing businesses to success inside a thriving CBD.

A future-ready corporate space that appreciates over time.

Business owners must always be prepared for the ever-changing socio and economic landscape. For business owners or investors looking for a viable business opportunity, Parkway is a winning choice. Being located inside the thriving Filinvest City provides opportunities for growth.

The city’s land value experienced strong appreciation from its investment as land prices increased by almost 6x, and accommodation values have increased by almost 7x over the last decade.

As the city takes a big leap toward becoming a dynamic business hub, Daphne Sanchez, First Vice President, Filinvest Alabang Inc, said, “Parkway Corporate Center buyers realize that their units will rise in value as more projects are put up in the city to address employees’ and residents’ needs for mobility and the desire to be in a well-integrated live-work-play environment.”

Now ready to accept more tenants, Parkway offers flexible and combinable office units ranging from 36-250sqm to fit the clients’ size requirements. So for business owners aspiring to own future-proof and safe office space in the new normal, have all that and more at Parkway Corporate Center.

“Filinvest Alabang Inc. has always been forward-thinkers. This mindset has allowed us to quickly adapt to the current normal, allowing us to offer a host of properties that cater to the varying needs of our market. It’s no different for Parkway, which has different units that can be customized to fit the vision of companies as they upgrade their business in the new normal,” concluded Daphne Sanchez, First Vice President, Filinvest Alabang Inc.

To know more, visit https://filinvest.com/project/parkway-corporate-center

The Great Outdoors Big Easter at the Blue Bay Walk Garden

The Great Outdoors Big Easter at the Blue Bay Walk Garden

On a hunt for something eggs-traordinary to do this Easter?

Have your family hop with excitement and treat them to The Great Outdoors Big Easter Bash slated on Sunday, April 17 at the Blue Bay Walk Garden in Pasay City.

Organized by quant shopping retail strip Blue Bay Walk, the event is packed with eggs-citing activities for kids and parents, which will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be an Easter Bunny Photo Wall, Easter Egg Arts & Crafts, Easter Egg Hunt, Pet Show, and Easter Story Time.

The event is open to the public and free of charge.

Interested? Register at the official Facebook page of Blue Bay Walk at www.facebook.com/BlueBayWalkOfficial.

Join eggs-citing activities for kids and parents at Blue Bay Walk this Easter Sunday. Register at https://swiy.co/eastersundaycelebration

Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother

Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother

This story certainly has steamy scenes that took my breath away but more than the sex their love story was tender. I also love the fact that they are rich is incidental, not crucial, to the story.

Compared to the previous story, though, Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother is pretty tame. It has that feel of a Cinderella Story where this sweet, loving girl is being oppressed by wicked bridesmaids but is rescued by 3 prince charmings aka the best men.

Three gorgeous men who all happen to be CEOs of their companies and billionaires to boot, find themselves irresistibly attracted to Maddie, a curvy brunette who always saw herself as the “ugly sister”. Kincaid, Jesse, and Brock are quick to prove her otherwise once they were given the opportunity to do so.

There are many heated moments in this story but compared to Stephanie’s other stories this is relatively tame so for reverse harem virgins, this will probably be something they could digest easily.

Grab your copy of Jock Blocked by Stephanie Brother on Amazon.

But there is more to this Cinderella story and you can read the bonus chapter here.

Strip Teased by Stephanie Brother

Strip Teased by Stephanie Brother

If you are a woman or a gay man and you have hot blood running through your veins then you have probably fantasized about any or all of the men from Magic Mike, Thunder from Down Under, or, for the old school … Chippendales!  So imagine if you could go home with one, two, three, or even four such gorgeous men?

strip teasedThe story starts with Emma being dumped by her fiance at her bachelorette party. What a jerk, right? One moment she is watching these super hot twin male strippers performing and next, she receives a breakup text. Hmph! When I read that I wanted to swing a machete and cut off his balls and make him a eunuch.

Thank God Emma had four knights in shining armor: The sexy bartender Tonio, the dazzling twins Austin and Denver, and the broody bouncer Knox. They not only gave her a place to stay when she found herself homeless, but they also took care of her.

The pacing of this relationship is just right. Knowing it is a reverse harem story meant that I could anticipate at some point that she would have encounters with each one or they would all get together. However, there was enough substance in this story that by the time it got to that point, it just felt right.

I imagined myself in her shoes and could only imagine how pampered I would be if I had four men who loved me the way these men love Emma.

If you are into reverse harems, I’d recommend this book, for sure.  While some of the things they did I can’t imagine doing in real life, it is fun to fantasize about it.

Grab your copy of Snow Balled by Stephanie Brother on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099QYGXLJ

Is there more to this story? Of course! Stephanie Brother loves to give us bonus chapters.  Check out what more happens here.

The Invisible Battle: Speaking Out Against Verbal Abuse

The Invisible Battle: Speaking Out Against Verbal Abuse

Manila, Philippines — 1 out of 4 or 25% of Filipinos, aged 15-49, is revealed to have experienced some form of violence during the ongoing health crisis. This includes verbal abuse, which has become a hidden battle faced by most women regularly.

Verbal abuse can often be confusing not just for the survivors but also for the abusers because it manifests differently — gaslighting, judging, blaming, name-calling, condescension, and verbal threats, among others.

According to the  Gender Watch Against Violence and Exploitation (GWAVE), verbal abuse often contributes to psychological abuse experienced by women and can be penalized as a violation of RA 9262 or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004.

“Violence in the homes is not ‘away pamilya’ and is everybody’s concern,” says GWAVE Executive Director, Sheema Bajana-Samson. “People should be vigilant and watch out for signs of abuse through what is heard verbally and body language as well.”

GWAVE is one of many non-government organizations and independent agencies that helps rescue survivors by offering legal assistance and rehabilitation.

“We have survivors also accompany their fellow survivors in hearings, and they do home visitations to other survivors as a form of moral support towards each other,” continues Bajana-Samson. “We’re happy to share that we now have many survivors who are emotionally and psychologically ready to become advocates themselves.”

In celebration of International Women’s Month, and the advocacy to build a better world for women, Avon sounds the call to #SpeakOut, take a stand and be more self-aware to help others fight verbal and other forms of abuse.

Based on a global study of more than eight thousand women in eight countries, including the Philippines, found that one in five women are consistently subjected to verbal abuse by an intimate partner. Nearly two in five respondents aged 25-34 are experiencing potential signs of verbal abuse within their relationship – the highest amongst the age groups.

Avon Philippines PR and Communications Head, Marion Limlengco wants to encourage more Filipinos to join dialogues and be more aware of this silent battle that has been affecting more women than actually perceived. “Filipinas are very resilient women, but it turns out, there are some of us who are going through such invisible battles and we don’t even know it. That is why we are tapping a platform where we can freely discuss this issue with no holds barred while still centering on positivity and freedom of expression.”

 

Avid podcast listeners can also look forward to collaborations with popular podcasts such as:

  • Adulting with Joyce Pring, (March 25 via Spotify)
  • Camp Confidence Radio Podcast with Ayn Bernos and Rizza Lana-Sebastian, (March 30 via Spotify and YouTube)
  • The Eve’s Drop Podcast feat. Delamar Arias, Monica Francesca Tobias, and Gelli Victor with special guest, Ms. Universe 2015 and Avon Intimate Apparel ambassador, Pia Wurtzbach (March 30 via Spotify)

Everyone is also invited to catch Avon’s collaboration with the livestreaming app, Kumu, where viewers can enjoy talks, performances, and fun challenges — all to foster awareness of verbal abuse and raise funds on behalf of Avon’s partner organizations that help abuse survivors. Here’s the full lineup:

  • #SpeakOut Dialogues with Women (March 25 via @kumunityheroes)
  • #Speakout Kumunity Challenge (March 28 to April 3)
  • #SpeakOut Fundraising Livestream (March 30)
  • #SpeakOut Dialogues For All (April 4 via @kumunityheroes)

People are also encouraged to support the cause through our fundraising items like the #SpeakOut Avon True Color Lipstick, Women Empowerment Umbrella, Evita Watch (in cream and old rose), and Self-love Accessory set available on avonshop.ph where part of the proceeds will be donated to partner organizations including Gender Watch Against Violence and Exploitation (GWAVE), Ing Makababaying Aksyon (IMA) Foundation, and Luna Legal Resources Center for Women and Children.

“Through these fundraising efforts, we hope to spark courage and reinforce a sense of community so that no one could feel alone or neglected in their individual battles. It’s time we shed light on this invisible crisis and we can effectively do that only if and when we #SpeakOut,” concludes Limlengco.

It’s time to redefine a culture where everyone becomes more accountable for the words being said so that no form of abuse — verbal or otherwise — will be tolerated nor pushed against others.

Follow Avon Philippines on Facebook and Instagram for more updates on the scheduled dates of all podcasts and Kumu livestreams and join the dialogues against Verbal Abuse. Shop for your favorite Avon products at www.avonshop.ph or contact your local Avon representative.

About Avon

Avon has been doing beauty differently for 135 years. Avon is a company that connects people, using the power of beauty to transform lives for the better. Millions of independent sales Representatives across the world sell iconic Avon brands through their social networks, building their own beauty businesses on a full- or part-time basis. Avon stands for gender equality, and we believe in listening to women’s needs, speaking out about issues that matter, and creating positive change. Through Avon and the Avon Foundation, we’ve donated over $1.1billion, with a focus on tackling gender violence and breast cancer. Avon is part of the Natura &Co Group. Learn more at www.avonworldwide.com.

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