Learning From the Millionaires: Part II

This is a sequel to the first article that appeared on this website. We appreciate the positive feedback and hope that you will find...

6 Tips for OFWs on Vacation in the Philippines

One of the first planned activities of OFWs following years of working abroad is going on a trip or vacation. Getting a few days...

How Coronavirus Impacts Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong

While the world is in the midst of a battle against an invisible enemy, there's an outpouring of gratitude towards frontline workers who risk...

11 Annoying Facebook Habits You Need to Stop Doing

There were 73.17 million Filipino Facebook users in 2020. With free data access through major telecom network providers, Filipinos armed with prepaid mobile devices...

OFW Heroes: 8 Examples of Heroic Acts OFWs Do Beyond Their Jobs

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5 Key Challenges Foreign Workers in Macau Experience

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No Placement Fees for Domestic Workers

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Name Hire Job Registration Procedure at POEA

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6 Investment Ideas for OFWs To Start A Business

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