Bayanihan in Business: The Next Step for Filipino Mid-Market Firms
From Where We Sit Bayanihan in Business: The Next Step for Filipino Mid-Market Firms
We often hear of certain traits or values that define us as Filipinos. From being known for our hospitality and congeniality, to our grit and resilience when faced with hard times. As we navigate uncertain global political and economic landscapes, I’d like to highlight one of the Filipino values closest to my heart: Bayanihan.
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The Innovation Imperative: People, Brand, & Sustainability in Focus
From Where We Sit The Innovation Imperative: People, Brand, & Sustainability in Focus
As mid-market businesses in the Philippines gear up to compete on the global stage, a significant change must be made in the business landscape. To achieve parity with international competitors, mid-market businesses in the Philippines must focus on three critical areas: brand development, people investment, and sustainability.
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Green Accounting: Path to sustainable practices
From Where We Sit Green Accounting: Path to sustainable practices
Picture this scenario: A real estate developer wins a bid to convert a large swath of forested land into a housing project. On the surface, this seems like a win-win. The housing shortage gets addressed, jobs are created, and the economy gets a boost. But beneath this apparent victory lies a cost: the chirping birds, the rustling leaves, and the communities intertwined with this land’s history are at risk of vanishing. These environmental and social costs often go unnoticed. As accountants, we can put a spotlight on these hidden costs through the practice of green accounting.
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EOPT for Educational Institutions
From Where We Sit EOPT for Educational Institutions
The Philippines has recognized the importance of building our human capital as a pathway for economic opportunity. In 2015, the Philippines, together with 192 other UN member states, committed to attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The SDGs, also referred to as the Global Goals, consist of a set of goals including Quality Education based on underlying principles, including “education is a public good, of which the state is the duty bearer.”
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Nurturing Accountants Beyond Numbers: The Essential Role of Human Skills
From Where We Sit Nurturing Accountants Beyond Numbers: The Essential Role of Human Skills
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, accountants have often been confined to the stereotype of being solely data-driven professionals obsessed with numbers. However, as the demands of the profession shift, so does the accountant's role.
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The Winning Mindset: Having a genuine interest in our client’s success
From Where We Sit The Winning Mindset: Having a genuine interest in our client’s success
When do you know you’ve won a client? Is it when the contract is signed? Or when the first invoice is paid?
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