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Photo taken by rawpixel It hurts not to have a job. For some people, their job is their source of joy and pride. Others use it to pass time. Not having a job means they have to fill a hole in their life which completes their existence. Your employers won't tell you if you're losing your job. They make you feel it through sneaky little ways. Everyone will recognize the signs except you. Thus, you must prepare for it. Getting sacked is normal, but getting fired while you still have a balance to pay off towards your condo at Rockwell Katipunan is a no-no. You must watch out for the signs of being laid off. You can use below as a guide so you can watch out for the signs. 1. They pass assignments to interns It might hurt, but it's true. The tasks that are typically assigned to you are now passed onto the junior staff or interns. They're showing you that you are no longer needed. Most of all, they're making you feel that you're the weakest link. ...

“Making the landlord and the tenant the same person has certain advantages, as the tenant pays no  rent, while the landlord does a little work.” –Gilbert K. Chesterton Property management is one of the lucrative avenues to make a stable profit. One of the myriad of options many investors choose to delve into is the tenancy, an aspect in real estate investment that yields the most revenue—provided that it is executed well. Success in tenure is usually determined by a multitude of aspects. Some of the considerations would include choosing a property in a premier location that is in proximity to offices, school districts, and entertainment hubs. Apart from that, you also need to ensure that you treat the property well and set a profitable rental rate that would allow you to leverage the competition at the same time. However, to be a successful landlord, you would also need the cooperation of a good tenant. Indeed, finding a good tenant is a dime a dozen, but more often than not, t...

Your employees and staff are your allies. They are your most valued resource. They are always behind-the-scene keeping the engines of your company moving. As a business owner or supervisor in a condo near Makati , you must lead and guide your team. You must empower them to become the best version of themselves to help the company, other employees, and you. Here are some tips to guide and empower your employees when in the workplace. 1. Keep everyone in the loop. Connect your staff members. Become the force that brings them together. initiate conversations with easy and light topics. Encourage get-to-know activities. Guide them to be open and sociable to their peers. 2. Avoid hypocrisy. Be true to your words. What applies to you is also true for your employees. Be mindful of your actions and attitude. Be someone who everyone enjoys working with and do what you ought to do while enjoying it. Do all of these while being true to your self. 3. Include the team on new hir...

The United States law defines sexual harassment as " uninvited verbal, visual, non-verbal, or physical conduct of sexual nature based on someone's sex that is severe or pervasive and affects working conditions or creates a hostile work environment. " People are only aware of the usual behaviors considered as harassment, which is inappropriate touching and shaming. Other acts are less noticeable and must be open to discussion with the employees. They will better understand sanctions and repercussions when they get the idea behind harassing a staff at an office space for rent Philippines . These are ten offenses you must watch out. 1. Suggestive staring at someone's body Workplace sexual harassment can be non-verbal and non-physical. It isn't just the comments or physical actions to a person or coming from one. Staring at someone's body is an example of this. If someone is long at your body in a suggestive way, it can be considered harassment especially if ...

Photo taken by Arshad Pooloo Companies believe in streamlining their workflow and production by implementing the 5S philosophy in the workplace. This philosophy started in Japan's catalyst for industrial revolution, Toyota . The company wanted to simplify its manufacturing process by trimming the unnecessary. To do this, the working area must be tidy and its items sorted based on the frequency of use. Thus, there will be a linear production process and orderly system of accomplishing a task. Elimination of wastes and irrelevant tools in production also minimizes costs and uncovers problems in an office space for lease in Makati . Getting rid of stuff to clear spaces in the first step to improvement as it makes underlying problems visible. Uncovering the issues at work is simple when you follow the 5S philosophy. What is 5S? Sakichi Toyoda's 5S stands for five Japanese words - seiri , seiton , seiso , seiketsu , and shitsuke . These words comprise the process of simplify...

Photo taken by Verne Ho Each person has a definitive reason behind their failure. It can be biological, psychological, or environmental. The person's past circumstances, current experiences, and engagement all contribute to how a person will react and respond to a situation. Often, highly stressful environment such as the workplace brings out the worse in people. The exposure to stress makes people anxious. Thus, they fail to achieve their potential once their mind starts to get full thoughts that break their resolve. Not every person in an office space for rent Philippines will break their focus. They will push towards their goals even when they are struggling. To understand the difference between people who fail and succeed, here are the fifteen reasons why people act the way they do. 1. They hang out with the wrong set of people. You become the five people you hang out with all the time.   If your peer lack ambition, you are bound to lose purpose as well. Choosing the...

Photo taken by Brooke Lark The corporate setting is tricky. Working in a multinational company or a huge government institution involves office politics, overlapping task deadlines, team encounters, and the clash of personalities. Hence, the idea of being an adult, applying and getting a job can be frightening for first-timers. On the other hand, it becomes a vicious cycle for the long-time citizens of the professional world. Both groups need a refresher from the culture of their workplace. Whether you are a freelancer on commission for a condo for sale Philippines or a full-time employee of a promising company, you need some hacks to survive your daily life. Below are fifteen hacks from the Quora community who shared some nuggets on how to tread the waves of the corporate world. Joel Kaplan , Digital Atlas Founder 1. Experiment. You won't learn anything if you always play it safe. Pushing your limits and taking the risk to try new things will not only expand yo...

Photo taken by Trust "Tru" Katsande Condo living is contemporary living. The style and structure of your abode change how you approach your daily life. First class amenities in a condo Makati, Philippines places you in a higher standard of living over the rest of the commoners.  The rest of the population - those in a house and lot in the suburbs - don't have the luxury to be near Makati CBD. They can't marvel at the view of skyscrapers from a condo in Makati . They aren't at a distance from high-end shopping malls, delicious grubs, and the party hoppers of the nightlife. If you're already in a condo unit in the city, good for you. You may need some detoxifying if you are stressed out from your day job and life at home. You can try the six exercises below to improve your decision-making. It will also set your life on a right path. 1. Remove all the toxic people in your life. These people merely decrease the quality of your life. They incite the negat...

Photo taken by Matthew Henry Part of being professional is being calm and collected while being assertive. You want to be confident but not cocky. You want to protect yourself and pride without stepping on anyone. The balance is a challenge as only mature people can do that. Still, even a composed individual in every office space for rent Philippines gets overwhelmed. They feel the stress and the tension. They get provoked. Hell breaks loose. Besides the workplace, the home and relationships of all kinds experience arguments. Different beliefs, values, and opinions can spark a fire. Other than such things, deep-seated feelings and hidden annoyance can start an outburst. Since outbursts aren't always welcome in the scene, here are five ways to let go of the steam during an argument. 1. Distract yourself until you become calm. During the peak of the argument, your emotions are in the front seat of your brain. It prevents you to see the whole picture. When anger or some other ...

Professional development is one of the essentials when considering areas of growth at work. The playing field and the relationships at work are different from what happens at home and other casual spots. People must always be on their best behavior while staying true to themselves. However, the pressure and demands of the job can get in the head and disrupt the daily flow. A person's thinking can become blurry. When that happens, they build their life around the office. They may neglect their needs, family members, and their passion towards various pursuit. Whether a manager, supervisor or team leader, here are five hacks to be the ideal working professional. 1. Get to know your team. It won't matter if you've been a year or ten years in the company. If you don't know anyone well enough to work with them or conduct an afternoon chat during break time, then you're not adding value to the company. Bonding and forming relationships strengthen the camarade...