Keynote Speech: Packaging Institute of the Philippines – Annual Exhibit and Industry Forum October 8, 2026 | SMX Convention Center Manila Right now, in boardrooms all over the country, packaging owners and CEOs are wrestling with the exact same headache: “How do we stop clients from squeezing our prices down to zero?” Good afternoon, friends, and leaders in the Packaging Institute […]
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When economic conditions shift, customer buying habits change, and input costs rise, corporate leadership teams often find themselves at cross-purposes. Finance demands immediate cost discipline. Marketing and Commercial teams fight to protect brand equity, customer acquisition budgets, and promotional spend. Meanwhile, executive leadership struggles to balance short-term cash flow with long-term market position. The common, knee-jerk reaction/ launching across-the-board 15% […]
Too many entrepreneurs treat networking, marketing, or content as magic fixes. We join clubs, attend meetups, post daily, hustle hard. But no matter how busy you seem, if your business model is flawed, nothing sticks. I’ve learned this after mentoring thousands of entrepreneurs and guiding teams at Mansmith & Fielders. Let me show you why so many fail despite the […]
Too many entrepreneurs treat networking, marketing, or content as magic fixes. We join clubs, attend meetups, post daily, hustle hard. But no matter how busy you seem, if your business model is flawed, nothing sticks. I’ve learned this after mentoring thousands of entrepreneurs and guiding teams at Mansmith & Fielders. Let me show you why so many fail despite the […]
Imagine diving into the intricate world of business models, where every term from “value proposition” to “value architecture” plays a critical role in shaping how businesses create, deliver and capture value. In this article, we will explore 50 essential business model terms that form the backbone of modern entrepreneurship and management. These terms are not just jargon but foundational ideas […]
In the pursuit of business success, evaluating the soundness of a proposed business model is crucial. But how is a business model evaluated? Let me share the three core tests to ensure a comprehensive assessment of business opportunities. The Three Core Tests The Mansmith Business Model framework, involving eleven building blocks, recommends three primary core tests to evaluate a business […]
Paolo Borromeo is the President and CEO of AC Health, the Ayala-owned group that launched Healthway Cancer Care Hospital, the first dedicated cancer hospital in the Philippines. He shares about the hospital’s business model. Q1. Could you elaborate on the vision behind establishing the first cancer hospital in the Philippines with an end-to-end approach at affordable rates? What inspired this initiative? […]
Jimmy Thai is the CEO of the Primer Group of Companies. Embarking on his path with a modest buy-and-sell enterprise in 1985, Primer has since evolved into a powerhouse, boasting a portfolio of 150 premium consumer and travel brands spanning diverse sectors like outdoor, travel, footwear, fashion, action sports, wellness, and urban lifestyle. Included in their repertoire are notable brands […]
A business model is a document that outlines how a company creates, captures, and delivers value to its customers and consumers in line with its vision. This concise one-page document can replace a lengthy 100-page business plan. Think of a business model as a way to see the big picture of how your business is designed. To help create a […]
Business Model Map of a Low-Cost Carrier (Decoded by Josiah Go) Let’s begin by examining a scenario where superb marketing is coupled with an insufficient business model during the entry of budget airlines into the industry Case 1: Philippine Airlines (PAL) smartly offered different classes – first, business, and economy – to suit various travelers’ needs. PAL also emphasized their sterling […]