Two weeks before my April 22 birthday, we put out a call for SMEs: Get the chance for a free one-on-one consulting opportunity. The mentees were chosen from applications and, with a prior company profile and their concerns sent ahead for better mentoring flow, were each given a quarter of an hour with me. Not all were able to get […]

I have been wanting to start a mentoring session focusing on young entrepreneurs since last year. Although COVID got in the way of original plans in the second quarter, it became a blessing in disguise as internet now allows us to do a mentoring class with participants outside Metro Manila. Features:Here are the features of my NEXTGEN mentoring class. Day: […]

Steve Sy, the founder and CEO of Great Deals Corporation, the Philippines’ leading e-distributor providing end-to-end solutions to maximize brands’ e-commerce potential, is a recipient of the 2nd Mansmith Innovation Awards, among other awards. With 6 hectares of warehouse space, over 50,000 products, and more than 2 million annual transactions, Great Deals has firmly established itself as a leader in e-commerce […]

GCash is the dominant mobile wallet in the Philippines, widely used for a variety of services such as money transfers, bill payments, micro-lending, and even investments. In its efforts to expand globally, GCash has partnered with leading financial institutions and platforms such as Alipay and Western Union to facilitate international remittances and cross-border payments. This makes it easier for Filipinos […]

Behind every great marketing leader, there’s always a mentor—someone who’s been there, guided them, and challenged them to think bigger, and to even think differently. Mentorship is one of those things in our industry that truly shapes the future. It’s not just about sharing knowledge—it’s about sparking something in someone that drives them to push boundaries and see new possibilities. […]

Sales are the heartbeat of every business, serving as the primary driver of revenue and customer relationships. They connect customer needs with product offerings, enabling companies to thrive in competitive landscapes. Effective sales teams not only close deals but also foster loyalty and trust, essential for sustainable growth. Yet, sales professionals often remain in the shadows, eclipsed by other business […]

My 20th book!  I’m thrilled to announce the launch of Entrepreneurship: The Four-Gate Model, a groundbreaking new book co-authored with pioneering marketing anthropologist Chiqui Escareal-Go and young entrepreneur and socio-civic leader Calel Gosingtian, designed to empower entrepreneurs in the evolving post-pandemic landscape. Join us for an engaging evening of insights, networking, and celebration on October 11, 2024, at 6 PM, at the East Wing, Mid-Level […]

Subtraction Effect The subtraction effect is a phenomenon where people perceive the removal of a feature or option as having a more significant impact than its addition. For example, consider fast food chains that used to provide sauce for their chicken but saw a drop in customer satisfaction ratings when they started charging for extra sauce. As a result, they […]

In an exciting development for the sales community, Mansmith and Fielders proudly present the first set of winners of the Mansmith Sales Masters Awards. This highly anticipated recognition aims to celebrate excellence among sales professionals, marking an unprecedented milestone in the industry. The carefully selected honorees represent a diverse range of industries and have demonstrated outstanding performance in various aspects […]

(Note: This talk was delivered at the 20th MarkProf annual Marketing Leadership Bootcamp, a transformative eight-Saturday free training program in marketing and business. Out of 1000 graduating collegiate student leaders nationwide who competed for a limited 25 slots, participants had the opportunity to engage with distinguished speakers, delve into topics not typically covered in academic settings, and benefit from personalized […]

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