Friday, July 30, 2010

Friday, July 30

I am checking emails for the applicants applying for Quality Assurance Analyst Position. Sometimes, I am having difficulty of getting applicants deemed for the position because I have to know the technical skills, knowledge, competencies. Since, I have been working this for almost 5 years Recruitment Process Outsourcing may help me to pick up right applicants for the position.

Listening to Instrumental songs.

40 of 196 Days
July 30, 2010

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Information Overload.

Everyday, I am reading, writing and thinking stuffs. I know that I am not a fan soft opera, drama, cartoons, noontime shows in the television but I am more likely fascinated with reading soft copy of articles that pertains to my likes. Uh well, I know that each moment of my life I am reading.. my eyes and mind are loaded with images, letters, videos. Thank God for the computer and Internet.

I am trying to update my blogsite and deleting some social networking sites that I think wouldn't help me much.

Now, I am meditating this verse : "For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay." Habakkuk 2:3


39 of 196 Days
July 29, 2010

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Applying Social Media to Harness Collective Intelligence

I want to attend HR and Training Congress on August 26-27 sponsored by HR Philippines. I really wanted to get knowledge

This an article I got from HR groups.

Applying Social Media to Harness Collective Intelligence
by Sumeet Anand and Nafay Kumail

Social media technologies are pervasive today, and not just because of their novel and innovative nature or because they are some transient fad. Their dominance can be attributed to the inherent human desire to interact, share and learn about and from each other. But why is it then that so many companies are blocking their workforces from social networking sites? And why do people prefer to interact on external social sites rather than their companies' internal social platforms?

The Dilemma

Today, companies are faced with a great dilemma: Should they allow their employees to engage in social networking at the cost of productivity? Is blocking people from collaborating socially going to hinder the learning process? And since companies can't always keep track of all employees while they are engaged in social networking, isn't there a risk of employees sharing things that are not in the interest of the company?

The dilemma on the people side is no less grave. People, especially the young workforce entering the marketplace, love to connect using tools they have grown up with, and they feel lost without them. Members of the older generation also have jumped on the bandwagon because they know that the Web and social networks are where the action is. It is not surprising that the overwhelming majority of the workforce wants companies to have a social media organism.

What approach is best for an organization: allow people to use external social networks or have an intranet-based enterprise social platform of their own?

Acknowledge the Change

The situation demands a solution that suits all stakeholders. Companies and institutions should first accept the reality as it exists. It will be difficult to overlook the changes that are happening in the world. Remember that in the beginning, even e-mail was provided to a limited set of people by organizations due to the same fears that companies have today about social networking.

Companies should start exploring the possibility of turning social networking activities into a competitive advantage by ensuring that their employees' social interactions are meaningful and intelligent. The collective intelligence paradigm should be used to its maximum. This ensures meaningful interaction among users of social media by providing them with a platform where they can interact, share and solve business problems when they confront them by learning from each other.

It's Only Natural

Learning is social in nature and is a function of collective communication. Organizations can use the power of social media to foster this culture of learning from each other. It is not always necessary to take a course in order to learn. If companies provide a platform and a framework around social computing tools for their people to meaningfully interact and collectively learn, this will become an extremely useful exercise for both businesses and employees. Companies want employees to become more efficient at what they do, and employees consider growth in learning to be the second most important reason to stick with a job or a company. Both ends can be met via social networking.

The following are key steps in doing so:

a) Identify the knowledge domain and key stakeholders.

b) Allow selective access to external social networks that add value to the business.

c) Have an internal enterprise 2.0 platform that focuses on harnessing the collective intelligence of key stakeholders in the company's knowledge domain - i.e., employees, customers, partners, and virtual and part-time associates.

d) Look at securely enabling an inside-out connection through your internal social platform.

What's needed is intelligent application of Web 2.0 or social computing features and tools that can help companies and individuals build and sustain knowledge without expending the kind of money and resources previously required for this purpose. What's also needed is a solution that helps professionals adopt peer networking tools and a technology that helps them improve their knowledge and discover new applications at the same time. Social computing offers a great platform for the expression, organization and discovery of meaningful information. The solution should thus help companies and individuals reduce learning cost and get the desired benefit without going through the archaic models of knowledge management and corporate training.

Thus, by turning the focus of social networking toward collective intelligence, companies will not only save on overall training costs by a huge margin, they will end up with a much larger value from the investment in people development. A collective intelligence solution also helps create a corporate institutional memory, which is a critical need in the wake of changing business priorities and employee attrition.


[About the Authors: Sumeet Anand is founder and CEO of social networking software builder Kreeo. Nafay Kumail is co-founder of Kreeo and co-author of E-Learning: An Expression of the Knowledge Economy.]


38 of 196 Days
July 28, 2010

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Nehemiah

I am currently reading the book of Nehemiah. As a background, Nehemiah found himself as the royal cup-bearer in the palace of the Persian king Artaxerxes. That trusted and responsible position made possible Nehemiah's role in Bible History. He was the person who initiated to Pray and Fast for the Nation.

I am asking myself, am I like Nehemiah? Am I am making a declaration of praying and fasting when perceiving a problem? Or I am like saying than acting? I pray to have deeper relationship with my God.

In the next write ups I will more likely writing HR Stuffs in preparation of my teaching career next year. I am planning to teach young people about Psychology and Human Resource Management.

I hope to get Ouliers Book soon.

Reading book of Nehemiah
37 of 196 Days
July 27, 2010

Monday, July 26, 2010

Busy Monday

Yeah I know its Monday. Busy mode. Right. I am. I run out of words, my boss communicated well to everyone.

Now, I am listening and watching live stream 2010 PNOY SONA: President Noynoy Aquino’s First State of the Nation Address

I got this readings from TGIF "But I said, 'I have labored to no purpose; I have spent my strength in vain and for nothing. Yet what is due me is in the Lord's hand, and my reward is with my God.'" Isaiah 49:4
Have you ever felt like you're spending your life using your talent for nothing? Life is often spent doing mundane activities that seem to have little eternal purpose.
The great prophet Isaiah was struggling with his own purpose. He knew he was chosen to be a voice for God, yet life became purposeless for Isaiah. We all go through periods when our purpose seems to be clouded with the mundane. We see little meaning in life. On the other hand, Isaiah didn't stay in this place. We read in this passage that he knew the truth of his existence. He could look past his present circumstance and know that his real reward and purpose would be revealed in eternity. He knew that God was just and fair, so he placed his faith on this truth.
When life appears to lack meaning and purpose, remember that if you devote your life to the purposes He has for you, the fruits of your labor will be manifested in due time. "The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it" (1 Thess. 5:24).


36 of 196 Days
July 26, 2010

Sunday Service

I had Sunday service at Music Museum with YAM Makati Life Group. Pastor Joey Crisostomo shared about Prayer.

Afterwards, we supported Joya Miranda in her graduation at PUP for Event Management class.

35 of 196 Days
July 25, 2010

Vision of YAM

Vision.Mission.

Y-AM God-given vision was created in ZOE 11 Ortigas Center Pasig City. It was attended by Y-AM Leaders and Sir Bing De Ocampo. Thank God for giving us Ms. Corazon Tabucal as our Vision Keeper.

34 of 196 Days
July 24, 2010

Friday, July 23, 2010

Loaded

Loaded.

Am doing HR Related tasks such as Reference Check, Interview, Performance Appraisal. Whoo Loaded.

Tonight, I will be going to Gateway Cubao for JREV:Breakthrough Conference in the Marketplace. Speakers are Al and Hattie Hollingsworth.

TGIF again.

33 of 196 Days
July 23, 2010

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Thursday, July 22

Posture Corrector

Due to the back pain and incorrect body posture, my loving mother bought me a body posture corrector. According to an article entitled “Back and neck pain relief through posture correction’ by My.Trusted.MD, Our bodies function best in good posture, so developing good postural habits can improve not only sports performance, but also the quality of our lives by reducing muscle and joint pain caused by poor posture. In the past, I am not considering how I seat, I walk and stand but now I was once told to maintain a good body posture at all times. I know that its excruciating but I have to bear it.

Oh, I hope to be consistent wearing this posture corrector. : )

32 of 196 Days
July 22, 2010

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Wednesday, July 21

Last night, we had BS at Mcdo Ayala. Vhan Cogama shared about workplace topics such as stress, burnout and busyness. After that, Genelle, Vhan and I went to Mall of Asia Starbucks for a cup of frappucino and blended coffee. We shared several topics last night such as career, lovelife and ministry. I think we bonded so much.

I missed us, sharing our life experiences, I think we enjoyed and learned a lot from each other. Until then my dearly amigas...

I arrived in the apartment around 3am.
I am sorry I went late.

I am too sleepy and busy.

31 of 196 Days
July 21, 2010

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Tuesday, July 20

I am not feeling well today. I am sorry I wont be able to write long today.

I will be attending BS tonight at Ayala Triangle. Tomorrow until next week would be busy because my boss will be coming from US.


30 of 196 Days
July 20, 2010

Monday, July 19, 2010

Monday, July 19

I believe that God has given us UNLIMITED POTENTIAL. What might God want to accomplish through your life?

Surely you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you. Philippians 4:13


29 of 196 Days
July 19, 2010

Sunday, July 18

It’s Sunday. A time to reflect, think and pray. I can feel God’s embrace in my life. I am emptying myself for today.

Doing my To-do-List for this week:
Reading books and thinking of entering communication class and photography.


28 of 196 Days
July 18, 2010

Saturday, July 17

It was a prolific Saturday! Y-AM leaders were met for a Road Mapping Seminar in ZOE 11 Ortigas Center Pasig City. A dynamic speaker, Mr. Bing De Ocampo, who is one of the top General Managers of Mr. Wyden King. In the seminar, we talked about Pinoy Pamilya Foundation where it aims to restore, rebuild and strengthen family bond. Not only that, Mr. Bing emphasized the importance of vision and purpose in life. Again, I was reminded of the BIG WHAT of my existence (VISION) and the BIG HOW (MISSION). I was once told by my mentors and colleagues that I will go places but the question here is HOW can I get there... This is probably the thing that I should do to be able to go up a bit in the next level of my career path. I want to be a better person who will be imitated by youth and people around me. I want to be excellent in the path I am going to.

After the session, we had dinner with the Ortigas Life Group and Genelle Alhambra. We ate at Kenny Rogers and talked about things. Hahaha! Afterwards, Princess and Genelle went to McDonalds for the continuation of talk. I got a lot of leanings from them, we made some sort of vow and discipline to level up.

I missed dinner with my friend, Erwell Feliciano. I hope to catch up with him soon.

I went home around 2:00 AM.

27 of 196 Days
July 17, 2010

Friday, July 16, 2010

Friday, July 16

Its Friday again! I guess Friday is so special to me. Aside from not having work tomorrow and on the other day. I think its time to bond with friends and family. We are planning to go to Bancheto later to eat delicious foods like pasta, lechon and others. I think I am craving.... hahahaha!

I almost done with my work assignments in the office. I am ready to go home later. Yahoo!



26 of 196 Days
July 16, 2010

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Thursday, July 15

Seeing Us for What We Will Become
TGIF Today God Is First Volume 1 by Os Hillman
Thursday, July 15 2010

..."The Lord is with you, mighty warrior." Judges 6:12
God always looks at His children for what they will be, not what they are now. The Lord already had seen Gideon as a leader of others, not just a laborer who threshed wheat.
Gideon was an Israelite who lived during a time of oppression from the Midianites. God had allowed Israel to be oppressed because of its rebellion. However, the Israelites cried out to God, and He heard their cry for help. He decided to free them from the oppression of their enemies. God chose a man with little experience in such matters to lead an army against Midian.
When God came to Gideon through a visit by an angel, the angel's first words to him were, "The Lord is with you, mighty warrior." God always looks at His children for what they will be, not what they are now. The Lord had already seen this man as a leader of others, not just a laborer who threshed wheat.
The apostle Paul said, "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength" (Phil. 4:13). God has reserved an inheritance for you and me. He has foreordained that we should accomplish great things in His name-not so that we will be accepted or become more valued, but to experience the reality of a living relationship with a God who wants to demonstrate His power through each of us.
What does God want to accomplish through you today? He used Gideon, with only 300 men, to deliver Israel from an army of more than 100,000. He demonstrated His power through one man who was willing to let God use what little faith he had to free a nation from oppression and bring glory to the God of Israel. The Lord delights in showing Himself strong through those who will trust Him

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God has given my family, ministry, work, friends and school. I know that God wanted me to accomplish something from those mentioned things. I believe that God wanted a total obedience to him. I know that its hard but I ask HIM always to shower me grace and mercy to overcome trials and have victory from those.

I am praying now for my career path for next year...



25 of 196 Days
July 15, 2010

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Tuesday, July 13

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. - Martin Luther King Jr.,

Past. Present. Future

I would like to look back on my past, compel myself that I should do this and that. Remembering my victories and failures did a lot to my present and future. The book of Joshua says Joshua 1:8 This Book of the Law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe and do according to all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall deal wisely and have good success.

Meanwhile, I am deleting messages in my yahoo mail until I came across to the email of my college bes. Hahaha! I found it a joy exchanging thoughts and care to each other. I’d never realized that I’d love to write letters. I sent sms to my bes telling her how I appreciate her.

This is incomplete details.. I will post by tomorrow.

24 of 196 Days
July 13, 2010

Monday, July 12, 2010

Monday, July 12

As the day passed by, I started to feel cold. We seemed to be closed but ironically apart. I really miss the bonding but due to the circumstances I/We opted to be spaced out. We are not talking much but we are hearing the need to be silent. We don’t want to work things out as I appeared.

Now, I am working on research teaching for KKB Education. Tomorrow, I will be at DFA.

I am busy.

23 of 196 Days
July 12, 2010

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Sunday, July 11

I just got a powerful word today in Hebrews 4:12... For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. The pastor emphasized that everyone should take the Word of God seriously.

My prayer that God will prosper our business, bless my business partners Slochin Gragas and Joanna Melissa Lopez.



22 of 196 Days
July 11, 2010

Saturday, July 10, 2010

Saturday, July 10

Just this morning, I dreamt of YAM for the third time. I saw young professionals working for an activity. Everyone is busy doing the ministry of God. I cannot understand why God is revealing YAM in my dreams.

Now, I am reading an article about TGIF “Today God is First” by OS Hillman. The article talks about David in 1 Samuel 16:13 “So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the Lord came upon David in power….”

Has the Spirit of the Lord rested on your life? Can you cite the time when God’s Spirit began demonstrating His power through you?

God wants to do the same in you and me, but He will not allow that Spirit to rest on us if we seek to control outcomes and manipulate out of our need for power. Servant leaders know that they are only a tool in the Master’s hand. They do not value themselves more than they ought. David’s heart was fully the Lord’s. Is your heart fully the Lord’s to do with what He wills?

On the other hand, I can’t wait for 196 days to come, every morning I am counting days to pass by. Oh, how I long to fast forward the present and look at the future but then I can’t… I have to wait patiently and enjoy the present.

Later, Ms. Ailene Atienza and I will be meeting at SM Megamall.


21 of 196 Days
July 10, 2010

Friday, July 9, 2010

Friday, July 9

T.G.I.F. "Thank God its Friday"

Most probably, Friday is one of the most awaited day for the working Professionals. Aside from gimik at night, they are seemingly looking for a rest after Friday. Uhmmm. I guess.

On the other hand, I am carrying a burden in my heart regarding relationship with friends. I am not sure if this is just a feeling or already a stronghold. I started to feel not good whenever I read and hear about something. I am carrying this for a long time. I want to be freed but I do not know how.. Am I too attached? or Am I giving much attention to them? Does this worthwhile? I do not know how to get rid of the situation? I know that I am hurt but I am trying to escape from the situation.. I am holding back..

I am giving myself to resolve this by the end of the month.

Let someone speak to me. Rebuke me. Rebuke Me. Rebuke me.



20 of 196 Days
July 9, 2010

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Thursday, July 8

...but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead... Phil 3:13

A friend had dreamt about me my status in life. In her dream, she saw me wearing executive dress and owner of a firm. I simply smiled while hearing the dream because God is revealing his truest purpose in my life. I know that God is not only speaking to me but also He is speaking to the people around me.

I pray that the dream shall come to pass. I keep on holding on to your promise my Savior and Lord... Phil 3:13.... I am looking to what lies ahead... a greater promise for I will stand for the truth, obey and trust HIM.

Thanks for sharing the dream.

Long and winding Journey ahead..
I am heading towards the PROMISE.

19 of 196 Days
July 8, 2009

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Wednesday, July 7

Tears started to fall in my eyes, I cannot contain but to cry. I wish to be somebody that is free from hurt and pains.

Wipe all my tears, I am listening to YOU.

18 of 196 Days
July 7, 2010

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Tuesday, July 6

What’s in your hand now? How do you feel? Is there anything you need to surrender? Are you happy?

I promise myself to do things that that honor God. As Max Lucado says “If you have no faith in the future, then you have no power in the present. If you have no faith in the life beyond this life, then your present life is going to be powerless. But if you believe in the future and are assured of victory, then there should be a dance in your step and a smile on your face”

I know that there are a lot of things to surrender… I am giving one step at a time, one cry every day, one shout for a change and small faith that can please GOD. My future relies on my present perspective in life, therefore I should cling to God's word and claim his abundant promise.

I should be confident that God already conquered the World and I should claim VICTORY.


Pray hard and Act Now.

1 John 5:4
17 of 196 Days
July 6, 2010

Monday, July 5, 2010

Monday, July 5

Why are you cast down, O my inner self? And why should you moan over me and be disquieted within me? Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him, for I shall yet praise Him, my Help and my God. Psalm 42:5


Joyce Meyer said "God gave you your emotions, so it doesn’t work to ignore them completely. You make a big mistake if you refuse to meet any of your emotional needs"

I know that I am holding my emotions, I am a bit upset and angry.. I hope to be well.
Forgive me Lord for feeling this way. I am wishing that tomorrow will give me anew life and joy within.

I want to be strong.


16 of 196 Days
July 5, 2010

Sunday, July 4

Bunlo Church is my comfort zone. I spent my 3 hours in the place for spiritual feeding and prayer. Though I didnt hear the full message yet the Pastor emphasized the importance of Spiritual Discipline to Christians.

I stayed at home and have a full rest. My family and relatives stayed in the house they went to grandfather's house in Tarlac because lolo is sick.

Thank God for the day!

15 of 196 Days
July 4, 2010

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Saturday, July 3

Tired yet meaningful day! I went to school to file my residency for my MA Degree.

Headed to Luntian Paraiso at Guiguinto Bulacan to attend wedding ceremony of my friend Jean Magcawas. The Pastor shared wisdom about marriage, I realized that its really important to pray for the will of God in my life.. because I will spend the rest of my life with him..

I run out of strength, I will rest now.


14 of 196 Days
July 3, 2010

Friday, July 2, 2010

Friday, July 2

Early in the morning, I went out and signed papers at the house of my mentor Ms. Anne Salaya. Afterwards, I went to my dear cessa’s house for breakfast. I spent time shortly and traveled to Makati. Ces and Cessa had breakfast together at Jollibee with our favorite hotcakes.

Afternoon, I had a set appointment however I wasn’t able to come. I know that this is a missed opportunity yet I believe in my heart that God will bless me with something greater than that. A friend of mine said “if its for me, its for me”. Though, there is gnashing of teeth, I would believe in Jeremiah 29:11, he knows the plan and he has good future for me. I went to restroom to PRAY and asked God for direction. God is re assuring me to trust him.

In the evening, Y-AM will be having a monthly gathering in Ortigas.

Meditating Jeremiah 29:11.

13 of 196 Days
July 2, 2010

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Thursday, July 1

Silent. Silent. Silent.

I dreamed this morning about the prayer meeting. It was attended by several people of different organizations. In the dream, I saw myself praying in unworthiness and people are starring at me. Everyone looked and prayed for me.

I cannot detail everything, I know that God is talking to me...

I speak blessing after blessings for this month of July.

And Favor from God. To HIM be the glory forever.


12 OF 196 Days
July 1, 2010