More than 10,000 entrepreneurs, startup founders, executives, and business professionals gathered at the recently concluded 18th Philippine SME (PHILSME) Business Expo & Conference, highlighting the continued demand for in-person business networking, learning opportunities, and entrepreneurial collaboration despite the rise of digital platforms and artificial intelligence. Held at the SMX Convention Center Manila under the theme […]
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Can Your Business Be Franchised? GMB Launches CEO Workshop
GMB Franchise Developers has launched the Franchise CEO Workshop, a three-session intensive designed to help Filipino business owners build systems that can scale into franchise brands. The workshop will run on May 23, May 30, and June 6, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the BDO Equitable Tower in Makati City, with enrollment […]
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TikTok Shop Helps Filipino Sellers Post Over 200% Sales Growth in 2025 — What’s Driving the Surge?
TikTok Shop helped drive more than a 200% increase in sales for local sellers in 2025, as Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and creators used live commerce, digital tools, and training programs to grow their businesses nationwide. The platform said the growth was supported by creator partnerships, education initiatives, and collaborations with government […]
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PHILSME Expo Draws 10,000 Visitors, Showcases Inspiring SME Voices
The 17th Philippine SME Business Expo and Conference (PHILSME) Entrepreneur and Franchise Edition, held at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, welcomed 10,000 visitors for two days of learning, inspiration, and meaningful connection for entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). PHILSME CEO and Managing Director Trixie Esguerra-Abrenilla, who led the event, said: “Entrepreneurs came […]
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400,000 Lost! Seaman Mix Jose Shares His Business Failure Story to Inspire Others | Chinkee Tan
In this video, “400,000 Lost! Seaman Shares His Business Failure Story in Interview with Chinkee Tan,” Mix Jose, a seaman, opens up about losing 400,000 pesos in his first business venture. Chinkee Tan dives deep into their conversation, discussing the challenges, lessons learned, and the importance of financial literacy when starting a business. This inspiring […]
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Reviving Hope: How this Business Initiative is Supporting Local Halal Products in Post-Conflict Marawi
Halal products made by the Maranao people will now be given a push forward in the TALES of Marawi project.
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Dubai OFW Russel Baquial teaches fellow Filipinos how to invest, start businesses
Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and passionate entrepreneur, Russel Baquial, is working with her mentor and business partners to help other Filipinos learn more about investment and startup businesses in Dubai.
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Entrepreneur magazine spotlights Filipino startups in Agriculture, Finance technology
Entrepreneur magazine featured four Filipino startups that finance the country’s agriculture and finance technology sectors amidst funding issues.
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6 Ways How to Spot a Good Franchise Business
Many people always ask what is the best franchise business to invest in. Often the basis would be on the price; something affordable and within the range of one’s pocket. There are also those who base their decision on what their neighbor invested in.
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3 Money Habits That Made Rich People Broke
Recently, two people won the 1.2 billion Lotto in our country. If you think that nothing could ever go wrong with your finances because they’re crazy rich right now, think again. Money, when not managed carefully can be just like the sand, it can slip right through your fingertips. There are so many stories of […]
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What Encourages People to Buy Your Product?
Businesses are created to provide products and services, and turn a profit. The main concern of business owners is how to ethically influence consumers to purchase what they offer.
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7 Qualities of Financially Successful People Worth Following
When we know someone who is financially successful, we can’t help but ask ourselves: “How did he do it?” or “What are his secrets?” It’s surely great to get tips from these successful people but we also need to realize that there are more important things that we need to learn from them first, things that go beyond the how-to’s.
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