Ice GodDhez ♥ Blog by Chai Chen @chenmeicai: management

Showing posts with label management. Show all posts

Today, I give you yet another "episode" of this blog's section called Project Dress Code. I've been rather busy with work and life (for real) so these scheduled posts come to you instead. And while I wished to keep this section on a more regular basis; I guess I can do it monthly instead. You've seen my own version of it before: Dress Code Policy: Love It? Hate It? Whatnots? And last June 2013 was the first feature I made - [Project Dress Code] Feature # 1 - Camille Co and Win a Michael Kors Ladies Watch. This July, I give you yet another webisode featuring another blogger who inspired me in my wardrobe choices. While of course I can't match all her style and clothing; her way of dressing has truly given me other options too.

Jessica R. or Jess as she's fondly called, is one of the many fashion bloggers out there who stands out because of style and charm. I first saw her in Lookbook - Hapatime and since then (I think it was early last year, 2012) I started following her looks. I wasn't so keen in following many bloggers here until mid-last year though (when I decided to socialize more from this blog hehe). Then I started following her posts. They are short and sweet and concise but definitely attracts all the attention it needs.

Shop the SheInside Summer Sale & Save 15% Off!

And today, my 2nd feature is up ... Miss Jessica Ricks of Hapatime ...

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |
#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

---

I've been post-less and haven't visited my readers and the blogs I follow these past few days ... lah~ Sorry my dears! Been caught up with a lot ... Today, I'm launching a new feature in this blog and I'm calling it Project Dress Code. I've scheduled this post (and more of the posts to come) and written a while back ... just kept on moving because of other past posts hehehe ... My busy schedule keeps me moving. I've been thinking about this but haven't really blogged about it though, nor share it to you guys until today. You've seen my own version of it before: Dress Code Policy: Love It? Hate It? Whatnots? And now I wish to envision it on others ... So without further ado, I just launched it! LOL. No explanation needed! Haha!

Well, technically, I aim to feature fashion bloggers, celebrities, and even other people who may not be active in the social media world, who have influenced my style.

I live in a corporate environment where image plays a major role and as you may have read more and more in my posts - my past dressing style may either have been too young for my position or too old for my age. There's this balancing act that I always had to portray. It's been rather tough but thanks to these people and inspirations; I was able to pull it off.

This project also aims to share the looks of these people that will fit the office environment where I'm in; hence called "dress code." For a week's time, given the way they dress and style their outfits; which one of those would "fit" in the dress code? So somehow, this also shares my sense of style or how I'd style my looks based on their looks / outfits as well. Truly, filled with inspiration and love for fashion to share! I wish this series to be some-what regular on a weekly basis or a bi-weekly basis. Keeping my fingers crossed (^_^)

And today, my first feature is none other than Camille Co - one of my favorite fashion bloggers in the Philippines; who's also very popular worldwide.

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |
#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

---

As a fashion enthusiast, I'd say I LOVE IT. I ain't saying I'm a fashion expert lah~ So before you bash me or anything - hold that thought now! (^_^)

Being in a work place that follows and upholds dress code policies, it's a bit of a challenge to dress up well. Sometimes, all we want is just to dress comfortable like how we do at home. If only I can splash on my shorts and tank tops; I would. But definitely, I wouldn't. I adhere to the Dress Code and I abide by the rules. I guess I can saw I'm a law-abiding citizen. LOL. While mostly, there are people who'd hate it. I would understand cost implications; style factor; fear of dressing up with a public audience expecting something from you ... and a lot of other reasons. However, there are also quite a few who'd love to dress up; like me. It boosts our self-confidence and it does help ... especially for others. I know I've been a person of influence to some and it's really quite flattering that there are other people who look up to us. And I'm happy I helped them in several ways too; with "dressing up" as part of it.

The art of power dressing! Yes. I definitely encourage that. If you've been following my blog, you'll know in one of my posts why I did sign up for a Lookbook.nu account. From simply sharing my everyday wear, it has become my advocacy to share the art of power dressing to everyone and simply share how I think I can be of influence, to all the girls who run the world out there; who are like me in one way or another - a corporate chic with youthful vibes. Like I said; working in a corporate environment doesn't mean I need to be caught by the fashion police, right? So let's all dress up to express ...

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |
#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

---

Goodbye, Eric!

And just in case you guys are wondering, well, Eric isn't my boyfriend lah! And no, he didn't go missing or something ... He's actually my boss. I can't help but post this here because he's leaving and ... this affects me so much ... because he has touched my life in more ways that he could imagine.

He isn't really that kind of a boss like one of my past bosses whom I fondly called Daddy Jack; from whom I also learned a lot of valuable lessons in life ... and to whom my post A Call To Young Leaders is dedicated to. This time around; I dedicate this post to Eric...

Me and Mr. Eric Petrosevich, Managing Director for Client Services;
with my colleague, Jixy

Sir Eric ... okay I'll be straight ... we just call him Eric because he wants us to veer from the Sirs ... He's very low-profile and he's not the type who bosses around. While we don't agree a lot in many items (you bet, I insist my side a lot too, LOL); in the end, it's the respect that we have for each that prevails and eventually he trusts my business decisions - which also succeeded a number of times (and kept him from reworking my tasks hehe). Initially, we had contentions as he leads and there was resistance on some other factions but he eventually earned that respect from other departments too. I believe he's such an effective leader - that it's too bad and sad that we're letting him go. At first I couldn't understand (like a child whom their dads leave them behind) but as he explained well ... I eventually understood. In fact, I am happy for him now and I just need to accept the fact that he's going to better place where he could lead & help more people like me.

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |
#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

---

I was reading a few of my old articles or blog posts with a friend, and found this from my old blog: A Call To Young Leaders. I'm happy to have shared this to a few of my team members and dear friends as well. I strongly believe in these concepts and I guess, the story that comes with it will be helpful to new and aspiring leaders.

Allow me to repost it here then in my new blog ... After all, I also miss one of my previous bosses, who is the topic of my blog post ... As a manager now, I still look back to these concepts that help me go with my life now ...

Have you tried working in a corporation? Did you like how its management team handled their business decisions? What role did you play in the growth of the company? Did you ever encounter conflict with your supervisor? How did you resolve it? I have thought of these questions as some queries that any interviewer might ask. This is a rather long post (due to conversation pieces and photos ... but I've highlighted good notesdo read the conversation the snippets at each "realization")

I will not be talking about how to ace an interview and get the job you've always dreamed of. In fact, I am writing about someone. Right now, you may think I hate this person and that he has humiliated me so much hence I wanted to talk about him. Haha! Well, read on. This is about ... my boss. This person changed my perspective of the corporate world and he eradicated my views about bosses. He completely shaped my thinking and made me the person I am now. He is really at fault! Yes. This is all his fault! He made me believe what I've already learned ... that there's really a difference between a boss and a leader he has shown me the complete deviation between the two concepts. He is an embodiment of one of them!

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

One of a few good reads I had recently was this article in Yahoo! Beauty Talk entitled 5 Friends Everyone Should Have. This isn't just a beauty blog or teen talk though ...

Kat, Myself, and Jolay - office buddies

I guess it's true enough. As I read the article, there are certain people who came to mind as they definitely fit in the role described in each category. I can't help but laugh as well. Some of them may not like it (as I brand them as such! LOL) but it's an honest-to-goodness realization. They play a very important role in my life ... or have played a very good role in my life indeed, that made me count them as one of the best. And they will continue to be part of my life forever ...

I've met a lot of people already, in various fields. I've had a lot of "best friends" I guess ... wherein when I was a kid, I thought I'd only have one in life. But each person plays a different role in our lives; and these people have touched my life in many ways too, and they're all in different fields altogether ...

Let's start off with my #1 category ... THE AGONY AUNT OR UNCLE and this person is no other than Jolay Esteban ... One reason why she definitely fits in this category is because ... she's either an aunt or an uncle to me as well ... dual purpose (if you get what I mean) ... LOL. Hahaha! Don't hate me Jolay!

Kidding aside, there's more than enough reasons for me to say why she fits this category for me. Allow me to define ...

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

I already promised to write about the other anniversary project right? This is rather late ... So here it is now ...

Initially, our Quezon City Site celebrated the account's 1st Year Anniversary at Dolce Superclub. Our main site of course, in Makati City, did not let the sister site end as glamorous as they did. LOL. And with this, our Makati Site Satellite TV project who turned three (3) held the event at another prestigious place - at Robot Bar & Restaurant Lounge. Let me greet everyone and congratulate everybody for a wonderful job all throughout the years! All this success is not possible if not because of everyone's hard work (ehem, sounds familiar?) Being in a sales program is not easy but it's definitely a fun work environment, especially as we serve a premium account, which is truly a hardcore sales account! Yeah! So Happy 3 Years for us!

We've planned everything in about a month's time but the location didn't come into the picture until the actual week before the set date, due to non-availability of the amenities we prefer from several bars we've pre-selected. And with a Food Tasting Event held in cooperation with the bar management, we've settled for Robot. The food was amazing and that really sold us the thought to hold the event there. And last November 25, 2011, VXI's premier sales account - the main site, our project, has already celebrated its 3rd Year Anniversary.

VXI is a known leader in providing business process and information technology outsourcing offering comprehensive services to its clients. The company specializes in call center and BPO services, software development, quality assurance testing, and infrastructure outsourcing. Headquartered in the United States, VXI employs 10,000 people around the world including locations in China and the Philippines. So how did we celebrate oursuccesses in the business, recognizing the fruits of our employees' hard work? Photo spammage below ...

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

I'm "OC" as other people said and yes I guess I can confirm that! LOL. Obssessive-Compulsive! LOLZ. Is that a disease? Haha.

Belle De Jour Power Planner 2012

My OC-ness is more of me being detail-oriented and I believe I certainly need that trail, or even, "skill" especially with my work in the corporate world. Despite the presence of many smartphones now, I remain "old school" when it comes to my notes' taking. With this, I stick to the old planner type journals like what we normally collect from Starbucks during the holiday season. I used to collect stamps too from Starbucks until I discovered this planner from Belle De Jour. Since then, I believed that this is the best planner for me that perfectly suits my needs. It matches every girls' needs. It doesn't just cater to college students I guess but to young professionals alike. And since I discovered it from a friend, I've been keeping it as my planner for years now.

This time, it's gonna be my fourth year with BDJ Power Planner. For the year 2012, I already ordered my new planner. I love it! There are many reasons why every girl would love it. Allow me to share with you my reasons and why you should start using it too, in case you haven't considered it yet, dear reader!

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

With only one (1) more week to go to close out another project for the other site I support (same program), we were pressed for time to get good deals that will surely make our team happy for the site's anniversary party. The Quezon City Site's celebration was a blast at Dolce Superclub. Of course, for the Makati site, the team wouldn't settle for anything less. And with that, we found this eventful-place that will surely be a big hit (as it is now) for years to come. I'm talking about Robot Restaurant Lounge and our party was scheduled last November 25. Good luck!

Surely, my team of organizers did find other good bars and restaurant's where we all could really party. We scouted several places in the Makati area and the price differences are minimal. We actually were finalizing a deal with one bar at one point but without our executive apporval for that location, we didn't settle for the place. For one, exclusivity is a major consideration and we weren't able to get that in the deal so I had to let go of that other bar.

Thankfully, we found Robot. While it may not have been our first choice from all the lists, after this free food tasting deal we had, we were finally SOLD to the idea of getting their services. Seriously, their FOOD IS HEAVEN! Outside of the party-styled location, free room movement, decent area for drinking, etc. that me and my team have factored in for what we'll get as our final location, the food tops our list as well (considering the hungry pack I have ... LOL ... our sales agents really love foodies!) and Robot bar didn't disappoint us with the selection they presented. And with that, it's more than a DONE DEAL! We closed it out in no time!

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

Last November 17, 2011, one of VXI's premier sales account has celebrated its 1st Year Anniversary at Dolce Superclub, Quezon City. Approximately 200 guests and VIPs have attended the event for this very important milestone. This program is actually an extension program of its pioneer account located in the Makati office; which will then celebrate its 3rd Year milestone this week. I want to take this opportunity to greet everyone and congratulate everybody for a wonderful job all throughout the year. All this success is not possible if not because of everyone's hard work. Being in a sales program is not easy but it's definitely a fun work environment, serving a premium account, which is truly a hardcore sales account.

Everybody surely had a great time! The theme has surely added more juice to it as everyone dressed up as their own music icon walking down the red carpet. Sales consultants, leadership team, support groups, management, and invited guests have all graced the venue in their stunning fashionable outfits, with even some mimicking their favorite stars. The photo wall was a spot on and everyone's participation in the program as a whole was surely a great contribution.

VXI is a known leader in providing business process and information technology outsourcing offering comprehensive services to its clients. The company specializes in call center and BPO services, software development, quality assurance testing, and infrastructure outsourcing. Headquartered in the United States, VXI employs 10,000 people around the world including locations in China and the Philippines. So how does VXI hold parties and celebrate their successes in the business, recognizing the fruits of their employees' hard work? Read on ...

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

I just took the quiz!

Globe Business - What Kind of LEADER Are You?

The @enjoyGLOBE tweet about finding out what type of a leader are you, somehow caught my attention and I just immediately took the quiz - clicked the link from their post and answered right away! While I do know my kind of leadership style, it's still interesting to find out from other resources what style that could be - in terms of their own categories. So I hopped over the page and tried to find out what the fuzz is all about. I have to say, it's really worth-it!

There are several questions that one must answer. It took me just five (5) minutes I guess to finish 'em all. Of course it kinda doubled because I took screenshots so I can blog about it hehe. That's how interested I was ... especially since the prizes at stake include the new Blackberry Bold 9900 and Samsung Nari (and yes, I'm still loyal to my Samsung Galaxy SII). There weren't many questions but I did take them seriously and thought piece by piece how I would react to every situation presented. The results did show a striking resemblance and somehow a confirmation of my style. I guess!

#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

Follow my blog with Bloglovin'

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

---

#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

Texting without touching the phone? Awesome! #SamsungGalaxySII
I personally own one and I have to say, this is the smartest phone, ever! <3

Pinoy Negation Technique by Mikey Bustos Featuring Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

---

This has got to be the grandest event to ever happen in the Philippines' Cosplay Scene every year! I ain't no expert nor am I affiliated with Cosmania organizers. I'm simply a cosplayer who have high hopes and a fan of this spectacular event. Personally, I'd say it's really the best I've ever attended in all conventions I've been at. I am no-newbie in the scene anymore and yet, I am also not a veteran. But my personal experiences in the past events have been my benchmark for what a grand event, and a successful one to be exact, should be. And this is it!

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

Photo by "maskedcrimsonrogue"

I started attending cosplay conventions in 2008. I guess I can say that my first "official convention" could be Cosplay Mania 2008 where I debuted my Lili Rochefort cosplay, a first as well - or sort of hehe. I could say it was a success. I enjoyed the event. I went with my sister Zhong that time, and a highschool friend, Vander, who also loves anime and games and cons like that. That was also where I met notable individuals in the cosplay scene and have made friends with them; Ate Jac, Gene, Homer (who was Paul Phoenix from Tekken as well); Cykah, and of course, my cosplay sister Naoko... and many more! A lot of people were also mistaken though ... and they kept calling me Alodia ... not that I look like her or anything but because we cosplayed a similar character I guess. Well, she's already a star haha. I'm flattered! LOL.

More photos of me and these amazing people at my MULTIPLY ALBUM (yes I still keep that site for photo stocks hehe):
http://chenmeicai.multiply.com/photos/album/8/Cosplaymania_2008

The event was really fun. That was my first real "catwalk" as well. As awkward as it may seem, I guess I can say I am honored that it was even featured in ABS-CBN's then show, The PROBE Team. Full cosplay videos are available at my Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/chenmeicai. (^_^) Credits to http://www.youtube.com/matrixshino for keeping a copy of this vid. Here it is ... go check it out ...

#phchurpchurp is the newest social media community!

Texting without touching the phone? Awesome! #SamsungGalaxySII
I personally own one and I have to say, this is the smartest phone, ever! <3
Pinoy Negation Technique by Mikey Bustos Featuring Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

---

I am not really a fan of burgers. I mostly settle with pasta, chicken and salad most of the time. Or, some Chinese/Japanese cuisine servings. I find burgers unhealthy. LOL. Recently, I'm trying to get on a fruits and water diet. Eating burgers then is not in my eating list anytime soon. However, when this store opened nearby my workplace, I decided to check it out, together with some friends and colleagues. That branch has been open for quite some time now (a few weeks I guess) though I haven't really tried their food until recently.

The facade looks enticing though and their location seems really cozy. Although the location looks like it may need more marketing efforts since it's not yet too noticeable, I'd say it's worth paying a visit especially once you've checked out their menu. Currently, they're running a promotion wherein if you order their selected menu offers, you'll get free chips and iced tea with it. They call it the FREEBIE STORM. It looks pretty yummy and enticing!

| Click to Blogsvertise | Got Ad? Go click! |

What is it to become a Team Leader? Or maybe, a better question is, who is a team leader?

We can come up with a lot of terms synonymous to this. Corporate entities normally call it as a "Team Leader" position. Other companies also call it in a similar fashion: Supervisor, Team Manager, Team Manager, Unit Lead, Officer-in-Charge, Team Support, Team Specialist, etc ... Regardless of the term, what's more important is the quality of the person holding that position. When I say "quality," I believe I'm already alluding it to the characteristics, personality, and the overall composition.

Unfortunately, while the title is overly attractive, not all people are qualified for the post. Moreover, the role. There's a difference between the duties & responsibilities vs. the position title; and not everybody understands that.

In the corporate setting where I am in, I am no longer surprised that this is also very evident. I am not exposed to business practices outside the BPO industry. I only get information about them (i.e. Food, Apparel, Manufacturing, etc.) from the web and magazines. Little did I know, it could be much worse ... the BPO industry's flock of Sups are even better! No offense intended to the sups in other industry though. Or maybe, I'm just using the corporate-setting standard. Nevertheless, I guess regardless of the industry where we belong, the core values of a "TL" (dubbed abbreviation of Team Leader) never changes. And yet, they aren't present in what I observed.

I've observed in a number of restaurants, fast food chains, and similar industries that so-called SUPERVISORS nag at their crew. Not that I'm generalizing all of them; I'm just simply stating that this is what I've observed. My most recent encounter was yesterday; and it ain't any better.

#ATTENTION DEAR READERS / FOLLOWERS

Due to recent news that Google Reader is retiring by July 1, 2013; this means I may not be able to follow the feeds of the blogs I currently follow / read. Same thing with my readers. So to keep up with each other's updates, kindly follow me back on these other alternatives.

Thank you very much! I promise to do the same to fellow bloggers I'm currently connected with. (^_^) Just let me know my dears!

And if you wish to FOLLOW EACH OTHER, please read this post first to know my views about it.

My Thoughts on Follow Each Other Requests

If you're one of those I used to follow but now I'm no longer following you, either your blog was changed to private; no longer existing; or simply because you fall in those categories I mentioned in this article. Sorry but I wish to keep a friendly group and remain true with my blogging principles. Thank you.