Last 2020, the whole world came to a stop due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns. For Mr. Tyrone Jasper Reodica, it was a very challenging and difficult time for him as a project-based government staff. Research projects were halted due to restrictions and his salary was delayed and...

Mr. Paulo Mendoza, a former bank appraiser, entered the colorful and tasteful world of baking before the COVID-19 Pandemic. He got the idea for his current business from his wife’s hair salon since its customers often look for something to eat while getting their hair done, especially hair services...

The COVID-19 pandemic indeed affected lives and various establishments, such as small businesses managed by local business owners. It has been a challenge for everyone to keep their businesses fully operational since restrictions such as enhanced community quarantine and total lockdown were implemented for a long period of time....

“Winners are not people who never fail but people who never quit” — Cesar Gutierrez, owner of RJLA Garments Manufacturing RJLA Garments Manufacturing owned by Mr. Cesar Gutierrez is a manufacturer of a wearing apparel located in Barangay I (Poblacion), Alaminos, Laguna. Ever since Gutierrez was a child, he...

As online marketing emerged, many businesses coped with selling their products and services online. Ms. Jennifer Montejo, 37 years old, a resident from the municipality of “Baleng Ganda, Baleng Saya” Liliw, Laguna, owner of Leigh Ann Footwear, is one of them. On 15 March 2020, the Philippine government announced...