There’s a reward for everyone with Maya’s latest Tipid Hits!

All-in-one money app Maya makes everyday shopping more fun and exciting with Tipid Hits! There is always a thrill in getting good rewards and great deals, and this is exactly what you’ll enjoy when you use Maya when paying for your essentials or even for your much-needed self-care treat.

Tipid Hits covers a series of cashback rewards and promos for your everyday spending. So whenever you are paying for your bills, or treating yourself to a good meal, there’s always a reward waiting for you when you pay with Maya. Here are just some of the ways you can take advantage of these Tipid Hits this July!

Newbie Hits

If you are new to Maya, you can get up to P100 on your first week upon sign-up! This includes an instant P20 when you sign up, and P80 when you upgrade and do your first transaction.

And if you help your family and friends to join Maya, upgrade their account, and complete their first transaction, you get up to P3,000! You can enjoy P100 for every referral, capped at 15 referrals per month. If you reach this number, you get an additional P1,500 on top of your accumulated earnings—which goes all the way up to P3,000!

Adulting Hits

Adulting doesn’t have to be so tough, especially with deals to make bills payment or even cashing in a bit more sulit. If you’re paying for any bill with Maya for the first time, you will get P50 cashback, plus a raffle entry to become one of the 50 Maya users who will only have to pay P1 for your bill. If you win, the rest of the bill amount will be refunded to your account, capped at P5,000.

If you’re paying government dues for PAG-IBIG, SSS, or NHMFC for the first time with Maya, you can get up to P100 cashback – P50 on your first bill, and another P50 on your second bill.

Sending allowance to your siblings or simply pitching in for your lunch out with officemates? Do it with Maya and get up to P150 cashback! You get a P50 cashback for sending at least P3,000 for the first time. Continue sending P1,000 to 10 different Maya users and get an additional P10 reward for each transaction. Now you have an extra budget for a nice milk tea treat for completing your adulting duties!

To top it all off, you can enjoy FREE cash in, or zero service fees, at any of the 63,000 Maya Centers nationwide. This way, you only spend on things that matter to you, and take advantage of exciting deals at that!

Reloaded Hits

Get the most bang for your buck when you’re loading up your data bundles or leveling up your game with Maya!

When you buy P100 worth of data bundles from the Maya Shop, you get P100 worth of Razer Gold codes to amp up your game. And speaking of gaming, you can enjoy 20% cashback when you reach an accumulated spend of P500 on gaming items from the Maya Shop, and 100% cashback when you buy load for the first time on Shop.

Meanwhile, you can enjoy a 6% cashback when you buy at least P300 worth of load this July. When you spend a total of P3,000 on load by July 20, you’ll also get an additional 20% cashback on your additional load purchases from July 24-31.

Buying load via Maya also gives you the chance to be one of 25 weekly winners of P1,000, and one of two grand prize winners of P500,000 at the end of the promo this month!

Self-Care Hits

And of course, Maya makes shopping for yourself guilt-free and rewarding with its Self-Care Hits.

Going on a food trip? Enjoy these exclusive deals with Maya! Get 30% off on Regular or Large a la carte Pan Pizza and Stuffed Crust Pizzas for your dine-in, take-out, and delivery orders at Pizza Hut. If you’re craving some Chinese food, get P50 cashback for a minimum spend of P500 when you pay via Maya QR or with your Maya number at Harbour City Dimsum, Dimsum Break, Ding How, Ding Qua Qua or iwantdimsum.com. For quick eats, visit Taco Bell and for every purchase worth at least P450, you can get a free order of Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes. To cap it off, end your meals with a sweet treat from Dairy Queen, and save P100 when you buy their 8-inch cakes!

Taking a well-deserved break is a breeze – especially with Tipid Hits, just for you. Get 7% off of your stay when you book at Agoda via Maya and use the code “MAYA7JUL” until September 14. You can also enjoy 15% off on your booking at RedDoorz when you pay via Maya until December 31.

Weekend Hits

As an added bonus, we're making your weekends more exciting too with exclusive deals that are available on Saturdays and Sundays, until July 31! You can get an instant 30% cashback max of P500, when you spend at least P300 at McDonald’s, SM Store, LCC Supermarket, LCC Department Store, and Gaisano Brothers Malls via your Maya QR or Maya-registered mobile number.

“With Tipid Hits, we want Maya users to enjoy the best value for their money – especially for their everyday purchases. From the moment they sign up and each time they refer, cash in, send money, pay bills, reload, buy gaming items, and shop with our partner merchants, they are able to get a little something in return which can accumulate to huge savings or even exciting prizes,” said Pepe Torres, Maya Chief Marketing Officer. “All they need to do is complete their everyday transactions with Maya and reap the rewards on top of overall seamless experience from using an all-in-one money app.”

For more information and updates from the country’s all-in-one money platform, visit maya.ph and follow Maya Official on Facebook.

Here’s how you can prepare for your kids going back to school, just like hands-on mom Mariel Padilla

Mariel Padilla is not just one of the loveliest faces in showbusiness. She is also a wife to Senator Robin Padilla and mom to two lovely girls. The actress, TV host, cooking enthusiast, influencer, brand ambassador and entrepreneur describes herself as ä hands on wife, mom and homemaker.”

On July 15, catch Mariel’s LazLive event at 6:30pm where she will talk about her favorites from Clorox, Glad, Pine-sol and Prestone and how they can make moms’ back-to-school preparations more seamless and hassle-free. Find out how you can get 20% off at The Clorox Company store on Lazmall (https://www.lazada.com.ph/shop/the-clorox-company/?path=index.htm) from July 15-17.

“I would love to share what my must-haves are from Clorox, Glad and Pine-sol when it comes to cleaning and tidying up. Prestone, of course, is also important because it makes sure the car is in tip-top shape for hatid-sundo to and from school, I really trust Clorox, Glad, Prestone and Pine-sol to help me run our home more efficiently and to make sure my family is always happy and safe,” said Mariel, who disclosed that Clorox Disinfecting Wipes is one of her must-haves.

Mariel is very fastidious and meticulous when it comes to cleaning because she wants her family to always be healthy. Aside from the Clorox Expert Disinfecting Wipes, Mariel also likes the Prestone Disinfecting Car Wipes, which kills 99.9% of bacteria in your car; Pine-sol Multi-purpose Cleaner, which is best for cleaning floors; Clorox Clean-up Cleaner Spray, which is great for removing stubborn bathroom stains; Glad Sandwich Bags, which are lunch box indispensables; and Glad Mini Cling Wrap, which help keep kids’baon fresh for a longer period of time.

The Clorox Company is the top five most trusted brands in the US and was named as the 2021 Safer Choice Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Clorox is made up of diverse brands, including Clorox, Glad, Prestone and Pine-sol , that have been sold in more than 100 countries for more than 100 years.

Make sure to tune in to Mariel Padilla’s LazLive on July 15 at 6:30pm to find out more about Clorox’s best products for hands-on moms who want to make sure their kids are ready for face-to-face school!

The promo is only applicable for online purchases from the official brand store in Lazada and not for on-site purchases. For more information, go to The Clorox Company on Lazmall and follow the brands’ Instagram accounts: @cloroxph, @prestoneph, and @gladkitchenph.

P&G’s "people-first" approach to flexible work set up

Procter & Gamble (P&G) Philippines, whose portfolio has been trusted over the years for its premium health care, home care, beauty, and grooming products, continues to be a great place to work as it prioritizes employees’ wellbeing for a smooth transition to return to the office safely

As our country recovers from the ongoing pandemic, government alert levels have been reduced to lessen remaining economic restrictions and allow recovery in economic growth. This prompted some companies to return to their offices.

Working in a physical office has benefits for both employees and companies: it allows for better coaching or mentoring, especially for the new hires, and more focused productivity and optimized collaboration in creating innovative ideas. However, there are also benefits from giving employees more flexibility to manage their time between work and personal lives which is something that P&G recognizes. P&G pioneered flexible working arrangements and working from home since the early 2000s and now since the pandemic, has established stricter safety protocols and procedures in their offices to safeguard everyone’s wellbeing towards a better normal..

“Returning to work at our offices is a positive step to ensuring we maintain our collaborative workplace culture. It gives our employees a chance to interact in person again and re-establish connections with teams and colleagues through face-to-face meetings and conversations,” Vince Dizon, P&G’s Country Human Resources Leader shared.

People-first approach

Recognizing that employees may have varying needs, P&G first conducted an employee survey and carefully assessed each employee’s personal situations. For example, some employees are currently living with family members who are more vulnerable to the virus, others may have already relocated away from the city to their hometowns or have children enrolled in distance schooling who require their assistance.

"While we are excited to open our doors, we also planned this carefully with employees as our top priority. In addition to ensuring that everyone is safe from the virus with all required measures in place, we also ensured that our employees will continue to have the flexibility and assistance through our programs, policies and benefits to help them navigate the ever-changing new normal,” Vince added.

The company allowed employees to coordinate their chosen days to work in the office independently, or as a team to maximize efficiency and allow a more intentional and productive outcome.

Transitions were phased to assure the safety of each employee, providing office safety training, establishing guidance on contact tracing and standard disinfection protocols in the event of an identified COVID case, and guaranteeing everyone’s physical safety in the office, including regular disinfection of workstation and available sanitizers, and adequate ventilation. Teleconsultation continues to be available for all P&G employees who are in need of medical attention, as well as medical advice and proper protocols in the event of infection.

P&G also partnered with Mindscapes, SafeSpace, and In Touch Philippines for online, and over-the-phone mental and emotional support, on top of their Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which is a 24-hour free and confidential access to advice on financial, emotional, legal and other matters that may affect the employees personally. Moreover, the company provided all of its employees with return to office kits that included P&G manufactured medical grade face masks, insulated reusable cups, personal utensils, and P&G hygiene products that employees could use while working in the office.

“As the world recovers from the pandemic, we will continue to remain vigilant to ensure everyone’s health and safety including mental and emotional health,” said Vince.

For more information, visit http://www.pg.com 

Save Philippine Seas, Coca-Cola Philippines team up again to support community-based solutions on plastic waste

Application for 4th Reimagine Recycling is extended until July 22!

Reimagine Recycling, an annual program that aims to scale plastic waste solutions and promote a circular economy, is calling on individuals and groups that currently implement community-based plastic waste solution programs to submit proposals that it can support with up to PhP 500,000 grant funding. Deadline for submission of entries is extended until July 22, 2022.

Now on its fourth year, Reimagine Recycling is a project of Save Philippine Seas and Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines that aims to help those with existing projects on preventing waste leakage in rivers and seas, mainstreaming gender sensitivity in waste management and improving the welfare of informal waste sector expand their projects through capacity building workshops on stakeholder management, communications, and business models, mentoring and financial grant funding.

“At Coca-Cola, we believe in the power of partnerships to help address the global plastic waste issue. By partnering with Save Philippine Seas and supporting entrepreneurs to expand and scale their existing solutions that promote a circular economy, we are also strengthening our commitment to achieve our global goal of a World Without Waste,” said Tony del Rosario, President of Coca-Cola Philippines and VP for Coca-Cola Franchise Operations in the East Region (Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Philippines).

In 2018, The Coca-Cola Company, through its World Without Waste vision, announced its global goal to collect and recycle the equivalent of every bottle and can it sells by 2030. In the Philippines, Coca-Cola is set to open this year PETValue, the first bottle-to-bottle recycling facility in the country. PETValue is a joint venture between Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines Inc. and Indorama Ventures, a global leader in packaging solutions and green technology.

“Consistent with our resolve to help uplift the lives of the communities that we serve, the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines is delighted to work with Save Philippine Seas in providing opportunities for Filipinos, especially those who are part of the waste collection value-chain, to improve their lives while helping solve the plastic waste issue in the country,” said Cecile Alcantara, Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines President.

“We’re proud to see how last year’s Reimagine Recycling grantees have been able to grow their initiatives through the resources and mentorship of the program. We are excited to look for more initiatives that we can support and help scale,” said Anna Oposa, Executive Director of Save Philippine Seas.

This year, Reimagine Recycling will also include the special participation of Tetra Pak (Philippines) Inc.

Eligibility

To qualify, proposals must be submitted by organizations, associations, or groups with established and ongoing projects that aim to improve the welfare of those in the waste management sector, especially in coastal communities; promote gender mainstreaming in the waste management sector; and prevent waste from going into rivers and marine ecosystems. Projects must be in existence for at least six (6) months by July 2022.

Proposals may be submitted by private entities (including startups and social enterprises), civil society organizations, or academic institutions.

Examples of proposals that would be considered are as follows:

· Low-cost technology to recycle/upcycle plastics

· Digital platforms that improve transparency and traceability in waste collection

· Digital platforms for citizen science projects

· Equipment to collect river- or ocean-bound waste

· Incentive programs for informal waste pickers

· Monitoring or reporting tool for waste collection/recycling rates

Out of the proposals received, 15 entries will be selected to receive capacity-building workshops and mentoring in the areas of stakeholder management, communications, and business models. Out of the 15 shortlisted entries, winners will be selected this year to receive up to PhP500,000 each to expand and scale their projects.

For more information about the program and submission of entries, review the FAQs at www.savephilippineseas.org/faq-reimagine-recycling or send an email to rr@savephilippineseas.org.

ABOUT SAVE PHILIPPINE SEAS

As the world's second largest archipelago with over 7,100 islands, Filipinos depend on the sea for livelihood, food, tourism, economy, and ultimately, our lives. Environmental conservation shouldn't be limited to NGO workers and researchers-- it should be accessible, relatable, and part of our lifestyles. Save Philippine Seas (SPS) aims to narrow the gap between scientists and the general public, the old and young, and the passionate and indifferent by mobilizing seatizen-led initiatives that are empowering Filipinos towards collective action and behavior change.

ABOUT COCA-COLA PHILIPPINES

Coca-Cola has been refreshing Filipinos and making a difference in the Philippines for 109 years. The Philippines was Coca-Cola’s first market in Asia to begin local bottling operations. Today, the Coca-Cola system in the Philippines has evolved into a total beverage company, offering a diverse portfolio of brands in its beverage portfolio and employing over 15,000 Filipinos in over 19 manufacturing facilities and more than 60 distribution centers nationwide. As part of its long-standing commitment to the country, Coca-Cola continues to go beyond good as a business by continuously supporting safe water access programs in over 250 communities, empowering around 250,000 women entrepreneurs through training and peer mentoring, and accelerating packaging collection and recycling under its global World Without Waste initiative.

Live the ultimate modeling experience with SHEIN’s #beSHEINmodels Challenge

SHEIN is giving fans a shot to live the ultimate modeling experience with its #beSHEINmodels Challenge. Starting July 15th, aspiring models can join the Challenge for the opportunity of a lifetime to kickstart a career in modeling.

SHEIN’s reputation has always been interconnected with the modeling industry. The brand has had numerous collaborations with the big-name designers of the fashion industry and, recently, an exclusive lookbook collection with supermodel Maureen Wroblewitz.

SHEIN believes that everyone should be empowered to embrace who they are and express themselves boldly through fashion, regardless of shape, color, or size. With 6,000 new products daily, SHEIN delivers affordable, comfortable, and stylish designs to give you that confidence booster for any occasion.

Own The Digital Runway with the #beSHEINmodels Challenge

Everyone has a chance to be a model with the #beSHEINmodels Challenge. To enter the contest, participants must apply the official #beSHEINmodels branded filter to their entry video. The filter is specially designed to look like a magazine cover for participants to channel their inner model and use that edge to earn a shot at taking home up to ₱50,000 worth of SHEIN gift cards. They will also get the opportunity to be the face of SHEIN in TV commercials, lookbook shoots, livestreams, and exclusive event invites.

To take part in the #beSHEINmodels Challenge:Upload a video on TikTok with the #beSHEINmodels branded filter applied

Add the hashtags #beSHEINmodels and #SHEINforall in the captions

Follow and tag @shein_ph in the entry video

The contest will run from July 15-17, 2022 and is open to all Filipino residents aged 18 years and above.

Mark Your Calendars for ShopeePay Day: Send Money and win over 1M worth of prizes and more

On July 16, send money and win up to Php 1M, buy P100 load for only P1, and get bills cashback when you use ShopeePay.

ShopeePay is making saving easier for everyone! With features that allow you to send money for free, buy discounted load, earn bills payment cashback, and more, Shopee’s integrated mobile wallet definitely enables you to have greater cost savings with every payment and transaction. To top it off, users have something exciting to look forward to as ShopeePay Day kicks off on July 16. Watch out for exciting promos and rewards when you use ShopeePay every 16th of the month!

Enjoy rewards and huge prizes when you send money for free

Stand a chance to win up to ₱1M worth of prizes with Happy Hour Plus. To join, simply transfer a minimum of ₱50 to any ShopeePay user and play the lucky draw to win up to 7,000 coins per hour. Send money as many times as you like to get more chances of winning! Do not worry about additional fees because sending money to any bank, e-wallet, or Shopee user is free with ShopeePay.

Still looking for more rewards? On July 15 and 16, verify your ShopeePay wallet and send money for the first time to get Free Money. Lucky users who will send money to 100 friends via ShopeePay Ang Pao on July 15 to 16 can also earn ₱500.

Save on fees and receive cashback when you cash in

From July 13 to July 18, receive up to ₱50 cashback when you cash in with InstaPay (minimum cash-in of ₱1,000). Earn up to 100 Shopee coins when you cash in at least ₱1,000 during Happy Hour.

Get exclusive discounts for bills and load

For those looking to get more value for their hard-earned money, especially after payday, ShopeePay is also offering cost-saving deals for necessities like ₱100 worth of load for only ₱1 and up to 100% cashback on bill payments this July 16.

Don’t miss out on all these rewards. Not yet a ShopeePay user? Activate and verify your ShopeePay wallet in time for ShopeePay Day. Here’s how:

To learn more about ShopeePay, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. Follow ShopeePay’s Instagram and Facebook pages to be updated with the latest promos.

Home Credit announces Moira dela Torre as the official ambassador for Para sa Life campaign

Home Credit ambassador Moira dela Torre believes Home Credit can help elevate Filipinos’ lives

Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the country’s leading consumer finance company, introduced singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre as the brand’s ambassador for its “Para sa Life” campaign that aims to share a message of hope for a better life for Filipinos.

Moira, the most-streamed Filipina artist for bigness, performed the theme song “Para Sa Life” of Home Credit campaign video.

“I loved it. It was so special to me,” Moira said, pertaining to the song. “I’m glad that Home Credit gives me the opportunity to be their ambassador so I can give voice to that wonderful song to inspire more Filipinos,” she added.

The singer-songwriter behind the hit songs “Malaya,” “Tagpuan,” and many more believes that Home Credit’s new campaign can touch the hearts of millions of Filipinos.

“I really love that Home Credit allows us to have somebody to rely on. Back in college, I really wanted to buy a microwave for myself since I was living alone. But I knew that it was impossible for me to get one since I couldn’t afford it in cash,” Moira said laughing.

“Now, I love that Home Credit provides us the accessibility to purchase the things we need in life while giving us the flexibility in our payment terms. And I’m happy that someone out there, who I once was like, can now buy their microwave because of Home Credit,” Moira added.

This campaign of Home Credit aims to inspire more Filipinos, be it the young professionals, couples starting a family, and those who have already established their lives — to pursue their life’s dreams, Para sa Life.

Bringing Home Credit Closer, Relatable to Filipinos

Sheila Paul, HCPH’s Chief Marketing Officer, expressed her delight in the song being an inspiration to individuals who aspire financial stability.

“This new song of Home Credit encapsulates the brand’s promise of companionship through the use of our easily accessible and affordable financial products for our Filipino consumers. Also, the song relays that Home Credit is ideal for young families and starting individuals who aspire to establish their lifelong plans and helping them turn small dreams into reality,” she shared.

Homonym, an agency specializing in sonic branding and end-to-end music and audio marketing solutions, helped Home Credit’s “Para sa Life” campaign with an effective combination of sight and sounds.

“Marketing strategies have turned to visual messaging these past two years and now, marketers are on the lookout to explore other senses that can work. This is where Sonic Branding comes in. It is a strategic, purposeful and consistent use of sound and music in branding and marketing to shape perception and behavior,” said Homonym founder and chief executive Mike Constantino.

By using studies that provide insight into the music habits of Filipino consumers, Homonym was able to determine Home Credit’s brand essence and fine-tuned it with the preferences of the target market to produce a melody that portrays a positive vibe and the feeling of trust and respect.

“Sight targets the brain while sound targets emotions thus eliciting feelings. By creating that emotional connection with the brand’s own signature sound, it will create a long-lasting effect on the target audience and increase familiarity with the brand,” he added.

Paul believed that tapping Homonym in the campaign made Filipinos relate to the message Home Credit wanted to convey.

“As a reliable financial partner of Filipinos, Home Credit has a greater mission of helping its consumers better manage their finances and promote financial inclusion. With music as a huge part of our lives, we at Home Credit saw the value of building our sonic identity and communicating our messages through music to make more people relate to the message of hope and trust that we are trying to convey,” said Paul.

Check out the official music video of Moira dela Torre for Home Credit's "Para sa Life" campaign by visiting the brand's official Facebook and YouTube accounts.

CHERRY to hold its second Cherryfic Warehouse Sale

Enjoy Up to 80% Discount from July 14-24, 2022

Following the successful launch of The Cherryfic Warehouse Sale, it’s once again here for its second year! Prepare your carts for this much-awaited comeback on July 14-24, 2022 exclusively at Cherry Shop PH. Now is your chance to score the most sought-after devices from Cherry Mobile, Cherry Home, Cherry Essentials, and Cherry Pet without breaking the bank.

Choose from a wide selection of Cherry Mobile handsets with basic phones starting at P250 and smartphones for as low as P500! And, just in time for the next opening of classes, score mobile tablets as early as now with just P1,000 on hand. Further, the brand’s newest 5G series are available with extra freebies. Get more for the same affordable price tags, only P11,999 for the Cherry Mobile Aqua SV and P7,999 for the Cherry Mobile Aqua S10 Pro 5G.

Also, grab the chance to revamp your living space by copping Cherry Home products at even better value. Turn your home into a smart one with IoT products for as low as P380. Meanwhile, non-smart products are available for as low as P250, and New Normal essentials likewise carry much more affordable price tags starting from P200.

These jaw-dropping deals are for the furmily too. Spoil them with Cherry Pet products available for just P3,520.

An added good news to those who are looking into purchasing this coming The Cherryfic Warehouse Sale, the devices that you will check out from your cart are entitled to a 60-day warranty starting from the date of purchase (terms and conditions shall apply)

Hurry! Snap up cartloads of CHERRY products by visiting this link starting July 14 to 24, 2022:

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Shopee sellers share two major tips on how they were able to build a successful business online

With inflation rising and economic recession looming, it may seem difficult for aspiring entrepreneurs to invest in an online business. Despite the economic situation and the challenges it poses, Davao-based Shopee sellers Shiela Reyes-Lao and Lou Putian prove that one can still manage to start an online business and become successful.

In a recent face-to-face event held by Shopee for Davao-based entrepreneurs, both sellers shared how easy it was to join and grow their businesses on Shopee, even in the face of economic uncertainty.

Tip #1: Just go online, digitize your business

SY Glow Cosmetics owner Lou Putian’s e-commerce journey started when her husband, an Overseas Filipino Worker, was sent home in 2020. “We had little to no income at the time. To continue paying our bills, I started selling bath and body care essentials haphazardly online until some of my loyal customers urged me to set up a Shopee store,” she shared.

In just 2 months after creating an account and learning how to market her products through the platform, her sales greatly increased. “From barely making ends meet then, I’ve now been able to fulfill my dream of purchasing houses for family members and even establishing my own warehouse,” she added.

Meanwhile, Shiela of Cacao Culture, already joined Shopee in 2017. However, she and her team only focused their efforts on the platform after the pandemic affected their operations. “Initially, our Shopee account was only meant to supplement our retail store sales. But when the pandemic hit, we were forced to close down our physical stores and outlets—prompting us to refocus our efforts on e-commerce,” she shared.

Since making the leap to e-commerce, Shiela grew her sales volume 7x. Cacao Culture’s growth and visibility on the platform also encouraged Shiela and her team to carry more Davao-based cacao brands and sell them nationwide.

Tip #2: Maximize Shopee’s convenience, seller tools, and nationwide logistics network

Besides the need to shift to a new income stream, what drew both sellers to Shopee was how easy it was to onboard into and sell on the platform. “With Shopee, all you need is a mobile phone and internet connection,” shared Lou. “The convenience that Shopee offers allows entrepreneurs like me to manage my own business and care for my family, all from the comfort of my own home.”

Having benefited from the seamless Shopee experience to easily bring sellers online, Shiela also highlighted that growing and sustaining one’s business is another story and different kind of challenge. Fortunately, Shopee offers tools like insights and marketing solutions to help sellers further their business growth and visibility. Moreover, Shopee’s continuous logistics expansion nationwide also allows sellers like Shiela to reach more customers.

“As a Davao-based seller, I found it challenging to sell my products online and attract more buyers at the beginning. Through Shopee’s establishment of more hubs in Mindanao and the tools on the platform’s Marketing Center, I was able to attract more customers nationwide by setting up promotions, discounts, and vouchers,” she said.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines said, “It is heartwarming to hear Lou and Shiela’s success stories as it is a testament to what sellers are capable of achieving on Shopee’s platform. Through seller education activities, continuous advancement of platform features, nationwide hub expansion, and other initiatives, we strengthen our commitment to deliver a safe and convenient online shopping experience for both our customers and sellers, no matter where they are in the Philippines.”

If you want to grow your business online and enjoy the numerous benefits of e-commerce, start your online selling journey with Shopee today. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Home Credit’s Health Secure offers year-round protection against COVID-19 and vaccine side effects

 Health Secure is Home Credit’s latest addition to its protection initiatives covering personal accidents, COVID-19 and vaccine-related complications

As the threat of surge in COVID-19 cases remains, leading consumer finance company and digital financial service provider Home Credit Philippines (HCPH) launches Health Secure with COVID-19 coverage. This latest addition to Home Credit Protect’s wide array of products reiterates the company’s commitment to advocating proactive measures to keep its customers safe and protected.

Health Secure offers protection not only for personal accidents resulting in dismemberment, disability and death but also for COVID-19-related complications, including vaccine side effects. For only PHP 1,212, you can get 12 months of comprehensive COVID-19 coverage, which can easily be availed through the My Home Credit app and paid through Home Credit Pay.

This latest addition to HCPH’s protection initiatives offers PHP200,000 for coma cases, PHP20,000 for medical expenses and PHP500 per day for hospitalization for a maximum of 30 days. It also offers PHP30,000 that covers personal accidents.

Health Secure is also one of the very few insurance plans offering protection against the FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine side effects covering PHP100,000 for coma cases, PHP10,000 for medical expenses and up to PHP1,000 per day for hospitalization for a maximum of 14 days. Insurable age ranges from 1 year to 65 years old, given that the insured have not traveled to DOH-declared high-risk countries 14 days prior to the insurance effectivity date.

“We hope more Filipinos appreciate the value of insurance. An insurance coverage that puts a premium on protecting Filipinos against the most imminent threat to our health, the COVID-19, is not only timely but also very proactive. Health Secure is our way of encouraging Filipinos to appreciate health insurance and protect themselves and their families by securing their health, future and financial stability,” shares HCPH Chief Marketing Officer Sheila Paul.

Home Credit Protect, the most affordable device insurance

Unexpected expenses are not limited to medical emergencies. Accidentally cracking your tablet screen or pouring water on laptop keyboard requires immediate repairs. With gadgets such as phones, laptops and tablets being everyday life partners, they, too, need protection to ensure they can continue fulfilling their intended use.

To help you make the most of their gadgets, HCPH is offering the Home Credit Protect (HCProtect) to give Home Credit-financed gadgets the protection they need at less cost. It enables hassle-free device repair and replacement in the event of accidental breakage, liquid damage or cracked screen.

You can choose from different coverage plans such as one-year or two-year accidental damage and liquid damage and accidental damage plus extended warranty for two years and cracked screen coverage.

Safe and secure application and approval of the insurance can be accomplished through the My Home Credit app. Simply choose an item you want to protect, select a plan, and fill out the application form. Then pay online or in cash at over 10,000 HCPH partner stores nationwide. You can get HCProtect upon your loan application for gadgets or within 14 days of purchasing a Home Credit-financed device. If you have a device without a protection plan, you can still avail the insurance as long as you do not have a pending or rejected HCProtect application in the last three months.

Backed by bolttech, the world's largest technology-enabled insurance exchange, you are not only ensured of secure payment transactions but also of simplified processes. You may avail the insurance for only 12 percent of the gadget’s price and likewise pay in installments.

Claiming is also easier and more convenient with Home Credit’s 24/7 customer service. Simply call HCPH customer service at (02) 7753 5711 or message its official Facebook and Twitter accounts. You can also notify bolttech by registering on its online portal or calling its customer service hotline.

“At Home Credit, we do not just provide convenient ways for Filipinos to afford gadgets. We offer them ways to live a more comfortable life by giving them assurance that their gadgets will be protected so that they can then focus on the more important things and continue doing their work conveniently,” shares Paul.

Don’t know your way around the kitchen? This quick-and-easy Cheeseburger Sliders recipe will unearth the chef in you

Food is a universal language. It transcends time, cultures, and borders. It speaks volumes about love, kindness, gratitude, and empathy. Without fail, it brings people together and gives us life in more ways than we can imagine.

When it comes to cooking, though, not many people are gifted. Couple that up with the demands of a fast-paced urban lifestyle, and more often than not, learning the joyous art of cooking often ends up taking the backseat.

Lucky for you, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) brings The Good Eats — a series of easy-to-do and easy-to-follow recipes that helps food enthusiasts of little to no cooking experience find their way around the kitchen.

First up on their premiere episode are Cheeseburger Sliders, especially made for bachelors and gents alike. Whether you’re on for a date night with someone special, or you’re hosting a weekend party with the gang, this recipe will, without a doubt, get you all the compliments you deserve. After all, what’s manlier than juicy, perfectly seared patties, elegantly tucked in crisp slices of cheese?

Setting the scene for the bachelor edition of The Good Eats is Air Residences in Ayala Avenue, Makati City. With sleek interiors, streamlined architecture, first-class amenities, and an enviable aura of success and influence, nothing says ‘tasteful’ like an Air Residences address.

Secret’s out! Only on The Official SMDC Youtube Channel.

OPPO introduces its latest A57, made to keep up with your lifestyle and your budget

For fresh grads and young professionals, you have always been on the lookout for value-for-money investments- from clothing and accessories, to gadgets and experiences. Especially as most are just starting out in your career, you want to finally enjoy what the hard-earned money can give them, while also sticking to what is practical.

Global smart device brand OPPO has the perfect gadget made for you - the new and improved OPPO A57. Retailing at PHP8,999, it comes with a wide range of features to make sure you’re on top of your game at work and have all you need to unwind and relax after a long day. Thanks to its 5000mAh battery capacity, your OPPO A57 can keep you going from your productive hours in the day, to your binging hours at night. And with its 33W SUPERVOOC Charging, you can get over 50% charge in just half an hour.

The updated OPPO A57 also comes with Dual Stereo Speakers to get you immersed into the world of the virtual battleground, or whatever movie or show you’re currently streaming. It’s even equipped with Super Volume Mode, which can boost audio levels by nearly 100%, to surround you in the song or dialogue that’s playing.

If immersive sound is not enough for you, the OPPO A57 also boasts a vivid 6.56” Colour-Rich Display to bring 2D images and videos to life. With AI Eye Comfort and blue light reduction, you can keep streaming all day and night long.

As with every OPPO phone, the OPPO A57 comes with a superior camera setup, thanks to its 13MP rear camera and 8MP front camera. Snap your favorite moments with friends and family with a professional-like quality, as you try out features like AI Portrait Retouching, 360-degree Fill Light and Portrait Bokeh Mode.

There’s no need to decide which photos and videos to keep, as the A57 comes with up to up to 1TB extra storage. Its 4GB RAM also allows you to load and switch between apps in no time, keeping you productive and on the go at all times.

The global tech brand also made sure that its latest OPPO A Series offering is built to last, incorporating scratch resistant, water resistant and dust resistant technology to the outer shell. The ultra-slim body features a modern side fingerprint unlock, for that premium touch. Its colorways, Glowing Green and Glowing Black, are also sure to stand the aesthetic test of time.

Now available via OPPO Brand Stores nationwide, partner dealers and e-commerce platforms Shopee and Lazada, the OPPO A57 is your perfect partner for work and entertainment!

For more information, visit OPPO’s official website at www.oppo.com/ph or its official Facebook page at OPPO Philippines.

SM Cares and DENR-NCR celebrate World Oceans Day with special plastic waste collection program

Participants get a free seedling from the Community PanTREE

In observance of World Oceans Day, SM Cares held a special version of its Plastic Waste Collection Program in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources - National Capital Region (DENR-NCR) to underscore the importance of adopting sustainable habits such as reducing plastic consumption and planting trees.

Conducted simultaneously in the following SM malls: Megamall, Mall of Asia, North EDSA, Fairview, Southmall, East Ortigas, Marikina, and Marilao, the activity supported DENR-NCR's Community PanTREE, a program that was launched in 2021 with the aim of providing free fruit-bearing seedlings to encourage urban and backyard gardening.

Participants who brought at least 1 kg of plastic waste each got a free seedling from the Community PanTREE. More than 700 kg of plastic was collected through the activity, and has distributed 700 pcs of seedlings across the 8 collection venues.

“The goal of this activity is to help divert plastic waste from ending up in landfills and bodies of water while also giving the participants the opportunity to grow their own trees,” said Director of SM Cares' Program on Environment Engr. Liza Silerio.

SM’s Plastic Waste Collection program has gathered over 16,000 kg of plastic for re-processing since it began in 2021. Currently available in 12 SM malls, it is just one of SM Cares' numerous sustainability projects. The pioneering Trash to Cash recycling market and the E-Waste Collection Programs round up the initiatives on solid waste management. Other projects include the annual Green Film Festival, which promotes environmental awareness; the AweSMSeas project in partnership with the USAID and PRRCI, which promotes responsible plastic waste management; and the International Coastal Cleanup that gathers thousands of volunteers every year, among others.

Through these efforts, SM Cares supports the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly "SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation," "SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities," "SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production," "SDG 13: Climate Action," "SDG 14: Life Below Water," and "SDG 15: Life on Land."

To learn more, visit www.smsupermalls.com/smcares.

An app for heartbreak? Move on with ANIMA’s romance-comedy-drama film RESET U/I

What if there’s an app that can cure a heartbreak? Can you move on in an instant?

ANIMA, KROMA Entertainment Inc.’s film production outfit, merges the world of apps and love in its latest romantic comedy-drama offering “Reset U/I.”

The movie revolves around an app developer (Alexa Ilacad as Adie) who helps a venture capitalist (Enchong Dee as Geo) get over his ex-girlfriend so she can get her funding. The result: two people trying to forget so they could move on, only to confront and accept the pain, and learn from the past.

“I like how “RESET U/I” is not your typical rom-com drama. ‘Yung story and journey noong dalawang characters ang ganda and how their characters develop as well. Just when I was reading it and not even thinking it was me or it was Enchong, talagang kinikilig ako sa mga lines,” said Ilacad.

Enchong shared: “I feel like every actor has a responsibility to their audience. Kailangan mong bigyan ng something new ‘yung audience mo and we’re in the service of making people touch their emotions. So eto na finally makakagawa na tayo ulit ng pelikula na mapapanood sa big screen.”

True to ANIMA’s mission to highlight new voices, it looks forward to seeing Ilacad in her first solo-leading role alongside Dee, whose charm and wit had everyone at the storycon swooning.

ANIMA had the film’s story conference, look test and table reading attended by the cast and staff last June 28. With Dee and Ilacad were Iana Bernardez, Yesh Burce, Nikko Natividad, Lance Reblando and Nikki Valdez.

The exciting storyline was written by ANIMA’s former Creative Producer, Benedict Mendoza, with Director JP Habac tapped to bring the idea to the big screen.

“To say that we are very excited for “RESET U/I” would be an understatement to express how ANIMA feels about JP Habac’s newest film with us because we’ve been developing RESET U/I since 2019,” said Kren Yap, ANIMA’s Head of Creative Development.

After working with Habac in “Gaya sa Pelikula,” ANIMA has set several more projects with the young and talented filmmaker.

For more exciting information about ANIMA and its film projects, visit https://anima.ph/.

Brightest Stars and Exciting Programs Highlighted in TV5’s “Iba’ng Saya Pag Sama-Sama” Campaign Station ID

This July, TV5 has launched its newest Station ID which resonates with the network’s all-encompassing message of inclusivity, content variety, and endearing Filipino values. With the new campaign tagline of “Iba’ng Saya Pag Sama-Sama,” TV5 takes pride in gathering its talented artists, producing high-quality shows that caters to Filipino audiences from all over the country, and bringing in the best television programs from Cignal Entertainment, Brightlight Productions, ABS-CBN, Sari-Sari Network, Inc., and many more.

The “Iba’ng Saya Pag Sama-Sama” Station ID highlights new and upcoming shows to air on TV5, led by the cast of Oh My Korona with Majestic Superstar Maja Salvador; Suntok Sa Buwan with Aga Muhlach, Elijah Canlas, and Maris Racal; and ABS-CBN’s Darna with Jane De Leon, Joshua Garcia, Janella Salvador, and Zaijan Jaranilla.

Featured as well are Kapatid hosts, celebrities, news anchors and athletes from the network’s flagship shows Sing Galing, News5, Frontline Pilipinas, and PBA. Adhering to its campaign message in bringing everyone together, the Station ID also showcased programs concurrently airing on TV5 such as Brightlight Productions' Lunch Out Loud, Sari-Sari Network, Inc.’s Rolling In It Philippines Season 2, and ABS-CBN’s FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, 2 Good 2 Be True, A Family Affair, Love in 40 Days, and ASAP Natin ‘To.

“It is such a groundbreaking feat to finally bring together all these talented stars in a way that was never thought possible before. We are proud to achieve this in TV5, and it truly gives more meaning to the network’s new ‘Iba’ng Saya Pag Sama-Sama’ campaign. This Station ID serves as a glimpse of what we have in store for our viewers in the coming days and months, showcasing TV5 as the platform that features the stars and programs from some of the industry’s top content producers,” shared Cignal TV and TV5 President and CEO Robert P. Galang.

Adding to the network’s groundbreaking feats is the unprecedented back-to-back airing of two powerhouse shows that will change the landscape of Philippine TV. Set to happen this July 16, Brightlight Productions’ Lunch Out Loud and ABS-CBN’s It’s Showtime will power up the new Lunchtime Saya block of TV5 and will definitely be something viewers can look forward to for their daily noontime entertainment.

Catch the new “Iba’ng Saya Pag Sama-Sama” Station ID on TV5’s Facebook page and YouTube channel or via this link: https://fb.watch/e21U8G8uOp/. Don’t forget to tune in to TV5 to catch the upcoming shows and surprises to be announced by the network soon.

"Lunch Out Loud" and "It's SHOWTIME" go back-to-back to bring noontime entertainment on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, and TV5

Double the fun and surprises from ABS-CBN Entertainment, Brightlight,TV5, Zoe Broadcasting Network, and TV5

Filipino viewers are getting twice the fun and entertainment every day at noon as “Lunch out Loud” and “It’s SHOWTIME” air back-to-back on A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, and TV5 starting July 16 (Saturday).

A new viewing experience awaits viewers who will enjoy four hours of noontime entertainment, beginning with “Lunch Out Loud” from 11 am until 12:45 pm, followed by “It’s SHOWTIME” from 12:45 pm until 3 pm.

The tropang LOL will enjoy the fun and games in “Lunch Out Loud” that will surely brighten their days, such as “H.O.P.E.” dating game, “Maritest” showbiz quiz, “Beat The 2” battle of the wits, “Pera Usog” cash prizes, and “Sagot Mo, Sagot Ko” that fulfills viewers’ wishes.

It’s SHOWTIME” will also continue to bring happiness and hope as the noontime companion of the Madlang Pipol. For the past 13 years, viewers have proudly witnessed the incredible talent of Filipinos through “Tawag ng Tanghalan.” The show also brings out delightful, heartwarming, and inspiring stories of contestants in various segments like “Sexy Babe,” “ReINA ng Tahanan,” “Miss Q and A,” and “MiniMe.” The fun and camaraderie of the hosts of "It's SHOWTIME" will continue to be felt as they remain committed to serving our Kapamilya, Ka-A2Z, and Kapatid audiences.

The collaboration among ABS-CBN Entertainment, Brightlight Productions, Zoe Broadcasting Network, and TV5 provides Filipino viewers with more fun and entertainment and brings an extended and enjoyable midday TV viewing experience.