Lista challenges every Filipino to create savings goals with new features

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Lista, a financial management tool for small business owners, freelancers and individuals, has launched the Ipon Challenge, which encourages every Filipino to set savings goals through their newest features - the Savings and Sales Target.

The Ipon Challenge aims to empower Filipinos to meet their savings goals or set financial targets for the things they want to buy using their two new main features. The Savings feature allows the user to track their savings for their next dream item whether it is a phone, car, or vacation, while the Sales Target feature will allow business owners to set a target profit for their business. Users will be able to customize their target timeline and amount using the feature.

Due to uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey conducted by Hong Kong-based AIA Group Limited found that more Filipinos saved more money without careful preparation. But despite the fact that Filipinos appear to have a more disciplined attitude toward saving, a quarter of respondents simply save what money they have after expenses without making a proactive saving strategy, and 22% set aside a specific overall amount. Only 29% of people make a list of their savings goals and set aside money to achieve them.

Lista intends to make financial planning and literacy more accessible to millions of Filipinos, assisting entrepreneurs in managing their digital cash flow, normalizing debt collection or "paniningil ng utang” and now, helping them manage their personal budget and expand their enterprises through savings and goal setting.

Through the new features, each user can begin small, with a goal of as low as 500 pesos, or go big, with a car down payment. The Lista app includes features such as hosting "ipon challenges" and tracking users' progress so they can stay on track with their goals.

Lista’s Ipon Challenge

The Ipon Challenge was created to officially launch the two new features that the founders hope will help more Filipinos start building the habit of proactive saving. The campaign hopes to encourage new and existing users to explore the feature and participate in the savings challenge, which is intended to help users learn how to set and stick to financial goals, both short and long term.

Anyone with Lista mobile app can join the Ipon Challenge for the chance to win grand prizes from Lista as well as weekly minor prizes. Interested participants can download the Lista app, register using their mobile number then create a savings challenge with the help of the “savings'' icon.

Participants are required to input savings at least twice a week, following their daily or weekly savings amount. The deadline to reach their goal is before May 30, 2022.

Once participants reach their savings goal, they will receive a savings badge. To be eligible for the raffle, participants should share a screenshot of their savings badge on Facebook with the hashtag #IponChallenge and tag the Lista. Each savings challenge is equal to one raffle entry. Prizes include brand new motorcycle, Macbook, mobile phone, Ikea gift certificate worth Php 10,000, and a summer getaway package for two! The winners will be announced on the Facebook page of Lista PH.

Lista also partnered with SariSuki, a community selling platform that delivers fresh groceries straight to your doorstep, who will be giving away Php 10,000 worth of Kabuhayan Package. Financial services company Sun Life Philippines, tying up with e-commerce platform Lazada, will also be giving away weekly vouchers that will entitle the winners to a free one-year Life Armor Insurance coverage.

“Lista wants to encourage every Filipino to set a savings goals for the things they dream of - whether they start with a small amount or go big with a car down payment. Through the help of our partners, we look forward to seeing everyone complete their ipon challenge and help them move towards the goal of understanding their finances and empowering them to make better purchase decisions,” shared Khriz Lim, co-founder of Lista.

Lista is a free bookkeeping app for Filipino MSMEs that aims to help them digitize their cash and credit transactions and get cash flow visibility, which can help them grow their profits. Lista not only maintains track of business transactions, but it also provides a simple invoice generator, which is especially beneficial for freelancers, an easy way to collect debts with free SMS reminders, and a savings challenge to help people save for their goals.

Since its launch early last year, Lista has received 600,000 downloads and has recorded approximately USD 12.6 million in debt.

To know more about Lista, you may visit their website at www.lista.com.ph or follow their Facebook page at facebook.com/ListaPhilippines.

Home Credit Philippines bags Gold Stevie® at the 2022 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards

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The leading consumer finance company wins Innovative Use of Technology in Human Resources Category

The leading consumer finance company Home Credit Philippines was named Gold Stevie^® awardee in the ninth annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards for the Innovative Use of Technology in Human Resources category. The award recognizes technology-driven human resource initiatives of Home Credit Philippines as "a way to connect, engage and transform people as they use technology to adapt to the future of human resource in the Philippines."

 

Since the start of the pandemic in 2020, Home Credit Philippines has been focusing on creating initiatives driven by technology to connect and engage with its employees all over the country and help streamline the company's overall processes. 

 

As a global company with more than 13 thousand employees in the country alone, Home Credit Philippines always makes its people the core of its business. In early 2021, the company launched its HR Gateway and Intranet to help HR Management connect and engage with its employees on a daily basis. It also developed an E-recruitment portal that serves as its primary gateway for all candidate applications. The portal can integrate with external job bulletins that allow recruiters to reach a diverse set of applicant pool.

 

"We at Home Credit Philippines are proud of this achievement which testifies our commitment to putting our people at the heart of all our actions and decisions. The dedication and commitment of our employees serve as the driving force and our motivation to stay focused on creating ways and initiatives to provide them easy access to all our resources," shares Home Credit Philippines' Chief People Officer, Alpha Omega Aquino.

 

Alpha added, "As we continue looking for other opportunities to further improve our processes, we at Home Credit Philippines will stay committed to helping our employees and future talents through the power of technology and continue to be at the forefront of innovation in the Philippine HR landscape."

 

More than 900 nominations from organizations across the Asia-Pacific region were considered this year in categories such as Award for Excellence in Innovation in Products & Services, Award for Innovative Management, and Award for Innovation in Corporate Websites, among many others. Home Credit Philippines is joined by other Gold Stevie® awardees from the Philippines like AirAsia Philippines, Megaworld Foundation, PLDT-Smart, Globe Telecom, Meralco, and IBM Philippines.

 

"The ninth edition of the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards attracted many remarkable nominations," said Stevie Awards president Maggie Miller. "The organizations that won this year have demonstrated that they have continued to innovate and succeed despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and we applaud them for their perseverance and creativity. We look forward to celebrating many of this year's winners during our virtual awards ceremony on 29 June."

 

The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region. The Stevie Awards are widely considered to be the world's premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards® for 20 years.

 

Details about the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards and the 29 June awards ceremony, and the list of Stevie Award winners, are available at http://Asia.Stevieawards.com. 

 

The Sound of Magic Comes the Magic, Dreams, and Music – The Sound of Magic Main Trailer Released!

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Netflix revealed the main trailer of The Sound of Magic – a story featuring Yoon Ah-yi, a girl who has lost her dreams in the face of reality, and Na Il-deung, a boy pressured to pursue his dreams. An unexpected yet enchanting story unravels as the two encounter the mystical magician Rieul. 

The newly released trailer provides a clear context into the narrative, visuals, and relationships among the three main characters – the enigmatic magician Ri-eul (Performed by Ji-Chang Wook), Yoo Ah-yi (Performed by Choi Sungeun), and Na Il-deung (Performed by Hwang In Youp). As illustrated through the trailer, this fantasy music series will share a universal message of what it is to become a grown-up through a magical yet mysterious storyline.  

Ji Chang Wook, introducing his role, said, “Ri-eul is a mysterious character that will surely intrigue the audience! The line between vice and virtue is irrelevant when it comes to Ri-eul as he constructs and lives in his own world,” stirring up curiosity about his character.

This spring, The Sound of Magic invites global audiences to a world of enchantment and heartwarming stories. The Sound of Magic will be released on May 6th, only on Netflix.

Production Information

Original Webtoon: Annarasumanara by Ha Ilkwon

Directed by: Kim Sungyoun

Written by: Kim Minjeong

Starring: Ji Chang Wook, Choi Sungeun, Hwang In Youp et al.

Produced by: JTBC Studios,content zium

Distributed by: Netflix

Release Date: May 6, 2022

Official website: www.netflix.com/TheSoundofMagic

Stand up and suit up: Cherry announces Cherry Ion (Limited Edition) - Presidential Collection

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Thinking of a unique way to promote your presidential bet? CHERRY made it a lot easier for you. Stand out and go all out with the Cherry Ion (Limited Edition) - Presidential Collection. This collection showcases the logos of five different presidential aspirants: Senator Ping Lacson, Ferdinand “Bong Bong” Marcos, Mayor Isko Moreno, Senator Manny Pacquiao, and Vice President Leni Robredo.

Whether you are a supporter who frequents outdoor campaign activities or doesn’t have the time to join one but would like to exhibit support in your own way, this New Normal essential is more than helpful. The Cherry Ion is popular in the market for emitting up to 200 million negative ions (healthy anions) that shield you against germs, dust, molds, and other airborne viruses. It is also proven to help prevent colds, asthma, cough, and allergies.

The Cherry Ion (Limited Edition) - Presidential Collection is available only until April 30, 2022 so hurry and grab your choice now for only P1,499 at:

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Say goodbye to bulky coins and bills! You can now receive e-sukli at SM, powered by PayMaya

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Receiving a handful of coins and bills as change can be pretty inconvenient, especially if you need to carry them around as you go about your day. Sure, you can stuff them neatly in your wallet or coin purse, but as they pile up, there should be another solution to hold your endless barya.

And who hasn't encountered the perennial "meron po ba kayong exact amount" question when paying at the cashier?

The good news now is there is e-sukli! Digital financial services leader PayMaya and the Philippines' largest department store, The SM Store, launched this innovative solution to make receiving change more convenient for shoppers. e-sukli allows customers to receive a change of up to P50 directly to their PayMaya accounts instead of taking bulky coins and bills from the cashier.

Now available in over 60 The SM Store branches nationwide, E-sukli makes receiving change much easier and eliminates the need to find a smaller bill for your purchases. It is also a great way to accumulate funds in your PayMaya account so you can use it when paying cashless the next time you go shopping, dine at your favorite restaurant, or pay bills.

Not only is using e-sukli easy and convenient, but just like any PayMaya experience, it can also be rewarding. From April 1 to 30, 2022, those who use e-sukli in any of The SM Store branches will get an additional bonus of P5, P10, or P25 on top of their actual change. Be sure to avail yourself of this unique promo by SM and PayMaya for a hassle-free shopping experience that can help you earn a little extra for yourself!

E-sukli can be used at the checkout counter in The SM Store by simply asking the cashier to send your change via PayMaya. On your PayMaya app, tap the icon in the upper-left corner and tap the QR code beside your name. The cashier will then scan your PayMaya account QR code and transfer your change.

The e-sukli initiative with The SM Store is just among the many programs and innovations that PayMaya is rolling out to its enterprise partners to encourage more Filipinos to adopt digital payments for their everyday transactions.

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines, with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. As of end-December 2021, PayMaya provides more than 44 million Filipinos access to financial services through its consumer platforms. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 63,000 partner agent touchpoints serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved access to digital services. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country, including "every day" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants, as well as government agencies and units.