Real Life Client-Advisor Partnerships Shine in Sun Life’s Latest Campaign

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(Manila, Philippines) – Heartwarming real-life stories of Sun Life Philippines’ advisors and clients will take the spotlight in the company’s latest campaign dubbed “Part of Your Life. Partner for Life.”

 Sun Life advisor Buena Elizondo-David is her client Alpha Trajeco's Partner for Life

“The relationship between Sun Life clients and their advisors is special because it’s one that is built on trust over time and shines brightest during life’s significant moments,” Sun Life Chief Marketing and Client Experience Office Gilbert Simpao said.

This is demonstrated in the story of advisor Buena Elizondo-David and her client Alpha Trajeco. It was Buena’s foresight that enabled Alpha to have the funds she needed when she was stricken with cancer. “Being an advisor is not just on the surface. When I talk to clients and guide them in securing an insurance or an investment, I put their needs first,” Buena shared. Her compassion is well appreciated by Alpha, who said, “If not for Buena, I wouldn’t even be here today. She truly is a part of my life.”

Sun Life client Katherine “Kay” Barcena has a Partner for Life in her advisor Kristine Leechiu-Tan

The same sentiment was echoed by Katherine “Kay” Barcena. After losing her job at the height of the pandemic, it was her advisor Kristine Leechiu-Tan who guided her in making the right financial decisions, that she was even able to start her own business. “It is during these times that their insurance and investment plans really become a lifesaver to these families,” Kristine mused. Meanwhile, Kay’s experience has her wishing the same for others who are pursuing their financial goals. “Just like me, I hope everyone finds a partner for life,” she said.

The stories of Alpha, Buena, Kay, and Kristine will surely inspire those who will catch it on Sun Life’s Youtube channel (www.youtube.com/sunlifeph) and Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sunlifeph) starting July 24, 2021.

Such kind of relationships are what makes Sun Life advisors come highly recommended. “We take great pride in having the best advisors in the industry who not only demonstrate integrity and care for our clients but also strive to be partners in their journey towards a lifetime of financial security,” Simpao said.

Meanwhile, to further highlight the value of having a financial advisor, Sun Life will be complementing the stories with various activations, including an escape room dubbed “Escape to the Future”; webinars featuring top financial coach Chinkee Tan, and virtual events featuring the company’s brand ambassadors. Details will be announced on Sun Life’s social media pages.

“We hope this campaign will encourage more Filipinos to find that partner who will help them achieve their financial goals throughout their lifetime,” Simpao said. “Sun Life and its financial advisors are always here to help.”

GCash teams up with Teleperformance for a cashless and safe workplace

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GCash, the country’s leading mobile wallet, supports Teleperformance in its commitment to ensure the safety of its over 45,000 employees across its 22 business sites nationwide.

 

Since October 2020, Teleperformance has adopted cashless transactions in its work environment for the convenience and safety of its employees. With more than 80 concessionaires and kiosks now accepting GCash QR for payments, employees can simply use their GCash app to scan the QR code and pay for their purchases.

 

“As the economy opens and workers return to their jobs, contactless payment solutions are a big help for companies in helping ensure their employees have a safe way to receive their benefits and transact seamlessly. For them, GCash has introduced a host of financial products and services so they can provide their people with safe, cashless solutions while they are working on-site,” said GCash President and Chief Executive Officer Martha Sazon.

 

Teleperformance provided cash-in machines in its 22 sites so employees can easily cash-in and pay their bills anytime.

 

“At Teleperformance, the safety and security of our people is a priority, so we really take advantage of the digital innovations available that allow us to deliver this level of employee experience,” said Teleperformance Philippines Vice President for Facilities and Administration Eduardo Punzalan.

 

Teleperformance employees have shown appreciation for this innovative service. John Louie Santos, Operations Administrative Assistant, shared, “I am happy that Teleperformance, in partnership with GCash, is able to offer cashless transactions in our cafeterias. It really is convenient, safe and hassle-free. I can easily transfer funds from my bank account to GCash in just a minute, and that makes my experience really awesome.”

 

“The pandemic definitely changed the way companies carry out their business processes.  It may have limited their physical movement, but digital services have helped them survive and thrive during these challenging times. GCash is proud to support the advocacy of Teleperformance in ensuring the safety of their employees via a contactless workplace that adheres to the strictest safety protocols, while delivering the upgraded level of convenience that Teleperformance employees truly deserve. GCash will continue to innovate to serve individuals and companies for a safe and efficient workplace,” said GCash BPO Enterprise Head Kim Pineda. 

 

Teleperformance employees can look forward to enjoying access to a consolidated mobile application to help them manage their funds effectively and safely.

 

For more information on how GCash can support your business, visit www.gcash.com/business.

 

Shopee Mall Brands Ramp Up Efforts to Maintain Steady Growth at the 8.8 Mega Flash Sale

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This coming 8.8, brands are offering special deals and big discounts for shoppers, along with free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend and ₱8 peso deals

With the surge of online shoppers driving the need for digital evolution, brands are continuing to adapt to cater to the rapidly changing behavior of the Filipino consumer, with support from Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. With the upcoming Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale, brands such as OPPO, Colgate-Palmolive, and Nestlé share how they maximize their strengths to establish themselves as a prime player in the e-commerce landscape and how this gives them the opportunity to give their customers value for money deals and provide them with a more engaging online experience.

Leveled-up customer engagement for OPPO

As a leading global smart device company, OPPO sees its partnership with Shopee as a great avenue to connect and virtually interact with its customers. Through in-app features like Shopee Live and Shopee Feed, they get to explain their products in real-time and get to answer questions sent via the comments section. This unique interaction between brand and buyer is a way to build customer loyalty, especially now that people are shopping online for their needs. 

Sam Li, E-Commerce Manager at OPPO Philippines, said, “Shopee has provided us with really good support to engage with our customers. Shopee also helped us gain traction in our store with the help of Shopee Ads and Top Picks. Through marketing campaigns and engagement tools, we were able to grow our brand and reach more people with our products.”

Growth opportunities for Colgate-Palmolive Philippines

Over the last two years, Colgate-Palmolive Philippines has been pushing its business expansion in the digital space exponentially. Colgate-Palmolive Philippines’ Official Store on Shopee Mall grew strongly from 2019 to 2020 and is expecting to sustain its momentum through 2021, led by Tender Care, Palmolive, Colgate, Ajax, and Irish Spring. The Colgate brand also recorded a notable 7x uplift in orders during its first Shopee Super Brand Day with a campaign that focused on celebrating individuality and bold self-expression. This 8.8, Colgate-Palmolive Philippines is excited to maximize the Flash Sale feature as it allows them to introduce their products to new customers and get shoppers excited about the brand’s promos.

Erica Sangoyo, eCommerce Team Leader at Colgate-Palmolive Philippines, said, “Shopee has been a collaborative partner to the Colgate-Palmolive team. Over the years, we have worked closely together to bring to life our brand experience in the digital space and make our products accessible to all our consumers. We will continue to work together to ensure that our shoppers stay engaged and excited about our upcoming campaigns.”

Evolving consumer experience for Nestlé

To cater to the evolving consumer landscape, Nestlé consistently utilizes Shopee’s onsite solutions that work best with the brands under them. Nestlé launched the International Coffee Day Campaign in 2019 but expanded it to incorporate it with its Nescafe CSR initiatives last 2020. They saw significant growth during the campaign and it was also a great way for them to build brand equity with Shopee’s millennial customer base.

Ariana Henares, E-Commerce Manager at Nestlé Philippines, said, “Shopee is a valued partner of Nestlé in supporting our brand initiatives and growing our e-commerce footprint. We consistently work with Shopee on activities to increase our brand’s online sales and delight our consumers. We are looking forward to continuing working together with Shopee to be able to deliver a great user experience for a growing customer base and are excited to further grow the partnership in the coming years.”

In line with Shopee’s aim to offer its users convenient access to brands and their amazing deals, Shopee invites everyone to check out the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale happening until August 8. Shoppers can look forward to free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend, ₱8 peso deals, and up to 90 % off on brand favorites such as Lactum, Xiaomi, realme, vivo, OPPO, Colgate-Palmolive Philippines, Nestlé Store, Pampers, P&G Beauty, Unilever Beauty, L'Oréal Paris, INSPI, The SM Store, Huawei Official Store, Johnson & Johnson, and Abbott Philippines.

To save more on purchases from your favorite brands, use ShopeePay to enjoy daily free shipping and coins cashback. Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card, online banking, or over-the-counter payment partners. Get up to 50% cashback when you pay your electricity, water, and internet bills with ShopeePay. Enjoy ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more; 10% off on mobile load; and flash deals on mobile load & data for as low as ₱1.

For more information on the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Sale, visit https://shopee.ph/m/8-8.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Filipino families need to take charge, make better decisions due to the pandemic, says psychologist

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Because of its unprecedented nature, something never experienced in our lifetime, the present pandemic has indirectly brought about the rise of mental health issues in the Philippines, according to recently published data. Specifically, a rise in moderate-to-severe clinical anxiety, as well as moderate-to-severe cases of depression, have been recorded, meriting much-needed psychological support for sufferers.

Bolstering this fact is how renowned psychologist Dr. Randy Dellosa, in his private psychotherapy practice and as a life coach, saw a surge in clients seeking his consult, relating how some people have “turned pessimistic and cynical, in light of the current state of affairs.”

For entrepreneurs, for example, ensuring business continuity, taking care of employees, and having access to funding are but some of the challenges that they’ve had to address.

Yet, in the face of these difficult times, it is reassuring to know how the family remains as the most important social group in Filipino culture—our identity distinctly marked by close-knit family ties that include even extended family members: grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

This presence of family has greatly helped in alleviating the difficulties brought about by the current pandemic, says Dr. Dellosa, who’s also known for his wholistic and creative approach to healing.

“There are extended families that offer good support,” he says. “We are truly lucky and blessed if the extended family is supportive.”

Feelings of isolation and uncertainty

Dr. Dellosa further observes that among the negative feelings that families have had to deal with at this time, one of the most pervasive is the sense of being trapped and isolated, an unfortunate consequence of the imposed quarantines and the extended lockdowns. Adding to that is the seemingly unshakable feeling of financial insecurity coupled with an uncertainty about the future – the feeling of not being in control and having no plan in place.

“It’s the unexpectedness of what can happen, the fear of getting sick – whether it’s oneself or a loved one,” he says.

Stress and our physical health

These pent-up feelings, as they continue to build up, can adversely influence both the mental and physical health aspects of people.

An example Dr. Dellosa cites is how anger – “kumukulo ang dugo (makes my blood boil)” – can lead to high blood pressure. Or how irritation can be the trigger for psoriasis, as well as headaches. Even the stress of having a sick family member or experiencing an unplanned medical emergency in the family can have a physical effect on our bodies. All these manifestations, he says, are a form of communication, and show that we’re keeping too many negative feelings bottled up inside, which, has been found to cause more serious physical issues in the long run.

So, keeping stress in check is not only important but vital to good health. Says Dr. Dellosa: “Whenever we feel emotional stress, it carries with it toxic energy. If there’s no way to vent this out and express it externally, it then gets trapped and piles up in the body. And where does this negative energy transfer to? It manifests itself in our body organs.”

A shift in family dynamics

Fortunately, helping keep things together and easing the various tensions in these trying times, is healthy family dynamics. “Just the mere fact that the family is still the basic unit of society is already, in itself, protective,” says Dr. Dellosa. “Mentally, emotionally, physically, and health-wise.”

While Dr. Dellosa concedes that some family members may not see eye to eye, which in turn can cause friction or worse, break-ups, the cases of which increased globally last year, he nevertheless stresses how the family unit is inherently protective against feelings of isolation. “Filipinos are social beings,” Dr. Dellosa says. “The family has been indispensable in averting further mental issues that may eventually lead to physical illness.”

Keeping a proactive attitude

Because preserving our overall health while also safeguarding the future is of utmost importance, Dr. Dellosa emphasizes that there should be a shift in our mindsets. It is important to keep a proactive attitude and be open when facing difficult truths, for the sake of ourselves and our loved ones.

“One has to set aside being emotionally reactive while maintaining an attitude of being proactive,” he says. “If you allow your emotions to get the better of you, you’re bound to lose.”

Proactivity, Dr. Dellosa further explains, means that it’s better to confront and openly discuss the potentially problematic situations head on and to look for and mobilize contingency plans in order to be prepared even before these problems arise. Families need to sit down and talk, no matter the differences in each of their opinions. Specifically, setting priorities and identifying what’s urgent is key, so you can face these problems squarely, taking hold of your feelings to fuel positive, proactive action.

In line with Dr. Dellosa’s valuable words of advice, one thing is clear. Having a trusted partner, whether family or another ally, is crucial in tiding over difficult times. Having a solid partner like AXA Philippines by one’s side, with their goal of reducing financial vulnerability due to sickness, you can confidently take charge and secure the wellbeing of our loved ones and ourselves. With its suite of robust insurance and investment products, including an all-new offer coming soon, peace of mind and a secure future may be easily within reach. 

To learn more, book an appointment with an AXA financial partner today by visiting https://bit.ly/AXAHCA_DRD

Big Promos to Check Out at the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Deals Sale

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Until August 8, enjoy discounts up to 90% off on essentials, free shipping with no minimum spend, and more exciting deals

If you love the thrill of discovering the best deals and discounts, you need to check out Shopee’s flash deals. Flash deals offer big price drops, but here’s the catch—you’ll have to be quick about it, since these are available in limited quantities for a limited time only. 

Until August 8, plenty of exciting promos await at the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Deals Sale. If you’re shopping for essentials for your family during this time, you can enjoy discounts up to 90% off and more exclusive deals such as: 

Midnight Flash Deals

Since flash deals are limited, you’ll have to stay up if you want to be the first to snag the best discounts. Set your alarm clock daily to wait for the biggest flash deals to drop from 12:00 AM to 2:00 AM. Who knew midnight shopping could be this exciting? 

Daily ₱8 Deals

At the Shopee 8.8 Mega Flash Deals Sale, you can enjoy deals for as low as ₱8. Head on over to ₱8 Daily Flash Deals on your Shopee homepage to find the best flash deals of the day. If your desired flash deals aren’t live yet, click “Remind Me” to receive a notification once it’s available. Make sure your internet’s quick and stable, because you definitely won’t want to miss out.

Free shipping with no minimum spend 

Going shopping for groceries and other essentials? To make the most out of your shopping spree, don’t forget to check for free shipping vouchers. Bonus tip: before you check out, see if your order is eligible for other platform or shop vouchers. Apply these vouchers to your purchase to enjoy even bigger savings.

A chance to claim up to 70,000 coins

Secure discounts for your next purchases and win up to 70,000 coins by playing Shopee Quiz. On August 5 and 6, at 7:20 PM, head on over to the Shopee Quiz page at https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-quiz. The prize pool will be divided among players who answer all questions correctly during the game.

A shot at winning ₱10,000

Join Shopee’s #ShopeeMegaLook Raffle for a chance to be one of the five lucky winners of ₱10,000. To participate, simply update your Facebook profile picture with the #ShopeeMegaLook Facebook Frame, which you can get at https://bit.ly/ShopeeFBFrame88. Next, take a screenshot. Until August 8, submit your entry through the Google Form at  https://shp.ee/nzrv8yd. Winners will be announced on August 18.

Exclusive ShopeePay deals

Top up your ShopeePay wallet through your debit card, online banking, or over-the-counter payment partners. Get up to 50% cashback when you pay your electricity, water, and internet bills with ShopeePay. Enjoy ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Seaoil, Potato Corner, and more; 10% off on mobile load; and flash deals on load and data for as low as ₱1. 

Want more ShopeePay credits? To win up to  ₱5,000 worth of ShopeePay credits, join the #BudolFinds challenge on Tiktok from July 26 to August 8. Just buy products from the Fashion, Food & Beverages, Electronics, Beauty/Personal Care, and Home categories on Shopee. Shoot a creative 30-second review and include the hashtag #BudolFinds in the caption. For more details about the #BudolFinds challenge, visit https://shp.ee/u6vfw6j.

To discover more about flash deals, visit https://shopee.ph/m/8-8.  

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.