Tech headhunter says PH is “greener pastures” for IT workers

As employers in the U.S. and Europe tighten their belts, the best place for Filipino IT workers right now may be home.

“All the jobs are now here… Salaries (and) packages have become very competitive. I don’t see any reason why kids should still leave the country and find work abroad,” said Gina Duminy, president of technology jobs recruitment website ITProsAsia.com.

“The greener pastures they are looking for are actually here.”

The numbers back Duminy’s claim. Entry-level call center agents in the Philippines make more than their counterparts in India, bringing home US$300 instead of $US250. According to data from CBS Interactive, an IT manager with less than five years of experience makes an average of P270,922 per year (P22,577 a month) while a project manager gets P334,854 (P27,905 a month). 

People in other industries such as Systems Development (P282,375 per year), Communications (P241,459 per year), Support (P197,453 per year) and Administration (P286,143 per year) make roughly the same amount, with figures rising incrementally according to experience.   

 
Developing countries provide more opportunities

While salaries for Filipino employees remain a fraction of the average earnings in developed countries, there are considerations other than gross income.
 
Duminy says that workers who migrate to countries like the U.S. have to grapple with a higher cost of living. She adds that developing nations like the Philippines provide more opportunities for IT workers.   
 
RJ, who works for an offshore publishing company, earns P30,000 a month in a middle management position. He asked Yahoo! to withhold his last name and the name of the company he works for. He says that he would work abroad if the opportunity presents itself. However, he says that having to pursue further training is a deterrent. “Masyadong hassle. Kailangan mo pa kasi i-upgrade yung sarili mo.” 

Demand surpasses supply

Duminy says that employers are very particular with the skills they want from their new hires. “It’s like ordering at McDonald’s,” she says. Employers often request specific characteristics such as proficiency in certain tools and industry experience. This has led to a shortage of worthy candidates.

“The demand really surpasses the supply. The available workers are not enough to support the business,” Duminy said, adding that Filipinos are the preferred choice compared to Indian workers because of their adaptability to the American language and way of life.
 
Large companies like JPMorgan Chase and AT&T have set up shop in the Philippines, and more are expected to follow. “Why look outside when they’re all here?” Duminy said.


Source: Yahoo

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Elance Admission Test Answers

Topic: Getting started on Elance
Q .  As a provider, what is the benefit of maintaining paid plan?

1. Providers with paid accounts receive more Connects initially, and the ability to purchase additional Connects and service categories, allowing them to submit more proposals.
2. Providers with paid accounts are eligible for the Premier Provider Program, Elance chat, and Elance call.
3. Providers with paid accounts at the Small Business or Large Business level have the ability to create teams.
4. Providers with paid accounts can add more keywords and skills test results to their profile.
5. All of the above

Correct Answer: 5
Q.  Elance offers both skills tests and code tests to help providers standout. Through these assessments, providers are able to display their passing scores for the potential employers to review. What are some guidelines to keep in mind related to skills and code tests?

1. If you score higher than 30% of all test takers, you will receive a special indicator next to your score.
2. All tests are timed.
3. 60% is considered a passing score on the skills and code tests.
4. You must wait 7 days to re-test the same skill.
5. All of these are true except d.

Correct Answer: 5

Q. Why is it important for providers to build an effective profile?

1. It provides employers with information about your knowledge and skills.
2. It allows providers to promote their marketing messages.
3. It gives the provider an opportunity to showcase samples of their work.
4. All of above.

Correct Answer: 4
Topic: Finding Job Opportunities
Q.  What tools does Elance provide to enable you to track the time spent weekly on a job and updating an employer on the status of a job?

1. Status Reports
2. Timesheets
3. Tracker
4. Customer Support Contact Information
5. All of these except d

Correct Answer: 5
Q. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the Workroom messages?

1. Public messages are different than Workroom messages.
2. It is acceptable to market your services in Workroom messages but not in Public messages.
3. Providers may only use the Workroom messages after submitting a Prebid or a proposal.
4. Workroom messages are viewable by anyone.

Correct Answer: 4
Q. In order for your provider account to become active on Elance, which step is NOT required?

1. Create your profile
2. Pass the Elance Admission Test
3. Enter a credit card
4. Verify your phone number

Correct Answer: 3
Topic: Managing Your Work
Q. Which of these provider actions would be considered a violation?

1. Offering to accept payment outside of the Elance system.
2. Offering to complete a job for an amount below the stated Elance minimums.
3. Posting a work sample in the provider portfolio of which the provider does not have legal rights or ownership.
4. Placing contact details (e.g. a non-Elance website URL, e-mail address, etc.) outside of the designated area on the provider profile.
5. All of these are violations.

Correct Answer: 5
Q. If a conflict arises between an employer and a provider, which of the following steps is NOT part of the Elance dispute process?

1. Member resolution: Members first attempt to resolve the dispute on their own.
2. Elance Dispute Assistance: Elance holds a conference call to facilitate a mutually-agreeable resolution between the employer and provider.
3. Arbitration: A binding judgment is made by the 3rd party arbitration service offered through Elance.
4. Elance management makes the decision about whether the employer or the provider is right.

Correct Answer: 4
Topic: Getting Paid
Q. How does Elance Escrow protect providers?

1. Elance Escrow only protects the employer.
2. It shows that the client has set aside the funds to pay for the provider’s work.
3. It enables providers to defer income without paying taxes.
4. It eliminates the Elance service fee.

Correct Answer: 2
Q. How can providers view a list of all payment activity?

1. In the “Search” option under the “Find Work” tab.
2. On the Skills Central page.
3. In the Get Paid < Account Activity menu.
4. All of these will let providers view their payments.

Correct Answer: 3
Topic: Advanced Tips for Elance Success
Q. Which of the following are Elance features that are designed to provide resources and information to employers and providers?

1. Elance University
2. The Water Cooler
3. The Elance Blog
4. All of these.

Correct Answer: 4

Question 1: As a provider, what is the benefit of maintaing a paid plan?

A: e. All of the above.
Explanation: The answer is pretty obvious when they list a bunch of benefits. How can you go wrong? In any case, the big benefit is the ability to buy connects. In case you don’t know, you need to bid on at least 20 projects before you win your first one. Paid membership is the only option in my book.

Question 2: Elance offers both skills tests and code tests to help providers standout. Through these assessments, providers are able to display their passing scores for the potential employers to review. What are some guidelines to keep in mind related to skills and code tests?

A: e. All except d.
Explanation: You have to wait at least two weeks before re-taking a skills test. Do these at your leisure, and never make them a higher priority than doing work for your current clients. It’s important to pay attention to your test scores, but your work samples are a better indicator.

Question 3: Why is it important for providers to build an effective profile?
 
A: d. All of the above.
Explanation: If you didn’t get this one right, you are severely lacking in basic logic and critical thinking skills. They just listed a bunch of benefits. Of course it has to be all of the above.

Question 4: What tools does Elance provide to enable you to track the time spent weekly on a job and updating an employer on the status of a job?

A: e. Everything except d.
Explanation: Whenever they give you an option like “anything except d,” go with it. Why would they give you an option like that if d weren’t somehow out of place? Plus, customer service doesn’t have anything to do with helping you keep track of your hours.

Question 5: Which of the following is NOT true about workroom messages?

A: d. Workroom messages are viewable by anyone.
Explanation: Only you, your clients, and a few members of Elance’s staff can look at your workroom messages. The workroom is considered a private conversation between you and your client.

Question 6: In order for your provider account to become active on Elance, which step is NOT required?

A: c. Enter a credit card.
Explanation: You don’t have to enter a credit card unless you plan to hire somebody on Elance. Even then, you can enter your bank account information instead.

Question 7: Which of these provider actions would be considered a violation?

A: e. All of these are violations.
Explanation: You have to really watch out for a. Once you begin a contract with a client, you are required to do business over Elance for at least one year before you start taking your business off of the system. If you fail to comply with this rule, you will lose your provider account.

Question 8: If a conflict arises between an employer and a provider, which of the following steps is NOT part of the Elance dispute process?

A: d. Elance management makes the decision about whether the employer or provider is right.
Explanation: Elance never sticks its hands into any dispute between two parties. They hire a third party arbitration service in order to get an objective and unaffiliated perspective.

Question 9: How does Elance escrow protect providers?

A: b. It shows that the client has set aside the money to do the work.
Explanation: Escrow is arguably the reason why sites like Elance exist in the first place. Elance is like Craigslist, but it’s better because it’s much more secure. Without escrow, you have no guarantee that you’ll get paid.

Question 10: How can providers view a list of all payment activity?

A: c. In the get paid > account activity menu.
Explanation: You’ll be checking this all the time, so it’s definitely handy to know.

Question 11: Which of the following are Elance features that are designed to provide resources and information to employers and providers?

A: d. All of these.

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oDesk Readiness Test

Q: Can I start my own company on oDesk?
A: Yes! oDesk allows you to build and manage a team of workers, colleagues and collaborators.
You can even subcontract other workers on oDesk to other customers oDesk (and take a cut).

Q: Which of the following actions are NOT allowed when applying to job openings?
A: All of the above

Q: ‘How does feedback work on oDesk?’
A: All of the above

Q: Which of the following is true of your oDesk timelog?
A: All of the above

Q: Which of the following break the oDesk user agreement?
A: All of the above

Q: Which of the following statements about the oDesk Team application are true?
A: All of the above

Q: What do you need to do to ensure guaranteed payment on hourly jobs?
A: All of the above

Q: If you have not done so please download and install the oDesk Team application.
With the client running right click on the oDesk Team icon in the system tray (or doc for Mac users).
Which of the following options is listed first?
A: TeamRoom..

Q: Which of the following statements are correct about oDesk fees?
A: All of the above

Q: Buyers set weekly limits on hourly assignments, how do these work?
A: All of the above

Q: How does oDesk’s dispute resolution policy for work?
A: All of the above

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Interview Preparation

In the April 2000 issue of the Reader's Digest magazine, Nick Corcodilos, a famous headhunter, recounts how Zagorski, a professional seeking a new job, wowed an interviewer at a big corporation and got the job.

Zagorski went for an interview at AT&T. At the outset, even before Zagorski could settle in his seat, the interviewer told him that he had only 20 minutes to spare. Instead of feeling belittled or nervous, Zagorski got up and walked up to the marker board. He then started writing down the challenges faced by the company. Fifteen minutes later, he wrote down his estimate of what he would add to the bottom line. When he paused to take a look at the interviewer, he found him completely dazed. The next thing he heard was interviewer telling him that there was no need for any further interview. The interviewer called in his team, introduced Zagorski to everybody and they began a working meeting, which lasted for two hours.

Most people go to interviews hoping to be questioned and assessed by an interviewer (s). They go anxious and worried, wondering whether they would get the job. People like Zagorski approach an interview with a completely different mind-set. They go well-prepared to demonstrate how they would fit into an employer’s needs and bring value to their business. They go as a value provider, not as a job seeker.

Would you also like to impress your would-be employer just like Zagorski? If yes, the next time when you get an interview call, do not lose any time and get down to preparing a powerful presentation. Here is a road map:

Know the employer
Go to the company’s website and learn about its products and services. What initiatives this company is taking? Who are their competitors and what challenges are they facing? Read the “news” section to pick up the latest happenings there.

Review the job
Next, zero down to the job that you are pursuing. What are the employer’s expectations in terms of responsibilities, actions and goals? Also note the job requirements – qualifications, experience and skills – that the employer is expecting the right candidate to satisfy.

Review yourself
Look at your resume and review the assets you have: your experience, education, achievements, skills, knowledge and strengths.

Prepare a presentation
Having done the homework, now it is time to prepare a short PowerPoint presentation. The presentation should essentially comprise the following parts:

Part 1: About yourself
Prepare a short introduction to yourself in terms of education, experience and achievements.

Part 2: Employer’s business
This part is about showing your understanding of the company’s business: products, services, markets, competition, etc.

Part 3: Employer’s needs
In this part, list all of the employer’s expectations – responsibilities, actions and goals – you will be expected to meet. Also talk about the challenges you will be facing in the job.

Part 4: How would you deliver
This is the heart of your presentation. Demonstrate how you would tackle the challenges and go on to show how not only you can meet the employer’s expectations but exceed them. To make it credible, share actual examples from your past experience and use quantitative information.

On the whole, keep your presentation limited to 10 slides and 15 minutes long.

Practise
The last and final step is to practise delivering the presentation. The more you practise, the more relaxed, confident and convincing you will be during the interview. 

 Source:  Jobstreet

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How To Invest in Stock Market

Investing in stocks is one of the best investments you can ever have if you have the know-how and discipline in managing it.

Stocks are shares of ownership of a public company. The stocks are being traded in a stock market or commonly known as stock exchange.

However, as a private individual we cannot directly buy or sell stocks in a stock exchange. You need to have a stock broker who will buy or sell stocks instead of you. A stockbroker has all the responsibility to trade your stocks in a stock exchange. Your part will be to assign the number of shares and the price you want for a certain stock.

For beginners and first-timer in stock investing, you can learn how to invest in stocks by doing the guidelines below. This is my experience and learning when I opened and invested in stocks.

1. Choose A Reliable And Reputable Stock Broker

 

Stock broker is a company that will be your representative in buying and selling stocks in the stock market. Generally, there are two kinds of stock broker, traditional and online stock broker.

I think online stock broker is the best choice in choosing a stock broker. An online stock broker has a genuine website and platform for stock trading. You will log in to your account using your user name and password and then you can access your online stock account. Some of the most trusted online brokers in the Philippines are Citiseconline, BPI Trade, 2TradeAsia and Metrobank.

2.  Prepare requirements

The requirements will be 2 valid ID and proof of billing. You only need to pass the photocopy of each but you need to present the original copy when requested.

3.  Mail your application forms and requirements or visit the stockbroker’s office

If you are outside the Philippines or very far from Metro Manila , you can mail your application forms and requirements to your stockbroker’s address. If you want to be sure that your mail will be received by your recipient, you can use DHL, LBC or Air21.

4.  Transfer initial deposit for your account

After your approval of stock trading account, you can now put money to your account by depositing money to it through direct deposit or bills payment online. For Citiseconline, the minimum initial deposit is P25,000.

5.  Start to buy profitable stocks

Since you are beginner, just choose those stocks that are actively traded and included in PSE Index. Choose stocks that gives good dividends and strong companies.

6.  Buy and hold

After buying the stocks you chose, hold it for sometime maybe one month until you can gain 10% or more once you sell it.

Investing in Philippines stocks is a good investment for your money if you are patient and willing to learn. Remember that you will only loose money when you sell the stock you are holding. So be sure not to sell the stock when you are going to lose the money you invested.

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How To Teach Your Customer About Your Product

Educating your customers about the products that you are selling online is one of the best ways to teach them to buy from you. The more you know about your products, the easier it is to show potential customers how they can use the product that you are selling. If your customers do not know how to use your product, they will become dissatisfied with your e-commerce business. You don’t want to take the risk of losing them to your competition because they believe that your products do not work.

Here are some ways you can teach your customers to buy

e-Learning Create your own e-learning training for your customers. Brand your training modules in the corporate colors and overall look and feel of your online business. Provide your potential customers with an engaging and professional product learning experience with your online store.

How To Sessions These sessions are little “teasers”, that give just enough information to entice customers to engage in something of interest with your online business that is educational to them. You can use your imagination and come up with something great. A furniture store might teach customers how to brighten their decor and arrange fabrics together, an online clothing store might teach customers how to create an expensive runway look for under $100. All of these will draw in your potential customers by creating a fun learning experience to teach them about what you are selling online.

Newsletters This marketing tool can build relationships with your customers if it is used properly. Do your research and learn what your target audience is interested in, and give them the information they need. Teach them how they can use your product or service to improve something in their daily lives or business. A loose bead business might give tips on how to make necklaces as gifts and simple do-it-yourself hand knots — implying that the customers will buy their beads and tools from your online business.

Post Articles on Social Media Sites and Blogs Offer how-to tips that encourage customers and prospects to read them. By spreading new tips all the time on various social media platforms, you encourage them to look for your latest offering. Also, YouTube is a great way to show a customer exactly how to use your product through video.

All of these undertakings involve a lot of hard work and commitment, and a reoccurring newsletter or Blog posting will help lock you into a regular schedule. These efforts will not go unnoticed as long as they: give customers ideas and confidence, inspire them and excite them, and make their buying decisions easy for them. By building customer understanding you will increase customer satisfaction and improve customer retention for your e-commerce business.

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Network Marketing Tips

Network marketing is not something you should just get yourself into. You have to find out the things you should know and things you should do in order to know how to succeed in network marketing. Here are some network marketing tips you can use if you are just starting out in this business endeavor or you have been in the business for a while now but is not achieving the success you were hoping for.

First of all, you have to find the right company. You have to have a solid foundation when it comes to having a business in network marketing. It is all about finding the right company that fits your personality, your needs and your preferences.

The company you should be joining should have a reputable background, solid experience and it should be offering the market something that it really needs. Get to know the company more by attending trainings, doing your own research and talking to the employees. Profitability is another matter you should look into.

Next, now that you know what company to join, it is time to create a game plan. You should list down your goals and your plan of action for the day, for the week and for the month. It is important to create an outline of your customer base and the products or services you are about to offer. Having a strategy for your marketing system is essential as well.

Network marketing tips for dummies even include lead generation. This step is very important for your network marketing business. You should not run out of fresh market leads to contact and connect with.

You can generate leads by cold calling, asking for reference, using attraction marketing through the internet and by purchasing leads.

Follow these three simple ways to succeed in network marketing and for sure your income will increase in no time

Source:  wikipedia, business blog tips

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Identifying Training Needs

The perception that external training is irrelevant deserves a second thought in view of increasing competition posed by the global market place and recession. Today's globalised economy has led to organisational responses which include drives for quality, technological change and organisational restructuring, which has been the trigger for seeking more cost-effective training.

While internal training such as in-house courses and programmes, on-the-job training, mentoring and open learning are still popular among the Malaysian companies, traditional external training have received criticisms from many companies for its theoretical and academic approach. For example, unrealistic or impractical examples are used to illustrate situation not related to the actual simulation in the workplace. Some courses are believed to be irrelevant as they are not tailored according to employee and job needs.

Hence, it is the need for cost-effective training which has caused the shift away from traditional training over recent years. Cost-effective training is usually work-related and practical by nature. Ideally, cost-effective training enhances the trainee's motivation and understanding, increases their productivity and efficiency at work with a minimum training budget.

As managers increasingly see work-related training to be of importance, budget conscious companies are also aware of problems that arise when training is conducted by external training providers and consultants. There are complaints that the external training are too expensive, while courses provided are insensitive to company's and training needs. Some also find external training disruptive and creating problems rather than solving them.

External training providers should carefully identify the individual company's needs for training and respond to these different needs accordingly. After identifying the needs and problems, training providers should relate the course content to the trainee's work by providing information and hands-on approach to the trainees.

Course content, course time and location are three crucial factors in decision making for training. Managers can request from the external training providers to develop courses where the theory ties to relevant practical examples, at flexible times, and with trainers going out to the workplace as much as possible. In short, training needs of employees must be identified and must not be assumed in order to achieve cost effectiveness for the company. 

Source: Jobstreet.com.ph

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Bring Your Tech Ideas To Life – Without A Tech Background

With a flash of inspiration, you’ve conceived a tech idea that could be a game-changer. Unfortunately, all you have is the idea; the tech know-how to make it happen is completely absent. What should you do?

If this is the predicament in which you find yourself, take heart. You are in good company. Several tech firms, including Squidoo, Yammer and Meebo, were started by founders that didn’t major in computer science or talk PHP code in their sleep. If you are one of those lucky few who has conceived the answer to a tech problem and is entrepreneurial enough to envision a business based on that idea, then this post is for you. Here is how to take your tech idea from a daydream to a successfully executed startup.

Step One: Prove the Concept

I know you love your app idea and cannot imagine that it just might possibly be a dud, but the harsh truth of the matter is that it’s more likely to fail than succeed. So before you waste time and money looking for a developer or technical co-founder, you need to run that big idea through the gauntlet of the following tests:

• Is there a similar product already out there? Chances are, you are not the first person to think of this idea, so it’s important to thoroughly investigate all potential competitors to see how their products compare to yours.

• How does an initial mockup look? You might not be able to program, but you can visualize. Using tools such as Basalmiq, iMockups or Mockingbird, you can quickly create a wireframe version of your app or site. This will allow you to find any conceptual design flaws early on, and enables you to present your idea to users, developers and investors to get feedback.

• What are users’ initial reactions? Your friends and family are unlikely to give you an unbiased opinion, so solicit input from potential users. Find out if they think there is truly a demand for the product or if your idea needs to be modified to better fit market needs. Let these users critique your idea from every angle. As painful as it may be, your final product will be stronger. (Note: If you are concerned about idea theft, have your testers sign a simple non-disclosure agreement.)

Step Two: Self-Education

Once you have determined that your idea is viable, it’s time to prepare for adding team members. While you can hire the talent to compensate for your lack of technical expertise, it is still good to have a basic understanding of what is involved in the development process. It is also helpful to have a solid business plan in place to help you attract top talent ⎯ that’s where the self-education step comes in. Here are some steps to guide you in the process:

• Evaluate your skill sets and abilities. While it can be agonizing, the process of self-evaluation is vital. You have to be prepared, both in knowledge and temperament, to guide the development of this product, so take some time to map out your weaknesses. Then do all you can to grow in those areas and/or determine what types of people you need on your team to bring some balance.

• Learn the basics of the development process. Grab some books on the fundamentals of software engineering and try to understand the ins and outs of the process. You may also want to add some programming blogs to your RSS feed to help you learn the lingo.

• Understand what constitutes good user experience design (UX). Play with every app and website that’s anywhere near the scope of your project. Take notes on what design facets make the experience seamless, as well as which elements don’t work well.

• Determine your minimum viable product (MVP). What is the most fundamental functionality that your app or site needs to have? Call this “version 1.0″ and make a list of every action and click that should go into it. For some great reading on this topic, check out “How to Hire a Programmer” by Derek Sivers.

Step Three: Build Your Team

Now it’s time to bring on a team. If you have been serious about accomplishing the initial legwork, you will have a much better chance of both developers and investors taking you seriously. Here are some points to keep in mind as you build your team:

• Attend networking events in order to find a Chief Technical Officer (CTO). You want someone who has the background and experience to spearhead development. Remember, though, that technical prowess is not the only thing you should be looking for ⎯ personalities are also extremely important. You need to be able to work together harmoniously through the various stresses that life will throw at your business. It is crucial that you get along, because your CTO can make or break your business.

• Hire fellow visionaries. Yes, you do need help; but don’t just settle for anyone. Find people who see your vision and are as passionate about the project as you are ⎯ don’t just hire people who will work for the money and then call it a day. A great place to start is by interviewing some of the software developers available through oDesk.

• Get your development team’s input to help shape the product. It’s always a good idea to make your vision as succinct and focused as possible for your development team (hence the previously discussed MVP concept), but it can also be extremely valuable to share your big idea with the team and allow them to contribute feedback.

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BENEFITS OF VITAL C PRODUCT

VITAL C – the only Sodium Ascorbate Vitamin C using VEGETABLE CAPSULE in the market today, as per BFAD (Bureau of Food & Drugs).

Vitamin C is a must take nutrient to maintain good health and well-being. Man, through the ages, lost the capacity of his body to produce its own Vitamin C.

Therefore, man has to get it from food. When life on earth was simple, good sources of Vitamin C was not a problem.

However, as progress came in, changes in the environment, ways of farming, food processing and cooking, made the amount of Vitamin C in the form of supplements.

VITAMIN C DEFICIENCY IS THE MOST COMMON BUT UNRECOGNIZED REASON WHY PEOPLE DEVELOP AND ACQUIRE DISEASES.

Due to our present lifestyles, there is a big gap between what our body needs and the amount it is getting in terms of Vitamin C. This results in the development of more chronic degenerative diseases even among the young. People, in order to attend to these health concerns, are now moving away from drug based therapies and more towards natural remedies.

Vitamin C is required for the synthesis of collagen, an important structural component of blood vessels, tendons, ligaments, and bone.

In addition, vitamin C is required for the synthesis of carnitine, a small molecule that is essential for the transport of fat to cellular organelles called mitochondria, for conversion to energy (1). Recent research also suggests that vitamin C is involved in the metabolism of cholesterol to bile acids, which may have implications for blood cholesterol levels and the incidence of gallstones.

Vitamin C is also a highly effective antioxidant. Even in small amounts vitamin C can protect indispensable molecules in the body, such as proteins, lipids (fats), carbohydrates, and nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) from damage by free radicals and reactive oxygen species that can be generated during normal metabolism as well as through exposure to toxins and pollutants (e.g. smoking). Vitamin C may also be able to regenerate other antioxidants such as vitamin E.

Ofcourse, for us to take high dosage of Vitamin C is we have to take SODIUM ASCORBATE Vitamin C in the form of Crystalline Granules not just an ordinary for of vitamin preparation that we usually see and bought in the market.

Sodium Ascorbate Vitamin C is a NON-ACIDIC ALKALINE it is an Immune System Booster.

Here in the Philippines, the most popular and best Vitamin C Sodium Ascorbate is a quality product of VITAL C HEALTH PRODUCTS, INC. Why? Because, it is using a VEGETABLE CAPSULE which is safe to sodium ascorbate.

Vital C, is the first alkaline vitamin C preparation in real vegetable capsule. It is made from only 100% pure Sodium Ascorbate crystalline powder (USP) and encapsulated as a 568.18 mg preparation. It is processed with all the care to preserve the potency of this very effective form of Vitamin C.

The use of vegetable capsule is the safest way to encapsulate Sodium Ascorbate crystalline powder. It produces no unwanted chemical interaction with the Sodium Ascorbate.

Vital C is registered with the Bureau of Food and Drugs with Registration No: DRHR-940. It is classified as a drug and a home remedy. It is classified by BFAD as an essential drug and remedy (always needed in the body).

Vital C Health Products, as a company, wants to produce only the best Vitamin C preparation in the market. With a deep understanding of the characteristics of Vitamin C ( Sodium Sscorbate crystalline powder ), it made certain to consider all factors in manufacturing to preserve the quality of the powder and deliver the best product!

Vitamin C preparation comes in several forms. The most common one is ascorbic acid which is the cheapest but has the disadvantage of being irritating to the stomach. This puts a limit to the maximum amount one can take per day. There are several non-acidic forms, but most popular in the country is Sodium Ascorbate - that which is found in every capsule of Vital C.

Vital is a also certified as Halal by the MUASASA'T EHYAH WAH NASS'R ATHORATH IS LAMIE.

BENEFITS OF TAKING VITAL C

-Strong Anti-Oxidant
-Immune Booster/Anti-Allergy
-Strengthening of Connective Tissues
-Natural Anti-Cholesterol
-Prevents Thickening of the Blood
-Strengthens and Dilates Blood Vessels
-Anti-Stress
-Helps Burn Fat
-Liver Cleanser / Detoxifier
-Removes Heavy Metals
-Anti-Virus
-Enhances Fertility

SOME CONDITIONS THAT WILL BENEFIT FROM TAKING SODIUM ASCORBATE

-Mascular Degeneration
-Cataract
-Glaucoma
-Bleeding and Swollen Gums
-Allergic Rhinitis
-Bronchial Asthma
-Pulmonary Tuberculosis
-Different forms of Arthritis
-Slipped Disc
-Thyroid Diseases
-Bruising
-Tiredness
-Skin Allergy
-Low Resistance to Diseases
-Recurrent Cough and Colds
-Hypertension
-Heart Conditions
-Angina Pectoris (Chest Pain)
-Varicose Veins
-Diabetes
-Alzheimer’s Disease
-Parkinson’s Disease
-Poor Memory
-Flu
-Dengue
-Hepatitis
-Various Liver Conditions
-Psoriasis
-Cancer

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CrownLifestyle » Lifetime Privileges | Endless Opportunities

CrownLifestyle.Net is a state-of-the-art e-commerce platform that gives members the freedom, flexibility and unparalleled convenience to earn, shop, save and transact online. Through a transferable lifetime membership, members can avail of a bounty of perks and privileges, hot discounts and great deals, and the opportunity to earn in multiple and meaningful ways.

A world of possibilities is right at your fingertips from divine dining and pampering options, and various sports, fitness and entertainment facilities to exceptional hotel accommodations in six key destinations in the Philippines and more than 6,000 resorts around the globe.

CrownLifestyle.Net is a

• Profit Center

•  Lifestyle Hub

• Virtual Office

• Your ticket to PRIVILEGES & POSSIBILITIES

COMPANY

CrownLifestyle.Net harnesses the power and passion of J. King & Sons Company Inc. a globally recognized company that offers outstanding products and services in key business and leisure destinations. Known for innovation, exemplary service to external and internal customers, and superior financial performance, it is making its mark in the industry through real estate development, hotel operations, health and leisure, and now, e-Commerce.

The company portfolio currently includes new properties, registered historic landmarks, exceptional convention hotels, luxurious resorts and a Spa & Lifestyle club. It also operates drive-in hotels strategically located in key cities nationwide, and indoor sports and fitness facilities, laundry service, condominium towers and prominent vertical developments such as the Fuente Triangle Realty Development, Ultima Residences and CityLoft.


PROFILE

CROWN REGENCY HOTELS AND RESORTS

With the finer points of hospitality and luxury in mind, JKSCI’s Crown Regency Hotels and Resorts is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through innovation and meticulous attention to detail. Since 2003, the company has expanded nationwide, establishing eight upscale full-service hotels in Makati, Mactan-Cebu, Fuente-Cebu, Guadalupe-Cebu, Davao and Boracay Stations 1, 2, and 3. More developments are earmarked for Tagatay, Palawan, Bohol, Iloilo, Bacolod, Cagayan De Oro, and another in Mactan-Cebu.

All Crown Regency Hotels and Resorts developments are members of Interval International, one of the world’s biggest and most established vacation exchange networks. They also boast of state-of-the-art facilities, deluxe amenities, sumptuous dining choices, and warm and exceptional hospitality to make every traveler, from families and tourists to businessmen feel right at home.

For more information visit: www.crownregency.com



FUENTE TRIANGLE REALTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Established in May 2006, Fuente Triangle Realty Development Corporation (FTRDC) develops, manages, and markets condominiums like Ultima Residences, City Loft, and Ultima Prime. It has also successfully launched its condotel development Crown Regency Resort & Convention Center in Boracay.

The company has completed two condominium towers which are Ultima Residences Tower III in Osmena Boulevard and Ultima Residences Tower in F. Ramos Street in Cebu City. Its newest project introduced to the market is the Cityloft Mango and Ultima Prime, Tower IV of Fuente Towers.

For more information visit www.fuentetriangle.com


PRINCE COURT HOTEL AND SUITES

For the practical traveler seeking reasonable daily rates and value for money accommodations, there is JKSCI’s Prince Court Group of Hotels and Suites.

This chain of drive-in hotels was established in the mid-90s and has since expanded to five branches located in Cebu, Manila and Davao. It attracts cost-conscious business and leisure travelers for its exceptional service and amenities.

For more information visit www.princecourthotels.com


CLUB ULTIMA

Regarded as Cebu’s ultimate lifestyle and wellness hotspot, Club Ultima is a business, leisure, beauty and health hub occupying 12 floors of Tower 2 of the Fuente Towers in Cebu. It is also interlinked with the adjacent Crown Regency Hotel & Towers where it hosts 54 executive suites on the 11th to 14th floor.

Club Ultima members get a slew of benefits including access to Power Gym fitness center and Prana MediSpa, a beauty and wellness center featuring state-of-the-art facial and body care amenities including slimming, body contouring and traditional massage services for the best pampering experience. Members may also access the Metrosports Center and use Metrosports Gym and the multi-purpose courts for badminton, volleyball, basketball & futsal. It also has Vertigo climbing wall, bike-spinning area, boxing ring and aero exercise studio. To date, Club Ultima has about 9,000 members from all over the Philippines.

For more information visit www.clubultima.com

 

SKY EXPERIENCE ADVENTURE

Have a superbly thrilling, gravity-defying encounter that will take you on the edge of your seat at Metro Cebu’s most exhilarating attraction to date, the Sky Experience Adventure. Located at the top floors of Crown Regency Hotel & Towers, the tallest hotel towers in the city, Sky Experience Adventure offers 360-degree entertainment for kids and kids at heart.

Here, you will find the Edge Coaster, the world's first amusement ride that goes around the edge of the building and tilts its riders down up to 55 degrees. Recently it launched another set of rides called the Sky Extreme Adventure that consists of the Tower Zip, Sky Lift and Paramount Wall. Expect new rides such as the Vertex, Drop Zone, Cliff Hanger and Sky Gliders in 2012. The Sky Entertainment doesn’t limit itself to all adventure rides. At the 18th level is the country’s only 4-D movie theater where the sights, sounds and feel of cinema come alive.

For more information visit www.skyexperienceadventure.com


METROSPORTS CENTER

Opened in 2003, Metrosports Center is a Mecca for Metro Cebu’s sports enthusiasts and athletes. It has the strongest and most active Badminton membership in the city and boasts of superb sporting facilities with year-round amenities that define the private club lifestyle.
Play in any of its 18-pro badminton courts with Taraflex flooring and almost 2,500 square meters of luxury sports and fitness complex. With its state-of-the-art sports and fitness facilities come personalized service in an atmosphere of unprecedented comfort and convenience.

For more information visit www.metrosportcenter.com


ULTIMA SHARP SHOOTERS CLUB

Launched in June of 2010, Ultima Sharp Shooters Club introduced the first indoor shooting range in the country using MANCOM automated retrieval system. Targets can be programmed for advanced shooters and all rails are bullet resistant.
The range has 9 shooting bays and is managed by trained Range Marshals headed by USPSA Champion, Mr. Reynaldo Abad. Shooters can bring their own firearms or choose from any of the pistols and rifles package of the club. The indoor shooting range is located at the basement 1 of Club Ultima.

For more information visit www.ultimasharpshooters.com


24/7 QUICKMART AND PRICELITE OUTLET STORE

Primarily located at Boat Station 1 in Boracay, 24/7 Quickmart is a general convenience store catering to the resort’s guests and locals. From basic grocery items such food and toiletries to prime electrical items, the store can readily provide these needs. 24-7 Quickmart is also at Crown Regency Hotel & Towers in Fuente Osmena, Cebu and at Crown Regency Suites in Mactan, Cebu.

Following the success of 24-7 Quickmart, JKSCI opened Pricelite Outlet Store in February 2011 in Crown Regency Resort & Convention Center. It offers selected US brand items for as low as Php 99 only.

For more information visit www.247quickmart.com


FIRST LAUNDRY

Established in 1991, First Laundry is a leading laundry and dry cleaning provider with service networks in Manila, Cebu and Davao. With over 15 years of superior service, it was recently awarded membership to the Dry Cleaning and Laundry Institute International, formerly the International Fabricare Institute.

Equipped with the most modern upscale laundry equipment and facilities, it offers the very best care for garments in a timely and affordable manner. First Laundry is renowned for its special attention to detail and customer relations.

For more information visit www.firststeamlaundry.com


CROWN REGENCY VACATIONS CLUB, INC.

Avid travelers, businessmen on the go and families always in pursuit of quality vacations will find great value and opportunities with Crown Regency Vacations Club, Inc. Members can get annual room nights in any Crown Regency Hotels & Resorts and in more than 2,800 member hotels & resorts of Interval International. There are three types of Membership under the vacation club¬¬-- Silver, Gold, & Platinum. The club now has about 2,000 members enjoying its privileges and extensive vacation network.

Membership advantages include:
• Create your vacation plans
• Fixed-cost on future vacation accommodations
• Exciting worldwide vacation experiences
• More quality time with loved ones


CROWNHOLIDAYS.NET

Frequent travelers and vacationers can also take advantage of JKSCI’s very own Vacation Exchange Network called CrownHolidays.Net. Unlike other travel networks, it has its own group of condotel properties in Cebu and soon around Asia to facilitate faster, easier and more affordable accommodation. It is also a member of RCI, a vacation exchange network with access to more than 6,000 hotels and resorts worldwide.

What Can YOU Get from Being a Crown Lifestyle Member?

From being an INDEPENDENT RETAILER member in Crown Lifestyle, you will INSTANTLY get these Products, Privileges and Opportunities:

• Two (2) Hotel Stay Accommodation VOUCHERS for 2 Days & 2 Nights good for 4 Persons at either Crown Regency Hotel (CEBU) or Crown Regency Resort (BORACAY) – (Worth P40,000)
• LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP to Crown Lifestyle and avail ALL the Discounts, Deals, Freebies and Perks offered by THOUSANDS of our Merchant Partners ranging from Restaurants, Gyms, Spa, Entertainment Hub, Hotels and many more! Counterpart for Club Ultima Membership. (Worth P300,000)
• Your own CROWN LIFESTYLE ID CARD which serves as your Discount, Rebates, Points, and Debate Card to be used in Merchant Partners (Worth P1,000)
• PRESENTATION KIT containing your Quick Guide Manual, Marketing Plan Book, USB drive with Video Presentation and Metro Bank Paycard for your Earnings. (Worth P1,000)
• Your OWN SLOT and PERSONAL MARKETING WEBSITE in the E-commerce system which you can use to invite your friends (even abroad!) to earn more POINTS and CASH! The more you invite the BIGGER your EARNINGS! (Worth Px,xxx,xxx)

With Crown Lifestyle, You Can Get These BENEFITS:

• EARN, TRAVEL, SHOP & PLAY. A life of amazing privileges starts here.
• Enjoy dream accommodations FOR LESS. Discover a life of privileges under the CROWN.
• Stay and indulge in some of the finest hotels and resorts in the country and around the world. At CrownLifestyle.Net, you VACATION IN STYLE.
• Gives you access to LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP with no yearly fees. Members are given a personal URL which they will use as a marketing tool for presentation & transaction.
• It’s an ASSET. Since it’s a lifetime membership, it can be transferred, sold, deeded, inherited, or assigned. Subject to payment of transfer fees ( Php 5,000 ).
• Gain unparalleled access to earning opportunities with MULTIPLE REVENUE STREAMS and FANTASTIC FREEBIES and all within your reach.
• Reap the REWARDS of your hard work instantly. Grow and manage your Funds, Referral Points, Reward Vouchers and Repeat Sales Commission at the touch of a button.
• BUY MORE, EARN MORE. Every purchase at CrownLifestyle.Net lets you earn repeat sales commissions and redeemable reward points.

If you want to be part of this business, please send me an email or you can join LEAGUE OF MILLIONAIRE MINDS by visiting CrownLifestyle.Net

 
 
 
 

 

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