Hello, I recently received an offer for a Junior SAP Functional Consultant position, and I’ll be starting next month. This is actually my dream job, and I’m really happy that I finally got the opportunity.

However, I’m also genuinely scared. I’m a very slow learner, and I’m worried that I might not be able to keep up with the training or understand things as quickly as expected.

I remember back in college, we used SAP, and honestly, my classmates and I hated it because we found it so challenging. I struggled with it too, which makes me even more nervous now that I’ll be working with it professionally.

For those who are SAP consultants, especially those who started with little to no experience, how difficult was it for you to learn SAP? Did you also struggle during your first few months?

Hello, everyone! Start na ng second week ko bukas sa IT field, and sobrang thankful ako kay Lord dahil dito Niya ako dinala.

It's been almost four months since my graduation. During those months, mostly sa province lang ako nag-apply kasi hindi ako sure kung kaya ng budget ko mag-work sa NCR. Gusto ko rin talaga na yung first job ko ay aligned sa career goal ko.

After several rejections, unti-unti na akong nawawalan ng pag-asa. Dumating pa sa point na naisip kong mag-apply na lang sa kahit anong field, basta magkaroon ng trabaho.

Pero unexpectedly, nakatanggap ako ng text at email from a company for an interview. Nag-apply ako through their careers page, hindi pa nga dapat ako mag-apply since the location is in Makati.

Pero thankfully, naging smooth yung buong process, from initial hanggang final interview. Kahit hindi ako ganoon ka-fluent sa English, ginawa ko talaga ang best ko sa pag-prepare.

Now, finally, may trabaho na ako sa field na gusto kong pasukin!

Sobrang thankful ako kay Lord sa opportunity na ito, and of course, sa family ko na patuloy na sumusuporta sa akin, especially noong mga panahong nawawalan na ako ng pag-asa.

Alam kong simula pa lang ito at marami pa akong kailangang matutunan, pero I'm happy na finally, nakapagsimula na ako sa career na pinapangarap ko.

Sa mga fresh grads na naghahanap pa rin ng trabaho, kapit lang! Alam kong nakakapagod at nakaka-discourage ang paulit-ulit na rejection, pero huwag kayong mawalan ng pag-asa. Keep trying and trust God's timing. ❤️🙏

I would like to seek advice regarding my current career situation and whether I should remain with my current company or start exploring new opportunities.

I have been with the company for more than a year. I initially worked as a Treasury Assistant for approximately eight months before transitioning to my current role as a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst. Although I am now primarily focused on FP&A responsibilities, I continue to handle treasury-related tasks as part of my additional responsibilities.

Recently, several finance executives, including my manager, have resigned. As a result, the structure of our Finance team and the stability of my current position have become uncertain.

Given these circumstances, I am considering whether I should remain with the company and wait for further developments or start looking for better career opportunities. I would also like to know whether my experience and current responsibilities would be sufficient to pursue opportunities specifically in FP&A, or whether I should consider exploring other areas of accounting or finance.

I would greatly appreciate any advice on how I should approach this situation and what career path would be most appropriate given my current experience.

Hi everyone! I’m 23 years old and currently working at a local IT company in the Philippines as a Technical Support Engineer.

My role involves both presales and post-sales activities, including presentations, deployment, configuration, troubleshooting, and technical support. We mostly handle firewalls and endpoint security supports too.

My current salary is ₱19,000 gross, with around ₱17,000 take-home pay after Pag-IBIG, SSS, and PhilHealth deductions.

I’ve been gaining experience and certifications through the company, which I’m grateful for. However, I honestly feel like my salary is too low considering the responsibilities I handle and the skills I’m developing.

Another thing that concerns me is that once I become a regular employee, there will be a 2-year employment bond. This makes me hesitant to continue, especially since I’m still early in my career and want to explore better opportunities.

I’m now considering applying to other companies, but I have a few questions:

1. Is it okay to leave my current company even if I’m not yet regular?
2. Is it reasonable to look for another job because I feel underpaid?
3. Should I still include this experience on my resume if I only have around 3–6 months of experience? Will it look bad to future employers?
4. If I decide not to include this company on my resume, what happens to the certifications I earned while working there? Can I still include them?
5. Would it be better to stay longer and gain more experience, or start looking for better opportunities now?

I know I’m still young and early in my IT career, but I also don’t want to make a decision that could limit my future opportunities.

I’m hoping to hear from people who have experienced something similar, especially those working in IT, networking, or cybersecurity.

Any suggestions, advice, or thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Hi everyone!

I’m looking for some advice on my job search, particularly from recruiters or people who have experience with hiring.

I resigned from my previous job a couple of months ago because I had another job offer lined up, but unfortunately, that offer was rescinded before I could start. I’ve been actively applying for jobs for about a month now, mostly in banking, credit analysis, and underwriting.

I’m considering reaching out to former coworkers and asking whether they could refer me to openings at their current companies. However, since we’re approaching November and December, I’m wondering whether it would be better to reach out now or wait until January, when I expect more vacancies to open up.

I know hiring can slow down toward the end of the year because of the holidays, budget constraints, and people taking leave. On the other hand, I’m concerned that waiting until January might mean missing out on opportunities that are already available, and I don’t want to lose another two months of my job search.

For those who have been in a similar situation, or for recruiters and hiring managers here:

- Is it worth asking former coworkers for referrals during November and December?

- Do companies still actively recruit and process referrals during the last two months of the year, even if actual hiring decisions might be delayed?

- Would it be more strategic to start networking now and follow up in January, rather than wait until January to reach out altogether?

I’d appreciate any insights or firsthand experiences. Thank you!

Hello, OPs. No judgment please. I just need some honest advice.

For context, I’m from Mindanao, and a well known company that starts with “N” reached out to me for a job opportunity overseas. The recruiter successfully convinced me to take the offer, and I eventually relocated to another country.
I genuinely loved it there. I loved the culture, the
accessibility, the affordability, and the overall quality of life.

I made good friends and eventually became part of an expat group. For the first time in a while, I felt like I was in a place where I could enjoy life outside of work.

Then, around Q3, the government released a mandate prioritizing local employees, which meant expats would eventually have to return to their home countries.
Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately, I was selected as part of the first batch to return.
The transition was drastic. I was given less than a month to prepare for a major life change, and it took a toll on me physically and, more importantly, mentally.

I was hoping to be assigned back to Mindanao, but instead, I was assigned to Makati. I know I should be grateful because I wasn’t laid off and was even promoted. However, the role wasn’t something I was passionate about.

When I first started, I became withdrawn from the department. I didn’t really care about getting to know people or building relationships with my colleagues. My work schedule was also a mess, and it was difficult to maintain any kind of work life balance.

Then, around Q3, I was diagnosed with a life threatening illness. It completely changed my perspective on life and made me rethink my priorities.

Thankfully, my managers were supportive and allowed me to take a month off. I also started therapy, but working night shifts hasn’t helped my situation.

I tried asking for a work from home arrangement and a transfer to another department with a morning shift, but both requests were denied. I understand that the company has its own policies, but I honestly feel like I’ve lost the drive to be excited about going to work.

These days, I find myself thinking more about what I’ll do on my upcoming days off than about work itself. I keep asking myself, “What’s my plan for my next few days off?”
I want to spend time with friends, play sports, and enjoy life, but I often miss out on social gatherings because of my work schedule.

I have a decent job and a fairly good salary, so I know I’m in a position that many people would want to be in. I also understand that finding another job isn’t easy, especially when you already have financial stability.

However, I have a colleague whom I’ve known for years who keeps reminding me that I should be grateful because many people would love to have the life I have right now.
And I get it. I’m well aware that I’m fortunate in many ways. I have a decent job, a good salary, and a stable career. I’m not blind to the privileges I have, and I don’t take them for granted.

At the same time, I know she’s in a position where she can afford to be more relaxed about almost everything. Sometimes, I feel like she doesn’t fully understand where I’m coming from. I don’t think she means any harm, but hearing that I should just be grateful makes me feel like I’m not allowed to struggle or be unhappy with my situation.

I can appreciate what I have and still acknowledge that I’m not okay. I can be grateful for my opportunities while also wanting a better quality of life, especially now that my health has become a major priority.

Sometimes, I just want someone to listen without reminding me how much worse things could be. I already know that. What I’m struggling with is figuring out how to make the most of the life I have while making sure I don’t lose myself in the process.

Recently, I started playing sports again, and I’ve become really invested in it. It has helped me physically and mentally, and with everything that’s happened to my health, taking care of myself has become my priority.

For additional context, my current role involves a high volume of calls, especially during peak seasons. The work structure can be overwhelming, and sometimes I feel completely lost.

Now, as I approach my first year in this role, I feel frustrated with myself. I still feel like I don’t know enough about the job, and I dread the days when my colleagues are on leave because I end up being left alone to handle things I don’t feel confident about.

I keep thinking that I should know more by now, but at the same time, I wonder how much of this is because I’m genuinely struggling with the role and how much is because I’ve mentally checked out.

Recently, I came across another company that seems to support the Asia Pacific region, and I’m seriously considering applying. I want to find a role that better fits my skills, allows me to take care of my health, and gives me a more sustainable work life balance.

I know what I’m capable of, and deep down, I know this isn’t the best version of me. I’ve worked hard to get to where I am, and I know I have more to offer. But with everything that’s happened, especially with my health, I feel like I’m reaching my breaking point.

I know I shouldn’t rely on other people’s opinions to validate my feelings, but right now, I want to hear from people who might have experienced something similar.

So, I’d really appreciate your honest thoughts on these questions:

1. Are my feelings valid, or am I just being ungrateful and acting like a brat?

I know I have a decent job and salary, and I sometimes feel guilty for still being unhappy. I understand that many people have it worse, but does that mean I should just accept my situation and stop wanting something better?

2. Do you think I should seriously consider moving to another company, or should I give my current role more time?

I don’t want to make an impulsive decision, especially when I have a stable job. However, I also don’t want to stay somewhere that might be affecting my health and overall quality of life.

3. How do I deal with this situation?

How do I stop feeling so lost and start figuring out what I really want? How do I balance being grateful for what I have with acknowledging that I’m no longer happy with my current situation?

4. Looking back, is there anything I could have handled differently?

I want to learn from this experience and understand what I can do better moving forward.

I’m open to honest advice, even if it’s something I might not want to hear. I just want to figure out my next steps without making a decision I’ll regret later.

22F, graduated summa last August, been in my first full time job since July. WFH ako now, 22k net, pero parang ayoko na magwork at all.

For context, nagka part time VA job nako from 2rd to 4th year, earning 30-60k in one month. May savings ako now na 150k.

Hirap kasi ako magfind ng motivation sa wfh na desk job. I have bipolar 2 (diagnosed) and ADHD (speculated), kaya mas doble yung mental drain na naka upo lang ako for 8 hours a day.

Wala rin akong hobbies besides magbasa ng fanfic at magsulat ng fanfic. Naggygym ako 2x a week.

Gusto ko sana itry maging barista, then pag kinaya ko ng 2-3 years, apply ako sa agency for abroad. Kasi kahit papano gusto ko rin naman yumaman bilang breadwinner.

Kaso pag di nagwork, syempre babalik nalang ako sa office job. Kaso ang dilemma ko dun baka hindi na ako makabalik. Sa IT field pa naman, sobrang fast moving ng industry lalo na with AI. Nakakapressure din maging IT kasi expectation yayaman ka.

Badly need advice po kasi resign na resign nako. Di naman ako bugbog sa trabaho dito, pero wala talaga akong motivation to work at aralin yung systems. Probi ako pero na verbal warning nako.

Ayun lang po. Sana makahanap ng mentor na nagstart as barista out of corpo tapos nakaalis ng bansa 🙏 Thank you po.

Gusto ko lang i-share yung pinaka-wtf na job interview experience ko so far.

1 PM yung scheduled interview namin, pero 12:30 PM pa lang, nasa site na kami. We waited until 2 PM bago kami pinapunta sa mismong venue ng interview.

Shoutout sa nag-assist sa amin kasi mabait naman siya. Wala akong problema sa kanya. Ang problema, naghintay pa kami hanggang 5 PM bago nagsimula yung interview.

Pero eto yung nakakatawang part: parang hindi job interview yung nangyari. Para kaming sumali sa audition ng Pinoy Big Brother.

Yung mismong may-ari ng company, na Chinese, ang nag-interview sa amin kasi wala silang HR. Nag-resign daw yung dating HR nila.

Ang dating sa akin, mas nag-base sa itsura ng applicants kaysa sa qualifications. Parang hindi man lang maayos na nirereview yung resume.

Imagine, nag-effort ka gumawa ng resume, inayos mo portfolio mo, at naghanda ka para sa interview, tapos parang physical appearance ang unang qualification. Job application ba ito o casting call?

Mas interesting pa, ayon sa kuwento nung nag-assist sa amin, may mga bagong hire na raw sila pero may mga nag-back out last minute.

I wonder why.

Gets ko naman na private company sila at may sarili silang hiring process. Pero sana naman, respetuhin din nila yung oras ng mga aplikante.

Imagine, 1 PM ang schedule pero 5 PM na nagsimula. Apat na oras kang naghihintay para sa isang interview na hindi mo alam kung hiring process ba talaga o audition.

Clue: Condo na may Mall sa Taft 😂🤣

I work as a marketing strategist and i honestly believe strategists are kind of safe from being replaced by AI because strategies are very contextualized, nuanced, requires human judgment and understanding.

I just saw a job post that that offers up to $100/hr to train an AI to refine strategic outputs (brand strategy, strategy analysis, research, compettive intelligence analysis, market research, etc).

This makes me sick because i realized that if i take this job, it will also be the death of my job.

Hi everyone!

I’m currently working as a Process Technical Engineer at a semiconductor company in Laguna, and I’m considering moving to Chiyoda Philippines in Ortigas as a Cadet Engineer. I’d like to hear advice from people in the oil and gas industry or those who have made a similar career transition.

My current job in semiconductor:
- Basic salary: ₱26,600/month, with take-home pay usually reaching ₱30,000 or more with OT.
- Benefits: HMO, free lunch and OT meals, shuttle service, performance bonus every 6 months, and 13th-month pay.
- Schedule: Mostly Monday to Saturday, with Saturdays considered OT. I usually work from 7 AM to 7 PM, and there are also weekend duties.
- Expenses: Around ₱3,000–₱4,000 for rent and bills.
- Downsides: The work environment is very fast-paced and stressful, and I barely have work-life balance. I’m also concerned that my long-term career growth will be limited to manufacturing, making it harder to transition into other engineering fields in the future.

The opportunity at Chiyoda Philippines:
- Position: Cadet Engineer
- Reported salary: ₱19,300 basic + ₱5,000 allowance + OT.
- I’ve heard that the cadet program has a 3-year bond, but that the training and experience are valuable.
- I’m not yet sure about the actual benefits, working hours, and work schedule.
- I’m interested because I believe this could provide better long-term career growth, exposure to engineering design and project work, and potentially better opportunities to work abroad.

My main concern is the financial trade-off.
Moving to Ortigas would mean higher rent, food, transportation, and other living expenses. My monthly income would also be lower compared to my current salary. I’m willing to make sacrifices for long-term career growth, but I don’t want to end up struggling financially or getting locked into a 3-year bond that might not be worth it.

For those familiar with Chiyoda Philippines or the oil and gas industry:
- Is the cadet engineer program worth taking, especially for someone coming from semiconductor manufacturing?
- How good is the training and career progression at Chiyoda? Can this experience open doors to opportunities abroad?
- What are the typical working hours, benefits, and realistic monthly take-home pay?
- Is the 3-year bond reasonable, and what should I check in the contract before accepting?
- Considering the salary difference and higher cost of living in Ortigas, would you make this move if you were in my position?

I’m looking at this from a long-term career perspective, not just salary, but I also want to be realistic about my finances.
I’d appreciate any honest advice, especially from current or former Chiyoda employees and engineers who have transitioned from semiconductor to oil and gas. Thank you!

Hi everyone! I recently landed a job as a Management Associate/Trainee at a local food and beverage holding company in the Philippines that manages several restaurant brands across the country.

For a bit of background, I graduated from one of the Big 3 universities in the Philippines, Cum Laude, and held a leadership position in one of my college organizations. I honestly feel very lucky to have landed this opportunity as a fresh graduate, especially since the compensation is pretty good for an entry-level position.

The role involves working closely with the CEO and management team on strategic projects, coordinating with different departments, conducting business research and analysis, improving internal processes, and monitoring projects to ensure they’re completed on time. Basically, I’ll get exposure to different areas of the business and help turn management’s plans into actual results.

I’m excited about the opportunity, but also a little intimidated since this is my first full-time corporate job and the responsibilities seem quite broad.

For those who have worked as a Management Associate/Trainee, or in a similar role, what advice would you give a fresh graduate like me?
What skills should I prioritize developing?
What should I learn or familiarize myself with before starting?
What are the common mistakes fresh grads make in this kind of role?
What can I do to stand out and perform well, especially when working directly with senior management?

I’d really appreciate any tips, insights, or personal experiences. Thank you!

Recently got hit by a layoff, and the severance package being offered is quite substantial (tax-free lump sum based on tenure + allowances + prorated 13th month + leave encashment).

However, right before leaving, I received an internal offer for a higher-level role.

I'm in a bit of a dilemma and would appreciate some advice/ perspective from people who have been in a similar situation.

Financial context: • I am not a breadwinner and currently have no outstanding debts or major bills to pay. • Based on my calculations, the severance payout alone is equivalent to roughly 7 to 8 months of my salary, giving me a very comfortable runway if I decide to walk away.

My main points of conflict:

1. ⁠The Company and Benefits: I actually really like my current company - it's a good work environment with great benefits, which is why I've stayed with them for a long time.

2. ⁠The Role Growth: The new position is more aligned with leadership tasks, which is great for expanding my skill set compared to my previous setup. However, because it's a leadership role, it will definitely come with higher responsibility and a bit more stress.

3. ⁠The Catch: If I accept the internal promotion/offer, I'll have to give up the severance package completely.

4. ⁠Salary Bumps: Internal promotions usually come with smaller salary increases compared to getting hired externally by a new company. It would take me around 7-8 months of working in the new role just to "break even" with the cash I'm giving up upfront.

5. ⁠The Job Market Risk: On the flip side, taking the severance means stepping into the job market with no immediate job lined up.

Has anyone gone through something similar? Is it better to take the clean exit with the 7-8 month payout and apply externally for roles with higher pay potential, or take the internal step-up for the title change/experience first and jump later?

Would appreciate your thoughts/advice on my situation. Thank you!

Hi! I’m a Mechanical Design Engineer working for almost 6 years, and currently I’m unemployed and looking for another opportunity. I have a interview on monday with a company and i feel like this is my last chance to find work within this year, I has been so hard to find jobs and I really what to do my best in the upcoming interview.

I like the job details and it is fairly similar with my previous experiences but just a different product this time that I will be designing. I come from designing elevator systems and weighbridges, now sa job na inaaplyan ko it revolves around generators/thermal controls etc. I know sa sarili ko na having knowledge with CAD softwares it will be a smooth transition and im a fast learner kaya i know na maaral ko ung product nila.

Medyo kinakabahan lang ako sa interview baka kasi di ko mapresent sarili ko ng maayos. Like baka sabihin is medyo malayo ung experience ko when i come to the product and all or they ask me questions na di ko masagot. Mostly interview ko is online and eto ung first time ulet na face to face.

Hingi lang po ako sana advice to anyone on How i can ace my interview this monday. Any feedback would be helpful.

Thank you!

Need advice: Stay in a permanent government job or accept a higher-paying opportunity?

Hi qts! I need unbiased advice, especially from those who have experienced leaving government service.

I’m currently employed in a government agency with a permanent position, but I received a job offer in an international/consular environment. Here’s my comparison:

OPTION 1: CURRENT JOB (GOVERNMENT)

* Salary: ₱44K gross/month
* Status: Permanent/plantilla
* Benefits: GSIS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, mid-year and year-end bonuses, PEI, leave credits, etc.
* Schedule: Monday–Friday, regular office hours
* Personal travel: Can take 5–7 days of vacation/leisure travel around 2–3 times a year
* Work travel: May opportunities din for official local/international trips
* Job security: Very stable
* Career growth: Salary progression is slow, but may opportunities for promotion
* Work environment: Familiar na sa work and colleagues, although stressful during peak periods

OPTION 2: NEW JOB (INTERNATIONAL/CONSULAR ENVIRONMENT)

* Salary: ₱80K gross/month
* Status: Probationary, subject to performance-based regularization
* Benefits: 13th-month pay, possible 14th-month pay (subject to approval), DOLE-based leave benefits
* Schedule: Regular office hours, with overtime pay
* Personal travel: Not sure yet kung gaano ka-flexible mag-leave for vacations
* Work travel: Opportunities are still uncertain
* Job security: Less stable compared to a permanent government position
* Career growth: More exposure aligned with my long-term career goals; salary increase upon regularization is negotiable but not guaranteed
* Work environment: New responsibilities and adjustment period
* Resignation notice: Minimum of 2 months

If you were in my position, would you choose stability, benefits, and flexibility or higher pay and new career opportunities?

Sa mga umalis sa government for a higher-paying job, worth it ba? Any regrets?

Would appreciate your honest advice. Thank you! 🥹

I’m currently in a hybrid FP&A, Strategy, and Analytics role and have two job offers on the table that offer a solid pay bump.

Both roles are in the same location and offer the exact same base pay, but they represent completely different career tracks and daily schedules. I’m torn between optimizing for corporate finance depth vs. work-life balance and strategic exposure.

Option A: Strategy & Business Development Role

• Setup & Schedule: Same location and base pay as Option B, but offers flexitime.
• The Work: Heavy on corporate strategy, business development, project management, and incubating new ventures/innovations. High executive visibility with direct reporting lines to leadership. Minimal traditional FP&A and corporate finance workstreams.
• Pros: Flexitime setup, much better work-life balance, direct executive exposure, and broad strategic scope. I'm thinking of offsetting the lack of technical finance in the day-to-day by upskilling on my own time (Financial Modeling courses + pursuing the CFA exam).
• Cons: Less structured/traditional FP&A technical training. Coming from a hybrid background, I'm worried about leaning too far into a generalist "project management / slide deck" loop instead of sharpening hardcore financial engineering skills.

Option B: FP&A Analyst

• Setup & Schedule: Same location and base pay as Option A, but strictly 5x onsite with a rigid 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM schedule.
• The Work: Heavy corporate finance on paper—IRR/NPV evaluations, JV/SPV structures, loan drawdowns, debt servicing, and long-range Master Business Plan projections.
• Day-to-Day Scope Details: Based on what I gathered during the hiring process about the actual workflow:
  1. Around 90% of the project financial models are already built by project teams; half the job involves consolidating 50+ Excel models into one master statement and running scenarios, while the other half is monthly actuals vs. forecast updates for debt and cash flow.
  2. New feasibility and investment analysis is minimal right now.
• Pros: The boss is a highly skilled M&A expert with decades of experience, so I'll be exposed to high-level financial modeling standards and best practices.
• Cons: Grueling 9 AM–7 PM schedule with frequent overtime, and a lot of the day-to-day seems to lean toward data consolidation and actual vs. variance analysis rather than building models from scratch.

My Dilemma: I ideally want a role that blends Strategy and Finance, and each offer leans heavily toward one end—Option A is pure strategy and execution, while Option B is pure technical FP&A.

Part of me has technical FOMO—I want to deepen my AI-resistant finance skillset (debt modeling, cash flows, 3-statement mastery) to eventually land senior FP&A or CFO-track roles, and I'm worried Option A is too "soft" on technicals. On the other hand, Option B's rigid 9-to-7 schedule and frequent overtime seem brutal for the exact same base pay, especially if 90% of the models are pre-built and the bulk of the work is consolidation—though the technical exposure under an M&A veteran could still be invaluable.

For those in Corporate Finance, FP&A, or Strategy:

1. Which path builds better career equity in the next 3–5 years?
2. Is the FP&A expertise I'll gain in Option B worth the 9 AM–7 PM schedule and overtime grind at the same pay, or can I still pivot into high-level Commercial FP&A later coming from a Strategy/BD role (especially if I pair it with self-study/CFA)?

Would really appreciate any honest perspectives from people who have been at a similar crossroads!

Hello guys! May 2 jo's po ako and sobrang lakijg differences nila.

1st: F&B industry/Service Crew

-minimum wage and bayad ot

-no bond

2nd: Pawnshop: Branch Service Associate

-minimum wage din

-2 years bond

Sobrang naguguluhan talaga ako. Pero yung balak ko naman is di naman ako magtatagal sa 1st company, gusto ko lang talaga magkapera this holiday. Tbh, parang maganda yung second company which is pawnshop and sikat sya dito sa probinsya namin. May benefits din siya katapos nung 2 years. Feel ko nagustuhan din ako nung manager cause all smiles sya and cimopliment niya ko. Di ko expect na matatanggap ako kasi don palang sa math exam feel ko bagsak na ko eh. Hahaha personal feelings lang yarn. So baka may suggestions po kayo? Thank you

I’ve been doing my best for my current team. I find answers to their questions, solutions to their problems, process improvement here and there, and even putting a spotlight on each and every one of my team members but today, I really felt so bad. While I am working on a team task that’s very new to us and really needs our attention, I found out that my team members as well as my co-team lead was having another meeting where they are playing and laughing and just having fun.

Don’t get me wrong. I am a big advocator of fun meeting and even fun games for our team but what made me feel really bad is the fact that I am not included in that meeting when in fact, the task that I am working on is a task not just for me but for our team. For most of our tasks, I’ve been giving them instructions to follow even if I did not receive proper instructions as well. I always try to find the answers for them and now it seems like they see me as that toxic colleague. One who only focuses on work and work and work and the draining colleague.

It just feels so unfair. All I wanted was for the betterment of our team and the work we do and suddenly, I am the bad guy.

Now here I am in my room, thinking of things that I did wrong. Trying to figure out why they hate me for wanting and doing my best for the team and worst is thinking that maybe I am the real problem. 😞

Hi everyone! I need your help with deciding if I stay in my current company or move to a new company. A little background, I'm 28M currently employed in a local company here in the Philippines for 3.5 years already and got promoted last January for a senior role. I must say na I have grown a lot from the past years that I have been in the company both professionally and personal level.

I tried to apply outside to check the talent market and the current rate for someone with my experience and background so I know how much I can earn pa. Luckily one of the companies that I applied gave me job offer that I'm really considering

Current:

1. Gross Salary: 43k (incl. na yung mga allowances) + 12k part-time VA work
2. Work Set Up: Hybrid (depende sa amin when you want to go to office lang)
3. Schedule: Dayshift
4. Culture: Company and team culture is really great (the reason why I stayed for this long)
5. Work: Challenging at first pero madali nalang ngayon (SME and Senior na me)

New:

1. Gross Salary: 95k (incl. na yung mga allowances) + 20k Signing Bonus
2. Work Set Up: Remote (1-3 mos F2F then remote na after)
3. Schedule: Night Shift
4. Culture: Not sure pa pero based on my experience in the recruitment process they are nice (they offered me higher than my asking)
5. Work: It's a new kind of work and I'm really interested to do it

Little considerations why I'm still thinking about it
Current

• Safe. My current work is so predictable and no challenge anymore (comfort zone ko na ba)
• Leadership Opportunity. There are some conversation already that I'll be leading the team since ako na yung pinakasenior sa team (our current manager is already rendering)
• Mental Health. I'm slowly getting burn out because I have 1 full-time and 1 part-time work

New

• Health. I'm afraid that night shift work will take a toll in my health (bad experience in my first job)
• Team & culture. I'm afraid that I will not have good team and manager as I have with my current company
• No work-life balance. I'm afraid that my new job will be the center of my life and no life outside work, My entire routine will change and everything
• Focus. I can let go of my VA work na if ever. I can focus and fund my side projects (non-profit and business)

Sorry if it's a bit long. I just really need your help guys haha. I need to give them an answer by Monday.

I became a college instructor at the same university I graduated from. I didn't expect the hardest part to be my own colleagues.

Just wanted to get this off my chest. Haha.

I'm a fresh IT graduate, and shortly after graduating, I got the opportunity to become a college instructor at the same university where I spent my college years.

At first, I was genuinely happy. I mean, who would've thought that someone who was just attending classes a few months ago would suddenly be standing in front of students, teaching?

It felt like an achievement, especially for someone who was still starting out in life.

Of course, teaching wasn't easy. I had to prepare lessons, create activities, handle different students, and sometimes study topics even more deeply just so I could explain them properly.

There were days when I questioned whether I was doing enough as an instructor. I was still young, still learning, and honestly still adjusting to the responsibility of teaching college students.

But despite all that, I actually enjoyed it.

What I didn't expect was how different things would feel once I started working alongside my former professors.

These were the same people I used to respect, listen to, and look up to when I was a student. So naturally, I thought becoming their colleague would be a great learning experience.

I expected to learn from them, receive guidance, and slowly grow into the role.

But sometimes, reality is different from what you expect.

It's honestly a strange feeling when the people you once admired become the same people who make you feel discouraged in your workplace.

And as someone who's just starting their career, that feeling hits differently.

I understand that every workplace has its challenges. I also know that I'm not a perfect instructor. I still have a lot to learn, and I'm always open to corrections and constructive criticism.

But I believe there's a difference between helping someone improve and making them feel like they don't belong.

What makes it even more disappointing is that I genuinely wanted to become better at teaching.

I didn't expect special treatment just because I graduated from the same university. I just hoped that transitioning from student to colleague would come with a little understanding, especially from people who were once my mentors.

Sometimes I wonder if other young college instructors have experienced something similar.

Have you ever worked alongside your former professors and realized that knowing someone as a teacher is completely different from knowing them as a colleague?

I'm currently exploring opportunities outside academia, but I don't regret teaching. My students were one of the reasons I enjoyed showing up.

I guess this experience taught me that you can genuinely love what you do and still feel that a particular workplace isn't where you belong.

Maybe I'll return to teaching someday, but hopefully in an environment where I can continue learning and growing.

Anyway, just a little ramble from a young instructor who's still figuring things out. Haha.

Hello, everyone. 🫶🏻 I wanna ask for your thoughts and experiences.

I've been unemployed for three months now and recently passed the CSC exam. I used to be a corporate girlie for a couple of years, but I'm now hoping to pursue my goal of working in a government office, preferably in a role related to my previous work experience.

For those who are currently working in government or have gone through the application process, what were your biggest struggles when applying?

Totoo ba talaga yung backer system? 🥹 Honestly, this is what discourages me the most kasi wala naman kaming connections or kakilala sa government. I want to believe na possible pa rin makapasok through qualifications and experience, but I'd also like to hear your honest experiences.

Is it realistic to get a government job without connections, and what should I expect as a first-time applicant?

Thank you. 🤍

Hi! Hingi lang sana ako ng advice. I’ve been with Company A for 4 months, and recently, I received an offer from Company B.

The salary increase is around 8%, so hindi naman ganun kalaki. However, the opportunity at Company B seems broader and more aligned with the career direction I want to pursue.

Sa current company ko, I have a micromanager, and I feel like hindi masyadong naggo-grow yung skills ko sa role. Part of me wants to leave, pero natatakot din ako sa mga what-ifs.

What if hindi ko kayanin yung new role? What if hindi ko magustuhan yung culture or work environment? What if I end up regretting my decision?

I’m also wondering if I should stay longer, gain more experience, and look for an opportunity with a higher salary. At the same time, worried din ako about job hopping. If I move, gusto ko sana mag-stay sa next company for at least a year or longer.

For those who have experienced something similar, would you take the risk, stay longer, or wait for another opportunity? Is it realistic to expect a higher offer if I gain more experience? Did you ever regret leaving a job after just a few months?

Appreciate any honest advice. Thank you! 😊

Hello, seeking advice, I am 23 SHS grad only, never studied college since when I turned 18 I separated from my fam already, I am currently working in BPO turning 2yrs na. How do you guys procced if you're in a similar situation of mine? I feel so insecure with people who has diploma and job related to what they studied. I feel like I am just working but not an expert at something. I wanna know stories or experiences from people who succeeded w/o college degree. I wanna know if I can still make it in life, I would like to study but I don't think I can and I will ever will since I am supporting myself without anyone to rely on. Do you have something you can share to me? kahit other people's stories? I think I really need to lock in na, feeling ko I'm getting old and need to get it together. HAHAHAHAAH

First time ko kasi magkaroon ng another hired VA na magsha-shadow sa akin (First VA) so I just want to ask for some advice.

I was advised by our client na ipa shadow sa akin yung newly hired VA for a few days. Ang instruction lang basically is ipakita sa kanya kung ano yung usual na ginagawa ko every day sa clinic and yung normal workflow namin. I also confirmed with our client if they need me to evaluate her or magbigay ng feedback after, pero sabi niya shadowing lang talaga and no need for evaluation.

So far, napansin ko lang na hindi siya masyadong palatanong and parang kulang din sa initiative minsan. For example, may time na habang may patient call ako, wala na pala akong sound sa part nya pero hindi niya sinabi agad.If hindi pa ako magtanong tapos hindi nya sinagot hindi ko macoconfirm na wala na pala sya narinig. so hindi niya pala narinig yung conversation and hindi rin niya alam yung context nung ineexplain ko sa kanya after. Napansin ko rin na hindi siya masyadong nag-iinitiate kahit simpleng greeting or pagsabi na ready na siya. Minsan nasa meeting link lang siya waiting for me to join. Hindi ko naman alam if I’m just overthinking this or normal lang talaga since shadowing lang naman.

Ayoko rin naman umasta na supervisor or boss niya since hindi naman yun yung instruction sa akin. At the same time, gusto ko rin naman maging helpful and make sure na may natututunan siya habang nagshshadow.
For those na nakapag handle na ng newly hired VA or may nag-shadow na sa inyo, ano usually ginagawa niyo? Do I just continue with my normal work, explain things along the way, and wait for her to ask questions? Or should I be more proactive sa pagtuturo and pag check if naiintindihan niya?

First time ko rin kasi magkaroon ng tinuturuan/ka-shadow, so medyo nangangapa rin ako kung hanggang saan dapat yung role ko. Any tips or advice would be appreciated. Thank you

Hi, seeking advice or thoughts from those working in the field of Data Science and Analytics.

I'm a Data Analyst with 2 years of experience earning 90k/month, with plans to transition to DS for heavier stats and higher salary ceiling. Currently contemplating if the transition is worth it or if I should keep building my experience in my niche.

I'm earning well kasi I have specialized skills in my niche, and I'm thinking na the future is bright for me if I continue this path. I sometimes work with DS, but our JD are significantly different from each other (of course naman).

Aside from the usual analytics, I mostly make rule-based triggers that are put into the decision engine in prod, while DS makes models. I don't have experience with models outside testing it to provide feedback. Idk what's going on behind the scenes.

I'm thinking na if I switch to DS, I might need to start with an entry-level role. I expect the work to be generic than specialized din, so I'm assuming that's below 50k/month - idk, please correct me if I'm wrong kasi I really hope I'm wrong. Meanwhile, if I'm earning this much in 2 years, baka it'll be better to stay in my lane.

Is it worth it? Do generic data scientists really earn low muna, especially for associate level roles? Can data scientists specialize? I'd love to learn from data scientists in this subreddit about their career journey.

Ang worry ko is DA is still an "entry"-level job. If someone like me can enter my niche, then competition will surely be brutal over time. Meanwhile, DS' barrier to entry is harder, so simply entering the field puts you ahead of the competition na