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Another year is here, and we have yet another set of new year’s resolutions. Did you know that the failure rate of new year’s resolutions is 80%? How do we change this for the better? Continue reading to find out.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Philippine businesses is tremendous. The hardest hit is micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). In fact, around 70% of MSMEs had no choice but to close down. However, more than 73,000 online businesses registered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) between March and August, showing a shift in how Filipinos do business. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur looking for a viable business option or an established business owner looking to pivot your existing one, here are some consistently high demand products and services to take inspiration from.

The initial costs of starting a new business can be too much for the modern-day Filipino business owner, and not to mention that a huge portion of the initial setup cost is allocated for the establishment of an office space to help begin the business registration process. However, there are different ways one can lower the initial setup cost when it comes to office space & one of these is to get a virtual office. But first, what is a virtual office?

The Philippines remains one of the top travel destinations in Southeast Asia. Beautiful beaches, a growing economy, and the gracious hospitality of the people are some of the most magnetic points about the Philippines. It is integral to know your legal obligations, laws, and regulations, so seek legal representation or counsel prior to making the jump. As a foreign national, there are several other options for you to stay here as a resident and set up shop. Read more to find out about setting up you business in the Philippines!

Many companies are now seeking to do flexible work and remote work arrangements. Yet, many countries such as the Philippines still do not have the infrastructure in place. In most Philippine households, internet connection is unreliable. Two or three generations living under one roof in many Philippine households. Work from home may not be the ideal solution for most. During the new normal, coworking spaces will be key to business survival.

Due to COVID-19, businesses have accelerated migration into remote work. As lockdown measures eased and the economy is starting to open up, some companies have seen the benefits of remote work and making a permanent change to move their operations online.

On COVID19 post-pandemic recovery, what is the role of co-working spaces and how will it affect the future of work in the Philippines and in particular, Cebu?

COVID19 has forced all of us to take a step back but now, it’s time to continue. Find out how we’re moving forward as a co-working space & office space provider in Cebu City.

Many companies are now seeking to do flexible work and remote work arrangements. Yet, many countries such as the Philippines still do not have the infrastructure in place. In most Philippine households, internet connection is unreliable. Two or three generations living under one roof in many Philippine households. Work from home may not be the ideal solution for most. During the new normal, coworking spaces will be key to business survival.

Should companies in Cebu City & the rest of the world move towards getting flexible workspaces for their workforce? In the era of the new normal, the ease of flexibility, availability of both short-term and long-term leases, and relaxed working environments are now important factors one must consider before getting an office space.