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A chilly evening, some fluffy pillows, thick blankets, and loving hugs from the family-Christmas is arguably the sweetest time of the year.

This heartwarming scene can only be elevated by the presence of winter-inspired garlands and a rustic log cabin home.

If you are fortunate enough to be spending Christmas in a log cabin this year, go all out and make your home a true winter wonderland. Whether you are living in a ground-up house or a multi-story apartment building, there’s always a way you can achieve that cozy cabin feel with the right decoration.

Here are some tips on how to achieve that Christmas cozy bliss in your home.

Go white on your fabrics

Great for holidays and regular days, white sheets are simply a classic must-have in your home. From imported wool to local Inabel cloth, there is a variety of fabrics you can use. These soft and light fabrics evoke images of a snow-laden field right inside your home, bringing a touch of elegant simplicity.

Decorate with scents

Capture the magic of Christmas by captivating your nose. Invest in room sprays or candles featuring holiday scents such as Gingerbread cookies, pinecones, and apple cinnamon.

Better yet, buy natural pinecones from your favorite online app and fill your home with a refreshing, earthy aroma that lasts throughout the season. Just make sure to put a container or a piece of cloth right under your cluster of pinecones. These natural pieces of decor shed pieces and may require regular cleaning.

Opt for plaid fabrics

If a white wonderland is not your thing, you can still go the classic route by opting for red and green plaid fabrics. Whether seen on the small ribbons on tree baubles or the large mantel on the dining table, these will definitely bring some holiday cheer into your home.

If you are the adventurous kind, you can mix and match different plaid patterns especially when it comes to throw pillows on your sofas and daybeds. Just make sure that you limit the use of varying patterns so as not to overwhelm your guests.

Hang some wreaths

Less expensive than the traditional parol, this green garland brings the freshness of the outdoors into your holiday home. You can go the budget route and buy artificial wreaths that are often coupled with Christmas lights and decorations.

If you can spare a little more money though, natural, handmade wreaths are worth considering. They bring in beautiful scents of berries and leaves. With their freshness often lasting up to two weeks, you can retain them at home even when they dry up as their colors are pretty much retained.

If you opt for less colorful versions of these, such as eucalyptus wreaths or white floral wreaths, you can even reuse these after the holiday season has ended.

Get a Christmas tree

Perhaps the most widely used Yuletide decoration across the world, a Christmas tree is the best way to breathe some holiday spirit into your home. Natural is still the best way to go, with fresh trees bringing in a whiff of pine scent into your home.

The most practical and easily available route in the Philippines, however, is to go the artificial way. By choosing to buy a ready-made Christmas tree from the store, you can choose your preferred height, color and shape. If your home cannot accommodate a life-sized tree, you can even just buy a couple of miniature versions and spread them out throughout the house. Paired with some pinecones and some fairy lights, they will surely brighten up your interiors with some festive cheer.

Remember what truly matters

Amid all the holiday rush and revelry, remember to take a breather and enjoy your moments with loved ones. Bask in Yuletide bliss by indulging in cozy cabin decor, whether you live in a gorgeous chalet or a cute condominium.

Let your imagination take the reins and have a merry time decorating this Christmas season!

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Katseye has nothing but gratitude after they received their first -Grammy nominations, which the girl group regarded as a dream come true.

The six-member group was nominated in the best new artist and best pop duo/group performance categories of the 2026 Grammy Awards, as announced by the Recording Academy on Friday, Nov. 7.

‘What an absolute honor it is to be nominated for our first-ever Grammy Awards,’ Katseye said in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter. ‘We grew up watching and dreaming about moments like this, and seeing it become real feels surreal.’

‘We’re so thankful to the Recording Academy for this recognition and to all the incredible artists nominated alongside us. We can’t believe this; it’s so inspiring to be in such amazing company,’ they added. ‘Most of all, thank you to our fans, our Eyekons, for supporting us every step of the way.’

For the best new artist honor, Katseye is up against Olivia Dean, The Marias, Addison Rae, sombr, Leon Thomas, Alex Warren and Lola Young.

The girl group earned the best pop duo/group performance nomination for their single ‘Gabriela.’ Other nominees for the award include Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande (‘Defying Gravity’), HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI (‘Golden’ from ‘KPop Demon Hunters’), Rosé and Bruno Mars (‘APT.’) and SZA with Kendrick Lamar (’30 For 30′).

Katseye, also behind the songs ‘Gnarly,’ ‘Touch’ and ‘Debut,’ is a multinational group formed through the survival show ‘Dream Academy.’

The group consists of Sophia Laforteza – who is a Filipino – Megan Skiendiel, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Rajagopalan, Jeong Yoonchae and Manon Bannerman.

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has ruled out the imposition of the minimum 15-percent tariff rate on rice when importation of the household staple resumes in January.

But neither is the agency keen on immediately reverting to 35 percent, the high end of the rice tariff range recently approved by Malacanang.

Its technical working group has until Dec. 15 to determine ‘the right tariff’ to be implemented by Jan. 1, 2026, when rice imports resume.

‘One thing is for sure, it will not be 15 percent,’ Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said in a press briefing on Thursday.

Tiu Laurel said the agency would neither recommend immediately reverting the rice tariff to 35 percent – as some agricultural groups call for – to prevent price pressures on retail prices.

‘Once we start buying, the international price will definitely go up. If we immediately raise to 35 percent and we start buying. consumers will be affected,’ he told reporters.

The Philippines remains the world’s largest importer of rice. ‘Flexible’ policy framework

The Economic and Development Council chaired by President Marcos recently approved the framework on rice tariffs.

‘Starting January 1, 2026, a more gradual and flexible tariff adjustment shall be adopted, with adjustments by 5 percentage points per 5-percent change in international prices, subject to a minimum rate of 15 percent and a maximum rate of 35 percent,’ the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DepDev) said. According to DepDev, the measure complements the government’s decision to retain the 15 percent rice tariff until the end of this year following the Tariff and Related Matters Committee’s recommendation.

‘The TRMC’s recommendation is part of a broader government strategy to ensure stable rice prices and protect both farmers and consumers, while safeguarding macroeconomic stability,’ it added.

Stockpiling

‘Definitely we have to start importing by January because. we have to ensure enough buffer stock for the next harvest season,’ the agriculture chief said.

Based on Executive Order No. 62 signed by President Marcos in June last year, the import duty on rice is set at 15 percent until 2028.

In a separate issuance, the President signed Executive Order No. 102 extending the import ban on regular and well-milled rice until Dec. 31. The moratorium was initially scheduled to end in October. The import restriction, which had taken effect on Sept. 1, was extended to continuously protect local farmers against downward rice pressures from imported rice, sustain market stability and safeguard consumer welfare. Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority showed that the farm-gate price of palay or unmilled rice reached P15.60 per kilogram as of September, down 30.5 percent from P22.43 per kg in the same month last year.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday visited Liloan town and Talisay City in Cebu to oversee the distribution of assistance to those affected by Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi).

Liloan is among the areas hardest hit by the typhoon, with numerous casualties and widespread damage reported, according to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO).

Tiltilon Elementary School in Barangay Cotcot, the first stop of Marcos’ visit to the province, currently serves as an evacuation center for 126 families, or 509 individuals.

‘During his visit, President Marcos distributed family food packs, health kits, hygiene kits, and sleeping kits from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD). The DSWD also provided hot meals to evacuees staying at the school,’ the PCO said in a press release.

Meanwhile, the Department of Health (DOH) in Central Visayas conducted a rapid health assessment at the evacuation center.

Courtesy of Presidential Communications Office

It also provided free medical consultations and medicines, including maintenance drugs, antibiotics, doxycycline for leptospirosis prevention, and anti-tetanus vaccines for those with injuries.

Furthermore, the DOH-Central Visayas carried out a water, sanitation, and hygiene assessment to ensure that evacuees have access to safe and clean drinking water.

‘The DOH also monitors the condition of children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers in the evacuation center to ensure they receive adequate nutrition, including a sufficient supply of breast milk for babies,’ the PCO said.

After his visit to Liloan, Marcos proceeded to the Talisay Sports Academy in Talisay City, where he led the distribution of aid to displaced residents.

As of the morning of November 7, the death toll from Typhoon Tino has risen to 188, with 135 others missing and 96 injured, according to Office of Civil Defense deputy spokesperson Diego Mariano.

Cebu accounted for 139 fatalities, while the remaining deaths were reported in Cebu province (24), Negros Occidental (24), Negros Oriental (9), Agusan del Sur (6), Capiz (3), Southern Leyte (2), and one each in Antique, Iloilo, Guimaras, Bohol, and Leyte.

Mary Mediatrix Medical Center, a tertiary hospital in Lipa City, Batangas, has launched its Institute for Clinical Neurosciences (ICN) to help ease the burden for patients in Southern Luzon.

Based on a study published on BMC Health Services Research, a stroke is the second leading cause of death in the Philippines. Out of an estimated 500,000 who suffered a stroke each year, 87,000 die.

‘The Institute for Clinical Neurosciences is providing neurology expertise to treat stroke and other brain diseases. At the same time, it is bringing in advanced equipment like MRI machines, CT Scans, neuro-microscope for neurological procedures, EMG-NCV machines, EEGs; and an epilepsy monitoring unit,’ said Edna Cuasay, chief of the ICN.

The facility is intended to address the shortage of neurologists in Batangas and nearby provinces as well as provide advanced, high-tech diagnostic and treatment services and research to add to the knowledge resources for brain diseases in the country.

Expanding outside Metro Manila

‘It used to be that the only venues for training neurologists were concentrated in the National Capital Region,’ Cuasay said. ‘However, thanks to the efforts of both government and tertiary hospitals, we are expanding these training facilities outside NCR.

She said that in Southern Luzon, they have only one neurology training facility which is at Mary Mediatrix. The facility has full services to perform procedures that treat both types of stroke, also known as ‘brain attack.’

One type is the ischemic stroke where a blood clot blocks a brain blood vessel. The other type is the hemorrhagic stroke where a brain vessel bursts and bleeds.

‘Time is the most important factor not only in saving a patient’s life but also in helping a patient recover and restore quality of life,’ Cuasay said. ‘When responders, whether emergency personnel, doctors, or loved ones, save time in accessing treatment for a patient, they are saving lives.’

She added that those disabled by stroke will have a greater chance to recover mobility and restore physical and mental functions through medical treatment and therapy.

Through the ICN of Mary Mediatrix, patients from as far as Quezon province or even the Bicol region can now access advanced, effective treatment for stroke and other brain conditions faster.

With the opening of the Institute for Clinical Neurosciences, Mary Mediatrix now has four Centers for Excellence. The other three are the Cancer Institute, Kidney Institute, and Cardiovascular Institute. INQ

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of national calamity on Thursday following widespread damage wrought by Typhoon Tino (international name: Kalmaegi) just as potential Supertyphoon Uwan (Fung-wong) is forecast to enter the country during the weekend.

Uwan was located as of Thursday outside the Philippine area of responsibility (PAR), 1,985 kilometers east of northeastern Mindanao. It was moving westward at 20 kilometers per hour before shifting west-northwest toward PAR.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said its landfall over the Philippine landmass was ‘becoming more likely.’

‘Because of the scope of the problem areas that have been hit by Tino and will be hit by Uwan, there was a proposal from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC)-which I approved-that we will declare a national calamity,’ the President told reporters after presiding over a situation briefing at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City.

‘Because many regions have been affected, almost 10 regions, and 10 to 12 will be affected by Uwan, .if that many areas are involved, with that kind of scope, then it’s a national calamity,’ he added in a mix of Filipino and English.

‘Anticipate well’

The proclamation of a national calamity will enable government agencies to draw from emergency funds and fast-track the procurement of essential goods and services for typhoon victims.

While government efforts are ongoing to assist those affected by Tino, Marcos said preparations were underway for the potential impact of Uwan.

‘Of course, we won’t leave Cebu until everything is in place. It’s the same thing-we’ll do as much as we can to anticipate. Because if we anticipate well and prepare well, we can do a lot to lessen the impact,’ he said.

As of Thursday, the NDRRMC confirmed at least 66 deaths, 26 missing, and over one million individuals affected nationwide.

On the other hand, based on information gathered by the Inquirer from local disaster response officers and government units, the death toll from Tino was already at 150 as of Thursday.

Tino’s rainfall

Explaining the storm’s impact, Pagasa said Tino had unleashed a once-in-20-year rainfall across the Visayas, submerging towns and destroying homes and utilities, making it one of the year’s most destructive weather events.

The weather bureau said it dumped ‘exceptionally intense and sustained rains,’ with 24-hour rainfall totals reaching 428 millimeters in Bagakay, Toledo City; 300 mm in Ilihan, Toledo; and 183 mm each in Danao and Mactan on Monday.

‘These values exceeded the 20-year return period,’ Pagasa said in a report on Wednesday, which indicates that such rainfall is statistically expected only once every two decades.

The slow-moving rainbands of the typhoon overwhelmed rivers and drainage systems, causing flash floods that submerged homes and farmlands just hours after landfall in Southern Leyte.

Entire communities were trapped as floodwaters rose rapidly, forcing rescuers to navigate waist-deep waters to reach stranded residents.

Cebu recorded the largest number of deaths at 93. In Negros Island, 57 people were confirmed dead, and 67 remained missing: 53 in Negros Occidental and 14 in Canlaon City, Negros Oriental.

Dispensed funds

Palace press officer Claire Castro said the Office of the President has released P760 million in direct aid to the affected provinces and cities.

The dispensed funds are broken down into the following: P50 million (Cebu, Capiz, Surigao del Norte, Iloilo, Bohol, Negros Occidental), P40 million (Eastern Samar, Surigao del Sur, Southern Leyte, Antique, Aklan), P30 million (Leyte, Masbate); P20 million (Guimaras, Agusan del Norte, Dinagat Islands), P10 million (Biliran, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon, Misamis Oriental, Negros Oriental, Palawan), P5 million (Albay, Batangas, Northern Samar, Siquijor, Quezon, Samar, Agusan del Sur, Laguna, Zamboanga City, Camiguin, Occidental Mindoro, Camarines Norte, Zamboanga del Norte, Iligan City, Romblon, Manila).

Brace for impact

As affected areas continued to assess Tino’s impact, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Thursday urged local governments to prepare for Uwan.

It ordered local governments to inspect roads and bridges, clear waterways and drainage systems, and stockpile relief supplies in anticipation of widespread flooding and landslides.

‘We cannot be caught off guard. LGUs must take all precautionary steps now-activate disaster councils, prepare evacuation sites, and warn at-risk communities,’ the DILG said in a statement.

Philippine National Police acting chief Police Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., meanwhile, commended the Cebu Provincial Police Office for using drone technology to improve traffic and public safety operations in the aftermath of Tino, underscoring the growing role of technology in disaster response.

Filipino homeowners and design professionals can now experience the essence of Japanese minimalist living as Dexterton unveils its newest showroom at Greenhills Mall featuring miratap, a renowned lifestyle brand from Japan.

The opening marks miratap’s official entry into the Philippine market, placing the country among its growing list of global locations, which include Japan, China, Indonesia, Italy, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam.

Spanning 300 square meters, the new showroom offers an immersive showcase of miratap’s signature design philosophy-where functionality, simplicity, and craftsmanship converge. Each display integrates kitchen systems, vanities, bathroom fixtures, partitions, and other interior elements in a layout that reflects Dexterton’s curatorial expertise and miratap’s timeless aesthetic of ‘intentional living.’ Formerly known as Sanwa Company, miratap rebranded in October 2024 to signal a forward-looking vision anchored in minimalist design and innovation. The name merges mirai (‘future’ in Japanese) and ‘tap,’ symbolizing the brand’s commitment to shaping the next generation of living spaces through adaptable and purposeful design.

According to Taro Yamane, President of miratap, the partnership with Dexterton aligns with the brand’s mission to ‘inspire global markets with design solutions rooted in the purity of Japanese minimalism.’

‘Dexterton shares our passion for creating environments that harmonize form and function,’ Yamane said. ‘Through this collaboration, we bring to a wider audience the philosophy of Japanese minimalism-evolving with the times while staying true to its origins.’

Audrey Go-Liu, CEO of Dexterton, emphasized that Filipino consumers are increasingly drawn to Japanese design principles that prioritize simplicity, precision, and efficiency.

‘We’ve seen a growing demand for sleek, functional, and minimalist living solutions,’ Go-Liu said. ‘Our partnership with miratap allows us to deliver world-class Japanese design to Filipino homes, continuing Dexterton’s tradition of curating exceptional global brands.’

Go-Liu added that this collaboration supports Dexterton’s broader strategy of expanding its design portfolio through exclusive partnerships with international design leaders, a strength also evident in its Bonifacio Global City and Quezon City showrooms.

The miratap flagship showroom is located at the 4th Floor of Greenhills Mall. For inquiries, customers may email [email protected] or visit www.dexterton.com.

The economy of Northern Mindanao region expanded by 6 percent in 2024, driven by continued growth in key urban centers and strong performance in the services and construction sectors, latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed.

The region’s gross domestic product (GDP), at constant 2018 prices, rose to P1.04 trillion, up from P984.17 billion in 2023. At current prices, the value of the regional economy reached P1.27 trillion, reflecting a 7.7-percent nominal growth rate.

The region’s growth in 2024 outpaced its 2023 expansion of 5.2 percent.

The PSA reported that in 2024, Cagayan de Oro City remained the region’s top economic contributor, posting a 6.8-percent real GDP growth and accounting for 28.3 percent of total regional output.

The city’s economy reached a value of P295.6 billion at constant 2018 prices, or nearly P353.5 billion at current prices.

‘Cagayan de Oro continues to drive regional expansion through trade, services and infrastructure investment. Its growth reinforces its role as Northern Mindanao’s primary economic hub,’ said Myrna Perez, PSA regional director.

Meanwhile, Iligan City recorded the region’s fastest GDP growth at 8.8 percent, with its total output valued at P88.5 billion. ‘The surge in Iligan’s industry and construction sectors reflects ongoing postpandemic recovery and renewed [inflow of] private investment,’ Perez said.

Steady gains

Among the provinces, Bukidnon-the region’s agricultural powerhouse-posted a 3.8-percent growth rate, contributing P267.8 billion to the regional economy.

The provinces of Misamis Occidental and Misamis Oriental expanded by 7.5 percent and 5.9 percent, respectively, supported by gains in services and industry.

Camiguin, the smallest province in the region, recorded one of the highest growth rates at 8.6 percent, driven by a rebound in tourism and hospitality services.

Lanao del Norte province grew by 5.3 percent, reflecting gradual improvements in commerce and local industries.

‘We are seeing a more balanced recovery, with both urban and rural economies showing steady momentum.’

With steady economic expansion, per capita income in the region has also increased, from P228,905 in 2023, to P245,917 in 2024.

Residents of Cagayan de Oro had the highest per capita GDP at P476,600, followed by Iligan City at P285,583 and Misamis Occidental at P267,380. This wide disparity explains why the regional center is a magnet for job seekers

The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) in Cagayan Valley has approved a P20 to P40 daily minimum wage increase for private sector workers in the region.

The board set the increase at P20 for the non-agriculture sector and P40 for workers in the agriculture sector, following a series of consultations and public hearings conducted across the region. The new wage order took effect on Wednesday.

Jesus Elpidio Atal Jr., Department of Labor and Employment director in the region and RTWPB chair, said the adjustment raised the daily basic pay to P500 for both non-agricultural and agricultural workers.

Before the increase, the prevailing minimum wages were P480 for non-agriculture and P460 for agriculture.

Exempted from the wage hike are retail and service establishments with fewer than 10 employees.

In a separate wage order, domestic workers or ‘kasambahay’ have been granted a P500 monthly increase, setting their minimum monthly pay at P6,500 across the region, regardless of a city or municipality’s income classification.

Although the board did not receive formal petitions for wage adjustments, it initiated a wage review on June 17 this year to assess and determine necessary changes to the prevailing rates.

Atal said the RTWPB may motu proprio (on its own initiative) initiate a wage review under the Omnibus Rules on Minimum Wage Determination

If you’ve been watching the Philippines recently, you must have noticed two powerful forces rising in parallel: civic protests demanding change and startups pushing for innovation. One speaks the language of activism, the other of disruption.

But at their core, both are movements fueled by belief, powered by people and born from frustration with the status quo.

I recently joined the Sept. 21 EDSA rally. Beyond the chants and placards, I saw something striking: organized chaos. Vendors selling water. Volunteers manning senior stations. First aid tents. No single leader in charge, yet everything moved.

It was coordinated without command.

It reminded me of something many founders overlook: real movements don’t need control; they need more of conviction.

To move people, startups must go beyond product and profit. They must instead organize around belief, identity and change.

We often tell founders to lead like CEOs: structured, process-driven, polished. But in reality, the better model might be the protest organizer: someone who builds without permission, mobilizes without authority, and leads through shared purpose.

Because startups, especially in places like ours, aren’t just companies. They are acts of revolt, challenging what is and imagining what could be.

Here’s a framework for founders who want to build not just a product, but a movement: REVOLT.

R: Rally with meaning

Startups begin with a pitch. Movements begin with purpose.

On Edsa, people didn’t show up for policy points. They came because the cause meant something: freedom, justice, dignity.

It was simple, emotional and powerful.

Your startup needs that same clarity. What are you rebelling against? What future are you building?

Features matter, but belief moves people faster. And when your mission is emotionally resonant, you attract not just users; you attract allies.

E: Empower without permission

Movements don’t scale through hierarchy. They thrive through initiative.

At the rally, no one was managing logistics from a control tower; yet everything functioned. It worked because people felt empowered to act.

Startups often stall because founders try to control every detail. But real momentum comes when others feel trusted to lead, contribute and create.

Design systems that invite participation. Ownership isn’t given, it’s made possible.

V: Value belonging over features

People don’t join protests for convenience. They show up because they feel part of something bigger.

Likewise, customers don’t just want utility. They want connection, identity and meaning.

In the Philippines, relationships are sticky. We buy from those we trust. We support brands that reflect who we are.

Your product can be good, but your community makes it defensible.

Create rituals. Build language. Make your users feel like insiders, not just buyers.

O: Outsmart, don’t outspend

Movements don’t win because they are well-funded. They win because they are fast, strategic and clear on where to strike.

Startups shouldn’t try to match incumbents peso-for-peso.

Instead, look for what they can’t see: neglected segments, hidden pain points, outdated assumptions.

Lean into diskarte, or the creative problem-solving instinct that Filipinos have honed over decades of doing more with less.

You don’t need more budget. You just need sharper insight.

L: Lead through symbols

Symbols make belief visible.

A white shirt. A clenched fist. A yellow ribbon.

These aren’t just visuals; they are shorthand for shared values. They say, ‘We’re part of the same fight.’

Your startup should speak the same visual and emotional language. A logo, an icon, even the way your product looks or sounds, all become signals of who belongs.

Symbols compress complexity into identity. They don’t just sell. They unify.

T: Thrive in uncertainty

Protest organizers don’t just prepare for success. They prepare for resistance: rain, confusion, misinformation, pushback. They print legal hotlines on arms and train volunteers for chaos.

Startups must expect the same. Your app will break. Your cofounder might leave. The market might flip overnight.

Hope isn’t a strategy. Resilience is the plan.

Build scenarios. Have contingency plans. Communicate early and clearly. Protect your team. Keep your mission steady even when the ground shifts.

REVOLT: More than a framework

It’s a mindset and a manifesto for founders who dare to think differently.

Startups in emerging markets aren’t just chasing valuations. They’re fixing broken industries, reaching overlooked communities and offering alternatives where there are none.

In that sense, every founder is a kind of organizer. You’re not just launching a product; you’re rallying people to believe in something new.

REVOLT helps you lead with heart. But belief alone isn’t bullet-proof. Startups are messy. Things break. People burn out. Good intentions clash.

That’s why conviction needs a risk mitigation structure-not to control, but to protect. Build simple systems. Plan for chaos. Keep your core steady, especially when everything around you shifts.

Because if what you’re building really matters, it’s worth keeping it standing when the storm hits.

So don’t just start up. Don’t just scale.

Organize. Reimagine. REVOLT.

Josiah Go is the coauthor of the bestselling book ‘Entrepreneurship: The Four-Gate Model,’ the No.1 entrepreneurship book in the Philippines. Join him and eight other dynamic speakers at the 9th Mansmith Entrepreneur Summit on Nov. 8. The event will be live-streamed via Zoom. Register now at mansmith.net to receive a free copy of the book. INQ