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I reached P100,000 monthly personal income at age 32! :)

Since I started working for my own and for my family in 2010, I never got a chance to have a 6-digit amount of money into my hands - not until I was able to sold a social media account for P300,000, a one-time deal in 2018.

I started my career as a call center agent in BPO industry earning at least P16,000 to P24,000 including taxes and government premiums. With inflation and the ongoing hike of the prices (food, products, rent, services and transportation) in the Philippines, everyone just like me needed another hustle or extra job to earn more and to cope up.

In 2018, I finally ended my 8-year long day job (mostly night job since I clock-in graveyard shifts) when me and my wife started to raise a family with our daughter. Our decision to be with her all the time, to be hands-on in raising her, and to witness every life event with her, did a big impact to my career - to become a full-time dad while being a part-time blogger.

With these big decisions in life, I didn't know that my life was just beginning to get better career-wise and financially while I spent more time with my family. :)

HELPFUL ITEMS YOU CAN USE TO SAVE MONEY!

Here's my list of useful items for you to save or earn money wisely:

Coin banks
Informative books about money, saving and investments!
Money organizer

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ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND PESOS

In the past 4 years, I gambled with my career, and with uncertainties, I earn money INCONSISTENTLY on a monthly basis. But the fact that I have UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITIES with what I do now, it just fuels me to continue and face challenges to achieve more financially.

As we ended the month of September, I was able to earn an accumulated amount of P100,000 from several sources. :)

WHAT ARE MY SOURCES OF INCOME?

As of writing, I have at least 2 major sources of income:

AdNetworks (such as AdSense and MGID)
Affiliate Marketing

ALSO READ: 8 Ways to Monetize Your Blog

AD NETWORKS

Here is the breakdown amount I earned from ad networks for the month of September 2022 (approximate conversions to PHP):

Google AdSense - P28,000
AdSterra - P7,500
Purple Ads - P1,500

My AdSense earnings in September 2022

My Adsterra earnings in September 2022

AFFILIATE MARKETING

Here is the breakdown amount I earned from affiliate marketing for the month of September 2022 (approximate conversions to PHP):

Shopee - P53,000
Agoda - P11,000

My Shopee earnings in September 2022

My Agoda earnings in September 2022

I also get some payments from another affiliate marketing platform called, "12go.asia" where I occasionally get paid a minimum amount of P500.

Other sources of my income are coming from promotional social media posts, photography and online services where I earn minimal (P5,000 to P10,000 a month).

SOCIAL MEDIA MENTIONS / PROMOTIONAL / POSTINGS

Here is the breakdown amount I earned from social media promotions for the month of September 2022 (approximate conversions to PHP):

Facebook - P5,500

For online service, me and my wife worked together with her foreign client to fulfill some of tasks and assignments within a month. The worth of hours I spent (not including hers) for these tasks is approximate amount of P20,000/mo.

IF I DID IT, YOU CAN DO IT, TOO!

I'm closing this little celebration of mine with a thought that might change your life. Sometimes, you just need to go out of your comfort zone to find what you really desire. Opportunities are everywhere. You just have to grab it when you have it. Everything is possible. :)

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I Earned P100,000 Income In September 2022 (And Here's How I Did It)

By JDC Friday, September 30, 2022

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The newest and the nearest Santorini and Bali in Metro Manila!

My team from (Three Point Five Solutions) was lucky enough to get to experience a nice and cozy staycation at Casa Artorbias last week in Cainta, Rizal.

This place will bring you to 2 of the popular destinations in the world without you leaving the country!

CASA ARTOBIAS

Opened in 2021, Casa ARTobias offers not only an IG-worthy Airbnb rooms but a place for you, your family and friends to get together the most convenient way possible!

Entering Casa ARTobias Santorini

Situated along Ortigas Ave. Ext. in Cainta, Rizal, it is just a few minutes walk from Primark Town Center with SM Hypermarket, fast-food restaurants and convenience store.

It's a perfect option to unwind and bonding with your love ones without traveling far away from the metro!

WHAT TO BRING FOR CASA ARTOBIAS STAYCATION

Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:

Stylish face mask
Water container/tumbler to rehydrate
Travel backpack / luggage
Reusable vacuum storage packs
Selfie stick
Acion cam
WiFi kit
Power bank

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Casa ARTobias features TWO unique and stylish Airbnb units for your next staycation:

SANTORINI

Casa ARTobias boast one of their stylish units with the feels of the famous vacation place in Greece, the Santorini! Aesthetically covered with blue and white colors, every spot in the room is Instagrammable!

Casa ARTobias - Santorini

Casa ARTobias - Santorini features:

Can accommodate up to 6 guests
1 bedroom with 2 beds
1 private bath

BALI

Casa ARTobias will bring you to another popular travel destination found in Southeast Asia - Bali, Indonesia. Just like Santorini, this room is picturesque and filled with furniture that will give you the vibe of summer.

Casa ARTobias - Bali

Casa ARTobias - Bali features:

Can accommodate up to 4 guests
1 bedroom with 2 beds
1 private bath

Here's what to expect at Casa ARTobias (both Santorini and Bali rooms):

Scenic views

Mountain view
City skyline view

Bathroom

Bathtub
Cleaning products
Shampoo
Body soap

Bathroom in Santorini

Bedroom and laundry

Essentials
Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
Bed linens
Extra pillows and blankets
Room-darkening shades
Clothing storage

Entertainment

Ethernet connection
32" HDTV with Netflix
Game console: PS4

Free use of console games PS4 in Bali

Family

Board games
Babysitter recommendations

Heating and cooling

Central air conditioning
Ceiling fan

Home safety

Security cameras on property
Guard house, Lobby
Smoke alarm
Carbon monoxide alarm
Fire extinguisher
Lock on bedroom door
Private room can be locked for safety and privacy

Beds in Santorini

Internet and office

Wifi
Dedicated workspace

Kitchen and dining

Kitchen
Space where guests can cook their own meals
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cooking basics
Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
Dishes and silverware
Bowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc.
Freezer
Induction stove
Hot water kettle
Rice maker
Dining table

Kitchen in Bali

Location features

Private entrance
Separate street or building entrance
Laundromat nearby

Parking and facilities

Paid parking on premises
Private living room

Services

Pets allowed
Assistance animals are always allowed
Long term stays allowed
Allow stay for 28 days or more
Self check-in
Building staff
Someone is available 24 hours a day to let guests in
Cleaning before checkout

HOW TO BOOK A STAY AT CASA ARTOBIAS

There are TWO (2) ways to book a stay at Casa ARTobias:

Via Airbnb
By sending a message thru Facebook page

How much are the booking rates?

Here are the booking rates for both units from Airbnb:

Casa ARTobias - Santorini: ₱1,800++ per night (for up to 6 guests)
Casa ARTobias - Bali: ₱1,600++ per night (for up to 4 guests)

Click the link to redirect to Airbnb page.

HOW TO GET TO CASA ARTOBIAS

For those who are planning to commute via public transport, the best way to go to Casa ARTobias is by taking a bus or a jeepney en route to Antipolo (Tikling) via Ortigas Ave. Ext. Drop-off "Valley Golf" then take a walk or a tricycle ride to Building D Valley Mansions Condominium.

For those who are bringing own vehicles, you may follow directions from Waze or Google Maps, just search for "Casa ARTobias". There are pay parking inside Valley Mansions Condominium.

Casa ARTobias

Location: Building D Valley Mansions Condominium Valley Golf Road, Ortigas Ave Ext, Cainta, 1900 Rizal

Facebook page: Casa ARTobias

SEE MORE PHOTOS OF CASA ARTOBIAS BALI & SANTORINI

Acknowledgement: Big thanks to Miss Alyanna for letting us experience a nice stay at Casa ARTobias. :) Also to Basti & Verbs of Three Point Five Solutions for the beautiful photos.

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By JDC Thursday, September 29, 2022

According to the latest bulletin report, PAGASA says super typhoon Karding is moving closer to northern Quezon-southern Aurora area.

Polillo Islands and extreme northern Quezon province now under Signal No. 5.

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Here's the latest update from PAGASA:

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TROPICAL CYCLONE BULLETIN NO. 16

Super Typhoon "#KardingPH" (NORU)

Issued at 11:00 AM, 25 September 2022

Valid for broadcast until the next bulletin at 2:00 PM today

SUPER TYPHOON “KARDING” INTENSIFIES FURTHER AS IT MOVES WESTWARD TOWARDS THE NORTHERN PORTION OF QUEZON – SOUTHERN PORTION OF AURORA

• Location of Center (10:00 AM)

The center of the eye of Super Typhoon KARDING was estimated based on all available data including those from Daet and Baler Doppler Weather Radars at 175 km East of Infanta, Quezon (15.0°N, 123.3°E)

• Intensity

Maximum sustained winds of 195 km/h near the center, gustiness of up to 240 km/h, and central pressure of 920 hPa

• Present Movement

Westward at 20 km/h

• Extent of Tropical Cyclone Winds

Strong to typhoon-force winds extend outwards up to 290 km from the center

TCWS No. 5

> Wind threat: Typhoon-force winds

> Warning lead time: 12 hours

> Potential impacts of winds: Extreme threat to life and property

LUZON:

Polillo Islands and the extreme northern portion of Quezon (the northern and central portions of General Nakar, and the northeastern portion of Infanta)

• TCWS No. 4

> Wind threat: Typhoon-force winds

> Warning lead time: 12 hours

> Potential impacts of winds: Significant to severe threat to life and property

LUZON:

Calaguas Islands, the southern portion of Aurora (San Luis, Dingalan, Baler, Maria Aurora), the northern portion of Quezon (the rest of General Nakar, the rest of Infanta, Real), the southeastern portion of Nueva Ecija (Gabaldon, General Tinio, City of Gapan, Peñaranda), the eastern and central portions of Bulacan (Doña Remedios Trinidad, Norzagaray, San Miguel, San Ildefonso, San Rafael, Angat, City of San Jose del Monte), the northeastern portion of Rizal (Rodriguez, City of Antipolo, Tanay, San Mateo, Baras), and the extreme northern portion of Laguna (Famy, Siniloan, Santa Maria, Pangil)

• TCWS No. 3

> Wind threat: Storm-force winds

> Warning lead time: 18 hours

> Potential impacts of winds: Moderate to significant threat to life and property

LUZON:

The central portion of Aurora (Dipaculao), the southeastern portion of Nueva Vizcaya (Alfonso Castaneda, Dupax del Sur, Dupax del Norte), the rest of Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, the rest of Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Bataan, Pangasinan, Metro Manila, the rest of Rizal, the northern and central portions of Laguna (Mabitac, Pakil, Paete, Kalayaan, Lumban, Cavinti, Pagsanjan, Luisiana, Majayjay, Magdalena, Santa Cruz, Pila, Liliw, Nagcarlan, Victoria, Rizal, City of San Pedro, City of Biñan, City of Santa Rosa, Cabuyao City, City of Calamba, Los Baños, Bay, Calauan), the northeasternn portion of Cavite (Bacoor City, Imus City, Kawit, City of Dasmariñas, Carmona, Gen. Mariano Alvarez, City of General Trias, Rosario, Silang), the rest of the northern portion of Quezon (Infanta, Real, General Nakar, Mauban), and the northern portion of Camarines Norte (Vinzons, Paracale, Jose Panganiban, Capalonga)

• TCWS No. 2

> Wind threat: Gale-force winds

> Warning lead time: 24 hours

> Potential impacts of winds: Minor to moderate threat to life and property

LUZON:

The southern portion of Isabela (Dinapigue, San Guillermo, Echague, San Agustin, Jones), Quirino, the rest of Nueva Vizcaya, Benguet, La Union, the rest of Aurora, the rest of Cavite, Batangas, the rest of Laguna, the central portions of Quezon (Calauag, Perez, Alabat, Quezon, Tagkawayan, Guinayangan, Sampaloc, Lucban, City of Tayabas, Lucena City, Pagbilao, Padre Burgos, Atimonan, Agdangan, Unisan, Plaridel, Gumaca, Lopez, Pitogo, Dolores, Candelaria, Sariaya, Tiaong, San Antonio, Macalelon, General Luna, Catanauan, Buenavista), the rest of Camarines Norte, the northern portion of Camarines Sur (Del Gallego, Ragay, Lupi, Sipocot, Libmanan, Pamplona, Pasacao, San Fernando, Pili, Minalabac, Ocampo, Tigaon, Cabusao, Magarao, Gainza, Canaman, Camaligan, Milaor, Naga City, Bombon, Calabanga, Tinambac, Siruma, Goa, Lagonoy, San Jose, Garchitorena, Presentacion, Caramoan, Sagñay), and Catanduanes

• TCWS No. 1

> Wind threat: Strong winds

> Warning lead time: 36 hours

> Potential impacts of winds: Minimal to minor threat to life and property

LUZON:

The southern portion of Cagayan (Tuao, Solana, Enrile, Tuguegarao City, Iguig, Peñablanca), the rest of Isabela, the southern portion of Apayao (Conner), Kalinga, Abra, Mountain Province, Ifugao, the southern portion of Ilocos Norte (Nueva Era, Badoc, Pinili, Banna, City of Batac, Currimao, Paoay, Marcos), Ilocos Sur, the rest of Quezon, the northern portion of Occidental Mindoro (Abra de Ilog, Paluan, Mamburao, Santa Cruz) including Lubang Islands, the northern portion of Oriental Mindoro (Puerto Galera, San Teodoro, Baco, City of Calapan, Naujan, Victoria, Pola, Socorro, Pinamalayan), Marinduque, the rest of Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Burias Island and Ticao Island

HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND AREAS

Heavy Rainfall

• This morning through early afternoon: Moderate to heavy rains over Isabela, Aurora, Quezon including Polillo Islands, Catanduanes, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and Isabela. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over mainland Cagayan, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Marinduque, Romblon, and the rest of Bicol Region.

• This early afternoon through tomorrow early morning: Heavy to intense with at times torrential rains over Metro Manila, Zambales, Bataan, Tarlac, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Bulacan, Aurora, Rizal, and the northern portion of Quezon including Polillo Islands. Moderate to heavy with at times intense rains over Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino, Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province, Pangasinan, Cavite, Laguna, the central portion of Quezon, and Camarines Norte. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over Mindoro Provinces, Marinduque, and the rest of CALABARZON and Bicol Region.

• Tomorrow early morning through early afternoon: Heavy to intense with at times torrential rains over Zambales, Bataan, Pampanga, and Bulacan. Moderate to heavy with at times intense rains Metro Manila, Pangasinan, Cavite, Occidental Mindoro, and the rest of Central Luzon. Light to moderate with at times heavy rains over Mountain Province, Ifugao, Benguet, Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Oriental Mindoro, and the rest of CALABARZON.

• Under these conditions, scattered to widespread flooding and rain-induced landslides are expected, especially in areas that are highly or very highly susceptible to these hazard as identified in hazard maps and in localities with significant antecedent rainfall.

• Due to the Southwest Monsoon enhanced by KARDING, occasional to monsoon rains are also possible over Visayas and the rest of Southern Luzon, especially on their western sections. For more information, refer to the 24-Hour Public Weather Forecast issued at 4:00 AM today. Furthermore, the issuance of Weather Advisory for Southwest Monsoon is not ruled out.

Severe Winds

During the passage of KARDING, areas under Wind Signal No. 4 and No.5 will experience winds peaking at typhoon-force strength, while winds may reach storm-force in strength within any of the areas where Wind Signal No. 3 is hoisted. Gale-force conditions are likely any of the areas where Wind Signal no.2 is hoisted, while strong winds (strong breeze to near gale strength) will be experienced within any of the areas where Wind Signal No. 1 is currently in effect.

Coastal Inundation

There is a high to very high risk of storm surge more than 3.0 m in height in the low-lying and exposed coastal areas of northern Quezon including Polillo Islands and Aurora. In addition, a moderate to high risk of storm surge is also possible over Camarines Norte, Pangasinan, Zambales, Bulacan, the northern portion of Metro Manila, the southern portion of La Union, and the rest of Quezon. The combined effects of storm surge and high waves breaking along the coast may cause life-threatening and damaging inundation or flooding. For more information, refer to Storm Surge Warning #2 issued at 11:00 AM today.

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HAZARDS AFFECTING COASTAL WATERS

• Under the influence of KARDING, a marine gale warning remains in effect over the eastern and western seaboards of Luzon. For more information, refer to Gale Warning #3 issued at 5:00 AM.

• In the next 24 hours, KARDING and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon will also bring moderate to rough seas over the northern and western seaboards of Luzon that are not under any gale warning (1.5 to 3.5 m) and the western seaboard of Visayas (1.2 to 2.5 m). These conditions may be risky for those using small seacrafts. Mariners are advised to take precautionary measures when venturing out to sea and, if possible, avoid navigating in these conditions.

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TRACK AND INTENSITY OUTLOOK

• Super Typhoon KARDING is forecast to track generally westward in the next 6 to 12 hours, then west northwestward for the remainder of the day. On the forecast track, KARDING will likely make landfall in the vicinity of the northern portion of Quezon or the southern portion of Aurora tonight. The possibility of an earlier (afternoon) landfall or close approach in the vicinity of Polillo Islands is not ruled out.

• For the remainder of this evening post-landfall through tomorrow early morning, KARDING will traverse the landmass of Central Luzon and emerge over the West Philippine Sea via the coastal waters of Zambales or Pangasinan. The typhoon will then continue tracking generally westward over the West Philippine Sea for the remainder of the forecast period.

• KARDING is forecast to continue intensifying and may make landfall at or near a peak intensity of 185-205 km/h. Frictional effects during landfall and traverse of the Luzon landmass will weaken KARDING throughout the evening through tomorrow early morning, although it is highly likely that this tropical cyclone will remain a typhoon while crossing the landmass.

Considering these developments, the public and disaster risk reduction and management offices concerned are advised to take all necessary measures to protect life and property. Persons living in areas identified to be highly or very highly susceptible to these hazards are advised to follow evacuation and other instructions from local officials. For heavy rainfall warnings, thunderstorm/rainfall advisories, and other severe weather information specific to your area, please monitor products issued by your local PAGASA Regional Services Division.

The next tropical cyclone bulletin will be issued at 2:00 PM today.

Super Typhoon Karding puts Polillo Islands under Signal no. 5, Metro Manila under Signal no. 3

By JDC Saturday, September 24, 2022

Driving or riding along Metro Manila and the Philippines as a whole can often be stressful due to the fact that Local Government Units (LGUs) have their own different ordinances when it comes to traffic management.

While one ordinance can be legal in a town, it can be considered a traffic violation in the next city or town.

If apprehended by a local traffic enforcer, say in Manila, and you happen to be from Lipa City in Batangas, the settlement of that traffic violation can be a nightmare since you need to allot the whole day to travel back to Manila, not to mention the amount of time you would spend in the queue waiting for your name to be called to get your driver’s license back.

Worse, some enterprising local traffic enforcers use the above situation to scare drivers and force them to “settle” the traffic violation on the street level to avoid the hassle.

According to the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), these local traffic enforcers, unless duly deputized by the Land Transportation Office (LTO), cannot and should never confiscate a driver’s license of a traffic violator.

In a memorandum issued by DILG dated September 14, 2022, Interior Secretary, Benhhur Abalos has reiterated that although LGUs can issue their own citation tickets on traffic violators, they cannot confiscate a driver’s license unless they are a deputized traffic enforcer of the LTO.

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“The LGUs can issue traffic citation tickets but only the LTO and their deputized agents can confiscate driver’s licenses.”

Sec. Abalos has also directed LGUs to review their local ordinances and policies to ensure conformity and compliance with the said provision.

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DILG: Only LTO authorized personnel can confiscate driver's license

By JDC Friday, September 23, 2022

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Robinsons Convenience Stores, Inc. (RCSI) on Thursday announced that it would rename its Ministop convenience stores to Uncle John’s.

According to a statement from the Gokongwei group, the new name banked on the popularity of chain of store’s Uncle John's Fried Chicken.

Big changes are happening over at Ministop

“We are pleased to inform you that we are changing the store banner name 'Ministop' to 'Uncle John's,'” Ministop writes in a statement. After all, the 20-year-old brand is arguably best known locally for their fried chicken dubbed, yup, Uncle John, named after founder John Gokongwei, Jr. himself.

“It is also a celebration of the legacy of the late founder, Mr. John Gokongwei, Jr. of Robinsons Retail, the holding company of the convenience store chain,” the statement read.

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The new banner name was the winning entry in a contest, which asked for suggestions for a new name for the store.

With over 80,000 participants, Uncle John’s came up as the top choice among the entries.

“Uncle John's has become a household name for consumers on-the-go, looking for convenient options without sacrificing quality and taste in food,” said Suresh Ramalinggam, General Manager of Robinsons Convenience Stores Inc.

“Using it as the platform in the reinvention of our stores provides us with a stronger brand story that our customers can relate to,” Ramalinggam added.

In February this year, Robinsons Retail acquired the 40% stake of Ministop Japan in RCSI. With this, RCSI is now a 100% Filipino owned company.

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ABOUT MINISTOP

Ministop Co., Ltd. (ミニストップ株式会社, Minisutoppu Kabushiki-gaisha) (TYO: 9946), a member of AEON, operates the Ministop convenience store franchise chain in Japan.

Unlike most other convenience stores in Japan, Ministop stores feature a kitchen that prepares sandwiches, snacks and take out bento boxes on demand, and has a seating area where customers can sit down and eat immediately.

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International operations

Ministop also operates in the Philippines (under Robinsons Malls), China, Vietnam and Kazakhstan.

South Korea

The first Ministop store in South Korea opened in November 1990 in Mok-dong, as a joint-venture with Daesang Corporation; Ministop bought Daesang's stake in the venture in 2003. As of October 2017, there were 2418 operating Ministop stores.

In January 2022, Lotte Corporation acquired the entire stake of Ministop Korea Co. for 313.37 billion won ($263 million).

Philippines

In December of 2000, the Japan-based convenience store chain Ministop made its way to the Philippines, being brought to the country by Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. in partnership with Ministop Japan and Mitsubishi Corporation.

In January 2022, Robinsons Group assumed full ownership of the Ministop business in the Philippines with 460 branches.

On September 22, 2022, they announced that all Ministop stores in the country will be rebranded as Uncle John's. The name, coming from the fried chicken brand sold in those stores, was chosen after topping the naming contest which they earlier ran.