OFW Journals (OFW Stories on the News) and Some OFW Employment, Career & Business Tips

Country of Residence: Philippines

Profession: Marketing Officer

Do you want to settle permanently in abroad and Why: I have plans but not yet definite.

s Working or Living in Foreign Country Beneficial to you and Why: I have plans but not yet definite.

Do you think our countrys economy is getting better because of OFWs and Why: OFWs plays a big role in our economy. But it should not be used as a measure in our economy. In fact the more OFWs the poorer we become
because our professionals and skilled workers are going out of the country thus depleting our own resources here. I salute them for making our country a better place to live but they have sacrificed a lot.

What could be the undesirable effects when working abroad to you and to your family left back home: Distance, communications between one another greatly affects one's relationship and sometimes it could lead to breakup and misunderstandings. It could also yield to unfavorable circumstances which can greatly affects the family and home.

Are You Worried About the Brain Drain that our country is facing at this time and Why: Of course, as Ive said earlier, the migrating people are the one's with experience and skills. Because they cant have good
paying jobs here they tend to go outside which in turn will deplete us of our own manpower resources here/.

Can You give some tips or advise to others who may wish to work abroad too Specially on places that you have worked for: I've been abroad for only a few months, I was trying to find work there but im having a hard time getting my work permit. I dont have my own experience yet to give advise re working abroad.

If you will be given a post to serve OFWs what could be your plans to protect or serve the Filipino Workers Worldwide: One thing only legallize all the OFW's because i know some dont have their work permits and
are illegally working there.

What is best about being a Filipino: "Wala tayong katulad", we are one of a kind. Only in the Philippines Filipinos are born and bred.

Any Message for Us: Keep up the good works, and hope all Pinoys all over the world will work hand in hand and not be a crab.