Pursuing passion and quality of life at Globe Negostar in Cebu

MANILA, Philippines - SME clients were treated to a world of possibilities for giving themselves more time for their passions and loved ones — while making their business operations more efficient — at the Globe Negostar event held at Cebu Parklane Hotel recently.

Globe Negostar in Cebu was organized by Globe Business, the corporate arm of Globe Telecom, to showcase the many products and services that help entrepreneurs balance their work-life and personal time.

Cebu is a hub of SMEs who are models of industry, dedication, creativity and success as well as a balanced life that harmonizes work, play and family time — qualities that make them “Globe Negostars.”

One such Globe Negostar is international furniture designer Kenneth Cobonpue. He and Globe Negostars like him use Globe Business products and services to help them pursue their passions and run their businesses more efficiently at less cost.

“We are very happy to show our entrepreneurs and corporate executives that business and work need not require too big a sacrifice on their part. Our products and services allow them to still have time, attention and energy for their personal priorities even as they run their business,” said Manny Aligada, head of corporate and SME segments of Globe Business.

The well-attended event started off with opening remarks by Aries Vasquez, which he followed with an impressive product presentation.

The presentation gave an insightful glimpse into Globe Business products and services that can be customized to fit the requirements and needs of SMEs and corporate clients.

Finding ways

The Globe Negostar event in Cebu presented Globe Business products and services that help improve the quality of life and business operations of its customers. These include:

Reliable and cost-saving mobile communications. From the basic Business Starter Plan at just P499, clients may avail themselves of other customized mobile subscriptions that lower their expenses for their texting and voice call requirements.

Security solutions. Globe Business products and services include solutions for monitoring one’s place of business through WebEye, an Internet-connected camera surveillance; real-time GPS tracking of the location of company vehicles and personnel; protection of classified business-related information; and dedicated, secure and private communications within the company network or between companies.

Cobonpue, for example, uses Globe Business WebEye, an online video surveillance system. Through WebEye, he is able to monitor his business premises any time through the Internet, using a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet PC.

Internet solutions. Globe Business offers reliable wired and wireless Internet connections so that entrepreneurs stay linked to their offices, suppliers, clients and customers via the World Wide Web. These are available in various plans that are customizable to one’s needs.

Listening to the client

The WebEye from Globe Business records activities in office premises, or any other area being monitored, on digital video.

The Globe Negostar event in Cebu also fielded highly trained and friendly Globe Business account managers for one-on-one sessions with customers. This allowed customers to voice out their needs and get valuable advice from account managers who helped them find customized solutions that covered their requirements and stayed within their budgets.

“The first priority of our account managers is to listen. We don’t recommend products and services right away. After all, the customer is the one who knows best what he or she needs. Once these needs are made clear, our account managers advise clients on the various solutions they could choose from,” said Aligada.

The good thing about Globe Business, Aligada said, is that its products and services can be mixed and matched. Their costings could also be modified according to the client’s needs and budget.

Quality of life

Aligada explained that the Globe Negostar event in Cebu highlighted the two-fold aim of Globe Business: help SMEs and corporate clients improve their quality of life; and provide solutions that improve the efficiency of their customers’ business operations.

“Success in business should go hand-in-hand with quality of life, especially for an entrepreneur or corporate executive. These people are very hands-on and need a great deal of control over business operations. We do not second-guess them - they are the ones who know best about their business and how to make it succeed.

“However, we also know that focusing on one’s business responsibilities 24/7 takes a toll on a person’s life. What’s the use of succeeding in business if one has to sacrifice so much personal happiness? This is where Globe Business comes in. For example, we provide solutions that allow an entrepreneur or executive to connect with the office while playing golf, or staying at home with family,” he said.

Aligada added that giving their clients time for loved ones and personal passions make them even better at running a business.

“Pursuing one’s passions and connecting with family and friends makes our clients feel more alive and whole. They re-charge their mental abilities and creativity, as well as physical energy; they recover from stress faster. This keeps them refreshed and ready for the challenges of their work,” he said.

After a very productive, insightful session, clients at the Globe Negostar event had some light moments as they participated in a raffle that gave away some exciting prizes. Everyone agreed that the event was a success for all concerned.

Experience the benefits of having customized solutions to support your business. Consult a Globe Business account manager, visit Globe stores, call the Globe Business hotline at +632 730-1288 or log on to http://www.globe.com.ph/business to find out more.