Manulife Philippines, the local arm of international financial services group Manulife, recently celebrated International Women’s Month through a free public webinar titled, “Filipina in Action: In Business and Health,” featuring Manulife Philippines brand ambassador and Olympic gold medalist Hidilyn Diaz and award-winning actress Bea Alonzo.
Diaz and Alonzo shared their stories of success and challenges, by developing a winning mindset bravely pursuing their passions and carving the right path towards physical, mental, and financial wellness.
Diaz shared how a champion athlete’s mindset can help Filipinos thrive in their everyday lives. “Hindi ko kinakalimutan kung saan ako nanggaling — it keeps me grounded. I also surround myself with people na sinusuportahan na ako bago pa man ako nanalo ng gold medal. With this mindset and support system, natupad ko ang mga pangarap ko at na-motivate ako na tumulong at mas maging inspirasyon pa para sa iba.”
Alonzo, who currently owns a 16-hectare organic farm in Zambales, shared her personal and entrepreneurial journeys. “The pandemic made me realize that life is short, and I still have several things I want to do in my life. So I plan and make wise investments to attain my goals. While I work hard, I remember to also enjoy the fruits of my labor.”
In a special segment, Manulife’s top financial advisor Kim Zandueta also offered a few tips on how Filipinos can take care of their finances. “Listing down your short and long-term goals is one way to start your financial journey. Categorize your dreams —whether for travel, education, or business — to identify the steps you need to take to accomplish them. Track your progress and make the necessary adjustments along the way.”
Hosted by journalist and LGBTQIA+ member G3 San Diego, “Filipina in Action” webinar is currently being streamed on Manulife’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
