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An Open Letter to Students

My dear Students, I understand that you love variety shows, and you love entertainment, because I know how creative you are and I'm not against it. I know that some of you have the talent in photography, in editing, in acting as well as in dancing and singing, but being a masscom isn't just about talent and skills. It's also about knowledge. I know that right now, you are worried about your future; anxious about the possible careers you will have, but don't worry, you'll find a suitable job for you. Yet, in order to find a job, don't just rely on your talent. Don't just rely on your skills, although it has a factor on the job that you will take. Some jobs requires knowledge and wisdom, and sometimes, talents or skill isn't just enough. It needs to be a "COMBO". That's why I'm always trying to tell you that you should try to study and read a lot, because it can help you, while you also try to enhance your talent and your sk...

My E - M - E Open Letter

I have a degree in Broadcast Communication, and I came from a university wherein "utak ang puhunan", but even though I came from a well known state university, I ended up somewhere. I didn't make it to the broadcasting companies, perhaps I am not good enough. I had asked myself, am I a failure? So as if I didn't have any option, I chose to answer calls. I met people with different sad stories. I met people with different sexual preferences. I met people who became my family, but then I realized some things. I realized that I was almost wasting what I had acquired, but I didn't immediately passed my resignation letter. It took me nine months, before I did. Thanks to my professor, who enlightened me, and who helped me with my struggles, because I felt that I was lost. I took another turn in my life, and this road is also different. I'm still not in the place that I wanted to be, but I enjoyed it. Right now, I am in a place where you acquire knowledge a...