tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90560375289939933032024-03-13T09:27:18.055+08:00Blogging from HomeA journal of Janette Toral's activity in developing and promoting her blogging book.Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comBlogger166125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-81681544851235216932019-07-28T09:01:00.001+08:002019-07-28T09:01:27.344+08:00Lead the Shift in Yourself First (Reflection 14)
I just completed my first-round draft of this series. It started back on 0ctober 24 (2018), and at its 9th month as of this writing.
Clarity in my process started last May 22 after several experiments and finishing a coaching program that suits me. Lost 14 pounds and look forward to improving more.
I am at the end of my fifth sprint and will be starting my new documentation round in the next Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-61907277105207056142019-07-18T09:28:00.001+08:002019-07-18T10:22:07.599+08:00Your Health & Fulfilling Your Passion (reflection 13)I am passionate about teaching, coaching, and mentoring people in the area of e-commerce, digital marketing, branding, and leadership. I have evolved in this space for the past 25 years.
On a personal note, I am also passionate about being with family and supporting them in achieving their dreams.
I had my up and down episodes with health, especially in terms of physical activities and how it Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-54210254128521589502019-07-10T07:54:00.002+08:002019-07-10T07:54:33.151+08:00Long-Term Commitment & Reward (Reflection 12)I am already on my 4th sprint and it has its own share of challenges. I stopped tracking my fasting behavior as that has been automatic to me on the last 2 sprints.
My lack of sleep is a challenge. I became more conscious of this as my 2 fast interruptions took place at night. I hope to get to 8 to 12 hours sleeping time soon and use that as part of my fasting times.
I tried going back to Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-71878722089333748752019-07-01T07:50:00.002+08:002019-07-01T07:50:51.810+08:00New Mindset = New Results (Reflection 11)My 3rd sprint became a bit of a struggle for me. I realized the following:
My sleeping has not been that smooth sailing. Been indulging in TV series lately.
Eating bottled sardines gets my whole fasting routine in disarray. Perhaps I enjoy it so much that its rarity was making me break the discipline I have set up for myself. Next time, I will only buy 1 bottle at a time (rather than 4).
FASTINGJanette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-75382648070982655272019-06-23T21:44:00.000+08:002019-06-23T21:44:09.551+08:00Making Time & Trade-Offs (reflection 10)As I work on my 3rd sprint, I need to make adjustments and new experiments. Some intended to breaking my pattern in the past 2 sprints.
These more or less covers my non-negotiables for the next sprint.
Identify Priorities
Read the Bible especially when fasting.
Explore having "juice-only" meals. These are homemade juices that fruit and vegetables in it.
Sleep more.
Reduce rice intake to Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-32611066210798177922019-06-14T17:31:00.002+08:002019-06-14T20:20:17.541+08:00Forming my Tribe: "Self-Leadership: Towards Better Health" (reflection 9)I am currently in the process of improving myself. Thank you for joining me in this series.
My next step in this journey is to form a community who can support me in this process and I could give the same as well.
So far, I have informed my family members and peers familiar with this process on what I am doing.
To take it a higher notch, I decided to also form an FB group (Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-3409719540191533272019-06-09T08:54:00.001+08:002019-06-09T08:54:27.341+08:00Establishing a Routine & Rewards (reflection 8)Getting into a healthy lifestyle can be a challenge if you are not able to stick to your routine. One reason for that is the various changes we go through with our lives.
But getting yourself back into the program requires momentum. I had to start monitoring my progress, daily if possible, and observe where I was good and where I had slacked off.
The more I do this, routines are established Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-78240124784129085772019-06-08T10:36:00.001+08:002019-06-08T11:48:49.369+08:00Intentional Improvement Monitoring in 2-Weeks Sprint (reflection 7)Improving one's health and losing weight, I realized, needs to be a long term objective and has to be monitored consistently from my end - until it becomes a natural habit.
I am strong in recognizing my strengths and weakness in this area. I have set-up monitoring, 2-weeks sprint, to see what I have done effectively and when do I lose momentum.
I started monitoring things on a 2 weeks sprint Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-73534640457215453342019-06-07T09:42:00.002+08:002019-06-07T09:48:25.267+08:00Punishment or Adding Value: What emotions do the words "lose weight", "diet", "exercise" stir? (reflection 6)When I think about lose weight, diet, exercise, these are the emotions that I feel:
PressureThe need to measure up to certain standards.
GuiltFor indulging and neglecting myself.
ShameFor not being as cool as my previous body shape was.
SacrificeAs exercising and dieting mean letting go of indulgence and the laziness just to focus on what you want to do now.
But definitely, I view exercise Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-15610157595576197432019-05-07T10:40:00.002+08:002019-05-07T10:41:20.516+08:00Finding a Coach (reflection 5)One of my challenges in going through a fitness journey is breaking through my thoughts, emotions, beliefs, inner struggle that one way or another affect my momentum - consciously and subconsciously.
My journey towards improving myself became more focused, intentional, deliberate in the past 2 years. I seek out mentors and signed up for programs towards improving my thinking and feeling.
In my Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-50855898717061953882019-03-17T11:31:00.001+08:002019-03-17T11:31:42.864+08:00To Live a Life of Change (reflection 4)I just got back from a conference to renew my credentials. One of the messages I got from it was our mentor's vision to change lives.
It is awesome to find a mentor whom you can align yourself and share a common vision - bigger than yourself.
I know that I am going to be useful and helpful in this journey for a long time but it will require me also to shape up in order to give my best years to Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-64995228515261572162018-11-01T14:33:00.003+08:002018-11-01T14:33:50.742+08:00Detangle Mind, Body, Spirit connection with Food (reflection 3)IN the past, I got fit because I worked hard (exercise, run, swim, dragonboat). My eating habits hardly change much.
But now, I have to remove my notion of food as:
Reward - don't splurge on food as a means to reward myself.
Consolation - don't use food as a perk me up.
Love - don't use food as a means to express or demonstrate love.
Comfort - don't use food to cope with stress or heavy Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-13471674418356189992018-10-30T20:29:00.001+08:002018-11-01T14:22:26.477+08:00Fitness & Private Discipline (reflection 2)Those closest to us would always be the first to express their concern about our health. Although when I focus on something, my discipline - most of the time - goes along with it.
In the past, i have also blogged about my fitness and sports journey but realized that they were tied to a fitness or sports related advocacy or campaign I was promoting then. But once I accomplished my goal, I move Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-45869930149385071362018-10-24T07:41:00.000+08:002018-11-01T14:22:50.411+08:00What does being healthy look like? (reflection 1)Like many out there, I have my own ups and downs when it comes to personal fitness. At my lowest, I was at 99 pounds. At my heaviest, I reached 185 pounds.
I had varied reasons through the years such as:
I am too busy at what I do.
I can always start or get back tomorrow.
I have body aches.
I am not motivated.
and other reasons.....
We want to get healthy for a lot of reasons too. But I Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-23094281630570506062018-04-17T07:13:00.000+08:002018-04-29T20:56:12.154+08:00FREE: Basic Virtual Assistance 101 Webinar Series
Last 2013, we launched our first Virtual Staff Entrepreneur Program free webinar series in collaboration with Genesis Reonico (Online Jobs University) and Ron Cirujano (formerly Elance / Upwork).
TOPICS
I decided to gradually update our content starting with Virtual Assistance 101 tackling:
Web Research (April 27)
Data Entry (May 1)
Audio / Video Transcription (May 4)
Chat / Help Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-74983782588712548902016-09-17T11:45:00.000+08:002016-09-17T11:45:44.535+08:00Politics of blogging
For the past few years, have been quiet about issues even if already attacked (directly or indirectly) because of the belief that each one of us are entitled to an opinion.
However, things are now reaching a point where an increasing number of blog posts and feedback are being sent to me by industry peers for comment and clarification. Most of these looked down upon on bloggers - especially theJanette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-74918334649393994902015-04-06T10:55:00.000+08:002015-04-06T10:55:46.271+08:00Creating a Portfolio Website and Blog
I began introducing an updated version of my personal site, JanetteToral.com, through new blog posts shared via social media. It took quite awhile to get that done.
But for those of you contemplating of creating your own website portfolio and blog, here are some pointers:
1. In a few words or slides, let people know who you are, what you stand for, and believe in.
I think this is Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-74463072413184984232014-08-11T14:38:00.000+08:002014-08-11T15:55:28.894+08:00Preparing for a 21k run
Two weeks ago, I watched the UAAP games at Araneta Coliseum (August 3).
National University and Ateneo De Manila University triumph that day over their competitors University of the East and Far Eastern University.
Your ears have to be ready for these events as the drum beating on both sides can make it ache.
Team work, patience, alertness, perseverance, and preparedness were key in making Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-75445055825368135372014-04-08T23:49:00.005+08:002014-04-09T10:31:48.986+08:00How to Maximize Social Media Tools
Last April 7, I got asked to do a presentation on how to maximize social media tools. However, as #iblog10 just finished, my passion on blogging just got renewed and anchored my sharing on the lessons learned from it.
Will also be doing a free webinar session about this topic on April 12 Saturday 2pm to 3 pm. Just sign-up to join.
Social Media complimenting the Customer Lifecycle
The use of Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-51770342136346683952013-11-11T23:08:00.004+08:002013-11-12T15:21:48.942+08:00November 13: Electronic Filing and Payment System coaching session
DigitalFilipino E-Commerce Boot Camp is organizing a free Electronic Filing and Payment System (eFPS) Coaching session in partnership with itPhilippines.net.
This session is for non-eFPS entrepreneurs, professionals, self-employed individuals and mixed-income earners who wants to avail of eFPS. You are invited to this rare event. Limited slots only.
The event is also open to those who are Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-73647083804375532212013-09-03T05:42:00.000+08:002013-09-03T06:09:00.344+08:00Janet Lim Napoles, Benhur Luy, Merlina Sunas, accused Lawmakers: Due Process, Safety, and No Special Treatment
I would like see Janet Lim-Napoles, whistle-blowers, and all the legislators accused be given due process. Her, Benhur Luy, Merlina Sunas safety guaranteed to go through the trial process and make the parties responsible accountable.
What transpired last August 21 at the Luneta to call for the abolition of PDAF and immediate arrest of Janet Lim-Napoles proves that Filipino Internet users are Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-89562562312695549702013-06-03T08:13:00.005+08:002013-06-03T08:13:54.979+08:00Bloggers as Digital InfluencersLast May 31, 2013 I gave a talk at #iblog9 about "Bloggers as Digital Influencers". Here are the things I shared then.
1. Bloggers need to have a clear perspective of their goals and aspirations. (slide 2)
Creating a Personal Business Model Canvas can help in this purpose. Know who you want to help, what value can you give, how will you build relationships, potential returns, investment you Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-52803857810312740192013-05-27T15:21:00.001+08:002013-05-27T15:21:43.133+08:00"Is this what you call professionalism?"
"Is this what you call professionalism? Is that your way of correcting of my wrongdoing by deactivating my site?" asked by a blogger whose specific blog post I filed a complaint for copyright violation.
This blogger republished an article of mine in full. As there were no contact details posted on his blog, I left a comment asking the blogger to edit his blog post, limit to one paragraph, and Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-252057507476758102012-10-23T10:00:00.000+08:002012-10-27T06:06:53.593+08:00Can blogger newbies sustain and maintain their blog? - a post reflection on Blog Weekend BootcampLast September 21, I delivered a keynote talk on "Bloggers as Digital Influencers" at the Blog Weekend Bootcamp. It was a 3-day live-in conference with intensive hands-on workshop (Blogathon) that delves into the facets of blogging, creative writing, video blogging, photo blogging and social media. The event took place last September 21 to 23 at Malagos Garden Resort Davao City.
With officers Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9056037528993993303.post-16752197009106288322012-10-22T14:04:00.001+08:002012-10-22T14:28:53.435+08:00We need more Zamboanga (and Mindanao) bloggersLast month, I got invited to share my insights as a blog and social media entrepreneur at the 2012 ZamPen ICT Conference (Zamboanga). The event is part of a roadshow series featuring Next Wave Cities in the country. My sincerest thanks to RITECC IX for including me in their programme.
Am happy to be back in the said area as Zamboanga City is a place I frequent in the past whenever I have Janette Toralhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04446831361930542916noreply@blogger.com