After she graduated in 2012, this gal decided to look for a job na malayo sa family.

Why?

As a fresh grad, she wanted to experience how it is to be independent. And of course, maliit lang sahod sa province.

“My very first job was with Best Western Sand Bar Resort as Front Desk Officer and after months, I was promoted to Sales and Event Coordinator. I worked there for 1 year and 6 months.

*My second job was with The Palace Cebu Casino as Casino Dealer for 2 years and was promoted to Gaming Shift leader for 3 years.”

But she realized...

”kahit malaki yung sahod mo pero away ka sa family mo”

Then the pandemic hit.

Retrenchment at the casino happened. And she’s one of those affected.

Meet Aileen.

After what happened, she decided to stay in their province and pursue what she really wanted.

“I always dream of yung nasa american movie na nasa bahay yung office or yung mga favorite vlogger ko na they are making money not just vlogging pero they have online work.”

Fast forward to today...

She’s one of those freelancers whose thriving.

Not because she’s talented.

Not because she’s experienced.

But simply because she’s patient.

She trusts herself.

And she’s taking it slowly but surely.

Let’s listen to her story — her challenges and her victories — on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at 1:30pm.