People often assume that in my industry, work is rewarding. Browse this blog and you'll see that, unfortunately, this is not always the case. It's a thin line between frustration and happiness, when supporting local economic development. The influences for either are too complex to explain in a few words.
The more so I'm happy, no, not just happy but proud, to see successful enterprises grow out of what started as a Strategic Corporate-Community (SCOPE) project.
I always point out, that without the creative mind of all the entrepreneurs I have the pleasure working with, my job would be really hard. Without their vision, determination, and drive the seed of SCOPE's contribution would fall on infertile soil.
Take GracieQ Creative Designs, for example. I work with Grace since 2007. Driven by her passion for fashion accessories she decided to venture into a business. Right from the start, her efforts were supported by Dedon, a high-end furniture company based in Cebu, and the Don Bosco Training Center. The demand for high-skilled designers and workers quickly rose with local and international orders pouring in. The pieces started falling into place and SCOPE was one of them.
During the past 3 years, Grace's "hobby" has turned into an ever growing business. With buyers from as far as Europe, Turkey, and Japan Grace's products conquer international markets.
The local newspapers picked up her story long ago. Telling the story of GracieQ Creative Designs, Grace becomes an advocate, an inspiration, a mentor for other Filipinos. She makes my job a lot easier!
To me, personally, Grace is all of the above and more: a true friend.
This is nice, maybe, not just nice...but touching because the person you are talking about is my sister. There are now 2 more of us that is proud of the work she does. Thank you for the kind words. MitchQ
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