Comments on: John Gokongwei's Speech at the 20th Ad Congress http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/ Latest News about Universal Robina Corporation. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:02:35 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 By: rey http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8606 rey Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:11:19 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8606 inspiring, motivating, all kinds of "ing"... inspiring, motivating, all kinds of "ing"...

]]> By: irish http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8390 irish Mon, 12 May 2008 11:36:16 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8390 i was inspired of that speech...and there is a line that i can never forget state that"if i can compete with people so much older than me,if i can support my family at 15,I CAN DO ANYTHING" i was inspired of that speech...and there is a line that i can never forget state that"if i can compete with people so much older than me,if i can support my family at 15,I CAN DO ANYTHING"

]]> By: Remi - Maureen - Maui Tolitol http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8355 Remi - Maureen - Maui Tolitol Thu, 24 Apr 2008 06:53:43 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8355 I am always looking for that "leap" to help me spread my wings and fly. In my heart, I have to believe that "The important thing to know is that life will deal us a few bad cards, but we have to play those cards that best we can. And WE can play to win!" I am always looking for that "leap" to help me spread my wings and fly. In my heart, I have to believe that "The important thing to know is that life will deal us a few bad cards, but we have to play those cards that best we can. And WE can play to win!"

]]> By: Danny Velasco http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8348 Danny Velasco Wed, 16 Apr 2008 02:07:23 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8348 Mr. Gokongwei, Very impressed with your speech, I do't know if you still remeber me but you used to visit in ur office before at Board of Investment under Gov. Lanuza. Hope that I could have an appointment with you, regarding a business proposal where ou can have a cell site for sun cellular. Hope that you will give me an opportunity to discuss this matter with you at to meet u again. Congratualations to your success. Mr. Gokongwei,
Very impressed with your speech, I do't know if you still remeber me but you used to visit in ur office before at Board of Investment under Gov. Lanuza.

Hope that I could have an appointment with you, regarding a business proposal where ou can have a cell site for sun cellular.

Hope that you will give me an opportunity to discuss this matter with you at to meet u again.

Congratualations to your success.

]]> By: John Revera http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8335 John Revera Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:13:03 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8335 no doubt, it is inspiring...but it makes me wonder "how" ; like his family environment, genes, or birth order. i bet it would be interesting to discuss how/what makes people such as Mr. Gokongwei successful we salute you, sir,may the youth have the same passion in life as yours no doubt, it is inspiring...but it makes me wonder "how" ; like his family environment, genes, or birth order. i bet it would be interesting to discuss how/what makes people such as Mr. Gokongwei successful

we salute you, sir,may the youth have the same passion in life as yours

]]> By: ENGR JOSEPH YALUNG http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8331 ENGR JOSEPH YALUNG Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:03:54 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8331 SIR JOHN, I once worked with one of your companies before, URC Pampanga. However young I was back then, I already admired how you really got to expand your businesses four-fold in so short a time. But this speech of yours really moved me more! And I really think this is indeed INSPIRING! And I also never regretted making you my business idol back then, and NOW! I pray for your good health & longer life to be able touch more people, especially their entrepreneur-spirit to help prime our economy. God bless you & your family. JOEY Now, I opted to test my wares & learnings and went into business too. I chose to create a difference (however small) in our society, rather than just spend my time complaining or pointing fingers to others (who DID IT!). I do not intend to retire without an impact to our society as God made me special and talented like Him! SIR JOHN,
I once worked with one of your companies before, URC Pampanga. However young I was back then, I already admired how you really got to expand your businesses four-fold in so short a time.

But this speech of yours really moved me more! And I really think this is indeed INSPIRING! And I also never regretted making you my business idol back then, and NOW!

I pray for your good health & longer life to be able touch more people, especially their entrepreneur-spirit to help prime our economy.
God bless you & your family.
JOEY
Now, I opted to test my wares & learnings and went into business too. I chose to create a difference (however small) in our society, rather than just spend my time complaining or pointing fingers to others (who DID IT!). I do not intend to retire without an impact to our society as God made me special and talented like Him!

]]> By: Egbert Baldovino http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8329 Egbert Baldovino Mon, 31 Mar 2008 17:26:22 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8329 Indeep a very inspiring speech. I think Mr. John Gokongwei has outlined very well the secrets to a successful entrepreuneurship. I am hopeful that these kind of inspirational words will find its way to the less fortunate Filipinos so that we can keep their hopes alive and still dream of a better life. Indeep a very inspiring speech. I think Mr. John Gokongwei has outlined very well the secrets to a successful entrepreuneurship. I am hopeful that these kind of inspirational words will find its way to the less fortunate Filipinos so that we can keep their hopes alive and still dream of a better life.

]]> By: spyer http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8317 spyer Sat, 22 Mar 2008 01:59:18 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8317 Wow!!! very inspiring story BUT, do you look back the people who work hard to make you RICH...I'm sure your success will not realized without the contributions of so many individuals (employees...managers: non-managers) who directly decides what good for your company. Thanks and No Thanks for 8 years I spend in your company depositing millions of money every month. I am part of your middle managers in URC sales. At age 81, retired, Did you ever think your people who is part of your succes will be happy if someday they will retire too? Who will say to their sons and daughters that i'm proud working with the JG Summit. I Don't Know any person who retired in your company will say good after they spend their life working with you. But I know a lot of names who are very disgusted after their retirement. If ever a newly grad ask me if I recommend to your in your company... my answer would be NO...NO...NO..NEVER. Don't ruined your career and life working with this kind of company... look for others that could you proud of. 1. I am secured if ever I work in one of the umbrella of JG Summit? Wow!!! very inspiring story BUT, do you look back the people who work hard to make you RICH...I'm sure your success will not realized without the contributions of so many individuals (employees...managers: non-managers) who directly decides what good for your company. Thanks and No Thanks for 8 years I spend in your company depositing millions of money every month. I am part of your middle managers in URC sales. At age 81, retired, Did you ever think your people who is part of your succes will be happy if someday they will retire too? Who will say to their sons and daughters that i'm proud working with the JG Summit. I Don't Know any person who retired in your company will say good after they spend their life working with you. But I know a lot of names who are very disgusted after their retirement. If ever a newly grad ask me if I recommend to your in your company... my answer would be NO...NO...NO..NEVER. Don't ruined your career and life working with this kind of company... look for others that could you proud of.

1. I am secured if ever I work in one of the umbrella of JG Summit?

]]> By: Martin Yu http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8316 Martin Yu Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:59:10 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8316 A message of full depth and sincereness to the development of one's country. If the going gets tough, the tough gets going! That's what you are John Gokongwei! I value entrepreneurship as to health also. Hope to succeed on my plans and goals in life and be a very good doctor and businessman as well. A message of full depth and sincereness to the development of one's country.
If the going gets tough, the tough gets going! That's what you are John Gokongwei! I value entrepreneurship as to health also. Hope to succeed on my plans and goals in life and be a very good doctor and businessman as well.

]]> By: Eric http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8315 Eric Wed, 19 Mar 2008 07:58:13 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8315 I believe that the more Filipinos can do what what Mr. John Gokongwei did for our country If we pursue the dreams that was being implanted to us since we were children. All we have is do what we think is right even if people around us laughs. With his experiences, truly nothing is impossible with hardwork, hardwork and hardwork and faith in God. I believe that the more Filipinos can do what what Mr. John Gokongwei did for our country If we pursue the dreams that was being implanted to us since we were children. All we have is do what we think is right even if people around us laughs. With his experiences, truly nothing is impossible with hardwork, hardwork and hardwork and faith in God.

]]> By: Venus S. Macatumpag http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8312 Venus S. Macatumpag Tue, 18 Mar 2008 09:31:17 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8312 Dear Mr. Gokungwei Hi...I was deeply motivated and inspired to work today after I read your testimony and forever will be!Sure to put you ahead of me with my journey to catch me in time of adversity. Just like today, I log on to your website for business purposes.I wouldlike to senda proposal for Corporate Giveaways and Employees' Award Jewelry to the mother company (A JG SUMMIT),Instead,I got hooked reading withyour beautiful story.I believe it was God's will to bring me to you. Going back to my mean purpose,I hope you could refer me to the right person.If you wish, you can log on to www.vydomingo.com or call [deleted due to privacy issues]. Sir,It would be my pleasure to serve you.THANK YOU and GODBLESS! Respectfully Yours, Venus S. Macatumpag Sales and Marketing Specialist Dear Mr. Gokungwei

Hi...I was deeply motivated and inspired to work today after I read your testimony and forever will be!Sure to put you ahead of me with my journey to catch me in time of adversity.
Just like today, I log on to your website for business purposes.I wouldlike to senda proposal for Corporate Giveaways and Employees' Award
Jewelry to the mother company (A JG SUMMIT),Instead,I got hooked reading withyour beautiful story.I believe it was God's will to bring me to you.
Going back to my mean purpose,I hope you could refer me to the right person.If you wish, you can log on to http://www.vydomingo.com or call [deleted due to privacy issues].

Sir,It would be my pleasure to serve you.THANK YOU and GODBLESS!

Respectfully Yours,

Venus S. Macatumpag
Sales and Marketing
Specialist

]]> By: Manlucu, Marvin Rey S. http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8304 Manlucu, Marvin Rey S. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 10:28:20 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8304 I want to be like him someday........................................... I'm really inspired by him. I want to be like him someday........................................... I'm really inspired by him.

]]> By: hershel matibag http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8300 hershel matibag Tue, 04 Mar 2008 13:32:51 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8300 hi! it feels good to read your speech, i wasn't able to hear it from you on the opening of the ad congress... you're such an inspiration to all of us, especially for young people like me...=) i wish you more blessing.. i'll tell everyone to read your speech because i know they will be inspired too.. hi! it feels good to read your speech, i wasn't able to hear it from you on the opening of the ad congress... you're such an inspiration to all of us, especially for young people like me...=) i wish you more blessing.. i'll tell everyone to read your speech because i know they will be inspired too..

]]> By: gil http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8298 gil Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:17:17 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8298 I salute you Sir John,you made me inspire and dream even more! You are truly Philippines most treasured person... Thank you! I salute you Sir John,you made me inspire and dream even more!

You are truly Philippines most treasured person...

Thank you!

]]> By: aron http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8286 aron Mon, 25 Feb 2008 05:40:17 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8286 very inspiring...it's all about hard work and believing to your self... very inspiring...it's all about hard work and believing to your self...

]]> By: Jude Cartalaba http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8224 Jude Cartalaba Tue, 12 Feb 2008 09:17:12 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8224 Success indeed depends on one's capability to take risk. Success is equate to one's determination and the willingness to put up a good fight and win. John Gokongwei's life is an inspiration. His life reflects that even to the lowest state, one can rise like a phoenix. It is just a matter of how one plays his cards. Gokongwei has painted a scenario that everything is possible even the most impossible of dreams. It all starts with a dream. Continue to dream dreams and make things happen by persisting and pursuing *creativity* to be a tool in turning a *profitable venture.* Remember that *passion* is the key to any opportunity. Simply do not just chase that *dream* but carve it in your heart and visualize your success. :) Success indeed depends on one's capability to take risk. Success is equate to one's determination and the willingness to put up a good fight and win.

John Gokongwei's life is an inspiration. His life reflects that even to the lowest state, one can rise like a phoenix. It is just a matter of how one plays his cards. Gokongwei has painted a scenario that everything is possible even the most impossible of dreams. It all starts with a dream. Continue to dream dreams and make things happen by persisting and pursuing *creativity* to be a tool in turning a *profitable venture.*

Remember that *passion* is the key to any opportunity. Simply do not just chase that *dream* but carve it in your heart and visualize your success. :)

]]> By: Ed Llarena, Jr. http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8215 Ed Llarena, Jr. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:00:48 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8215 I have great admiration for Mr. John Gokongwei, esp for his hardwork and success. However, as a customer of one of his businesses (Robinson's Land Corp), I realized that the empire he has built is now suffering from bureaucratic red tape, indifference, and inefficiency. Indeed, I can't imagine why my OR for my amortization payments for a condo unit that I purchased from RLC would reach me only a few days before my next monthly PDC becomes due? I complained about this to the company but was told that the situation is beyond their control. Therefore I am wondering how Mr. Gokongwei's business could continue to grow and compete worldwide with a very inefficient corporate bureaucracy. I strongly suggest that Mr. Gokongwei try to pause a while and re-examine the cost effectiveness of each of his business operation beforre it becomes too late. Best wishes and good luck. Ed Llarena, Jr. Managing Partner Emilla Consulting Manila, Philippines (helps improve corporate governance worldwide, esp in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Pacific Region) [<em>From the Admin</em>] Thank you, Mr. Llarena. We will forward your comment to our colleagues in RLC. <a href="http://robinsonsland.com/contact.php" rel="nofollow">http://robinsonsland.com/contact.php</a> I have great admiration for Mr. John Gokongwei, esp for his hardwork and success. However, as a customer of one of his businesses (Robinson's Land Corp), I realized that the empire he has built is now suffering from bureaucratic red tape, indifference, and inefficiency.

Indeed, I can't imagine why my OR for my amortization payments for a condo unit that I purchased from RLC would reach me only a few days before my next monthly PDC becomes due? I complained about this to the company but was told that the situation is beyond their control.

Therefore I am wondering how Mr. Gokongwei's business could continue to grow and compete worldwide with a very inefficient corporate bureaucracy.

I strongly suggest that Mr. Gokongwei try to pause a while and re-examine the cost effectiveness of each of his business operation beforre it becomes too late.

Best wishes and good luck.

Ed Llarena, Jr.
Managing Partner
Emilla Consulting
Manila, Philippines

(helps improve corporate governance worldwide, esp in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Pacific Region)

[From the Admin] Thank you, Mr. Llarena. We will forward your comment to our colleagues in RLC. http://robinsonsland.com/contact.php

]]> By: McKoY http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8079 McKoY Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:54:57 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8079 You are truly a master Sir John. You are like my elder brother, he always keeps on reminding me "spend your money wisely, save, save, save..., and try hitting business while you are still young". You are truly a master Sir John. You are like my elder brother, he always keeps on reminding me "spend your money wisely, save, save, save..., and try hitting business while you are still young".

]]> By: Jhoanna Fe Tecson http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8064 Jhoanna Fe Tecson Mon, 04 Feb 2008 01:05:00 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-8064 I always live by "cliches"... and from this time on, I think I'll live yours and hoping this would influence and make a big difference in my life. I am always looking for that "leap" to help me spread my wings and fly. In my heart, I have to believe that "The important thing to know is that life will deal us a few bad cards, but we have to play those cards that best we can. And WE can play to win!" I always live by "cliches"... and from this time on, I think I'll live yours and hoping this would influence and make a big difference in my life. I am always looking for that "leap" to help me spread my wings and fly. In my heart, I have to believe that "The important thing to know is that life will deal us a few bad cards, but we have to play those cards that best we can. And WE can play to win!"

]]> By: rhodz http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7996 rhodz Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:29:41 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7996 Congratulattions!! A very inspiring message, its like turning a pauper to a prince. Congratulattions!! A very inspiring message,
its like turning a pauper to a prince.

]]> By: John Gokongwei , Jr. 20th Ad Congress Speech « Rodel E. Dagumampan http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7967 John Gokongwei , Jr. 20th Ad Congress Speech « Rodel E. Dagumampan Wed, 30 Jan 2008 16:04:15 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7967 [...] email. I googled around and I found the transcript was also posted at URC’s official website. Read the full transcript here. No Comments Leave a Commenttrackback addressThere was an error with your comment, please try [...] [...] email. I googled around and I found the transcript was also posted at URC’s official website. Read the full transcript here. No Comments Leave a Commenttrackback addressThere was an error with your comment, please try [...]

]]> By: rhean http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7949 rhean Tue, 29 Jan 2008 11:23:52 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7949 very inspiring.. God Bless everyone! very inspiring.. God Bless everyone!

]]> By: Zendel M. Taruc http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7942 Zendel M. Taruc Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:03:22 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7942 Hello, I think I am lucky enough to read the speech made by Mr. John Gokongwei Jr. on the 20th Ad Congress held last November of 2007. I was really inspired by his principles in life, entrepreneurship and his dream for our country and our people. Because of the inspiring experiences and visions he shared, I read more articles about him from the internet. And I brought his speech in my classes and tell some details / facts about his life to inspire my students. I am planning to translate his speech in Filipino and include that in the book I am presently writing. But I don’t know where I could find him to ask for his permission. I hope he would not turn me down. I am a professor in one of the most known universities in Manila and I am teaching Filipino subjects. As a teacher, my goal is not only to feed my students’ minds but most especially to mould them as Filipino Chrsitian person and inspire them to be the best that they can be. I hope I could have an idea on how will I contact him for my plan. And I wish you could help me on this. I will be waiting for your response. Good day and God bless! Sincerly, Mrs. Zendel M. Taruc Hello,

I think I am lucky enough to read the speech made by Mr. John Gokongwei Jr. on the 20th Ad Congress held last November of 2007.

I was really inspired by his principles in life, entrepreneurship and his dream for our country and our people. Because of the inspiring experiences and visions he shared, I read more articles about him from the internet. And I brought his speech in my classes and tell some details / facts about his life to inspire my students.

I am planning to translate his speech in Filipino and include that in the book I am presently writing. But I don’t know where I could find him to ask for his permission. I hope he would not turn me down.

I am a professor in one of the most known universities in Manila and I am teaching Filipino subjects. As a teacher, my goal is not only to feed my students’ minds but most especially to mould them as Filipino Chrsitian person and inspire them to be the best that they can be.

I hope I could have an idea on how will I contact him for my plan. And I wish you could help me on this.

I will be waiting for your response. Good day and God bless!

Sincerly,

Mrs. Zendel M. Taruc

]]> By: John Gokongwei on entrepreneurship and becoming a great nation » MicroISV Notebook http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7920 John Gokongwei on entrepreneurship and becoming a great nation » MicroISV Notebook Sat, 26 Jan 2008 08:36:25 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7920 [...] Here is the speech that Mr. John Gokongwei delivered at the 20th Ad Congress last November 21, 2007 [via the Universal Robina blog]. [...] [...] Here is the speech that Mr. John Gokongwei delivered at the 20th Ad Congress last November 21, 2007 [via the Universal Robina blog]. [...]

]]> By: John Gokongwei's Speech at the 20th Ad Congress | SONNIE'S PORCH http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7906 John Gokongwei's Speech at the 20th Ad Congress | SONNIE'S PORCH Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:51:29 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7906 [...] piece is originally posted at URC blog. Value adding and [...] [...] piece is originally posted at URC blog. Value adding and [...]

]]> By: Alice http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7905 Alice Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:40:18 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7905 congratulations and Mabuhay Mr. Gokonwei. Your speech is quite inspring. I wiash all filipinos will be like you in your determination to help yourslef and family and turn it into an empire of successful companies. I belong to a small investment club. How do we invest in your companies?. Are you in the NYSE. Amex or other asian exchanges? congratulations and Mabuhay Mr. Gokonwei. Your speech is quite inspring. I wiash all filipinos will be like you in your determination to help yourslef and family and turn it into an empire of successful companies.
I belong to a small investment club. How do we invest in your companies?. Are you in the NYSE. Amex or other asian exchanges?

]]> By: Mark Quitoriano http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7899 Mark Quitoriano Thu, 24 Jan 2008 23:54:39 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7899 That was very inspiring coming from a very successful man. That was very inspiring coming from a very successful man.

]]> By: Socrates dela Pena http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7891 Socrates dela Pena Thu, 24 Jan 2008 06:46:40 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7891 I am a pure Filipino who are currently living outside the Philippines for economic reasons. I have mental reservation with the Filipino-Chinese in my Country as to their level of nationalism, but after I have read this speech, deep in my heart I consider this man the real Filipino Patriot. His story is not far from mine, and I have printed this article for my children for them to draw their strength and inspiration. Mabuhay ka John, isa kang tunay na Filipino! I am a pure Filipino who are currently living outside the Philippines for economic reasons. I have mental reservation with the Filipino-Chinese in my Country as to their level of nationalism, but after I have read this speech, deep in my heart I consider this man the real Filipino Patriot.
His story is not far from mine, and I have printed this article for my children for them to draw their strength and inspiration.
Mabuhay ka John, isa kang tunay na Filipino!

]]> By: ayleen villacastin http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7882 ayleen villacastin Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:49:20 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7882 A very inspiring read. It reminds me that nothing is impossible if you just put you heart to it. Thank you for reminding me not to give up on my dreams no matter what.Continue inspiring people especially the youth, may the lord bless you a thousand folds! A very inspiring read. It reminds me that nothing is impossible if you just put you heart to it. Thank you for reminding me not to give up on my dreams no matter what.Continue inspiring people especially the youth, may the lord bless you a thousand folds!

]]> By: Bob Durano http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7835 Bob Durano Sun, 20 Jan 2008 16:03:14 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7835 I 'm inspired of your humble beginnings. I hope every Pinoys will do the same determination that you did. Not the the "pwede na yan" attitude, but beyond excellence attitude. God bless you...John I 'm inspired of your humble beginnings. I hope every Pinoys will do the same determination that you did. Not the the "pwede na yan" attitude, but beyond excellence attitude. God bless you...John

]]> By: anonymous http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7815 anonymous Sat, 19 Jan 2008 04:16:03 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7815 Humbling, inspiring, a daunting challenge... that someday one can make something of himself, his family and his country if one truly believes, focuses and consistently achieves this vision despite overwhelming odds. A testament to excellence! Humbling, inspiring, a daunting challenge... that someday one can make something of himself, his family and his country if one truly believes, focuses and consistently achieves this vision despite overwhelming odds. A testament to excellence!

]]> By: Edwin Baldovino http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7787 Edwin Baldovino Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:51:46 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7787 Mabuhay Ka Mr. Gokongwei. Very inspiring. Hope this will not only inspire young Filipinos but also those in power and goverment position. A Filipino like you is why we don't loose hope. "Kaya natin to". Mabuhay Ka Mr. Gokongwei.

Very inspiring. Hope this will not only inspire young Filipinos but also those in power and goverment position. A Filipino like you is why we don't loose hope. "Kaya natin to".

]]> By: Adonis Yap http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7752 Adonis Yap Tue, 15 Jan 2008 02:38:31 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7752 Being a Cebuano ,makes us proud and humbled by Mr.Gokongwei's real life experiences . You inspired us to make life better not only for our country but the whole world. God bless you and your family ! Being a Cebuano ,makes us proud and humbled by Mr.Gokongwei's real life experiences .
You inspired us to make life better not only for our country but the whole world.
God bless you and your family !

]]> By: senryscent http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7737 senryscent Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:21:12 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7737 Mr. Gokongwei, I wish you would still live longer to inspire younger people to strive harder though faced with adversities and worldly uncertainties.. Mr. Gokongwei, I wish you would still live longer to inspire younger people to strive harder though faced with adversities and worldly uncertainties..

]]> By: Arnold http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7720 Arnold Sat, 12 Jan 2008 19:28:04 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7720 Wow very inspiring speech. I also hoping that someday i can be like John Gokongwei and also to all Filipinos for our country and people. Wow very inspiring speech. I also hoping that someday i can be like John Gokongwei and also to all Filipinos for our country and people.

]]> By: Sonnie http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7712 Sonnie Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:57:48 +0000 http://www.universalrobina.com/2008/01/12/john-gokongwei-speech-at-the-20th-ad-congress/#comment-7712 Good read and inspiring Good read and inspiring

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