10/17/2023
How can FilipinX professionals thrive in the workplace? Our own Eunice Manglicmot, MSN, RN, shared her perspective with undergraduate students at Southwestern College during a FilipinX American Professionals Panel discussion.
Many thanks to the additional panelists:
▶ Jelynn Malone, co-founder of Mostra Coffee, which specializes in Philippine coffee and gives a portion of all proceeds to the coffee farmers
▶ Rio Villa Ezell, arts producer, Out of the Boondocks, a PBS docuseries that sheds light on Filipino culture and creativity
▶ Bobby Sadsad, power management hardware applications engineer at Qualcomm
Key takeaways from the conversation included:
What fills your soul? What makes you really happy? Let that guide you in your journey.
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. This is when you learn the most about yourself.
Imposter syndrome may arise when you’re not around a lot of Filipino people. Now, with the value of EDI being recognized by institutions, shift your perspective: Filipinos are the largest Asian demographic in San Diego. You are the person that workplace needs in this moment.
Surround yourself with people who believe in you, push you and keep you going.
Frustrations can arise if your parents aren’t in alignment with your career goals. Sometimes it helps to learn about life in the Philippines and the sacrifice it took to build a life here. Your mom or dad or Lola or Lolo just want the best for you. There may be more in their background that you don’t know about.
Put things on the calendar. Spend 30 min getting coffee with a family member. Make sure to schedule time for the people around you.
Never stop learning. Even when you are advanced in your career, keep learning.
