Ever since I started working from home, I always try my best to keep with the latest trends in technology, investments, marketing, etc. True enough, working from home is the future of businesses. However, there are still lots of companies and individuals who are not yet adapting to the current economic and business changes brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. Sadly, there are still who are resistant to change, and worse, do not want to accept change.

I could still vividly remember what Bro. Dennis Magbanua said during the faculty meeting we had at College of Saint Benilde-Antipolo Campus: "Only those who refuse change are left out of the process of evolution." People and businesses who cannot adapt to the changing needs of society get extinct.

Thankfully, there are businesses that are willing to help other businesses and individuals to thrive in these trying times. 

MyBusybee, Inc. had recently organized a webinar series entitled "Coping with the Accelerated Digitalization: Empowering Organizations with Digital Tools." The webinar series was divided into three sessions. The first session held last July 22nd talked about the importance of data research in business, pivoting from traditional business to online business, and the use of AI in chatbots. The webinar was also shown live on MyBusybee Inc.'s Facebook page.

I listened to the whole duration of the event, and to be honest, I learned a lot especially about the importance of the use of digital tools in business. The digital tools could help businesses thrive and adapt to the changing needs of their clients. 

It was mentioned during the webinar the importance of having the right people and the right business fundamentals. Secondly, businesses should maximise the use of AI chatbots as it encourages reduced cost in solving the problems of the customers. Moreover, businesses should also aim to be a solution provider for other businesses and customers. This is where MyBusybee, Inc. comes in.

MyBusybee, Inc. has established itself as one of the forerunners in providing digital solutions in the Philippine market. MyBusybee, Inc.'s CEO Mr. Rico Hernandez during the webinar mentioned that building partnerships is the key to success of every businesses. 

I am excited to learn more about the use of digital tools in business in the next two sessions on August 5th and 22nd! Join me to learn by registering on this link: https://www.mybusybee.net/busybee-webinar/. Don't worry, it's free! You can also check updates about the upcoming topics on MyBusybee's Facebook page. If you were not able to catch up the first webinar, you can still watch it on Facebook.

As you all know, Kib and I love watching movies. Every now and then, I also share my thoughts about the movies that we have watched. One of the latest movies that we have watched is "The Mitchells vs. The Machines." 

"The Mitchells vs. The Machines" is an animated movie about a dysfunctional family who is trying to win against the robots. Even if it is an animated movie, it is packed with family values that you can adapt to in real life. The movie made me realize a lot of things about our present family setup. People see us weird, but this movie reminded us that there are people who also love weird!

Here are the things that Kib and I learned from the movie "The Mitchells vs. The Machines":

1. Disconnect to connect. Everybody in the family except the father is fond of technology. When the father requested that no mobile phones should be on the dining table, it was hard for the rest of the family members not to take a look at their gadgets. Later on, being disconnected from technology has saved them and the world from the machines that are trying to take over. Being disconnected from technology develops connectedness among family members. 

To be honest, I'm a bit guilty about this, that is why whenever we go on holiday, I try to enjoy the surroundings more. I also have to set an example for Kib who is starting to build his digital identity.

2. Different interests make family members drift away from each other. Katie, the eldest daughter, took interest in filmmaking. Her dad doesn't support her interest despite passing the entrance exams to the university she liked. In the middle of the movie, Katie and her father compromised which later on, helped in saving the world.

Family members can have different interests, but towards the end of the day, they're still family. Your family will always have your back even if there are times that you disagree with each other.

3. At the end of the day, your family will always have your back. Even if you may have disagreements and hurt each other, your family will always be there for you. It may seem corny for some, but your family will be there for you during your low and high moments. Savor those moments with your family.

4. Parents must also learn how to listen to their children. Parents, remember that your kids have also some smart ideas to say. Children can also teach us some valuable life lessons. Children feel they are important when parents listen to their suggestions.

5. It's okay to be weird! In the movie, the Mitchells were admiring the Poseys because they are talented and proper. Little did they know that the Poseys also admire them for being cool and 'weird.'

Yes, do not mind what others say about you and your family. It's okay to live a not-so-normal life. It's okay to be awkward. It's okay if others see your life as ordinary. Who knows, people around you like the way you live your lives because you do not live to the expectations of others.

Check out "The Mitchells vs. The Machines" on your favorite movie-streaming website! I do hope that you will love the movie too!