Adventures of a Diva Princess: SunLife Financial

As someone who works previously in the statistics department of bank things like stocks, exchange rate, investment are part of my day. You might think I know more about them but the day to day reality is that each is just mere statistics but overall it can tell you the state of our economy when you combined them all.

Last January 25, I was privileged to be invited yet again by SunLife Philippines to take a closer look this time to SUN LIFE Market Outlook for 2017.

We all know that last year marked some uncertainties to our economy which only happen when politics gets in the way. We must admit that there are some areas of the economy that is affected by all this Duterte hullaballo but its good to know that our country is stiil hanging in there.

This is the same outlook that SunLife study is driving at, our domestic economy remains strong and will continue to do so in the coming months. Certain forces cannot undo what six or more years the previous administration have build up.

With a growth on the GDP of 6.8% to 7% the market remain strong and positive. The peso may be weakening with the exchange rate of Php50-$1 and we are experiencing a drop in the stock market but still this is a good time to buy and invest. As Mr. Michael Enriquez said during the talk this is the best time to buy when the stock prices are cheaper, and you will only gain more once the market goes up. So this year is a good time to invest.

One of the best investments you can have right now is what SunLife is offering, they have an array of investment to choose from and one of them is the SunLife Prosperity Funds. Can you imagine that for just the minimum of 5,000 pesos, you can jump start an investment account that are managed by top notch investment professionals who are dedicated to ensuring that the funds generate the best returns over the long term.

Those who were able to invest in the fund are already reaping gains right now. As per report of Sun Life Asset Management Company, Inc.President Valerie Pama, the SunLife Prosperity fund already yielded result. “We’re delighted that our investors are reaping the rewards of their commitment to invest for the long-term, and we hope to see more Filipinos treading the same path so they too can experience financial security.”

In the coming months, SLAMCI will pursue the vision of a brighter outlook by championing financial inclusion and further boosting its financial literacy program to educate Filipinos about the best ways to grow their money. The company will also strengthen distribution channels to reach new markets.

SLAMCI will also be more aggressive in promoting its program such as Sun RISE, wherein employees can invest a minimal amount via salary deduction; and Auto-Invest, a regular investment program in cooperation with partner banks.

More new funds are set to be launched as well. At present, the Sun Life Prosperity Funds has seven peso-denominated funds, i.e. Money Market Fund, GS Fund, Bond Fund, Balanced Fund, Dynamic Fund, Philippine Equity Fund, and Philippine Stock Index Fund as well as the four dollar-denominated funds such as the Dollar Abundance Fund, Dollar Advantage Fund, Dollar Wellspring Fund, and World Voyager Fund.

"With the help of 3,200 mutual-fund licensed Sun Life fnancial advisors, and the support if all our partners, we trust that 2017 will be another fruitful year in helping Filipinos achieve prosperity and build a brighter future." Pama said

When it comes to investing, time is one of our greatest assets. Discover how your small amount of money today can be millions in the future. To learn more about Sun Life Financial, visitwww.sunlife.com.ph/

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Our health and welfare is only good if we take good care of it, luckily for many of us, we have become health-conscious nowadays. Everything concerning our health and those of our family, we place them in the hands of someone who will put a premium on our health. That is what SunLife is to us.

SunLife, the country’s top life insurer always focuses on preparation and prevention as keys to living a healthier life with their three iinitiatives. These are a comprehensive health protection product named “SUN Fit and Well, a free and informative wellness community called ‘Go Well’; and one of the most anticipated, star-studded charity fun race known as ‘SUNPIOLOGY RUN: Sugar Wars.’

“Now more than ever, we are very conscious of our physical health and well-being. It is an encouraging space for Sun Life to be in, where we highlight financial security and overall wellness as complementary to each other,” emphasizes Sun Life Chief

With SUN Fit and Well, SunLife offers a comprehensive product solution unlike any other life insurance market concerning health programs. The whole journey from Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Rehabilitation is covered.

“SUN Fit and Well provides coverage for 114 critical illnesses and can help replace funds used for diagnostic procedures and check-ups. But more than a usual health insurance, it provides benefits to keep customers healthy and well. It is available in limited pay and Advantage variants, which includes hospitalization and follow-up care with a specialist,” explains Lopa.

Actor-producer and athlete Piolo Pascual believes in the benefits of Sun Life’s latest innovation. The company’s long-time brand ambassador stars in a new action-packed TVC, where he demonstrates a love for biking and how SUN Fit and Well fuels his active lifestyle. Watch his tale unfold in official Sun Life social channels (@sunlifeph) and in primetime shows.

As Sun Life’s entry to the wellness arena, Go Well is a community with a website that provides nutrition tips, exercise ideas, and content about a more mindful life. But more than just an online community, Go Well members can enjoy discounts in partner establishments, as well as free access to regular community classes featuring the hottest fitness trends.

Embodying the message of Go Well are five ambassadors who prove that passion and determination can pave the path to a healthy life. The inspiring health stories of Piolo, Rovilson Fernandez, Bubbles Paraiso, Jaymee Pizarro, and Tessa Prieto-Valdes can be viewed in the official website as well as Facebook and Instagram (@gowellph). “GoWell marks Sun Life's entry into the wellness space,” according to Health and Wellness Manager Jaymie Pizarro. “GoWell is envisioned to be a wellness community offering credible and relevant health and wellness information and high impact fitness events to help Filipinos live healthier, brighter lives.”

What is even more fun, close to a hundred Star Magic celebrities will be joining Piolo to add glitz to the event, while an after-run show will serve as the launch of Inigo Pascual’s debut album featuring the official Go Well jingle “Live Life Brighter,” together with surprise performances.

“I want to invite everyone to register for Sugar Wars. It’s a race against diabetes, a chance to help raise funds for our beneficiaries, and a great way to spend time with your Star Magic family,” says Piolo, who created Hebreo Foundation, SUNPIOLOGY’s long-time beneficiary that supports the education of children in different communities. The Institute for Studies on Diabetes Foundation, Inc. (ISDFI), LingkodKapamilya, Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation Philippines Inc., and Star Magic Scholars are also supported by this event.

So sign up for SUNPIOLOGY RUN: Sugar Wars via www.sunpiology.com.

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Choosing a professional financial planner is like looking for a partner in life that will last for years or even a lifetime. Just like a woman looking for a man we look for things that will provide us stability and secuirty.

So how is finding a partner is a lot similar to finding your own finacial planner.

Know what you are looking for.

As we grow older our priority changes. We no longer look for love; we look for companionship and a stable future. Same with a finacial planner, you want to find someone who will offer stabilty and security.

Look for someone who can do what you need them to do and someone you can talk to. Over the years conversation will be the onlyy thing left to do. A financial planner you can talk to will be open about your fears and trepidation and in turn he will assure you of the best thing to do.

State your expectation.

We all have expectations for a partner.Sooehow it is no longer enough to like a person and vet on your feelings.”He’s the One.” I found him.

The same can be said to your financial planner. You have to know where he came from, what qualities he has that makes him a professional one. The company he’s working for. Surely, you wouldn’t trust your money to someone you just met.

What are the things he can offer?

Placing your life to someone for hopefully, a lifetime is kind of scary. What ifs will surely cloud your mind and other things but then think of the first time you just met and things will go from there.

You know you met the one based from your gut feeling or something has sparked between the two of you.

With your financial planner, remember what happened when youf first encountered him/her. Words may be just something you say without thinking but your first conversation will always be the foundation of your trust in him. Did he make you think of the future?

Are you compatible?

Is that man competent enough to secure your future? Are you compatible in all ways? Will there be minimal conflicts in the future?

A financial planner knows how to adjust to your timetable and you share enough that you can imagine the future together. Your financial advisor will always want the best for you. Remember that.

Future Guarantees.

Will your partner provide you the directions of how your relationship will go? It may be smooth sailing in the beginning but you know it won’t last and hardwork and effort is needed to make it last.

Your financial advisor will accept you for who you are. As you are both mentally in the same place, he will be able to meet your needs and your trust with each other will make both of you look only toward long term goals.

All the qualities you’ve been looking for is found on your Ssunlife Advisor. Why look for anyone when it is already right in front of you. They are guided by the core values of SunLife. They are caring, professional, inspiring, and winning. As stated in the #LiveBrighter Sessions they will give you a clear path to investing rightly

For more information about investments or if you are looking for a SunLife Financial Advisor, visit www.sunlife.com.ph or inquire and talk to a Finacial Advisor at 5558888.

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Think of your Future. Plan Ahead, Be Financially Prepared. These are the thoughts that keep running in my head during the launch of Sunlife Prosperity Card with Matteo Guidicelli.

The event which took place at B Hotel last August 19, 2016 is an eye opener as the need to place your money in a worthwhile investment is really a must nowadays. And it’s kind of modest to see a celebrity like Matteo, and we all know he also comes from a wealthy family, also thinks of his future and plans ahead just like the rest of us.

Before the presentation of Matteo as the latest Sunlife Brand Ambassador for SunLife Prosperity Card, discussion about the perks and advantages of having a mutual fund/investment like the SunLife Prosperity Card were made.

Ms. Valerie Pama, SLAMCI President, conferred how the SunLife Prosperity Card differs from other mutual fund investment. Comparing it with other investment, the return is higher than what other financial institution is being offered right now. She urges the youth especially the miillenials to start investing early.

"Instead of using up all of one's money on trendy items that will soon be replaced by a new fad, why not invest it for the long term and watch it grow? The two Matteos in our TVC certainly highlighted that message in fun yet clear manner," she said.

The Sun Life Prosperity Card is an investment card worth P5, 000 that can be invested to any of the peso-denominated mutual funds being managed by SLAMCI under its Sun Life Prosperity Funds. The first of its kind in the market, it has revolutionized mutual funds investing in the country.

Matteo Guidecelli was tapped to be the brand ambassador of the SunLife Prosperity Card being how he serves as role model for the youth. He is featured in the latest television commercial of Sun Life Asset Management Company, Inc. (SLAMCI).

The TVC showed two Matteos going up against each other. One tries to impress by bragging his material possessions with the latest phone gadgets and a credit card, and the other entices by promising a brighter life with the help of the Sun Life Prosperity Card.

"We wanted SLAMCI's new TVC to encourage the audience to begin their investing journey with the Sun Life Prosperity Card because it's an easy and convenient way to start building one's brighter future,"Pama further explained. "By investing in mutual funds, one can make his money work harder for him, as against simply leaving all of it in the bank."

Guidecelli said he enjoyed portraying two different personas. "It's the first time I did such a project, and I definitely enjoyed playing both roles," he said. "But what's important is that we were able to bring home the message. It's fun to have nice material things and be on YOLO mode, but what will happen to you if all your money runs out and you have nothing saved for the long-term?"

And Matteo knows that some things are definitely worth the wait. "Whether I'm doing sports or working on a showbiz project, I know that I need to be patient before I could see the results. Training for a competition takes time, and so does shooting a movie or recording an album. It's the same thing when you invest your money - you have to grow it long-term before you can enjoy the benefits," he explained. "You may have to wait a bit, but it's always, always worth it!"

Catch SLAMCI's latest TVC featuring Matteo Guidicelli on cable TV.

To learn more about the SunLife Prosperity Card and how you can start investing for a brighter future, visit www.sunlifeprosperity.com.ph or www.facebook.com/sunlifeph.

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In life we all have to do things that we don’t enjoy at times.

When I was younger, I dream of a good job with a high salary. I thought it was the be-all and end-all of my dreams. But when I joined the workforce and thought that my dream has become a reality, I was wrong. Sure I can buy some things and travel once in a while but during work I feel like I’m just waiting for a day’s work to end.

I know what it feels like to be in a rut. To not feel happy on your work and seeing your dream job wilts right before you. But it’s only now I realized that it’s not a dream job at all. I was just attracted to the prestige and high salary attached to it. I now know that what I’m doing is not for a nobler cause and I was just stressing myself for a longer time. What more, I realized that I haven’t been preparing well for my future.

I further question my work life d uring the talk given by SunLife on “MillenialsFor a Financially Prepared Generation” last August 17, 2016. It made me think how the three speakers have given me the inspiration to pursue my passion. They also advocate financial foresight and planning which is a must for every Millenials as they forge ahead to their future.

As I pursue my MBA studies for nearly two years now, I also started becoming active with my writing and blogging by attending events. I do not blog to earn but the joy I experienced as I go to events and meeting lots of people as well as disseminating information feels like a noble cause for me. But there will come a time when I’ll decide if this is for me. I have to think of my future too and whether this is a sustainable hobby.

Just like what Sun life Recruitment Manager Fin Bernardo said that night, “Millennials are known to be slashers as they juggle a lot of things live travelling, blogging, and other passion projects on top of their regular 8-5 jobs. It sounds very aspirational but how can they sustain this in terms of time and resources?”

The life of a SunLife Financial Advisor seem to be an enviable job as I listen to them talk. It is also nice to help others plan for their future finances. The door that Sun Life (of Canada) Philippines, Inc. is beckoning for us to open it and I’m excited in their future #LiveBrighter Sessions.

The #LiveBrighter Sessions is a series of meet-ups to show how a Financial Advisor lives up to the demands and rewards of the profession. It aims to reach more Millennials and send them the message that their dream job is just here all along.

Guided by the core values of a Sun Life Financial Advisor- caring, professional, inspiring, and winning - #LiveBrighter Sessions will give a 32``path. More than the chance to earn unlimited income, it also provides perks such as all-expense travel and the freedom to work with an unbridled schedule.

With more Filipinos keen on getting insurance and investment products, the possibilities for new Advisors are endless. “We need more Financial Advisors to educate Filipinos on the importance of preparing for unexpected life’s events and offer them solutions that let them have Money for Life,” explained Bernardo.

Like me you can choose to #LiveBrighter now. Register to the next #LiveBrighter Forum by visiting bit.ly/LiveBrighter.

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