I spoke with an old man over the phone. It was over 40-minute call and it's worth it even my AHT got worse. He taught me a lot of things regarding life and settling down. It was really nice talking to him. He asked me if i was a graduate, I politely said yes. He was amazed that we Filipinos can graduate from college before the age of 22. He asked my major and when i told him what my major was he said I should go there and I'll make tons of money. He compared Filipino, American, and European culture. He said that the young generation in their country is in a hurry for success. Right after college graduation, they'd think that they'll be the boss of the company. He is so amazed how hard working we Filipinos are. That we are willing to start from the bottom position till we get to the top. I think it's how they were raised. Maybe, just maybe, in their place, not everyone or not a lot of people are required or given the privilege to study college. Here in the PH, your parents will do everything just to get you in a nice University and finish a degree. Here are other things that he taught me:
- Never buy a brand new car. (because its value will depreciate 30% once you drive it the first time)
- Invest on lands. (because its value keeps on rising years after years)
- Buy lands in the country where your families are. (parents, siblings, relatives..to be with them)
- Choose to be in a peaceful place when settling down. (with trees,grass, away from the city life where you spent most of your career life)
- Learn how to save even if you are on the peak of your career. (because you never know how long you will stay there)
What a small talk! These were just some. His last statement was "If you're just nearby, I'll take you to dinner" He is like a father who's longing for a child. Hope to talk to you again, sir.
