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Bayad Center Team L-R: Mark B. Santiago, Manny L. Tuazon (CEO & President), Uriah C. Velunta, Francispito P. Quevedo (COO & AVP), Wendel P. Labre, Justine D. Amihan

Bayad Center big wigs :)

Q & A portion

Join the fastest growing business English school in Japan!



2017 looks really promising and we, at BIZMATES are expecting a HUGE rush of students as the new year opens. We are looking forward to meet you! :)

Why work with Bizmates, you ask?

I hope that you can read on as I tell you a little something about why you should partner with us. (READ: Biz=business + Mates=partners, so we're basically business partners) *wink*

If you don't have that much time to read and excited to apply: visit bizmates.ph NOW!

I've been working online since 2012. I've done research, admin work, article writing, etc. But I've always been passionate about teaching, and I don't have any plans of stopping soon.

As of this writing, I've been with Bizmates for 11 months. I stumbled upon an ad of Bizmates December 2015 and sent my application before the year ended. By the start of January 2016, I started working as an English trainer and I've been a satisfied trainer since.


The Pay





Compared to other online English schools that I've worked for, Bizmates offers a competitive compensation to the efforts of their energetic and goal-driven trainers. I'm always inspired to reach my targets and maintain the high quality of training to my students. If you just want to have your ends meet, you can work part-time. It's a no-work, no-pay policy so if you want to buy that phone, pay for your tuition or whatever; just add more hours to your work time.

The Flexibility





The schedule is really flexible. A lot have asked me how I managed to keep a job that I can juggle with law school. Aside from the fact that I'm not a full load law student this year, Bizmates does not put additional pressures to the trainers. The system works in such a way that you only open the slots when you can work and close when you can't teach. So, you can attend all those parties and school activities if need be.

The Company

Bizmates is a SEC-registered company with headquarters in Japan. It's practically new, but throughout its existence for more or less 5 years, it was able to establish a lead in helping Japanese professionals achieve their business English needs. Bizmates cultivates cultural diversity. Teachers of all nationalities can become part of the team. The top management are nice people, you can freely air your concerns to them. Even the support team are really helpful.

The Students

I've had several instances in the other online English schools in the past where the student was rude or won't listen to me. But the students in Bizmates maintain professionalism throughout. They are focused on their goals. They're passionate about learning and they're very courteous. But if and when there will be a rotten tomato on the bunch, Bizmates offers a very good back up support for the trainers.


The 5-step application process won't take long and it's all done ONLINE!




Read our FAQs for more of your concerns. Or shoot me a message if you want me to give you a tip or two.

Photo Credits: screenshots from bizmates.ph website

CAVEAT: this post might contain TMI lol

When you see hair, it's time to lay bare.

Thank goodness bushy eyebrows is on trend, I don't have to worry much about my brows.

But, I can't easily get rid of my other hair. (Please leave my crowning glory out of this. It needs another kind of rescuing haha)

For the other "unwanted" hair (lip, underarm, legs, arms and down there), glad that hair removal products and services are within reach.

I've been shaving since high school. Well, for obvious reasons, I think it's the cheapest, most convenient way of removing hair. It's every lazy girls' go-to tool (READ: or when a lazy girl becomes disgusted with her hairy self. lol) But of course, we know the cons of shaving. Thicker hair afterwards.Most often than not, our body parts become itchy as new hair grow. (sigh) I tried warm wax and scalded myself once or twice (when I say once or twice I mean a couple hundred times, hahaha cue Justin Bieber). I tried the cold wax strips but god forgive me, how the fudge do I ever get rid of the wax? And it's painful. Ang sakit besh! huhu And the hair is still there, you have to pull the hair out pa, ouch! huhu

Early this year, my sis suggested that I try threading. Well, it was okay. My hair didn't grow that quick. But it was still painful, I must admit though. I feel that my sensitive skin is tugged to bits and the parts became darker. Tsk. So, what do I do? Nah, I become a gorilla. hehe I just let the hair grow and shave my hair out for special days - beach, birthdays, or every time I have to wear heels with my skirt.



I recently visited Lay Bare Waxing Salon Abreeza Branch with Angel. They opened just last month. Angel wanted us to try the Brazilian wax. And I told her, "Gel, ayoko pong masaktan. Ikaw nalang, sanay ka naman masaktan. (peace Gel).

The Ambiance: 

individual cubicles with sliding doors to maintain privacy

The apple green x pink combo is inviting. The interior looks clean and relaxing. It has a homey feel of sorts. They put emphasis on privacy and hygiene plus comfort. It has a soothing effect. ZEN.

Angel and I with Ms Ana - Abreeza branch proprietor

Lay Bar Waxing Salon's very machika staff hehe

The Staff:

As I said, it felt homey. Parang matagal na kayong magkakilala. Machika ang staff but not to the point of being annoying. They have this process of letting you fill up a form about your profile, hair removal history, allergies, etc. Yung parang form that you have with your dentist.

Hair Removal Procedure:

Lay Bare uses this cold wax. I'm not sure but it smelled like sugar. parang candy, I swear it smelled so good. I was skeptical but lord did that sugary wax pulled my hair! Then, it left no residue. Walang waxy feel. It wasn't pain-free though. May kurot konti. Very tolerable. Parang kagat lang ng langgam. (I'm not sure about the Brazilian wax though, I'm yet to try it pa hehe) Depending on the services you'll avail, the entire procedure won't take long. Maybe at least 15 minutes. (parang kisapmata)

The Price:

It doesn't break the bank. Compared to other hair removal salons or even comparing to some hair removal products and services you can have at home, their price fits the budget. Just the right price na pwede mong i-maintain to be hairless all your life.




And since Abreeza Branch just recently opened, they're offering a Grand Opening Discount of 20 % off all their waxing and threading services until December 11, 2016 only. You can find them at 3rd Floor Expansion Wing of Abreeza Mall.


Like Lay Bare Waxing Salon - Abreeza  for more information and other details on discounts and more surprises from the branch

They accept appointments and walk-ins.





or visit their website to learn more about the Lay Bare Waxing Salon products, services and other locations.


Photo Credits: Angel Deiparine, photo grabbed from Lay Bare Waxing Salon's fb page

What started out as a humble retail store in the 70's is celebrating their 38th anniversary. And they're rolling out their treats to mark this celebration. Yey! So stoked and can't wait to join in the fun. hihi

The Function Hall at the 5th Floor which will serve as Art Gallery