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From Tour Guides to Tourism Ambassadors: Why Communication Defines ASEAN Readiness in Philippine Tourism

By Dr. Sheila Viesca Executive Summary As the Philippines assumes a more visible leadership role within ASEAN, tourism is no longer simply a sector of economic activity—it is a platform for national representation, regional integration, and global perception. ASEAN, with nearly 700 million people and one of the fastest-growing economic regions in the world, is […]

Polish, Protocol, and Presence: Preparing the Philippines for ASEAN through TalkShop’s Foreign Service Training

In international diplomacy, the smallest gestures carry the weight of entire nations. A handshake, a seating arrangement, the tone of a greeting—each element in a ceremonial or diplomatic setting communicates unspoken messages about respect, competence, and identity. As the Philippines prepares to welcome dignitaries, decision-makers, and business leaders for the upcoming ASEAN summit, the stakes […]

DPWH Technical Report Writing Training

In an unprecedented initiative to bolster the technical writing capabilities of its officers, engineers, and lawyers, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) recently concluded a transformative three-day training session conducted by TalkShop CEO, Dr. Sheila Viesca.

TalkShop Prepares Experts and Competitors for World Skills Competition

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has partnered with Talkshop, the leading provider of communication and leadership workshops in the Philippines, to provide training for its world skills experts and competitors. The training program focuses on goal setting, time management, negotiation skills, and personal effectiveness, which are essential skills that can help TESDA’s […]

TalkShop Empowers Government Leaders in the New Normal through Business Protocol and Social Etiquette Training

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in the way we live and work. Governments around the world are facing unprecedented challenges in dealing with the effects of the pandemic on their citizens. As we continue to navigate this new normal, it is crucial for government leaders to be empowered with the necessary skills […]

Sheila Viesca and the TalkShop Formula

As the Manila Times celebrates its 123rd anniversary edition, it features leaders and organizations that continue to move forward despite the Covid-19 Pandemic. This article gives a good glimpse of TalkShop’s beginnings and offerings as it highlights the visionary leadership and entrepreneurial skills of its founder and CEO, Dr. Sheila Viesca, who started the training […]

TalkShop’s Effective Communication for DTI Negosyo Center

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA continues to prepare for the challenges of the new normal.  On January 27 and 28, almost 100 Negosyo Center (NC) business counselors,coordinators, and employees will attend Effective Business Communication, a technical writing and presentation training program by TalkShop, the country’s leading institute for personal effectiveness, corporate protocol, […]

Innovation: Life Force of Leadership

Innovation is a life force of leadership. An organization that aims to breed strong leaders must cultivate among them the mindset for innovation. As aptly put by Steve Jobs: “Innovation is the difference between a leader and a follower.”