‘Outwardly I may look quiet, but deep inside I’m full of this sense of challenge. I’m always striving to work harder, to improve by learning, to do better and keep dreaming.’

Two remarkable business leaders and philanthropists who’ve given me unforgettable interviews are Henry Sy Sr. and John Gokongwei Jr. I have long been an admirer of the country’s top self-made entrepreneurs — they not only own progressive businesses, they also posses a magic touch that has led them to create their own fortunes. They’re nation builders who’ve contributed to Philippine socio-economic development, and these two rugged Fujian-born entrepreneurs have shown us that all things are possible, as long as we dream, believe and work hard.

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