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Sometimes

you try your hardest

but things don't work out the way you want them to.. :|

[ sana nakikita mo mga efforts ko, para sa'yo. :( ]

CATERING MANAGEMENT Assignment

INTRODUCTION

Tambayan (kainang Filipino - which means Eating filipino food styles) is well-known restaurant of the Filipino people in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. It’s one of few places in KK that serves beer 24 hours a day. Situated in the Api Api Centre, The Place faces towards the ocean and is directly infront of the Asia City.

A sports bar cum pub come diner, it serves a generous selection of food and beverage. Specializing the Filipino Dishes, The Tambayan is popular amongst a diverse clientèle who come there for food that’s as wholesome as a home-cooked meal.

Prices are reasonable and the service is friendly and efficient. For a tipple, a snack and a chat whenever the feeling grabs you, no matter what time of day or night that might be.

Tambayan food is designed to cater for all nationalities except for muslim because they offer non-halal food. It strives to serve and meet the highest demand of all the food lovers who always hunting for good food in a sleek and cozy environment.

CHAPTER 1: NATURE OF BUSINESS OF TAMBAYAN RESTAURANT

A. Nature of Service

The nature of business of Tambayan Restaurant is food service. Tambayan Restaurant provides On-premise and Off-premise Catering as well to its customers.

B. Details of Tambayan Restaurant

Business Hour: 9 AM until Dawn.

Location Address: Block 3, Ground Floor, Api-api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia

Contact Numbers:

HP: 016-8182008

E-mail: Tambayan_kk@yahoo.com

CHAPTER 2: PRODUCTS OF TAMBAYAN RESTAURANT

M E N U :

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The link of the Menu Picture for clearer appearance.

CHAPTER 3 : SWOT ANALYSIS

• STRENGTH

Tambayan Restaurant offers its customer a Western and Filipino Cuisine - Mostly are Filipino Dishes that’s why most of the customer goes there because they serve delicious food that customers expect for them. There service is also very good, they make sure that they serve their customer in fastest service as they could. The customers ofTambayan will also entertained because of the flat screen television they displayed above, they can watch any types of channels with a speaker on it, to make the customer more enjoyed its venue. The position of the building is very convenient because it is near of the Internet café and it’s situated infront of Asia City and sometimes tourist caught it attention because of its attractive designs. Unlike to the other resto-bar Tambayan open 24 hours every day.

• WEAKNESS

Tambayan is a small resto-bar that’s why their spacing is too small and there are no enough chairs and tables to occupy other customer. Despite of their delicious food Tambayan offers an expensive menu, so it’s quite heavy in the pocket. Other than that Tamabyan also its other competitors which is Devi's Restaurant that which Muslims people can go and eat there.

• OPPORTUNITY

Tambayan Restaurant is an easily way on how to attract its customers because they are near in the Internet Café, Beauty Saloon, Tailoring Shop, easily passed by people on the Wawasan Terminal, and it is back behind of the Promenade Hotel and Marina Court Condominium.

• THREAT

However, though it is small capacity for their customers they have also lack of parking space to park their cars. They are also near in their competitors which also has its great impact of attracting customers. Other competitor offers low prices of their same menu.

COMPETITORS	STRENGHTS	WEAKNESSES	OPPORTUNITIES	THREATS
TAMBAYAN	Recipe	Serving pork [muslims cannot visit to their resto.] ; poor service	Near at the SME Bank, Net Cafe	Competing “The Place”/ not 24/7 open
DEVIS INDIAN	Affordable prices	They cooked already the food [buffet style]	Near at the beauty salon, and bus satation	Traffic Jam
RESTORAN BANU II [api-api centre branch]	Service and affordable prices	Buffet Style—cooked already, poor spacing	Near at the tailoring shop,	Cannot easily find by the customers

CHAPTER 4: TAMBAYAN RESTAURANT PRICING

A. General Pricing

The pricing of Tambayan Restaurant is based on what the customers order, based on the menu list. which is a set of course with an egg and vegetables cost RM 7.00 ++.

B. Package Pricing

Their package pricing is usually applied in the premise itself for ocassion such as Birthdays, Concerts, Wedding and etc.

They usually using banquet service and Buffet service during the outside catering. The very nice point of pricing of the Tambayan Restaurant is not complicated. Which means, whatever the list in the their MENU, is all in their. they have packages in their which consist for example of 2 sets package of Beer, 4 sets of viands with rice and non-alcoholic beverages for the cost of RM300 ++, depends on the Set of Package that the customer will deal in.

CHAPTER 5 : TAMBAYAN RESTAURANT MARKETING PLAN.

The Marketing plan of Tambayan is they enable to train the hospitality of the employers of their staffs [ waiters/waitress, chefs, cashier, cleaners] should be courteous enough and be more responsible for their customer because Tambayan is a very busy restaurant more people are coming every day. So therefore their staffs should know how to do and be alert of the mood-swing of their customer. The management is being trained their staffs also to know the importance of teamwork and customer-oriented the management should also have the plan on how to train their staffs. Lack of commitment from employees can be harmful to an organization, resulting in poorer performance arising from inferior service offerings and higher costs. The resultant positive effect of Marketing Plan will mean that employees will input maximum rather than minimum effort, thereby better satisfying the needs and wants of external customers.

Tambayan Restaurant also have advertisements in the internet and giving some flyers to recognize more their restaurant, the fact that Tambayan is quite expensive they also have some promotions like discounts and the “buy one free one” basis is also being improved and being provided to attract their customers.

BY: MA. CHESSA Y. GONZALES - 01759-05-09

DCA 05/09

ASIAN TOURISM INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE

[: Faire monter la pression, last semester! ✿✿

[I'm soo stressed oout!]

This is a serious problem. I don't know what to do, I'm so scared if I'm going to fail out of college pero grabe naman.
I don't have a problem doing my work, I learn relatively easily and the subject matter interests me. But when I wake up in the morning, it is with dread that I realize I have homework/studying/class that day.
Strangely enough, I don't mind doing homework, sometimes it can even be fun. I really enjoy learning new things, maybe. And I feel so accomplished afterward, it feels really great, specially washing my own clothes, oh great!

I think what really scares me is the possibility that I will read the chapter, or go to class, and not understand. I'm afraid that I won't "get" the concept we're learning, or not understand the question on an assignment. I'm not even sure why this scares me so much. I'm also scared that I will do the assignment to the best of my abilities, but get a bad grade (that I DO understand).

Anyway, this fear paralyzes me so much that not only can I not do my assignment/go to class, I can't even THINK about school at all! Or I feel like my stomach is going to implode. Then I get behind...I have no excuse for not doing my work...I get even more stressed out. Every once in a while, the panic hits me and I go completely insane.

But the thing is, i'm just scared, i'm scared of being a graduating student, soon to be a great chef, soon, living my own life, finding my own job and salary. well, that's life.

“Go for the moon. If you don't get it, you'll still be heading for a star." :)

Above all, i miss my family soo muchii much >.<

NARCiSSiSM

"look at me, look at me" . or "i hope they like me" have you ever try to say this to yourself? Never has it been so easy to publish your every move! Suddenly it has become pivotal for everyone to be informed that "chessa is going to sleep" or that "chessa is so upset about HIM". while the need for attention is merely human, the perpetual need for it can be alarming.

Mark Leary, a psychologist at Duke told ABC News that social media such as Facebook promote narcissistic behavior, even in an unpretentious person. it seems everyone has an inner narcissistic who is responsible for their facebook statuses.

I'm not saying that everyone who owns facebook account is head over heels with themselves, but it does blur the lines very easily. while you may have easily turn into an ode to myself in the blink of a few updates!

If an inflated ego can delusional sense of self wasn't already scary issues perpetuated by narcissism, it goes on further to create a society that believes that they have an entitlement to just about everything. What hope is there for world peace if everyone is looking out only for themselves, should your self-worth be attached to how many responses your new status recieves?

It is however not a lost cause, you don't have to delete your facebook, twitter, friendster accounts and live under the tree. I'm just saying, be weary! if you find that how you feel is tied to your various networks, then turn off the computer!

Narcissism - it's not just about self-worth in fact has overinflated view of his own abilities, similar to the kitten that sees himself as a lion. Narcissism are not just confident, they're overconfident. In short, they admire themselves too much.

But there is just other people who really feel unsatisfied when no one responds to their status and come up with something new until someone leaves a comment. --who cares if they wont leave a comment or even like you status anyway?

-Ma. Chessa Y. Gonzales

Anyone Can Become a Millionaire by Following a Few Simple Steps ♥

Becoming a millionaire isn’t all that difficult and there are countless ways to achieve that milestone. Some people do it through real estate, others start their own business, while some simply get lucky by winning the lottery or winning big on a game show. What is even more interesting is that you don’t have to be wealthy to begin with nor do you have to earn six figures to reach this goal.

I know some people who earn well over $100,000 and all they have to show for it is a large mortgage payment and a fancy car that depreciates faster than a glass of milk left outside in the summer sun. Anyone can become a millionaire and there are five things you need to do to have the best shot of making that a reality.

1. Earn Income.

Clearly, the more money you make, the faster you can reach that milestone, but that doesn’t mean your average Joe with a average income can’t obtain millionaire status. The current median income in this country ranges between $35,000-$60,000, depending on where you live. Better yet, get married so you have dual incomes. The wonderful thing about having dual incomes is that even with two people in the household, your income may double, but your expenses typically don’t.

If you don’t earn even an average income, all is not lost. It is up to you to do something about it. A negative attitude about your job or your earning potential won’t change anything. Be proactive and make the decision to improve your situation. It is your life, so take control and realize that things don’t change overnight. It may take a few years of slow growth before you reach the point where you want to be, but you can do it if you try. Remember, short of inheriting money from a relative or winning the lottery, you will need income to become a millionaire.

2. Live Within Your Means.

Ok, so you have income but now what? It doesn’t matter how much money you make if you spend it all or spend even more than you make. It might be nice to eat out at nice restaurants every night, or to always be on the cutting edge of designer fashion but, this will only make you feel like a millionaire. This doesn’t mean you have to live a miserable and miserly lifestyle, but you simply need to live reasonably.

Start by purchasing a home that you can comfortably afford and drive vehicles that suit your lifestyle without straining your budget. You don’t have to be pulling down $75,000 a year and drive a 1992 Civic Hatchback or live in a dump, but throwing your money at a 4,000 square foot home in a gated community with luxury cars or SUVs that cost as much as one year of your salary won’t help you become a millionaire. Some may argue that an expensive home and real estate in general is a good way to become a millionaire, but I will touch on that later.

3. Save Money.

This isn’t rocket science but if you earn a reasonable income and you live within your means, guess what, you will probably have money left over to save. The problem most people have is they put savings last, as an afterthought. People pay bills, buy things and then whatever is leftover they try to save. That is the wrong way to save. I’m sure you’ve heard it before, but pay yourself first. Whether it is $100 a month or $1,000 a month, think of the savings as a bill that needs to be paid and do it regularly. If you are unable to save money you will find that your only wealth is in the form of material things. Start saving today with a high-yield online savings account

4. Invest Wisely.

Now that you are saving money, you need to invest it wisely. Sticking it under the mattress isn’t going to help you reach your goals any faster. You don’t have to read the Wall Street Journal or watch CNBC everyday while actively managing your portfolio in order to be a good investor. Some of the best investment advice is to simply buy and hold and to buy low and sell high.

It is also important to remember that real estate is part of your investment picture, but it shouldn’t be all of it. Too many people stake almost everything they have into a primary residence and expect it to appreciate in value. Just like any investment, generally speaking, over time you will make money. There isn’t much debate about that, but relying heavily on real estate is no different than if you rely on one stock to fund your retirement. Start investing for free – trade stocks for free at Zecco.

5. Stick With Your Plan.

If you have done the previous four items the only thing left to do is to continue doing it and stick to the plan. As far as income is concerned, always be on the lookout for ways to increase your income, whether it is through climbing the ladder at your current job, finding work elsewhere, or maybe even starting a business on the side. Increased income will mean you can save even more, provided you aren’t foolishly spending the additional money. As that additional money gets tucked away into savings or investments it will continue to grow even more quickly.

It Isn’t Hard to Do if You Work at It

Unfortunately, most people are looking for a way to get rich quick or to capitalize on the next big thing. It is true that some people have made their wealth through playing the real estate market, while others have done so by investing in a few stocks that exploded, but this is the exception and not the norm. If the above list seems overly simplistic, that’s good. There are no secrets to becoming a millionaire and almost anyone has the chance to make it happen. The process is simple:

1. Make money
2. Don’t spend all of your money
3. Save some money
4. Invest that money
5. Repeat

Certainly, there are many factors in play that can make this easier or more difficult for different people. This is simply the process that you can use in order to reach that goal, whether it is in 5 years or 50, if you follow a few basic steps you can do it.

How to Use Eye Contact to Make a Good Impression :D

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to make new friends so easily, while others find it so hard to form successful relationships with new people?

Researchers who study relationships have discovered that a big difference between those people who make new friends easily, and those who don't, is that socially successful people tend to make eye contact with their conversation partners much more frequently than those who are less successful socially.

Many shy people never make eye contact at all. When speaking with others, people who are socially unsuccessful and who have a hard time making new friends, are more likely to look down at the ground, or look away. They rarely will look at the face of the person they are talking with.

If you have been less successful in making friends than you wish, you may be able to become much more socially successful by making this one simple change to your behaviorMost North Americans, especially those who are Caucasian, prefer to have a lot of eye contact when they are talking with someone. When a person doesn't make eye contact with them, North Americans tend to assume that person is hiding something. The very phrase "shifty-eyed" connotes a person whose eyes dart around the room, implying that they are untrustworthy.

When you are having a conversation with someone and you want to leave a friendly impression, be sure to keep looking at that person frequently while you are talking. You don't need to use a piercing stare, a friendly gaze will do.

If it really bothers you to look directly into another person's eyes, you can look at the person's face without focusing solely on the eyes. If you gaze generally at the eyebrow area or the bridge of the nose, this is close enough to the eye region that you will appear to be looking at the person's eyes. You may find that it eases your own discomfort if you let your vision go slightly out of focus.

Whenever you are in conversation with someone, keep the majority of your focus on the other person. If you glance around the room too much, or look too frequently at otherpeople, your conversation partner may assume that you are bored, or that you are looking around for someone else you would rather talk with.

If you have difficulty knowing exactly how to make eye contact, you can benefit from practicing in front of a mirror, or practice with another person.

Don't stare at other people too intensely however! A very intense, unblinking stare can make your conversation partners feel very uncomfortable.

You can lighten the impression you are making by smiling more often, nodding, and by gazing at the entire face as well as the eyes. In addition, you can frequently glance away for brief periods.

When people get the sense that you are really paying attention to them, and that you enjoy talking with them, they will be much more likely to want to have conversations with you!

DEPRESSiON - treatment & information

Depression is one of the most common psychological problems, affecting nearly everyone through either personal experience or through depression in a family member. Each year over 17 million American adults experience a period of clinical depression. The cost in human suffering cannot be estimated. Depression can interfere with normal functioning, and frequently causes problems with work, social and family adjustment. It causes pain and suffering not only to those who have a disorder, but also to those who care about them. Serious depression can destroy family life as well as the life of the depressed person.

Impact of Depression:

• Causes tremendous emotional pain
• Disrupts the lives of millions of people
• Adversely affects the lives of families and friends
• Reduces work productivity and absenteeism
• Has a significant negative impact on the economy, costing an estimated $44 billion a year

Depression and bipolar depression are presented separately on this website because of the unique problems encountered with bipolar disorder. Individuals interested in information about bipolar disorder should also review the information on depression, as bipolar disorder usually includes depressive episodes as well. Bipolar disorder was formerly called manic-depressive disorder. It is a type of depression, and it characterized by the presence of mood swings, especially "manic highs" that often result in high risk, self-damaging behavior. Most individuals with bipolar disorder have both depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes.

Depression is a psychological condition that changes how you think and feel, and also affects your social behavior and sense of physical well-being. We have all felt sad at one time or another, but that is not depression. Sometimes we feel tired from working hard, or discouraged when faced with serious problems. This too, is not depression. These feelings usually pass within a few days or weeks, once we adjust to the stress. But, if these feelings linger, intensify, and begin to interfere with work, school or family responsibilities, it may be depression.

Depression can affect anyone. Once identified, most people diagnosed with depression are successfully treated. Unfortunately, depression is not always diagnosed, because many of the symptoms mimic physical illness, such as sleep and appetite disturbances. Recognizing depression is the first step in treating it.

Nearly two-thirds of depressed people do not get proper treatment:

• The symptoms are not recognized as depression.
• Depressed people are seen as weak or lazy.
• Social stigma causes people to avoid needed treatment.
• The symptoms are so disabling that the people affected cannot reach out for help.
• Many symptoms are misdiagnosed as physical problems
• Individual symptoms are treated, rather than the underlying cause.

Clinical depression is a very common psychological problem, and most people never seek proper treatment, or seek treatment but they are misdiagnosed with physical illness. This is extremely unfortunate because, with proper treatment, nearly 80% of those with depression can make significant improvement in their mood and life adjustment.