My Portfolio

A selection of client articles, press releases, and blog posts.

China’s Mobile Game Revenue Reaches $7.7 Billion during COVID-19

May 21, 2020

Sharing key insights on how the Coronavirus pandemic has influenced the Chinese mobile game industry.
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China's Largest Sandbox Game Sees Sales Spike with Hasbro Brand

April 8, 2020

Mini World sells 360,000 units in three months with a Transformers brand injection, facilitated by Yodo1. 
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China App Store ISBN License: Non-Compliant Games Risk Being Delisted

March 3, 2020

A look into Apple's recent announcement to developers: China's App Store regulations will be enforced.
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Hasbro and Yodo1 Announce Digital Licensing Agreement in Greater China

January 21, 2020

Press release on Hasbro's exclusive agency agreement with Yodo1.

Keplerians Success with MAS Continues: Evil Nun Gets Rich

November 1, 2019

"Evil Nun, positively diabolical with MAS" Promoting Yodo1's Managed Ad Services with a second Keplerians success story.

6 Baby Steps to Better Blogging

October 10, 2019

When your head is full of beautiful ideas but you can’t put them in writing.

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A fool-proof guide.

Why Bringing Your Brand to Your Audience is a Good Move

September 27, 2019

In this community management post, we’ll outline eight platforms on which communities are coming to life and illuminate places where your players might already be forming cohorts.

Personal Branding Must-Haves for Aspiring Community Managers

August 14, 2019

Everything you need to land your dream job, from getting qualified and showcasing your skills to building your brand on social media and creating a personal landing page.

Sky Over Sea: 4 Reasons To Ship Goods From The Philippines To US By Air

July 10, 2019

Recent news highlights that air freight is the most reliable option when shipping from the Philippines. In this post, I explain BOB's reasons for using this method.

China’s Shark Tank: Gaming Authority's New Requirements

May 21, 2019

An informative piece outlining how developers can meet China's new game licensing requirements.
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How to Choose the Best Coffee Creamer for Diabetics in 2019

May 21, 2019

A diabetic's guide to healthy coffee consumption. Researched, written, and SEO optimized for A Great Coffee.
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Loot Box Design 2.0: Complying with China's New Rules

May 7, 2019

An article for PocketGamer.biz Asia on China's recent regulation of loot-box monetization in mobile games. (Ghostwritten)

Why Invest More in Community Management?

April 22, 2019

The first in a series of blog posts written for the newly launch Game Community Management Hub, a one-stop shop for industry tips, tricks, and techniques.

Teach English Online with Yoli Chat

March 14, 2019

Have you heard of Uber for language learning? Yoli Chat is a platform where you can teach and earn (or learn) from your smartphone. Here’s my review.

To Drink Or Not To Drink: Coffee After Wisdom Teeth Removal

March 12, 2019

Find out how to enjoy your favorite a cup of coffee after wisdom teeth removal. Plus, learn what to do for a smooth recovery.
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Picking up a Language Abroad: Dos and Don'ts

March 6, 2019

Whether you’re planning a vacation, preparing for a business trip, or possibly relocating to a foreign country, here's how to learn a language fast—before your trip and while abroad.

7 KPIs for Small Businesses and NGOs to Track

February 18, 2019

Understand 7 key performance indicators for NGOs and small businesses and learn how to use these essential metrics without expensive software.​

5 Positive Affirmations to Achieve Goals

February 7, 2019

Learn how you can use the power of positive thinking to beat the odds and hold onto your new year’s resolutions in February.
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Travel the World on a Budget with WorkAway

November 14, 2018

As great as it is to see the world, it's the people you share travel experiences with that makes the places worth remembering.

A Backpacker's Guide to the Complete Baler Surf Experience

November 20, 2017

Destination: Baler, Aurora

Objective: learn how to surf in 4 days

My Amateur MMA Journey, Part 6: Last Days at Lakay

August 11, 2017

Revisiting what I’ve learned at Team Lakay as I complete my final session and have a sit down with iconic coach Mark Sangiao to discuss the successes and secrets of his team.