FASHIONPULIS: Snobbish influencer

 

By Mike Lim

Published May 30, 2026 03:47 pm

At A Glance

Social Media Influencer (SI) has long cultivated an image of being energetic, approachable, and fun-loving. She rose to prominence through innovative and creative content, gaining a large following with her unconventional style and presentations.

A Social Media Influencer (SI) reportedly displayed an aloof attitude toward an unsuspecting worker (UW) at an event.

UW had been assigned to welcome SI upon her arrival at the venue. However, her enthusiasm quickly faded when SI arrived. According to those present, SI walked straight into the office without acknowledging UW or the fans waiting to greet her.

SI has long cultivated an image of being energetic, approachable, and fun-loving. She rose to prominence through innovative and creative content, gaining a large following with her unconventional style and presentations.   

As her audience grew—without resorting to gimmicks or gambling-related promotions—brands began offering sponsorship deals, while celebrities started appearing in her videos. Many followers admired how she used her earnings to improve her family's living conditions, including providing them with a new home. These gestures earned her widespread praise and reinforced her image as an ideal daughter.

With fame came greater opportunities. SI gradually rebranded herself into a more sophisticated personality, eventually turning her name into a marketable brand. Invitations and endorsements multiplied, but some observers have reportedly been less impressed with her off-camera demeanor.

At the recent event, SI appeared distant and reserved toward the staff, a stark contrast to the cheerful persona she projects online. UW was particularly surprised when SI's demeanor suddenly changed and she became warm and engaging. The timing, however, was notable—it happened just as members of the press arrived.

“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice... Whatever choice you make makes you.” — Roy T. Bennett   

Considerate partner

When the relationship of an influential industry couple came to an end, many expected a messy fallout. Observers anticipated a barrage of revelations, public accusations, or even a battle over creative credits. Instead, silence prevailed. No formal announcement was made, and news of the split spread only through whispers and industry gossip.

The creative partnership between Ex-Partner 1 (EP1) and Ex-Partner 2 (EP2) was widely admired. Despite being relatively young, the pair had already left a significant mark on the industry. Together, they were responsible for several landmark films and were credited with revitalizing the careers of actors whose box-office appeal had begun to fade.

Their projects often featured established but commercially risky stars. Yet, under the ex-couple's creative guidance, these films became both critical and commercial successes, earning impressive box-office returns and award-winning performances. Over time, EP1 and EP2 built a reputation for delivering quality productions, making them trusted names among moviegoers.

Unfortunately, the partnership eventually unraveled when EP1 reportedly had a change of heart. Despite being in a long-term relationship with EP2, he allegedly left her for a Fellow Colleague (FC), who was said to be working in the same office.

When EP2 realized the relationship had come to an end, she chose to maintain her composure. Rather than fuel speculation or provide gossip-hungry observers with details, she focused on her work and refrained from airing her grievances on social media.

According to a source, EP2 prioritized her peace of mind and allowed the more gracious side of her character to prevail. She understood the possible consequences if fans learned the full story. After all, she and EP1 were not only romantically involved—they were also business partners, and any controversy could have affected their ongoing and future projects.

Fans can be fiercely loyal, and public sympathy often translates into action. Had the circumstances become public, supporters might have called for boycotts or directed their anger toward EP1's projects. Such a scenario could have had serious business implications for everyone involved.

Instead, EP2 chose silence. In doing so, she not only protected the ventures they had built together but also shielded the man she once loved from potential backlash.

“Love that wounds over time is not love; it's a lesson to grow stronger and choose yourself first.” — Ayoub Imilouane

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Colombia's Vanessa Pulgarin makes history as first-ever MGI All Stars winner

By Neil Ramos

Published May 31, 2026 11:06 am  

Finishing behind Pulgarin were Ghana's Faith Maria Porter as first runner-up and Vietnam's Nguyen Huong Giang as second runner-up.

The Philippines also delivered a strong showing at the inaugural competition through former Miss Universe Philippines titleholder Gazini Ganados, who advanced to the Top 5 and earned widespread praise from pageant fans.

Ganados captivated the audience with her commanding stage presence and a stunning gold gown designed by Filipino designer Rian Fernandez, drawing loud cheers during the finals.

Among the Philippines' five representatives, Ganados achieved the highest placement. Fuschia Anne Ravena reached the Top 18, while Alexia Nuñez, Imelda Schweighart, and Keylyn Trajano exited earlier in the competition.

LIFE CHANGES DRAMATICALLY

Change allows you to explore new things and learn from different experiences. This will help you grow as a person as you can now understand more about yourself, your limits, and your desires.

Do you remember, my dear readers, what I wrote for a long time  at this corner? Our life will never be the way it used to be – due to Covid-19. Everything in our life changed. Really everything. 

Being in online classes while teaching but in the daily home office, I experienced a total change when it comes to the digital body language:  cues you send – or don’t send. Writer David Robson gets to the point in a nutshell: “Online, as in real-life, it’s not just what you say – but how you say it”. Meanwhile I was asked by Ateneo de Davao to continue my teaching face to face. No more online. Thank God!

Think about the last work email that you sent. Did its sentences end with full stops or exclamation marks, or did you forgo punctuation altogether? Was it peppered with emoji – or plain text? And was your response prompt, or did you have to apologise for the time it had taken to reply?

Now, consider your last Zoom call. Did you check your phone or email at least once during the meeting? And did you pause to be sure that the other speaker had finished? Or did you find yourself frequently interrupting their sentences, as you failed to take into account the slight delays in the connection?

According to the leadership expert Erica Dhawan, these are all examples of our “digital body language” – a concept that serves as the title of her new book. Like our in-person physical body language, digital body language concerns the subtle cues that signal things like our mood or engagement, and change the meaning of the words we say – be it in text, on the phone or in a video call.

Following David Robson, it is needless to say, the rise of remote working during the pandemic has only made these issues more urgent, but psychologists have long known that digital communication is ripe for misunderstanding.
So, what can be done? It’s indeed a question of mindfulness, so that we can be sure that our digital body language is intentional and appropriate to the situation at hand.

Do you like emojis?!? Well, first consider written communication, starting with the use of emoji and punctuation marks, like the exclamation point. Stylists may sneer, but many people (and include me in!) argue that they often help to clarify the meanings of the words themselves, much in the same way as a nodding head or a smirk in person. Whether you’re signalling urgency or excitement with ALL CAPS, impatience and irritation with an “?!?” or mutual appreciation with a fist-bump emoji, you are helping your text to convey the feelings you would have embodied in person.

It took me almost a whole year, but right now allow me to tell you: don’t feel shy about adopting these more informal digital cues, where appropriate – and be aware that others may well be expecting them.

Broadly, your use of punctuation and emojis are part of a bigger set of cues that will establish the tone of your exchanges – whether they feel formal or informal, enthusiastic or bored. Other signals will include your greetings (whether you include a friendly “Hello” at the start of the message or simply dive straight in), and your sign off (an emotionally distant “Regards” versus an enthusiastic “Thanks!”).

Honestly, sometimes I’m really getting tired of video calls and zoom meetings. They present their own unique problems. Your body language, manners and level of engagement on video-chat platforms can influence how colleagues see you and interpret your message. Even during my online teaching, I observed some students being absent-minded or even not being dressed well.

Whatever medium you use, you should remain conscious of two factors – trust and power – in all your interactions. These ratings will be subjective, of course, but if you sense there is a clear gap on either of these dimensions, you need to be more cautious.

In the past, the handshake, the smile and the smile gave us many well trusted signals,– but in online communication, our gratitude is often less apparent, or may not be expressed at all. Measures to remedy this could be as simple as sending a follow-up email, after a virtual meeting, to make it clear that you valued someone’s input, or cc’ing a junior colleague on an email to a client, acknowledging the role they played in a project. We can’t just assume that our colleagues will know how much we value them.

Erica Dhawan’s book Digital Body Language, is out now from St Martin’s Press. I learned a lot from her, especially perfecting our digital body language will take practice – but a few moments of thought each day may save hours of anxiety and confusion in the days and weeks ahead.

Earlier in this writeup, I mentioned David Robson. He is the author of The Intelligence Trap: Revolutionise Your Thinking and Make Wiser Decisions (Hodder & Stoughton/WW Norton) – out now in paperback. He is @d_a_robson on Twitter.

Since the pandemic, employees are leaving the workforce or switching jobs in droves. For many, employers have played a big part in why they’re walking away. It’s another big change in our business world. Read more about my thoughts in my next column here at this corner.

8 Signs Someone Is Highly Attracted To You

 

The Human Psyche & Emotions

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Posted by 

Jen Jekop

Telling when somebody likes you can sometimes be quite tricky, more so if the person does not make their feelings clear in any way. In fact, attraction usually begins at the level of small, almost imperceptible signs.

In the first place, it is important to bear in mind that they may be extremely skilled communicators. There are others who, by nature, show a lot of interest and, through their attitude, they are capable of making the whole world feel worthy and important. That being said, the feelings that they have for you are not necessarily the same as those that they communicate to you.

When someone is really attracted to you, this can lead to a situation where they send you a lot of conflicting messages perhaps because being around you makes them feel a little bit nervous.

What can you learn about a person's personality just by observing them?

 

The Open Forum

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Posted by 

Dineo Kgosi

Apr 26

1. People who easily talk about other people's bad things in front of you, also easily talk about your bad things in front of other people.
2. When someone is doing something and then stops what they are doing when you talk to them, it means they are really listening to what you are saying.
3. Talking to other people while smiling and occasionally looking into their eyes will make them feel comfortable talking to you.
4. Avoid arguments with stubborn people. No matter how valid your argument, it won't convince them because they'll feel humiliated if they give in.
5. This doesn't apply to everyone, but most people who are hyperactive on social media are a sign that their real life isn't as exciting as their online world. However, it's not uncommon for people to want to share their happiness on social media, and that's still okay.
6. People who always say the words ' Thank you, sorry, and please' are usually people with a good attitude. It's easy, but not everyone can do it.
7. The average person who dislikes or feels insecure in a crowd feels like everyone is staring at them, even though everyone is busy with their own activities and no one is paying attention to them.
8. People (including us) usually don't care about other people's opinions. We only hear what we want to hear.

How much profit do airlines make compared to other businesses?

 

Tomaž Vargazon

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You’d think airlines make a profit, but no. You see, airlines aren’t really in the business of ferrying people around, that’s just a necessary side hussle. They’re banks.

A few reasonably well known airlines

The airline business model is they ferry people around and if they turn up with what we call a “positive zero” around here, meaning the bottom line that looks like a bill for a bubble gum at a convenience store, they call it a successful year. They often don’t get that far, but it’s not a problem. For an airline, that’s just the inconvenient cost of doing business.

Their real income cash cow are loans. Airlines sit on piles upon piles of money that they turn and churn in the world financial markets. If you’re in the need of a big loan, odds are airlines have the money you need. Just sign at the bottom and they expect the delivery of your firstborn later that day.

Airlines are in the business of finance and their operating capital comes from you paying your tickets months in advance. That’s their business model, sell seat tickets well in advance and loan out the money in the meantime. With a sufficiently large volume of sales you’ll always have a huge amount of cash in a bank and that can be turned into enormous profits on financial market. The passenger is just the inconvenience they have to deal with on the side.

Now you understand why airlines sell deeply discounted tickets well in advance and also why they bother with the economy class at all. Economy class barely covers its own operating costs, but sells most tickets several months in advance, which gives the company the capital for their financial shenanigans. Business class makes money by itself and first class is again barely profitable but gets them the connections in business and finance they need to make a profit in their real business.

Funny, eh? That’s why USA doesn’t have a national high speed rail system. The finance system needs their airlines nice and plump to work with.