Working abroad has been a dream for many Filipinos as it gives an opportunity to learn about different cultures, traditions, and work ethics. Filipinos are known to be hardworking, dedicated, and passionate about their jobs. Jasmin C. Garcia, a Filipina Business Consultant and Lead Manager, is a perfect example of how Filipinos excel and succeed in their respective fields while working overseas.
Jasmin C. Garcia, a 48-year-old Filipina, has been working in the UAE for almost 22 years. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Adamson in Manila, Philippines and her Master’s degree in Child Psychology from De La Salle University in the same city. She also completed her Human Resources and Administration Diploma Professional from the Filipino Institute in Dubai, UAE. Her educational background has been instrumental in shaping her career path in the industry of Business Development, Customer Service, Account Management, and HR Management.
With a 20-year history of surpassing high sales quotas within highly competitive markets, Jasmin is an exceptional communicator with a consultative sales style. She has excellent account management skills, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a keen client need assessment aptitude. Her core professional competencies include Strategic Sales and Marketing Campaigns, Executive Presentation and Negotiations, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Planning, Prospecting and Lead Generation, Key Account Acquisition and Retention, Cross-Functional Leadership, Staff Development and Management, and Customer Relationship Management.
Jasmin has worked with several companies in the FM industry in UAE, including Al Shirawi Facilities Management LLC, Portadata Solutions JLT, Coreserv Building Contracting, and Al Ikhaa Contracting Co. LLC. Currently, she is a Business Consultant and Lead Manager for Marina FM, a Semi-Government organization in the UAE. Her role includes business development, customer service, account management, and HR management.
Jasmin’s exceptional skills and dedication to her work have earned her several recognitions and achievements. She is one of the chosen ten resilient women in the UAE FM industry for the year 2022. Her existing successful clients include Le Reve Residence Marina, Horizon Tower, Grandeur Residence in Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Heights Residence, Landmark Hospitality, Hyatt Hotels, Rove Hotels (Emaar Properties), Movenpick Hotel, The Retreat Palm Sofitel, DAMAC, and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment-Business.
Living and working abroad is an amazing way to learn about the world, oneself, and what it means to be a global citizen. However, working overseas also has its everyday struggles, and Jasmin has faced them with resilience and determination. She believes that the key to overcoming these struggles is to have a positive mindset, a passion for one’s work, and a strong support system.
When asked about her plan after working overseas, Jasmin shared her future plans and advocacies. She wants to inspire and help fellow Filipinos to achieve their dreams and pursue their passions. She believes that education is the key to success and wants to create a foundation that will provide educational assistance to underprivileged children in the Philippines. She also wants to promote mental health awareness and help people struggling with mental health issues.
Jasmin’s piece of advice to fellow Filipinos who are struggling abroad is to never give up on their dreams and to always strive for excellence. She emphasized the importance of staying connected with loved ones and finding the right people to trust. She also advised keeping a positive mindset, being open to learning and adapting, and pursuing one’s passions.