23/09/2026
LIGHTWISE...
For Chona Abad, every day of running her business is connected to a dream: to help her children finish their studies and create a better life for her family.
A Partner-Client from LIGHT Dagupan Branch, Chona is a Boneless Bangus and Tinapang Bangus Dealer who believes that having a clear purpose, staying focused, and holding on through challenges can make a difference in the journey of an entrepreneur.
Here are some of Chona's business tips:
1. Have a dream and a purpose.
For Chona, her dreams give her the strength to keep going each day and work toward a better future for her family.
“Una dapat may pangarap; pangarap na maihaon, mapagtapos ng pag-aaral ang mga anak; pangarap na mabago ang buhay dahil ito po yung nagbibigay sa atin ng kalakasan, bumangon sa araw-araw para makamit ang mga pangarap.”
2. Give your business your time and focus.
Chona believes that entrepreneurs need to dedicate their time and attention to their business.
“Pangalawa po dapat nakalaan ang ating oras sa pagpapatakbo ng negosyo at doon po yung focus natin sa ating kabuhayan.”
3. Be honest with your customers.
For Chona, honesty is an important part of doing business and building trust with customers.
“Maging tapat sa mga customer, kasi kung tapat ka sa lahat ng mga ginagawa mo susuklian po tayo ng pagpapala.”
4. Don't be afraid to start.
Starting a business can be difficult, but Chona encourages fellow Partner-Clients to have the courage to try.
“Huwag matakot subukan magnegosyo; mahirap pero huwag sumuko agad.”
5. Pray and persevere.
For Chona, facing the challenges of business also means holding on to faith and continuing despite difficulties.
“Samahan ng panalangin.”
Chona's experience reminds us that behind every business can be a dream worth pursuing. With purpose, focus, honesty, courage, and faith, even a small business can become part of a family's journey toward a better future.
Thank you, Chona, for sharing your experience and these meaningful lessons with fellow entrepreneurs!
LIGHT Microfinance Inc. continues to support Partner-Clients as they pursue their dreams, grow their businesses, and work toward better lives for their families.
