“The more I learn about effective communication, the more I appreciate language as a tool. Without purpose and the right intention, it can be very dangerous.”
- Sheila Viesca, TalkShop

Monday, January 6, 2020

Effective Business Writing for International Organization for Migration


IOM Testimonials
October 29, 2019




Vincent Paolo Macaisa, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop

I learned so much. All the communication concepts are very helpful to my daily routine task. The program design is clear and informative. I like the group activities.
TalkShop CEO Ms. Sheila is very accommodating and approachable. She’s truly knowledgeable of the topic. This training made me more adept and proficient in business writing.

Marlon Marquez, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
Thank you for sharing the great materials and learning experience. I learned a lot from this TalkShop workshop. The program design is excellent with an excellent Speaker, Ms. Sheila Viesca.


Jemilyn Maranan, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
I learned so much from this TalkShop training. It’s fun and meaningful. I’ve been refreshed on many English lessons from High School and College. I learned various advanced concepts, especially on language frameworks. My favourite area is PPRAP, emphasizing diplomatic communication, as we normally send e mails on a daily basis.
Ms. Sheila is so informative and delivers the topic in a naturally clear way. I learned about sending emails using the sandwich effect.


Maura Domingo, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
I gave TalkShop a 5-rating in allareas. I like the discussions on grammar, redundancies, superfluities and writing frameworks.
This workshop has cleared my confusion with regard tenses and right choice of words in writing.


Anabelle Cadelina, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
I love the TalkShop training as it tackles the essential topics which our team needs. I like grammar for that which needs my improvement.
Ms. Sheila Viesca, our TalkShop Trainer has effectively conveyed the topics and important points to remember in effective business writing. I gave TalkShop an excellent rating in all areas.

Kristine Gail Ramos, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
I like the grammar refresher and technical writing strategies. Ms. Sheila is very pleasant and knows her topics extremely well. I hope all trainings conduction for us will come from TalkShop.

Riza Villanueva, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
The workshop with TalkShop is worth its price plus bonus pizza. I learned so much especially on grammar and the proper way to communicate. The program is interactive. I like the activities.
Ms. Sheila, TalkShop Trainer, is smart and accommodating. Her teaching style is not boring.  The workshop enhanced my confidence to write better as well as to speak in front of people.



April Cortez, United Nations IOM, Effective Business Writing WorkShop by TalkShop
I learned structures which I can use in my e mails. The program design is great. Everything is extremely useful to my work
Ms. Sheila is a wonderful Trainer, made the most of our limited time. I’ve gotten more confidence on how I can write better emails.


Sunday, November 16, 2014

How to Write a Powerful Resume



Take time when working on your resume. It is the first importantstep to landing that coveted job. Sheila Viesca, TalkShop CEO advises, “With recruitment carried out online as well, make sure that your resume is searchable with key words and phrases that will grab attention.”

One can refer to jobsites or print ads that advertise the qualifications sought. The key is to use verbs and phrases that describe one’sexperience that suit the target position. Viesca shares some examples:

For Marketing and Communication jobs

Use “ conceptualized,” “implemented,” “planned,” “ wrote,” “composed,” “launched.”

For Management jobs

Try “led,” directed,” “guided,” “spearheaded,” “performed,” “initiated,” “planned.”

For creative jobs

Use “designed,” “conceptualized,” “created,” “wrote,” “performed.”


For Teaching jobs

Use “trained,” “instructed,” “guided,” “wrote,” “planned.”

The right words will track your resume at the search process,when and where it counts.



“The most important tool you have on a resume is language.” - Jay Samit



TalkShop the leading ISO-certified training facility accredited with the Civil Service Commission trains you on the rigors of the job search.



www.talkshop.ph (632) 894-5588| Interview Skills, Personality Development, Image Enhancement, Social Graces & Dining Etiquette, International Etiquette





Wednesday, July 2, 2014

7 Signs that You are a Fast Learner


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Thursday, June 19, 2014

TalkShop Leads the Way


TalkShop is the best English communication school in the Philippines. It is the leading consultancy and training institute for personal effectiveness, corporate protocol, and management communication.
The country’s pioneer in Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), TalkShop is the developer of Integrated Language Teaching (ILT) and is accredited by the International English Education Research Association and Civil Service Commission. It also received its ISO certification in 2012.
TalkShop’s client roster includes private organizations, government groups, multinational corporations, and individuals who seek professional advancement and personal growth. It was founded by Sheila Viesca in 2000.

Sunday, May 4, 2014