“The only time I get bothered by bad grammar is when it is paired off with lack of purpose.”
- Sheila Viesca, TalkShop

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Grammar Mastery and Business Writing

COMMISSION ON GOOD GOVERNANCE

Grammar Mastery and Business Writing 

PARTICIPANTS’ TESTIMONIALS 




Tommy Canlas, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I learned much about business Writing.
The TalkShop Consultant is a great Speaker.


Martin Dalumpienes, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

This is the best learning experience in Grammar and Business Writing with TalkShop. The program design is interactive and fun. I like business writing and grammar the most.
Ms.Menchie is approachable and a great teacher.

RJ Parungao, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

Thank you for the wonderful 2-day training.
TalkShop Consultant is very knowledgeable.


Rose Khristine Salamatin, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I learned much in the training especially on assertive communication. I like all areas being discussed.

Our TalkShop Speaker is very knowledgeable and accommodating. I realized that it is really important to be confident in communication. It encouraged me to review more about basic writing.


Michael Valmoria, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I gave TalkShop an excellent rating in all areas of the workshop in Grammar and Business Writing.


Joey Laverinto, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

The workshop has met its objectives. The material content is good.

The Facilitator is inspiring. She knows how to get the attention of the participants and she, too has mastery of the topics.




Katherine Mejia, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

The program design is good.

The Consultant is very concise and very approachable. She delivers the topic very clearly. TalkShop workshop taught me the simple frameworks that we can easily remember.

Gary Zamora, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I learned very valuable tips such as what to avoid when writing and how to follow the process. The program is informative and all fit the participants’ need. TalkShop Trainer is very good.

Ciara Policarpio, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

My learning during my high school days were refreshed and some information were added.
TalkShop Speaker is nice and knowledgeable.

Sherhan Abdurahman, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

The program design is very informative and approachable. I like the refreshers and training exercise. The Consultant is very accommodating.

Eva Al ssa Castro, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I learned a lot from the workshop in Grammar and Business Writing in TalkShop. It helped me recall and review the Basic English grammar.

Vanessa Rosales, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

It was refreshing to learn grammar once again like it was in college. The program was structured accordingly. Ms.Menchie is highly knowledgeable.






Joana Torres, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

It is never too late to improve or redefine our communication skills. From time to time, we may evaluate and re- evaluate our skills especially this one. I learned a lot of ideas that re new to me. I think that the program is designed well according to our needs. I love all the activities and topics that we had.

TalkShop Consultant is well-prepared and an expert in this field. It made me realize that we really have to continuously develop our communication skills.

Johann Angelica Calimlim, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I was refreshed with the training. All the vital points related to business grammar and writing were discussed. The program design is very interactive.

The TalkShop Consultant has mastery of the topic. The workshop has enlightened me with my concern.

Ivan  Cubelo, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

It’s a well-done workshop. The Consultant is good.

Yesly Jaen, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

The workshop is very enlightening. I wished I was able to sit in the whole session. I learned to play with words applying subject-object rule to different manner in a way the writer would want to communicate it. The program design is easy to follow. The area that I liked most is the application session. The TalkShop consultant is easy to talk with. She encouraged everyone to participate.


Cristina Salvio, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

TalkShop’s program is organized and well-designed. The areas that I like most is the framework of communication. TalkShop has a well-trained and very knowledgeable Speaker. I gained confidence in writing a letter using the 6 frameworks of communication.


Dana De Vera, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

This is a well-done workshop in all areas.


Mary Kate Shane Cizcar, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

TalkShop Consultant is very knowledgeable about the subject-matter. She was able to answer our questions clearly. She delivered the workshop very well.. I have learned to write letters.I like the application activities.


Cherie Mei De Leon, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

Thank you TalkShop for this great and informative training. The program design is good. Lessons discussed in a lecture way and supported with training exercises and points to review. We have an effective Speaker and Trainer. She explained the lessons very well. TalkShop has helped me analyse the prepositions.

Rosel Lauzon, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

Despite the years of drafting reports and business letters, I still feel the need to recall basic grammar. The application of the learning improved the outline of thoughts in my writing techniques. The flow of topics is appropriate.  The TalkShop Consultant is an expert in her field.

Joyz Liberato, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I learned how to properly lay out ideas in the form of oral and written. The program is well-presented, questions were encouraged. What I Liked most were the group activity and presentations.
The Consultant is challenging giving activities for limited time. This workshop made me realize the common mistakes I was making. It also transformed me to be confident and clear with the statements I make.

JonJon Macale, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I am refreshed and reminded of basic grammar rules. I was so impressed with the Speaker who knows much. I am satisfied with the flow of the program. It also provides to interact and cooperate in the discussions. The program design is well-prepared and systematic.

I like the prepositions and communication frameworks and identifying subject in sentences. Our TalkShop Consultant is a good Speaker and can catch the attention of the listeners.

Mhara-Noemi Panis, Grammar and Business Writing, Commission on Good Governance

I am very happy with the workshop inGrammar and Business Writing by TalkShop. The Speaker is nice, smart and knowledgeable. She was able to answer all questions asked. The program is good and helpful. The area I liked most are writing different kinds of letters using the format. The workshop has made me confident and able to manage my fear when surrounded by English speaking people.

Tuesday, July 4, 2017

DTI TESTIMONIALS Grammar Mastery

DTI TESTIMONIALS
May 18-19, 2017


Sheila Nera, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
Thank you very much TalkShop especially to our Resource Speaker, Ms. Menchie Castro. I learned a lot from this training, Grammar Mastery. and I really enjoyed the whole activities. I like all the topics discussed. All are relevant and applicable in our daily activities in the office.
Ma’am Menchie is an excellent Resource Speaker. She makes all activities interesting and she makes sure all members participate.  Now I am more confident in speaking before a crowd.
Kirk Maverick Salazar, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
It’s a 5-rating workshop with TalkShop. The part that I like most is doing activities after discussing the topics. We were given opportunities to express our ideas about the topic.  Ms. Mench is very well-versed with the topics and is very approachable. I feel more confident now talking in front of other people.

Warren Serrano, Information Officer, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
I appreciated the training in Grammar mastery for language skills which is very important for my line of work. The program design is well-done with an excellent Trainer. The workshop has helped me to be more confident when communicating.
Maria Consolacion Anes, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop


This is a 5-rating workshop with TalkShop in Grammar mastery. I can proudly say that I became more confident now.  TalkSHop os the best English school ever!
Ian Cruz, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
I like every presentation in front the most. Ms. Mench is very well-versed. Kudos TalkShop!

Efren De La Cruz, STIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
Thank you so much for the opportunity given to me. From our TalkShop Trainer, I learned many things and gained additional friends. Surely, with the concepts discussed by our eloquent and approachable Speaker, I could apply them all to my daily task in DTI and in various organizations that I am affiliated with. Ms. Mench is an excellent Facilitator.

Lunabelle Sison, STIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
My grammar is not perfect but this program gave me the confidence I need whenever I write proposals and reports. I like all areas because they are all very important and helpful. The program is perfect for someone like me who is not good in grammar. Ms. Mench is very good. My self-confidence got improved.

Ma. Filomena Maganay, STIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
I appreciate this kind of training not only for DTI people but also for companies both local to national. I learned much from this TalkShop workshop considering that we have different clients in our office. TalkShop program design is suitable to all employees in various agencies, not only in DTI.   Ms. Mench is very knowledgeable. I gained confidence and became more inspired to work now.


Maria Elsie Consigo, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
I learned 90% of the topics which can usually help in my work especially in dealing with clients. The program design is very well-presented and discussed. The TalkShop Consultant is very well-versed of every module. I gained more confidence in facing the audience.
Cindy Jaime, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
Through this Grammar Mastery workshop with TalkShop, I learned a lot which helps improve my grammar.  I am now confident to compose narrative reports without worrying if my grammar is correct. I was challenged with the topics on Gender Bias and Verbs. 
Ms. Mench is a very good Facilitator and is very approachable. I gained deeper understanding of correct tenses and grammar usage.

Renato Alfonso, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
The workshop reinforces my little knowledge in grammar especially the different parts of speech. The program design is well-organized.  Ms. Mench is highly recommended. I’ve improved my grammar and sentence structure.
Maria Wanchakan, AA VI, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
The program is very good and refreshing. It made me confident in making sentences. TalkShop is truly excellent in delivering their service. TalkShop made me confident to speak and write.



Karen Balicha, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
This Grammar Mastery workshop made me a better and more confident communicator. I wasn’t bored at all.  It’s a great program design with a great facilitator. I learned a lot of new strategies on how to express my ideas in simple and understandable manner.  The program design gives me more than what is expected. All area are relevant thus, I liked them all. 
Ms. Mench is very approachable and knowledgeable on what the participants need.   This TalkShop workshop refreshed my grammar knowledge as well as the strategies on how to apply rules easily.

Jessame Malana, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
Mastery in grammar is difficult to achieve. It requires us to learn the basic usage, parts of speech. I learned a lot in this workshop and it reminds me of the importance of grammar in both oral and written communication. The program design is well-planned.
The activities were the most exciting part of the program because we learned from it and we have to think on the spot.  Ms. Mench is very accommodating and she conveys the message clearly.

Peter Allidem, Ao, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
This particular training is very light. Not only did I gain additional knowledge, but also it was a stress-reliever. I also got to meet and made friends with other participants. The training was a lot of fun. I got to refresh my knowledge on the basics of grammar and sentence construction.
The program design is very good. It is strongly founded on the fundamentals of grammar and it serves as a refresher for a lot of participants. The Speaker is well-versed of the subject-matter.

Alex Roy De La Cruz, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
TalkShop workshop in Grammar Mastery is very informative and worthwhile. It implied that learning can also be fun. The TalkShop Consultant is very professional and well-versed. She is an example of a person with passion and dedication to what she’s doing.  I learned the importance of grammar and effective communication. The workshop also served as a refresher on the different parts of speech and modifiers. The program design fits well the interest of the participants. I enjoyed the exercises and group activities.
Ms. Mench is sensitive to the needs of the participants and passionate towards her work.


Anzon Babaran, STIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
I am delighted to participate in this TalkShop workshop and I gained much learning that will help improve my grammar and technical writing skills. I learned the proper gestures/techniques, the simple yet powerful way of technical writing especially when you will prepare a letter for clients.
The TalkShop facilitator is dynamic and spontaneous in speaking/discussing. The workshop gave me the hints of do’s and don’t’s in constructing a sentence especially when preparing terminal report.


Daisy Quimoyog, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
TalkShop is the best! The Speaker is very good. She is very approachable, too. The workshop was not boring for all of us participated. My grammar was refreshed. The do’s and don’t’s were learned.
The program design is excellent. I love the introduction with my fellow participants for it was an avenue to meet and get to know other employees from DTI.  Ms. Mench is excellent. She is very good and knowledgeable. She makes the workshop lively and participative. I became more confident in the usage of grammar as well the construction of sentences.

Dana Rose Butane, AO 1, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery WorkShop
Grammar Mastery Workshop of TalkShop is very effective in enhancing both written and oral skills of DTI participants. The scope of the workshop though with time constraint is very helpful and fully informative. The Consultant refreshed us with proper grammar and refreshed our minds about parts of speech.
The program design is very effective. The parts that I like are the exercises both oral and written.
Ms. Mench is very energetic and competent. She is also generous in giving bonus tips in speaking and correct posture. I have gained confidence in public speaking.

Thursday, November 3, 2016

TalkShop's Grammar Mastery Workshop Testimonials

DTI TESTIMONIALS
Grammar Mastery by www.talkshop.ph
October 20-21, 2016




Rose Miraflor, AA V1, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
Thank you very much for a very productive training. I have learned a lot and hopefully I can remember all the grammar lectures in preparing future letters, memos, and even emails.
What I like most is how we can improve our grammar in preparing letters and memos.
The TalkShop Consultant, Ms. Sheila Viesca is excellent.

Elizabeth Tupaz, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
The seminar has improved my grammar and it added to my knowledge. This also helped me to know the patterns in making letters. I like the part on business letter preparation. Everything is well-done.



Jennifer Fernandez, Admin Officer 11, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
I learned a lot from TalkShop workshop. It’s a refresher of what I learned during my school days. The program is very informative. Every area that has been discussed provides information which is useful to my current position. Ms. Sheila Viesca is excellent.
I feel more confident that I can be very productive after this workshop. 

Rosemarie Eguja, Admin Asst. 111, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
I am happy to say that after this training I will put into practice the learning gained. The program design covers everything that is relevant to communication effectiveness - from simple grammar, tenses to sentence construction and preparation of speech, presentation, and correspondence.
Ms. Sheila Viesca is an excellent Speaker. She is very articulate and very generous in sharing her learning and experience.


Joan Mabanglo, AA 111, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery Workshop
Thank you for giving me the chance to attend this kind of workshop. I’ve learned a lot.
The TalkShop Consultant, Ms. Viesca,  is excellent.
TalkShop workshop has helped me understand the proper use of grammar and the most efficient way of getting the right message across.



Mary Fatima Barrameda, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
I have learned all about grammar usage and the correct way of writing business letters, and memo. The program design is very informative. I liked most of the topics. Ms. Sheila Viesca is excellent and approachable. You can easily understand her.



Jonathan Salcedo, TIDS, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
I would like to thank the DTI Management for giving us the opportunity to attend this workshop. I am hoping for a similar seminar in the future. Thank you also to Ma’am Sheila Viesca, an excellent Speaker and Consultant.

Amalia Dela Pena, BO 11, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
I learned the tips in making a memo. I like writing business communication the most.
Ms. Sheila is an excellent Consultant. For the transformative effect,  I have mastered the art of writing an effective business letters.



Edsel John Lingon, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
Thank you, Ma’am Sheila Viesca for teaching us the secrets and techniques to easily master grammar.
I learned a lot from TalkShop workshop. I like making business letters and memorandum. Ms. Sheila knows very well the topic. She truly has the mastery of the course.
All that and more! TalkShop has helped develop my self-confidence.

Geraldine Peralta, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
Thank you so much Ms. Sheila for sharing a very informative and helpful knowledge to us. It will really help us a lot in our daily preparation of communication letters.  This, too, will improve our grammar.
Thank you so much, too, to HRDS for giving me a chance to attend this very valuable seminar. I like all areas. Ms. Sheila is great, superb.



Josephine Sabas, TIDA, Department of Trade and Industry, Grammar Mastery
Thank you very much. I’ve learned so much especially the techniques on how to use grammar in memos, business letters, and public speaking. Ms. Sheila Viesca knows her subject-matter very well.


Monday, December 8, 2014

The Personal Story to Ace the Interview



You’ve done it! You got the job interview schedule, one foot in the door. Make best use of this opportunity by getting ready with the right answers. Sheila Viesca, TalkShop CEOshares, “It pays to prepare and be ready with sensible answers. Anticipate experience-related and personality-driven questions then rehearse with the best answers that position you as the most qualified.”

How does one craft the best answers? Viesca shares the secret – through your personal stories. Do notsettle for general statements. Be ready with 3 outstanding experiences in your career that you can harp about.Frame yourstories based on the values that best represent you– cite specific experiences that showcase your skills, talents, and strengths. With stories crafted sensibly and succinctly, you can connect with any interviewer who will be able to relate and empathize. This establishes the connection that will make you stand out in the selection process.

Viesca adds, “Remember to look your best and be confident to make a lasting impression from start to finish.”


"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you CHOOSE!" (Dr. Seuss)

TalkShop, the leading ISO-certified training facility, accredited with the Civil Service Commission, trains professionals to acve any interview and land their ideal job.

www.talkshop.ph (632) 894-5588| Interview Skills, Personality Development, Speech Eloquence



Monday, August 4, 2014

Friday, June 20, 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.