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Can you describe your job for us?

I have several jobs—I work as a lawyer, law professor and TV host.

When I’m doing my work as a Lawyer, I have to do a lot of paperwork, I attend meetings with clients, sometimes I have to appear in court. If I work with clients from abroad, I usually have to work late at night to adjust for the time zone difference.

As a law professor, I teach in several law schools. Wednesday nights are extra tiring because I teach Property Law for 4 hours straight until 9:30PM. Teaching the Masters of Law program at San Beda Graduate Law School is particularly interesting because I teach lawyers who are much older than me—including judges and local government officials. Sometimes I have to travel and devote my whole weekend to teaching at Law Schools in different provinces. Teaching has always been one of my advocacies so I don’t mind that it requires a lot of time & work for little pay.

I host a TV program called LegalHD in Solar News Channel where my co-host and I discuss legal issues usually with a guest from the applicable government agency. We also provide free legal advice to viewers who ask questions through live phone calls, or through social media. I enjoy answering questions from people of various backgrounds around the Philippines. Sometimes we even get questions from Filipinos living abroad, including OFWs. When I have free time during the day or before going to bed, I take time to answer legal questions sent via Twitter or our FB page.

From a scale of 1 ton 10, how would you rate how much fun you're having?

9—I can’t give it a 10 because it’s not fun on days when I run around with barely any sleep.

What is the best thing about it?

The ability to make things better—whether it’s by making a business transaction legally compliant for a client, teaching my students a subject to equip them for the bar exam, teaching older lawyers an international law to expand their areas of interest, or answering questions that can help viewers who can’t afford lawyers. The things we do don't always have to be on a grand scale in order to have a positive impact.

Describe your daily dresscode at work?

Smart casual and versatile. Versatility is very important for me especially on days when I have to go straight from the office or a work meeting, to a media or social event. My ideal dress is one that can pass as a business attire and a cocktail dress.

Workwear advisory: What should a Lawyer NOT wear to work and why?

Sloppy clothes or slutty clothes. An outfit can be sexy without having to be inappropriate. Lawyers are considered officers of the court, so I think it’s important for lawyers to wear clothes that fit that role.

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Can you describe your job for us? (What it entails and what you do daily)

A huge part of my job relies on interaction from our guests. I make sure that guests are happy and the entire dining experience is up to spec. From there, I try to look for ways to improve operations, from what you see as a diner to the stuff that happens behind the scenes.

From a scale of 1 ton 10, how would you rate how much fun you're having?

Most days, 10. Some days though, deserve an 11.

What is the best thing about it?

I love food and I'm surrounded by it.

Describe your daily dresscode at work?

Flats, a button down shirt, and jeans or trousers.

Workwear advisory: What should a restaurant manager NOT wear to work and why?

It really depends on what kind of restaurant it is, but personally, I would say: - Clothes that are too revealing. As with any place of work, it's important that you represent it well with your performance and appearance. - Anything that you find uncomfortable or physically restrictive. Working in a restaurant generally keeps you on your feet and you'll have to help with taking orders and bussing tables from time to time. - Stuff that you don't want to get stained, because trust me, it'll happen!

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OFF-THE-PAGES: With the Ladies of Fashion Workshop!

We were intrigued about the ladies featured in this month's Fashion Workshop, that we had to ask them for a short Q&A. First for this four-part post is the young (and forever on-call) Executive Assistant, Gia Banaag.

Can you describe your job for us? (What it entails and what you do daily)

My awesome partner and co-EA, KB, and I put together the documents our boss needs for upcoming meetings and events, help prepare for the press briefings, give our boss any information he's looking for or needs, and follow up with other agencies on anything we said we'd get more information on. Meetings and staffing for meetings mean a lot of West Wing style urgent walking and talking. There's also a lot of correspondence to go through (a lot of people write to our boss because he's such a public figure) and a lot of other tasks and paperwork we need to take up directly with him.

We're always on call and work in the office is not a 9 to 5 job, so if I leave at about 7 I consider that early!

From a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate how much fun you're having?

All over the place, depending on the day and time- "having fun" isn't really a priority in this job, but when you work with such great people you can't help but enjoy it sometimes.

What is the best thing about it?

There's something great about working for a government you believe in.

Describe your daily dresscode at work?

I live in pencil skirts and heels, paired with blouses and cardigans or blazers.

Workwear advisory: What should an EA for the Presidential Spokesperson NOT wear to work and why?

Keep it strictly business. Have a blazer handy in case you have an important meeting, and it might be better to stick to closed shoes. I've learned it the hard way! On days with lots of meetings it's probably better to stick to low heels!