Entrep prefinals

Design Thinking

A human-centered, iterative approach to problem-solving that uses empathy, ideation, prototyping, and testing.

Empathy

Understanding users’ needs, behaviors, and experiences by observing and engaging with them.

Define

The phase where insights are synthesized into a clear problem statement or point of view.

Ideation

The process of generating a wide range of ideas and possible solutions.

Prototype

Creating a tangible or low-cost version of a solution to test ideas.

Testing

Evaluating prototypes with users to gain feedback and improve solutions.

Brainstorming

A method of generating many ideas without judgment to encourage creativity.

Co-creation Workshop

A collaborative activity that brings people together to generate innovative solutions.

Menu of Ideas

A tool used to visualize and organize multiple ideas for decision-making.

Decision Matrix

A tool used to evaluate and prioritize ideas based on set criteria.

Worker

Any member of the labor force, whether employed or unemployed.

Recruitment and Placement

The process of hiring, transporting, or engaging workers.

License

A document authorizing an entity to operate a recruitment agency.

Authority

A document allowing a person or group to conduct recruitment activities.

Seaman

A person employed in maritime navigation.

Overseas Employment

Work performed outside the Philippines.

Emigrant

A worker who relocates to another country for employment.

Regular Employment

Full-time work with no fixed end date.

Probationary Employment

A trial period before becoming a regular employee.

Fixed-term Employment

Work for a specific period agreed upon in a contract.

Seasonal Employment

Work that occurs during specific seasons.

Project Employment

Work tied to the completion of a specific project.

Casual Employment

Work not directly related to the main business.

Compensation

Payment given to employees for their work.

Payroll

Total amount paid to employees in a given period.

Gross Pay

Total earnings before deductions.

Wage

Payment given based on time or output of work.

Salary

Fixed regular payment usually given monthly.

Dependent

A qualified family member eligible for benefits.

Beneficiaries

Individuals entitled to receive employee benefits.

Injury

Physical harm caused during employment.

Sickness

Illness related to work conditions.

Disability

Loss of physical or mental function due to injury or illness.

Medical Benefit

Coverage for healthcare services.

Employer

A person or entity that hires workers.

Hours of Work

Time an employee is required to work.

Overtime Work

Work beyond regular hours with additional pay.

Holiday Pay

Compensation given during holidays.

Service Incentive Leave

Paid leave given after one year of service.