Humble Beginnings to One step closer to success

All of us may experience a time in our life wherein we consider our lowest point. But this experiences as we go along our journey helps us improve ourselves, strive harder and push our limits. But once we are on the peak of what we want to achieve in life, looking back we will consider those experience as our "humble beginnings". Even Donald Trump has his own fair share of humble beginnings, though as for me what he had gone thru may not be a humbling experience, it is still extravagant by starting a $1 Million loan from his father to start his empire.

Jhay Isidro, a familiar face among Clubbers up in North also has his humble beginnings. I had a chance to meet him last year while promoting a club within that area as well. Jhay as many people know him is very reserved even when he is inside the club. First impression to him will be the serious type of guy. But yes! he is serious with his job. That is why he is just being observant when he is inside the club.

I had the chance to talk to him and he told me all about his humble beginnings. "Una kong napasok na club is encore super club at the fort imperial na sya now that was 2010. I think haha tinatakan ako nung invisible sabi ko pa "bakit walang stamp?". Wala pa kong ka alam alam sa clubbing" he continues, since music lover kaya sabi ko "Wow I like this kind of place!" although I don't drink hahahaha. 

"Then after that after few months sinama ako ng friend ko his name is Paulo Magnayon sya tlaga yun nag mulat sakin sa iba't-ibang clubs. Sa tomas morato FLUX SUPERCLUB. So ayun hanggang sa everyweek nan dun kame nag jijeep lng kame bababa pa kame malayo ng konti sa club para di nakakahiya na naka jeep kame."

 I admire Jhay for being honest on this one. I know many people also do the same thing trying to conceal that they take the public utility vehicle in going to the clubs which should not be case. But then again lifestyle of the rich and famous is rampant in the clubs so, we can't blame them if this is something most people conceal.


Getting back to Jhay's story. "Then after 2 years of clubbing sa Morato Be Bold, Candy Shop, Excess, Flux, Bliss tumigil ako sa gimik kasi kaka pagod. May maliit na club malapit samen then yun party ulit, I have a friend na pumaparty lang din. Nag promoter so napa isip ako sinubukan ko mag promote after years of promoting nag event organizer ako sa Skout Republique Super Club."

Jhay Isidro wearing Jersey No.10

                               

Memorabilia of Jhay with his guests/friends/colleagues

This is how Jhay was able to establish most of his connections non-stop partying and North-side of the clubbing scene became his territory.

Khalibu Palace, Cabanatuan

"There was a time back then that he have set aside parties, clubs and his career as a Marketing Manager because he needs to focus with their family business. Jhay recalls "Pero hinahanap ng katawan ko yun club, music and the crowd . Suddenly may nag message sa akin sa Facebook, from Khaliblu Super Club, Cabanatuan. Pinaka malaking club sa region na yun that time. Pinag oorganize ako ng foam party so nag punta ako dun after a month hinire nila ako as Marketing, nag stay in ako after ilan months na promote ako as Assistant Operations Manager then few months as Operation Manager. "

Jhay believes in hands on Management reason why as he relates his story being the Operations Manager of Khalibu . "Sometimes ako nag iilaw sa dj kahit Operation Manager ako so after a year nag resign ako ang layo kasi then wala akong day off as in."

"Then my friend Abhie (which is one of the persons that also opened the door for me in the Clubbing scence) called me to promote again at Prime Upscale Club from Operations Manager to promoter again? Woo 1month lang tinagal ko tumigil ako kasi parang diko na kaya mag promote. So after few months Allen Areña a.k.a DJ Stove called me. Ni refer nya ko sa oblivion superclub I was rejected by that time then after months again my friend DJ Shui Pingli refered me to same club Oblivion hahaha natatakot pa ko baka ma reject ako so after ako ma interview na tanggap ako as Marketing Manager again."

I asked Jhay what's his plan for 2016? He immediately replied : "This 2016 my plan is 3 music festival and to organize more parties."

As of this writing Jhay Isidro remains the Marketing Manager of the club and he has an upcoming foam party but he has not disclosed the details of it to me yet.

As we close our conversation I asked Jhay what business etiquette that he live with. "Pasensya lng tlaga yun lng tlaga secret ko hahaha hinahabaan ko pasensya at pang intindi ko. "

Being in this industry is not an easy job different people from all walks of life . How do you manage to handle all of them? "Siguro para tumagal sa industry need mo tlaga ng mahabang pasensya be humble always and work hard tlaga."

Message to your haters/bashers :

Sa haters? Keel on hatin', i'll give u more reasons to hate me. Haha (success) hahahha.

Of course his journey in the clubbing scene will not be possible without the help of his friends/colleagues and he would like to acknowledge the following :

Shout Out from Mr. Jhay Isidro!!!

Nag papasalamat ako sa mga friend kong Dj, Mc, Ledge Dancers na nanjan lage para suportahan ako maraming salamat.

DJ Janice Dizon

DJ Kyrah Mijares

DJ Leleng Heart

DJ Shui PingLi

DJ Mastah Bone

DJ Big Daddy Aikee

DJ Mhae Love

DJ Numark

MC Benj Miranda

MC Gino of Manila Hypin

MC Matt Montoya

Don Clavo De Comer

Angel Salcedo of D&G Dancer

Nicole Phung of Saucy Girl

*Photos courtesy of Jhay Isidro

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Monday's of 2016

Hello there Clubbers ! Yes it's Monday again and this is my first article for 2016... This year started real tough for me guys... But I don't want to be pessimistic about this year. All I know is that I will not let this year to be as low as last year... Otherwise it's going to be another year of devastating moment.

Ok, so let's move right along to the concept of my blog. what's in it for this year ?... Oh well, hopefully I can feature more awesome people relevant in the clubbing scene, people who I can say contributed a lot or influenced me a lot why I am here where I am now. Of course I want to feature awesome people that you will see in the clubs all over the metro. If you are active on social media like yours truly , you know who I am referring to.

So... Let the party begin .... First on my list will be a former VIP host supervisor at The Palace Manila. Her name is Dee Viray . She is really awesome in all aspects that I can think of. Awesome personality, awesome fashion statement and all that jazz. I will be finishing my questionnaire for her, I know that she is a busy gal and I really don't wanna mess up with her schedule . So hopefully I can feature her the soonest possible time.

You'll get to know more about Dee Viray and how the night club helped her to be a whole rounded person and her awesomeness ... So have a great day for now. Time to hit the bed for me. Time check 2:52 am . Manila Standard Time...

I will try my best to have one article very Monday to at least keep you posted on what happened in the clubbing scene the prior weekend... Love love love !!!

Have fun and be Awesome !!! It's Monday !

Mesmerizing Filipina beauty captures Revel Club at The Palace

Meet Mel Mira VIP host for Revel 

Mel showing off her lovely tattoos

Revel at the Palace is a new luxurious nightclub and lounge located at The Palace in Uptown Bonifacio (BGC/The Fort). Revel club is located next to The Brewery and has views and direct access to the Palace Pool Club. Revel is a high-end nightclub run by the team that used to run Privé (and Opus), so you can expect the same high-class level service, interiors and crowd.

Filipino women are popular not only in beauty contest but also in the clubbing scene because of their characteristic and personality. Many men chase them probably to find out where that beauty comes from. Filipina are a mix of Chinese, Japanese and Spanish. 

Revel was lucky to have Mellona M. Mira as one of their VIP hosts.  You will notice that she have the loveliest eyes, slim, shapely body, beautiful filipina skin and a cute little shapely nose. She is a truly Filipina beauty that possess a very girly and feminine accent. 

She was initially assigned at Valkyrie but after several weeks she was transferred to Revel. You will see her all smiles while doing the bottle parade which is a sign that she enjoys her job at the most elite club to date in the country brought to you by the Palace Manila.

I got the chance to chat with her several times asking if I can send guestlist request for Revel. Apparently, Revel does not offer that option yet. I understand why since Revel caters to a different market at this time.

From the look at her face you will see that she is confident and that she is willing to accomodate all of the inquiries that her guests may ask her.

WHAT IT IS LIKE TO BE A VIP HOST

For people with lots of money but little time in organizing their night out VIP hosts comes into picture. Night clubs hire people like Mel to assist the guests when it comes to choosing the right table for them and making sure that the guests is well attended to whenever they are inside the club. 

Mel and DJ Ron Poe

Being a VIP host at the most elite club will give you the chance to party with the elite crowd as well. When people visit Revel they definitely expect that they will be experience the finest service among the other club most specially around Bonifacio High Street where there's club on every corner.

Mel is the one responsible in meeting that expectation of her guests, it may sound easy however meeting those expectations includes exceeding the guests expectations and may take value added hardwork and extra effort.

But you will not see that on Mel's face. She is always on the go and all smiles. Enjoying every minute with her guests at Revel. 

Mel with her guests at Revel

Meet her once you visit Revel at The Palace. Revel is the more exclusive part of The Palace. It is the ultra-luxury lounge of the complex wherein a select few can reserve tables and enjoy the access to a smaller, more intimate and elegant space

Revel is a two-level venue with a well thought-out lay of tables. There are 20 couches at the ground floor and 14 couches at the mezzanine. Each one has its own unique character. There are couches facing The Pool Club that grants the guests a glimpse of the action happening outside, while there are ones that are secluded and more private for the more discerning people. And then there is a premier table perched on top of the DJ’s booth for people whovwant the compliment and flair having the most exclusive table and space in the establishment, the VIP table.

***Photos of Mel grabbed from her facebook account.

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Vapers Night at Royal Club Makati

I posted articles here in my blog about Vaping since it's a trend nowadays on most of the club that I have visited thru out 2015. Usually this type of events are being held in convention centers for a more accessible venue for our vaper friends.  Luckily, I was given the chance to organize a vaper's night event with the help of Vape Enterprise TM at Royal Club Makati. It was a fun filled event. Many of the participants came from BPO industry and the party was hosted by yours truely.

Jervis Lazaro showing his Vape Tricks

Jervis Lazaro is visible on all the vape events that is happening in the metro. We are so lucky to have him as a guest as he showcase some of his awesome tricks that night. The crowd went crazy as he show them his O's.

Trixology

Marvin Morales (on left) from Vape Enterprise TM with his friends

 DJ Jigs was the finale on deck . Thank you DJ Jigs for bringing your brother and his friends that night,

DJ Dennis Garra on deck during the Vapers Night Event

Vapers and their clouds

Overall, it was a success and we are looking forward to having another one. Hopefully early next year. I am glad that I was able to get assistance from VAPE ENTEPRISE TM , having this event into a reality made me overwhelmed since it was an idea that came out from mere curiosity of what vaping is all about until I came across exciting people who are into vaping as well. However, it would not be possible without the help of some of my friends so let me do a special shout out to Haidee Proceso Elloren and Allan Marasigan of Royal Club for making the VAPERS NIGHT POSSIBLE.

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