Using a Spreadsheet Application as Payroll Program?

I am quite surprised about this one though although I know a free spreadsheet application can be used in variety of useful ways, and yes I think it can be a good software to use as a payroll program but maybe for a small company but not on a large one.

Well I went to this organization (I'm not gonna reveal the name though) with my friend who's working at the finance department of the organization. As we pass by some of his office mate, I immediately notice that they are using a free spread sheet application in their payroll computation. Although I know it can be done, but I think it is rather risky, and maybe a little time consuming.

I ask my friend why they are using that free spread sheet application and not buy payroll software programs, he just said that some of the old employees are already satisfied using that spread sheet application and that buying a software would mean another period of adjustment while some are afraid that having a new software would mean a cut off of employee and other reason is budget. Well I can't argue about them on this, but for me it is better to buy a payroll software program, I think data would be more secure, work would be much faster.

Simple Car Care Tips

Some people who own a car aren't mechanics, some even don't even have time to check their cars as long as the car looks good and have no problems. But if you are a responsible driver you should always check your car every other week or the better before driving. Whether you own a big car, a small car, or a secondhand car, you can do something to avoid costly repairs and keep your wheels running smoothly. Even washing your car regularly (and maintaining its cleanliness inside and out) can help keep your vehicle in top shape. Here are some simple tips to minimize trips to the car shop.

IF YOU HAVE AN SUV

• Use only the proper tire size for your vehicle. Proper sized tires keep the mechanical parts under your car intact.
• Always check your tires for lumps and misalignment. Big tires are always expected to be strong and durable, but they are just as fragile as any tire.
• Have your hand brakes adjusted to maximum. SUV's are heavier and need more hold on the brakes than smaller vehicles.

IF YOU HAVE A SEDAN

• Change oil every 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers to keep your car's engine in good shape. Sedan are so smooth that you can's tell if it's time to change oil already.
• Always have your wheels aligned after your tire hits a deep hole in the road. Sedans have weaker stabilizers than AUVs and SUVs, so not giving immediate attention to it might damage the other parts under your vehicle.
• Always keep your carpets clean to prevent dust from accumulating inside the air conditioner's evaporator. Aircons of small cars are located under the dashboard near the floor, so keeping your carpets clean helps prevent aircon damage.

IF YOU HAVE A SECONDHAND CAR

• Do a one time overall checkup of your car to find out it's quirks. Knowing what went wrong with the car before ownership was passed on to you will help you pinpoint what needs to be attended to.
• Take care of minor concerns as soon as possible. Those little tics and grumbles your car makes can indicate that there's something wrong, act fast and save on more expensive repairs later on.

Kerygma Conference 2010 at BSP Davao Convention Center

I have never seen Bo Sanchez in person, but I'm familiar with his works and especially with his magazine Kerygma,I really like the topics discuss in it, experiences of people and his advice to them.

The Kergyma Conference 2010 was held at BSP Davao Convention Center last Saturday December 4. And it was a success, the place was filled with people eager to see Bo and the other speaker, and I know they were not disappointed. Bo's topic about the prodigal son was enlightening, he gave such deep meaning to the story the made me say "Ohhh yun pala yun" hehehe. Never knew there was such a deep meaning to the story about forgiveness. The other speaker was Pio Español and Obet Cabrillas. After the break there was a Mass and a Healing Service. I just can't wait for the following year for the Kerygma Conference to come back here in Davao.

Talk 1: Grand Feast Talk by Bo Sanchez



Talk 2: The Secret to Being a Happy Catholic by Pio Español



Talk 3: The Secret to Being a Happy Catholic by Obet Cabrillas

Lachmi Shopping Mall

Ive been busy lately especially at work, and when i come home, I'm too tired to blog. But a few days of rest got me back on track. One popular shopping mall here in Davao City where you can find things which are very nice for a very affordable price is the Lachmi Shopping Mall located at the heart of downtown area in San Pedro Street. You can find nice bags, load or burn MP3's, computers, t shirts and more.

The Car Alarm

I think most of you is used to hearing alarms in a car. For me its a bit irritating and probably useless. Hearing car alarms, especially those type that when you just pass by the car, the alarm would go off! People are so numb at hearing this things go off they really serve no purpose at all. What would you do if someone sets off a car alarm? would you check the car to see who did it especially if the car is not yours? I always hear people say to themselves upon hearing a car alarm "its such a headache hearing that sound" "another idiot set off the alarm" or "he bought a cheap one, maybe the cat set it off." honestly its probably one of the gadgets ever invented that should be put to junk already.