Galing sa Gawa PART 1: Building a Strong Work Ethic at SFI

Have you ever met someone who talks a lot about “goals,” “plans,” or “sacrifices”—pero wala namang nababago? In the workplace, what truly sets people apart isn't how loud they talk about work, but how consistently they do the work.

At Servicio Filipino, we believe in “galing sa gawa”—earning respect not through titles or speeches, but through everyday excellence. A good work ethic isn’t about overworking; it’s about showing up, following through, and taking pride in what you do.

Why Getting Started Is the Hardest—and Most Important—Part

One of the first steps is learning to take initiative. In other words, don’t wait to be told. Start what needs to be done. In many workplaces, it’s common to hear “sabihan mo lang ako,” or “di ko kasi alam kung kailan uumpisahan.” But that mindset delays progress and increases everyone’s workload.

Taking initiative at SFI means spotting needs and acting without waiting for instruction. For example, if you know your team lead will need data before the end of the day, prepare it ahead. That’s the kind of “gawa” that builds trust—and they make a big impact on client satisfaction, team efficiency, and your own growth.

Create a Routine (So You Don’t Waste Half the Day “Warming Up”)

Another tip is to establish a daily routine. Routines aren’t just for fitness influencers and morning vloggers. At work, they give you structure and direction—so you don’t waste the first hour deciding where to begin or what to prioritize.

Having a consistent routine makes your brain shift into “work mode” faster, and over time, it makes you more reliable. Even something as simple as arriving ten minutes earlier can help you feel more prepared—and less panicked when things get busy.

Avoid the “Pa-Later” Trap

Let’s be honest—distractions are everywhere. Your phone vibrates, a teammate starts chatting, someone passes by with food and suddenly, it’s merienda time.

Staying focused and limiting distractions are essential if you want to strengthen your work ethic. It’s not about eliminating every conversation or working like a robot—it’s about learning when to say, “later” to temptations, and “now” to priorities.

Delaying tasks may feel harmless, but it piles up. And when you finally rush it, quality suffers. Avoiding the pa-later trap means deciding to take control of your time, instead of letting distractions control you. Even five focused minutes of progress is better than thirty minutes of multitasking that leads nowhere.

Our Take at SFI

At SFI, we admire the silent achievers. The ones who finish before being reminded. The ones who fix problems before they escalate. The ones who ask, “May maitutulong ba ako?” even if it’s not part of their job description.

These people don’t wait for recognition or a camera—they act because they know that their work reflects not just on them, but on the entire team and company. Initiative isn’t a special skill reserved for supervisors or long-timers. It’s a habit anyone can build—and the earlier you develop it, the farther you’ll go.

📣 Ready to put your work ethic to work?

If you're the type who moves without being told, takes pride in every task—big or small—and believes in getting things done right the first time, we want you on our team.

📩 Send your resume to marketing@serviciofilipino.com or apply directly at www.talentsource.asia

Real work speaks louder than words. Let yours open doors at SFI.

Abangan ang Part 2 ng “Galing sa Gawa” series—next week, dito lang sa SFI Blogs.