Meet the Team: Logix Talent of the Month – Melody Francisco – The Responsible Daughter with Big Dreams and High Hopes for the Future
This is the fourth piece in the series of interviews we began in June, consisting of selected members of the Logix BPO family. These articles will show everyone why Logix BPO has become the go-to choice of many when it comes to quality work with above-average pay and a focus on work-life balance.
The fourth person to make it to our “Meet the Team” saga is our Talent of the Month for September and her name is Melody.
Mel is the kind of daughter most parents dream of having. Aside from finishing college on time, she also took it upon herself to help her family during her final year at university. She started working part-time while studying, which was no mean feat, seeing as doing one was already taxing on its own. So, imagine doing both at the same time while helping out at home too! Curious to know more about our talent of the month? Let’s get to it, shall we?
Q: Hi Mel. So, let’s begin this interview with our usual introduction about yourself.
Melody: Hey there! I’m Melody, and I’ve been a Pasigueño since birth. I’m happily in a relationship with my boyfriend of 2 years. I dove into the world of architecture for my education, and I actually started working part-time during my fourth year in college to lend a hand with the bills at home.
It’s been quite the journey, balancing studies and real-life work experiences. I initially took on more architecture-related work but somehow I managed to get into joinery and I’m really looking forward to what’s ahead in my career!
Q: Whoa, so that means, you took on quite a lot for someone so young! Before we go deeper into that, what do you do at Logix BPO?
Melody: I’m currently working at Logix BPO as a Microvellum Drafter, and I must say, it’s been an exciting journey. My background in architecture has been a real blessing for the joinery field.
When I first started using the Microvellum drafting software a few years ago, it was a bit of a learning curve, but my experience in reading architectural plans and applying critical thinking to planning has been a game-changer. Our primary focus is on cabinetry, and my architectural experience has been quite an asset.
Q: Okay, so you studied architecture and you’re currently working as a Microvellum Drafter. Suffice it to say, we see a connection between the two. So, did your joinery work during college push you to continue with what you were already familiar with when you entered full-time work?
Melody: Yes, it all began when I realized I needed to step up and assist my mom with covering the bills and my younger brother’s tuition. He was gearing up for college, and the program he wanted to pursue wasn’t exactly budget-friendly.
So, I found myself at a crossroads, pondering my options, you know, just the usual for the eldest daughter of an Asian household, haha. Then, an opportunity presented itself, and I eagerly embraced it, determined to soak up as much knowledge as possible in this new field. I stopped a semester shy of graduating and immersed myself in work.
While this path wasn’t a complete departure from my background in architecture, it did present its own set of challenges initially. Looking back, though, I’m confident I made the right decision, especially as my brother is now on track to graduate college next year.
Q: Wow, that’s quite an achievement for someone so young! Standing up to help your mom and to ease the burden of your brother’s tuition is very commendable! Now, I’m curious about your family life. Can you tell me more about your family?
Melody: We’re far from your typical nuclear family. To begin with, my younger brother and I were mostly raised by our amazing single mother, who is an absolute powerhouse. But she’s not the only strong, independent woman in our lives.
We had two “lola ninangs,” who, although not blood-related, are as much a part of our family as anyone else. When my mother was working tirelessly abroad to provide for us, my two “lola ninangs” stepped in to take care of us here in the Philippines. That’s why my heart holds them so close.
Unfortunately, we’ve had our share of challenges. We lost one of these incredible women a few years ago, but her spirit lives on in our hearts. Our little family has faced hardships, including my other lola ninang’s battle with cancer a few years back, and now my mother is dealing with some critical health issues of her own.
Throughout these hard times, it’s these remarkable women who inspire me to strive for greatness in every aspect of life, from my daily routines to my career. I want to carry their strength and resilience forward; honouring the legacy of love and support they’ve given us.