Catch Up with Appco Direct's Team Manager: Apple Rae Trinidad

Apple Rae Trinidad, more famously known as Apple is the second of 4 children. She was a Communications major in University of Philippines. She first joined Appco Philippines on November 2009 and quit after just one month in the company. She moved on with other things but just 3months later, she was re-recruited by one of her trainers and was given another opportunity at the business. She has not looked back since. With her signature RED lipstick and chirpy personality, she is definitely one of the most enthusiastic and energetic person in the office!

Here's a quick catch up with Apple after being officially promoted as a Team Manager in the recent Mid Year Rally, 2011.

1. How did you start in the Business?

I was recruited by my ex-boyfriend who was recruited by his trainer, JR in November 2009. I was enjoying the experience at first, but soon after, I was influenced by the negativity of my ex-boyfriend who already quit the business after 3weeks. Let's just say, I wasn't getting with the right people. Eventually after just 4 weeks into the company, I decided that the business wasn't for me and moved on. However, what I didn't realize at the time was that I was really going to miss all the fun and the opportunities I had in this organization. I went on to work in another office, but I noticed that I'm a changed person ever since I joined Appco and my current work at the time could not compare to the growth I had in Appco. Therefore, when JR(my ex-trainer) accidentally met me in my village one day and offered me to come back, I took the opportunity and went back again to Appco. Looking back today, I'm very happy I made the right decision a year ago.

2. What is the main contributing factor for your return to Appco?

I was really hungry for the right opportunity and being one of the two bread winners for the family (my eldest brother being the other), I knew that this business offers a better shot at my success than any other position I've taken up before. I am also a very fun oriented person and Appco is a fun oriented business! Losing the fun atmosphere after leaving Appco has taught me that this business is rare and unique, so it was not a difficult decision for me to return here.

3. How long did you take to become a Team Manager?

I took 1 year and 2 months to become a Team Manager. I made some mistakes earlier on such as becoming relaxed very early in the business and having self doubt at times. However, I started realizing the mistakes I was making and have put conscious effort to improve myself as a leader by focusing more on my team and spending more time with them and just taking control of my business.

4. How do you keep your team united and excited?

I'm naturally a fun person to be around, so I always make sure that I have lots of fun with my team. I also constantly keep the education going on in my team. I help keep them excited by encouraging them to be part of competitions in Appco.

5. What are your 3 TIPS for leaders who are struggling to get to Team Managership?

a. Do not stop training even for a day. If you fall back on a day's training, you're falling a day further from your promotion.

b. Dare to fail, as failure makes you stronger.

c. You have to do what you have to do, in order for you to get what you want to get. Always go back to your purpose.

6. What are the benefits of becoming a Team Manager?

    

    a. Travel opportunities

    b. Attendance to international meetings

    c. Higher confidence in training people

    d. Running the office in the absence of the Branch Manager

    e. Acquiring Team Manager Overrides

    f. Socializing with top people from other branches of Appco Group

7. What are your future goals?

    Short Term (3months)

    a. 15 Guys on the field

    b. Assistant Ownership promotion

    

    Mid Term (12 months)

    a. Branch Management

    b. Open up Credit Division

    c. Run Charity Division

    Long Term (5 years)

    a. Organizational Head

    b. Country Manager of the Philippines!!

"Apple with her trade mark red lipstick has always made her presence in the office. Team Gold in Appco Philippines has the highest sales averages in the Events division. With her Passion and Commitment, I am very confident that Apple has the potential to be one of our next Assistant Manager". - Vishnu.