Imagine This:
You’re applying for a job. You show up with:
- A polished resume
- Valid IDs
- NBI, Police, and Barangay clearance
- Medical results, drug test, and birth certificate
- TIN, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and SSS numbers
- Photos in every size imaginable
- And maybe even baptismal records because…why not?
Now compare that to someone running for public office.
All they need?
✅ Certificate of Candidacy (COC)
✅ Filing fee
✅ No criminal record required
✅ No college degree required
✅ No proof of performance needed
And yet—they get to manage public funds, make laws, and decide the fate of millions.
Let that sink in.
We’re Not Saying Don’t Run.
We’re saying… shouldn’t we raise the bar for those who lead us?
It takes more paperwork to get a call center job than to become a lawmaker.
If you want to be a customer service agent, they’ll ask for:
🗂️ A solid resume
🧠 Logic and grammar tests
📋 Multiple interviews
👩⚕️ Health clearance
📑 Character references
But if you want to lead a city? Just file the paperwork and pose for a photo.
This Isn’t About Blame. It’s About Systemic Flaws.
We’ve normalized the idea that workers must prove they’re worthy—but politicians just have to be known.
If we’re really serious about nation-building, maybe the ones holding power should meet the same (if not stricter) requirements we impose on our workers.
But What Can We Do? Here’s a Start:
✅ 1. Demand Better Standards for Leaders
What if candidates needed leadership training? A clean record? Community service hours?
🛒 Check out this leadership training book to understand the basics of ethical public service.
✅ 2. Empower Yourself as a Voter
Research beyond slogans. Look into platforms, records, and real impact—not viral dance moves.
🛒 Try this goal-setting journal to list down traits you value in leaders and track political promises.
✅ 3. Treat Jobseekers with Respect
HR teams, take note. While due diligence is necessary, let’s simplify what we can and focus on skills and potential—not red tape.
🛒 Here’s a smart portfolio organizer that helps job applicants carry all documents in one clean file.
✅ 4. Talk About This More Often
The more we discuss these double standards, the harder it becomes to normalize them.
Use your platforms—whether it’s your family GC, IG story, or your TikTok feed.
🛒 If you’re into content creation, try this lapel mic for smartphones for clear audio when recording your thoughts.
Final Thought 💬
Filipinos are among the most hardworking, hopeful people in the world. But it’s time we asked—
Why do we make life harder for the people trying to earn an honest living, and so easy for those who want to lead a nation?
Let’s reverse that. Let’s raise the bar.
Not just for jobseekers—but for leaders.