WHAT maketh a man? You might ask.
Well, that depends on what you're after. Many factors make one attractive: from looks, manners, talents, charm, and maybe even purpose and sense. A gentleman is just maybe one who is effortless, strong without force and a je ne sais quoi that just pulls you in.
There is one "coach" among the country's fastest-rising motivational speakers who "influences the influencers."
Coach Patrick Joven S. De Leon, fondly referred to by his peers as a Harvey Specter and Mike Ross rolled in one, is a profound author and creative ballfire who continues to be a hotshot in the field of speakership and life coaching -- delivering successful talks to professionals and academic institutions in the Philippines and beyond. And he is doing it with the best the country has to offer.
Spending eight years at the Mother of Good Counsel Seminary where he earned his degree in Philosophy -- Cum Laude -- he planted the seeds of inspiration as the director and co-writer of the stage play "Munting Liwanag" in 2011, a fruit he would later share in his profound works as the youngest opinion writer for SunStar Pampanga, under his column "Millennial Chat."
Backed up with both academic and corporate achievements, he ably incorporates his background in philosophy and human formation with the mentorship he conducts for various influencers and business prodigies both in his hometown and 13,208 kilometers away.
Moreover, his PR and creative consultancy cater to conglomerates and budding start-ups.
On a less professional note, he is an avid fan of combat sports, plain shirts and he is into to vinyl records collection as well action figures, the iconic Batman among his favorites.
Going beyond his background with no the proverbial silver spoon, going about his desired path, and thus catching our attention and now, the rest of the world, including you. (Isra Anaya/Contributor)