“I left Manila for Baler. Here’s what it took to stay.”
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Sam started his career in copywriting and content management, crafting compelling content for clients across the USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. He has worked across a wide range of industries, including finance, real estate, e-commerce, smart buildings, and SaaS, bringing a global perspective into the way he approaches content and storytelling.Outside of work, his love for traveling, cooking, and surfing shapes his creative process, helping him stay curious, adaptable, and in tune with different audiences and cultures.
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