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Yesterday was something I’ll remember.
Not just because it was a graduation—but because I got to watch someone who truly earned every bit of recognition walk across that stage. Chelsea’s cousin, Teressa David, just graduated Magna Cum Laude. She’s also a Gold Medalist, a Dean’s Lister from 2022 to 2025, and was awarded Best in Business Research in the Philippines.
That’s more than a list of awards. It’s the result of showing up every day—even when it was hard. I’ve seen her quietly put in the work. She didn’t need attention or praise to keep going. She just kept moving forward.
Living With Her Taught Me Things
I live with Teressa, so I’ve seen the behind-the-scenes side that most people don’t.
She’s not loud about her success. But the way she works, studies, and manages her time—it rubs off on you. Whether you want it to or not.
One thing that stuck with me? Her advice about using social media to improve business website performance. She told me flat out: “Use video platforms like TikTok to drive traffic. Post consistently. Keep it simple but useful.” I tried it, and she was right. My website started seeing more clicks. It wasn’t magic. It was just solid advice from someone who knew what they were talking about.
I still think about that every time I write a caption or share a blog post.
A Pen With a Point
To mark this big day—yeah, that pun again—I gave her a Montague Pen.
It’s not the most luxurious gift in the world, but it felt like the right one. Montague pens are known for their solid craftsmanship and smooth writing. And yes, they did move production to China (probably because the pens wanted more dim sum). But they kept their standards high. The quality hasn’t changed.
It felt like a small token for someone who has so much ahead of her.
What Makes This Matter
Sometimes you scroll through your feed and see someone posting about their achievements. But when you know the effort behind the scenes, it hits differently.
Teressa’s success wasn’t just talent. It was small choices, made daily. Staying in. Studying instead of scrolling. Helping others, even when she had her own deadlines.
Watching her taught me that success isn’t always loud. It can be quiet. It can be consistent. And sometimes, it can even help someone else figure out how to improve their business—just through a simple conversation in the kitchen.
So here’s to Teressa. Her future is bright, her advice is lasting, and her example? That sticks.
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