22-Year-Old Student-Athlete Builds a Brighter Future as Shopee Xpress Rider
Twenty-two-year-old
Josel Sisor carries a lot of responsibility on his shoulders. He works hard as
a Shopee Xpress rider, while also striving to achieve his dreams as a
student-athlete.
Josel, who is
currently a fourth-year scholar, sports science major, and table tennis athlete
at San Beda University, began working as a rider right after the pandemic set
in a year and a half ago. After hearing about a friend who took up a side gig
as a rider, he took the opportunity to earn some extra cash as well.
Though his father,
a factory worker, and mother, a messenger, both work hard to provide for the
family, Josel wants to lighten their financial burden by becoming more
financially independent, especially during uncertain times such as these. Even
before the pandemic, he busied himself with other part-time motorcycle delivery
gigs to help his parents out. As the eldest in a brood of five, Josel sets an
example for his siblings.
Josel wakes up
before 6:00 AM each day to pick up a batch of parcels at the nearby Shopee
Xpress hub and deliver them to shoppers. At noon, he goes back home for online
classes and training. Whenever he has time to spare, he delivers more batches
of parcels. Josel initially found it hard to focus with such a packed routine,
but eventually found his groove. “Na-aapply ko ‘yung pagiging student-athlete sa pamamagitan ng disiplina at pagbalanse
ng oras,” he shares.
He is determined to
create a brighter future by graduating and becoming a table tennis coach
someday. He also finds motivation from his sukis,
fellow riders, and his family. He particularly dedicates his earnings and hard
work to his beloved, ailing 78-year-old grandmother, who underwent back surgery
last year. “Gusto kong magpasalamat sa
lola ko sa lahat ng sakripisyo niya, sa pag-aalaga niya sakin simula nu’ng bata
pa ako. Kahit walang-wala siya, lahat binibigay niya pa rin. Ang hiling ko
lang, sana gumaling na siya,” he says.
Aside from his
grandmother’s improved health, Josel’s only wish is for a new motorcycle. His
run-down motorcycle would often break down mid-delivery, and he’d end up
finishing work well into the night. After hearing of Josel’s heartening story
of dedication, Shopee donated not just a brand-new motor vehicle to Josel, but
accessories and groceries as well.
Martin Yu, Director
at Shopee Philippines, says, “We are deeply humbled by Josel’s devotion to his work as a
Shopee Xpress rider, but most especially to his family and dreams. To the rest
of our Shopee Xpress riders, you
inspire us all as well. You are indeed the true lifeblood of Shopee.”
Whether as the
awesome, reliable kuya at home, the
driven student-athlete at school, or the diligent Shopee Xpress rider at work,
Josel inspires everyone he meets. He feels grateful for the opportunity to
start securing his future and the lessons he has gained along the way from his team leads and fellow riders.
As a Shopee Xpress
rider, he finds fulfillment
in learning how to stand on his own two feet. He adds, “Gusto kong sabihin sa tropang SPX na kahit araw-araw mahirap ang ginagawa, kalaban natin ang init at
ulan, tuluy-tuloy lang. ‘Wag tayong susuko, balang araw tayo rin nasa taas.”
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