The workplace is constantly changing and the inability of the Philippine government to create employment opportunities drives millions of Filipinos to work overseas. Many Filipinos are willing to make sacrifices and face dangers just to earn money in order to support their families. They can be found in almost all countries in the world. The Filipino overseas workers are called economic heroes because through their remittances of money, they save the Philippines from a collapse economic system.

Although the primary reason why people work is to earn money they also work to be with other people. They may enjoy being in an environment with people who have similar interests. Self-fulfillment is another reason why people work. They feel good about themselves when they do a job well. Working at a job that suits them gives them feeling of accomplishments.