I think the customer service is generally good here, except Sephora in Villagio, not sure what nationality the staff are but they are unwilling to sell anything to me everytime I go.

Anyway, I know what you mean about Phillipino men, they are generally so kind. I am thinking in particular about the Karwa bus drivers. They always make sure i have a seat and are generally protective.

I don't want to generalise about the ladies, I have had both good and bad experiences. The best staff in the country were in MegaMart Landmark and they were mainly Phillipino ladies.  I think you are right about the ladies having much stronger characters though. Maybe it's because life is hard in the Phillipines. I have had life so easy, I can't begin to imagine.