If you’re an ESL tutor, you’ve probably had one of those lessons—the kind where your student barely says a word, and you end up talking to yourself for most of the session. It’s awkward. It’s quiet. And sometimes, it makes you question if you’re doing something wrong. As someone who’s been teaching one-on-one English classes online for over a year now, I’ve had my fair … Continue reading What To Do When Your ESL Student Won’t Talk
Let’s be real—writing a blog post that actually keeps someone reading is no small feat. You’ve got a few seconds, maybe less, to grab a reader’s attention before they bounce off to watch a cat video 😹😹 or scroll through their fourth open tab. And it’s not because your ideas aren’t good. It’s just… people are busy, easily distracted, and spoiled with content. 🙄 When … Continue reading How to Write Engaging Blog Posts That Keep Readers Hooked
Just because someone works from home doesn’t mean they’ve got it easy. Trust me, I know. As a WFH mom juggling content writing for NoBS Marketplace and part-time ESL tutoring at RareJob, I’ve had days where I’m staring blankly at the screen, coffee in hand, wondering how I’m already exhausted—and the day’s only half over. Here’s what people don’t always see: remote work comes with … Continue reading The Importance of Mental Health Days for Remote Workers
So, you’re thinking of quitting your corporate job to freelance. It sounds tempting, right? No more long commutes, no more rigid office hours, and definitely no more awkward small talk at the pantry while waiting for your coffee to brew. 🙄🙄 Freelancing isn’t exactly a walk in the park. Sure, you can work in your pajamas (a definite win), but it also means chasing deadlines, … Continue reading Thinking of Quitting Your Corporate Job to Freelance? Read This First
If someone told me a year ago that I’d be fully booked teaching English online—on top of writing content for a living—I probably would’ve laughed and gone back to proofreading blog posts with a coffee in one hand and laundry waiting in the background. But here I am, a full-time content writer at NoBS Marketplace and a part-time ESL tutor at RareJob, juggling both roles … Continue reading Why I’m Always Fully Booked as an ESL Tutor (And How You Can Be Too)
People often think freelancing means total freedom—working whenever you want, no boss to answer to, and unlimited coffee breaks. Sounds nice, right? But anyone actually doing it knows the truth: juggling multiple freelance jobs often means more structure, more deadlines, and more mental load than a traditional 9-to-5. As a work-from-home mom, I live that daily grind. I split my time between content writing for … Continue reading Time Management Tips for Freelance Workers Balancing Multiple Jobs
Lately, I’ve been having way too much fun chatting with ChatGPT. Some days, I catch myself laughing out loud at our ridiculous back-and-forths. It’s surprisingly good at playing along—even when I speak Tagalog or throw in some gay lingo just for fun. And yes, it gets it every time. It’s like having a chat with that one friend who’s always game for nonsense—ready to write … Continue reading Bored? Here Are 10 Fun Ways To Use ChatGPT Today
I wasn’t always a Swiftie. In fact, I got in kinda late in the game. While the rest of the world was already belting out lyrics from Fearless or Red, I was tuned into other artists, not really paying attention. But once I finally gave Taylor Swift a proper listen, something shifted. It wasn’t the sappy lyrics that pulled me in—it was the melody. Sometimes … Continue reading 10 Taylor Swift Songs That Get Me Through the Workday
Teaching English has come a long way from crowded classrooms and whiteboards filled with scribbles. These days, you could be explaining verb tenses to a student in Tokyo while sitting in your pajamas at home in the Philippines—yep, that’s me most days. Online ESL teaching has opened so many doors, especially for people like me who need flexibility and a little quiet corner to earn … Continue reading Online ESL Teaching vs. In-Person: Pros, Cons, and What Works Best
At first, working from home feels like a sweet deal. You’ve got your own space, no long commute, and the freedom to sneak in snacks between tasks. But give it a few months—or even weeks—and things can start to feel… a little too familiar. As someone juggling ESL tutoring at RareJob and writing content for No BS Marketplace, I know that feeling all too well. … Continue reading How to Stay Motivated When Working From Home Feels Monotonous
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