Tag: writing

ESL, work from home

When ESL Students Outgrow the Basics: What Great Tutors Do Next

There’s something oddly humbling about having a student correct you—especially when you’ve been teaching English for a while. It happened to me recently during a business lesson with a sharp executive. I meant to say “feedback on performance,” but I casually said “feedback about performance.” He paused, smiled politely, and said, “Wouldn’t it be more natural to say on?” I laughed and agreed—he was right. … Continue reading When ESL Students Outgrow the Basics: What Great Tutors Do Next

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ESSAYS, inspiration

Halfway There: What the First 6 Months of the Year Taught Me

Time has this funny way of slipping past quietly. One minute it’s New Year’s Eve, the next you’re staring at a calendar that says July. We’re halfway through the year—and if I’m being honest, it doesn’t feel like six months have passed. It feels like maybe… two and a half? But the calendar doesn’t lie. So instead of wondering where the days went, I’m looking … Continue reading Halfway There: What the First 6 Months of the Year Taught Me

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avm, health, inspiration

What Is AVM?

Understanding the Condition That Changed My Life It was just another regular morning. Nothing seemed off—at least, nothing out of the ordinary for someone who had been battling splitting headaches for over a year. I used to joke that Ibuprofen had basically become one of my food groups. Looking back, that wasn’t funny at all. In 2013, everything changed. One moment, I was pushing through … Continue reading What Is AVM?

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ESSAYS, personal, RANDOM THOUGHTS, realization

You’re Not So Important, and That’s Okay

II’m a middle child. Growing up, most of the focus naturally went to the eldest, who carried the pressure of setting an example, and the youngest, who needed the most care. And honestly, that’s okay. It rattled my confidence a little, sure — but I never let it define my worth. I quietly learned how to carve out my own space, even without being front … Continue reading You’re Not So Important, and That’s Okay

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Blogging, content writing

How to Write Engaging Blog Posts That Keep Readers Hooked

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

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family, personal, TRAVEL

How To Make Every Family Summer Outing More Meaningful

Summer outings have always been a big deal in our family. With just the four of us, we’ve built a little tradition we really look forward to—one special outing for each side of the family—one for my folks and one for my husband. It’s nothing fancy, but it’s ours, and it’s something we all treasure. Every year, the planning kicks off with casual conversations — … Continue reading How To Make Every Family Summer Outing More Meaningful

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content writing, ESL, work from home

Thinking of Quitting Your Corporate Job to Freelance? Read This First

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

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ESL, work from home

Why I’m Always Fully Booked as an ESL Tutor (And How You Can Be Too)

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)

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Blogging, content writing

Bored? Here Are 10 Fun Ways To Use ChatGPT Today

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

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Fangirling, favorites, music, work from home

10 Taylor Swift Songs That Get Me Through the Workday

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

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