In this video we discuss what it's like teaching English in Vietnam and what life is like living in Ho Chi Minh City. 

Contents: 

0:00 Introduction 

1:00 What made you want move to Vietnam to teach English? 

1:47 What was it about Vietnam that stood out for you? 

2:41 Did you have any fears before moving? 

3:45 How was traveling through South East Asia? 

4:55 Budget for 2 months of travel in South East Asia? 

6:06 First Impressions of Vietnam 

7:10 How long have you been in Vietnam? 

7:22 Highlights of your time in Vietnam 

8:40 Work-life balance in Vietnam 

12:50 Working hours 

14:12 Apartment in Vietnam 

17:38 Budget for food 

18:55 Do you enjoy Vietnamese food? 

20:20 What do you like about living in Vietnam? 

21:49 Getting started through Ninja Teacher 

23:10 Getting a teaching job in Vietnam 

24:40 How do you like the teaching? 

25:50 Are you happy with this decision to come to Vietnam? 

27:44 What are the challenges of living here? 

31:13 Advice for people thinking about teaching English in Vietnam 

34:02 Final thoughts on teaching English in Vietnam 

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