OnlineBound with Elena Mutonono

Like many online teachers, Akari was teaching 1:1 lessons through a platform and getting totally burned out. She had created a solid foundation for her business, but needed a change.

When she discovered the idea of teaching through voice chats, she didn't hesitate. She tried it out with a new student and it was a great experience for both of them.

Now her students are getting better results, and she prefers giving feedback asynchronously. She has a reasonable schedule and more time to spend on her hobbies, writing, and podcast.

• Mochifika website

When Rocio first started teaching with voice chats, she didn't think anyone would pay her for that type of feedback. That changed after she tried the Asynchronous Program In A Box.

It gave her clarity on how to run a conversation program, and she learned to be more confident about giving feedback. She followed the steps, adapted it, and gave it a try.

Now students see the benefits and tell her she's really good at giving feedback through voice chats. She sees benefits too, and surprisingly feels closer to her students than ever before.

• The Fluency Hub website

Linda joined the Smart Teacher's Library in 2018. Eight years and two children later, she has found her niche and a new way of working that allows her to prioritize motherhood.

Her podcast had already become successful when she became pregnant with her first child. She knew teaching 1:1 wasn't sustainable, but was afraid to let go of that approach.

Through coaching, she changed her mindset and developed her first asynchronous program. Now she feels voice chats are often a better teaching approach than 1;1 for many students.

• Piccolo Mondo website

In this episode, Oli Cooke share the importance of mindset hygiene. He describes how he uses it to help his clients reach their goals and how it leads to adaptability.

Later, he talks about how to get into the positive loop of building confidence and competence together. He also shares insights on growth and how much is healthy.

Next, he describes the power of mental rehearsal, setting intentions, and how to enjoy the journey. He closes with an inspirational quote from Viktor Frankl.

• Oli Cooke website

After burning out at her teaching job, Sarah Morgan fell into the same trap as many online teachers - too many hours for too little pay. It wasn't a solution - it was survival.

She realized it wasn't sustainable and started taking small, important steps to build a business she's proud of. Even though the learning curve was steep, it was worth it.

By using the tools in the Smart Teacher's Library, she was able to face her fears and overcome negative thoughts. Now she has a waiting list of students eager to work with her.

• Meaningful English website

After starting her business as a translator and proofreader, Mireia Ibanez has transformed her business. Now, she spends most of her time teaching and has made it more sustainable.

First, she made a commitment to post every week on Instagram and soon had a following. Next, she started offering group classes and asynchronous teaching options.

She had to overcome perfectionism and stop overdelivering, which took a lot of mindset work. But through coaching, she was able to make the changes she'd been seeking.

• crema catalana website

Originally inspired by this very podcast, Sharmani Cheng now shares her own story of transformation. She hopes it will bring comfort to anyone tired of working alone.

After leaving a corporate career and building a successful online teaching business, she realized that 1:1 lessons couldn't last. She needed something more sustainable.

Now after investing in her business and showing up every day, she has found a new way of working. She believes nothing is impossible unless you're not willing to give it a try.

• Learn to Lingo website

Welcome to season 9 of OnlineBound! In the past year, life has brought big changes for me and my business - and with that change comes insight, growth, and strength.

In this episode, I'll catch you up on everything that's happened for me in the past twelve months. I'll also share two mindset shifts from my free class on teaching with voice chats.

The first shift is about how to get clients and what does or doesn't work. The second is about making offers and being active, even when you don't have your own audience.

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