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OnlineBound with Elena Mutonono is a podcast for online language teachers and coaches who are tired of cramming more client hours into their day and look for ways to grow their business in a smart, lean and sustainable way.
In this podcast we explore the topics of authenticity, sustainability, values, efficiency, resilience and creativity when running an online teaching business in an oversaturated language teaching market.
We will broaden our horizons, challenge our mindset and forge our own paths amidst loud and demanding voices of scarcity and pursuit of fast profits at any cost.
Together we will build resilience as we journey into the unknown, commitment to the change we seek to make and faith in creating a better world by connecting people across cultures through teaching languages online.
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Chris Pontiroli on taking action before being ready
In this episode, Chris Pontiroli describes all the changes she's made since she joined the Smart Teacher's Library. After months of hesitation, she gave it to herself as a birthday gift.
Once she made the decision, she was all in and immediately started putting the ideas into practice. She's already sold her asynchronous programs to 70+ students in the past year.
The Library brought a sense of community to what can be an otherwise lonely career. And the self-coaching tools have allowed her to shift her mindset - a total game changer.
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Yann Le Bouhellec on taking tiny steps towards working more sustainably
In this episode, Yann Le Bouhellec shares his journey as an online language teacher. After the first year, his calendar was full but he was looking for alternative ways of teaching.
He tried to create an online course, but it ended up being even more work than his 1:1 sessions. He was wanted some direction and a support system to guide him.
After discovering the Smart Teacher's Library, he's already making great progress. He's discovered the magic of asynchronous teaching and has already sold his first product!
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Aude Bellezanne on giving herself permission to fail and work on her own terms
In this episode, Aude Bellezanne and I talk about the benefits of a supportive community. She shares her insights about how her mindset and approach to teaching have transformed.
After receiving her teacher training in isolation during Covid, Aude had a lot of clients but was overwhelmed. She knew she wanted to make changes and that she needed support to do it.
After joining the Smart Teacher's Library, she learned that she could charge more and say no without second-guessing herself. She also discovered the power of teaching asynchronously.
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Luke Thompson on reaching 1 mln subscribers on Youtube
In this episode, I'm speaking with Luke Thompson who just reached a million YouTube subscribers! We talk about why he loves making content and the challenges he's faced.
Luke explains why language teachers feel burned out over time, whether teaching in-person or online. For him, creating videos provides a lasting satisfaction that he felt was missing.
He also talks about his struggles to commercialize his creativity through premium content. Finally, he shares techniques for staying focused and keeping a healthy mindset at work.
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast website
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Oli Cooke on how to help yourself with money anxiety
In this episode, Oli Cooke shares insights about how he was able to overcome a lifetime of anxiety. By using Rapid Resolution Therapy, he has shifted his mindset and his coaching.
As a language teacher, he first understood the role of the unconscious mind in learning. He discovered that miscommunication with the unconscious prevents clear thinking.
Currently, he's focused on helping online entrepreneurs overcome their anxieties about money. He explains how it's possible to shift your mindset to move beyond fear.
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Elena Mutonono on the power of reflection
Welcome to season 7 of OnlineBound! This season, I'm excited to share a revelation that has become an integral part of my business. To succeed, we need the power of evaluation.
This can be scary for a lot of reasons. It's much more tempting to chase dopamine hits by running from one course, or program, or coach to the next, hoping for "the answer."
Listen in to learn the three questions I ask myself after every launch. This was a game changer that took the focus off my disappointment and helped me move forward.
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Customer Reviews
Helps me make positive changes in the way I work
I’ve worked with Elena for a year now, and her podcasts are icing on the cake. I listen to every episode, take notes, and make changes in how I’m working. Episode 12 was particularly impactful for me because I was struggling with work-life balance and burnout in my first year of running a business. This episode inspired me to make changes. I created a work schedule, and I’m very strict about only working during my business hours. I enjoy morning walks before I start my day, and I’m starting to enjoy my hobbies and life again outside of work. This has helped me give my best self to my clients and the work that I care about. Thank you Elena!
Her approach works!
After two years of struggling on my own, I reluctantly started working with Elena. It wasn’t easy because the approach she teaches is really different from the university setting I was accustomed to. But my business is finally starting to gain traction, and she and her community are the main reason for that shift. I’ve tried other coaches and been disappointed. She’s the real deal!