The “Start here” post
What’s money stuff got to do with teaching? Nothing. But here’s how to not let ELT leave you in poverty. A collection of my most useful blog posts.
Nicola
Financial resilience: how to build it
In November, I was let down by two clients. One of them I write for infrequently and the other has historically been a big chunk of my Quarter 4 income. But, this year, they’ve offered far less work than usual and are now paying up to a month late because they have cash flow issues. … Read more
Moving abroad? Here’s how ELT teachers can prepare financially
Visa and ELT job? Check. Guide book? Check.All packed? But are you financially prepared for moving abroad? Here’s what to think about before you set off for your new ELT job abroad.
Retirement income: How to work out how much you’ll need
Planning for retirement in ELT is a bit of a novel concept in itself as no-one mentions it much. So thinking about actual numbers for an ideal retirement income can seem a bit farfetched. Here’s how to work it out.
How I benefitted from working with a financial coach
As an investing coach, why would I hire a financial coach for myself? Here are the two big benefits I got out of it.
Personal finance in ELT: How to learn what to do with money
Time to start improving your finances? Here are the pros and cons of the main ways of learning about personal finance and money in ELT.
The best business coaches for ELT, 2024
If you want to upskill, earn more and run your own teaching business, here are the best business coaches for ELT in 2024.
The truth about passive income as a freelance teacher
Passive income sounds like the dream, but is it all it’s cracked up to be and how can you earn it in ELT?
6 ways to stop worrying about money
I meet people in ELT all the time who are absolutely paralysed by worry about money. The industry is largely to blame but, even so, there are practical things we can do to stop worrying about money.
How to increase your pension in ELT
If you’re worried you aren’t going to receive a high enough pension, here are some steps you can take to increase your pension in ELT.