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Default Jul 22, 2021 at 10:01 PM
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I have a job now but work mainly mornings and nights. So, I have the afternoons off. I want to work more and am looking for a second job. It might put some strain on me but I have mounting bills to pay.

I am teaching online now so will look for another similar job. The competition is stiff for teaching jobs since everybody who thinks they can speak English applies. I am not too worried though since I have certification and experience now. But, before I was worried about getting a teaching job since I had no experience.

My current teaching job is based on student satisfaction. If I don't receive good evaluations, I can't keep the student. So, it is not that easy. For me. I am doing quite well despite this since I am an accommodating person by nature. I am not bragging but if I was inflexible and obstinate, this job would be difficult.

I like my job and the people I work with at times. Sometimes, the people who give me students ask me to send in student evaluations at the last minute or ask me to do tasks in little time. I just do it but wonder if they know how little time they are giving me. Also, they pull students from me without my knowledge for one reason or another. So, nothing is perfect.

Overall, I like teaching. It is fun. But, teaching here is not a career but a low-paid job with no advancement. Despite this, I like teaching and will continue to teach while I can. If I was younger, I would look into other fields but as I am older, teaching will suffice for now. I am happy teaching but the pay is so low that I barely make ends meet.

So, the other job I am seeking is similar to the job I have now. It should be doable. I was thinking of teaching privately but am worried about covid-19 still.

I only applied to two other jobs. I'm not sure if I will hear from them. But, I will see what happens.
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I was looking at other people's credentials who are applying for teaching jobs. They are incredible. So, I'm not sure I will hear from the jobs I applied for. I will wait until the end of next week to hear back from them. But, I'm blown away by the credentials of others applying this year. Why on earth would people want to work for low wages when they can earn so much more in their own country? I am working here because my parents are planning on retiring here. But, I would not come here for several reasons- the living expenses are too high, too many people applying for minimum wage jobs from around the world, and nobody helps others here unless you live in the countryside. I like it here since nobody bothers me. But, I'm an oddball who likes to do things alone. I am not saving much and am waiting for my parents to come here. The good thing is I have a place to stay in the city. But, I pay a lot in city taxes and health insurance fees that I wonder if it is worth working here. I like working here but my job is like a hobby than a career. At my age, I cannot do much else but do teaching or some other minimum wage job. I am happy nevertheless. However, if I was younger, I would be more motivated, and find a job that pays well and has advancement. Thus, I am wondering why the younger folks are coming here for teaching jobs. Hmmm.
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I decided to extend my hours at my current job. I am receiving more students now. I have ungodly hours though. Oh well, it pays the bills!
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I am doing well with my current job. Although I am lazy, I am pushing myself to enter another field- healthcare communications. I am taking free online courses now and finding them useful. I like teaching and will continue my job as a teacher no matter what happens. I like being busy and productive since it keeps me awake and distracted. I like sleeping too! But, I feel fine and am humming along.

I love reading and writing. I also love learning the new language I acquired. Life is not bad. I need to write well and am working on it. Writing is easy, but writing well is hard. I also love teaching. I hope one day I can teach about my new job as a healthcare communicator.

I am good at learning and always love learning. I am an eternal student. Life is fun and busy for now. I know I will make it as a healthcare communicator since I have the background and desire to succeed.

I am a dilettante and need to stick with one field. I thought about genetic counseling and coding. Thinking about this makes me laugh! I have no background in either. I am good at teaching and am really happy. I wish it paid more. Oh well, I have to survive on my income. The taxes here are so high that I barely eke by. I am being forced to think about taking other jobs, but such is life.

I probably won't make much again. I will probably just eke by still. However, I will survive with more disposable income hopefully. I like free-lancing. I have the freedom to earn more since the more I work, the more I earn.

I re-started an online writing course. I quit the first time since I felt discouraged. Now, I found out that I don't have to work in regulatory writing to make a living. I can write in the healthcare field in other capacities. I am fired up to do well again. I am happy!

I will persist in writing and teaching this time. I will not quit. I will encounter bumps on the road and will not give up as easily anymore. I love teaching, and my students love me. I feel blessed. I feel lucky to have a job although it may not pay well.

I probably will combine translating with writing. I have been asked a few times to translate medical papers. I tried but find it boring. I want to find a job that allows me to not only translate but also write creatively. I am reading novels in my new language which is really exciting.

Life is fun and busy!
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I'm doing well. I am busy learning how to write technically. I am going to launch my job search this December. I have to persist. I am reading novels while learning how to write scientifically. I am doing fine. I am so busy these days that I barely have time to talk with other people. I want to be the best I can be at my new trade. I have to put the time into it. I don't think I will be a creative writer though. So, I will do my best to brush up on my medical knowledge. I applied for one job but know my resume needs polishing. I don't expect to hear from this company. I want to remain motivated to keep learning and studying.

There are many jobs in technical writing. But, I am doing translation on top of this. So, I know I will find a job once I'm ready. My motto is to take one step at a time.

I am going to keep teaching since I love it. So, hopefully, the extra income I receive from my other jobs will carry me through and help me survive.
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I am still motivated to become a technical translator and writer. I am taking my time since I need to read and write a lot. I am reading in my source language while writing in my target language. I have to do so many things before I find a job. I am busy now. I am working also. I probably will look for a project at the end of this year or the next. Today I have to finish my homework for my writing classes. I have about 6 hours of coursework. I am doing one week's worth of homework in one or two days. This may not be a smart idea. But, I am planning to finish these courses in about a month. I will do my best.

I want to do my best no matter what I pursue. Because of my attitude, I put a lot of time into my teaching as well. My students are happy. So, I am happy. I wish teaching paid more, nevertheless, I am grateful to have a teaching job. I do enjoy writing too but as a hobby. Now, I need to pay attention to details. So, I have to be careful about not only what I write, but also how I write. Before, I did not care. Writing is a challenge for me. I want to tackle this challenge and do my best. I always received passable scores on my writing exams, never stellar grades. But, good writing does not come overnight. Hopefully, my attitude will pay off in the end.
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Default Oct 10, 2021 at 07:23 AM
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I am considering doing this too. I am working from home at my main job and I have been doing so much work for them... but not getting paid.

So I walk around the mall on weekends and there are a ZILLION help wanted signs. I just want a relatively easy job for nights and weekends.

Ironically though I want a job I don't have to really jump through hoops for... just hire me if you are really desperate. I don't want to have to interview or dress up nice.
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Yesterday, I did seven hours of work watching videos and doing homework. I am mentally exhausted. I am learning a lot though. I am devouring all the information. I am taking two courses and they overlap. I am savoring the salient points. Now, I am getting indigestion because my way of studying is overkill. But, I have only one day off a week and must maximize the time. I will be an eternal student. Learning never ends. I am curious and motivated. I know that I will never be an excellent writer overnight. So, I write daily in short spurts.

I have so much to do before I seek another job. I am very busy that I don't have the time to think about anything, but work and sleep. I would rather be busy as I am now than get into trouble with men. I am happier now although I am a little stressed out. I first thought I would do two courses, then I found more free courses that provide information about technical writing. I will see how much I can do before I burst from too much information.

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I am also doing a lot of tasks unpaid. But, I am a freelancer. I don't get paid for writing my lesson plans and sending e-mails. These tasks take about 10 -12 hours each week. So, I'm only getting paid for about 20 hours but am working over 30 hours. It is ok since I love teaching. I get paid to do what I love. Teaching has never been a lucrative field. I have no complaints about it since I thoroughly enjoy teaching. Of course, if I could find a better-paying teaching job, I would consider it. But, I make as much as a lowly paid full-time teacher here. I really can't complain. I live in a high tax area though and need to earn more, unfortunately. I am under pressure to make more to survive. Again, I can't complain because I like where I live. I have saleable skills, so I'm going to use them to earn money.

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I work in the mornings and evenings. I am tired at times. I sleep during the afternoons. I have a lot of clerical work for my classes. I am spending more time on this work since I realized I can organize my lessons with good plans. I feel ok but for seven lessons I take about 2 to 3 hours daily to prepare. I would like to streamline my preparation but don't know how. I am not typically organized so it is a learning process.

I am still preparing to find jobs writing and translating. I have to do so many things before I find a job. I want to take my writing and translating seriously. I am taking courses and watching videos. But, I need to read and write more. I can watch all the videos I want about writing and translating, but if I never actually write and translate- it is a joke. I am trying to read and write in my source language as well as write in my target language.

I don't have a translation nor writing degree. I am just self-studying. I learn more by myself than by taking actual classes. I learned my source language by studying by myself also. I am not fluent in it but can understand the main ideas. This is all I need. Translation eventually will be taken over by AI. Until then, I will work as a translator, then as a writer.

I like working and keeping busy. I am happier now than before. I don't earn much nevertheless. I just survive. My health is still a priority. I know my limits. I sleep a lot still. I am lucky and grateful to have a job for now.

This is besides the point, but my mother wanted me to quit my job and return home. She did not make sense so I emphatically told her, I like working here and will stay. She seemed perturbed. I have been doing this teaching job for only over a year and now she wants me to quit. I know she is having problems moving around and doing things independently, but I can't help her by going home. I have to survive on my own eventually. She sounds selfish and thinks I am a baby still. She has my brother and father. She does not need to bother me. If I was naive, I would just agree to go home. But, she does not make sense and is unrealistic. Nobody in my family listens to her nagging. I feel bad but know I must survive on my own here. Throughout my life, she has said things to hurt me or destroy what I have. She is toxic. But, I know this and just say no to her requests. She has caused so much pain to my brother and me. She is ill too but does not receive any medical help for her mental problems since she says she is normal. Well, I have news for her this time. I had enough of her destroying my life by asking outrageous demands and saying insensitive remarks. I should be hopping mad- but am resigned- and know that her illness although it has caused me pain in my life before, I know what to say now: no means no. I am older but wiser now. I am the product of my experiences though. I am finally learning to stand up for myself. I don't know the reasons for my taking so long to see the whole picture with my mother. She makes me sad at times. I must go forward and let her go.

Overall, I'm proud of myself for standing up against the abuse from my mother and others. Finally, I am confident enough to stand on my own.

Thus, I need to continue working and surviving by myself.

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I found out that translating is a joke these days because there is software that literally translates from the source language to the target language. I was astonished by how much the software can translate. This will make my life easier, but it is such a joke that I wonder who needs a general translator these days. I am becoming a specialized technical translator/ writer. Even this, eventually AI will one day be able to translate well enough without a need for human translators. I urge people not to become general translators since there won't be any jobs in it after a while. I would specialize in a technical field as I did. I can read in my source language too. But, one day translators won't be necessary: AI is here.

I am happy that AI is here nevertheless. Technology is helpful. Now, I will be able to take many projects. I will have to be good at editing. I feel lucky because there is a demand for my specialty. Otherwise, I would not even think about launching my search into finding a job in this area. Some people are afraid robots and/ or AI will replace them in their jobs. This fear is not unfounded in some areas.

I will make the most of my skills and time. I am older than most people. I won't be working in my chosen field for long since I don't expect to live past 100. Sometimes, being in the right place and the right time means something.

I just wanted to earn extra money to survive. I shall, as long as I can work. I feel grateful. But, I am shocked by the speed, technology is advancing. Who knows what's next? Robots as doctors and nurses? hmmm
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I have been studying and going over my courses. I like reading and writing. I am learning a lot.

I dropped out of high school when I was 15 years old. I returned to school after passing my GED and eventually taking the SATs. I learned more by myself though than from my going to school. My experiences have been part of my education. I am mostly self-taught.

I love reading and writing. I also enjoy reading in other languages that I know. I read Obama's victory speech-"Yes, we can!"-in another language. I am simply amazed by his speech still. I don't know who wrote his speech, but I am impressed by his usage and style. I'm a dummy, yet recognize good writing.

I have been translating in my head into English. It is not easy. English is my native language. I read in my new language at an advanced level still. But, truthfully, although I passed the most advanced level of the language test, I have trouble explaining what I read in English. So, translating is not easy.

Machine translation is imperfect. It's good for short snippets but for long translations, there are major mistakes. Now, translation agencies have machine translation post-editing jobs. I applied for one but am not too confident I will get an interview. I need to really work on my translation skills. I applied just to see what is out there.

I hope to do technical writing eventually. I have a science degree and a professional healthcare degree. I should use both. I'm teaching medical jargon now. It is easy for me. I don't think I will make it as a technical writer alone. Combining translating and writing is probably the best.

Polishing my language skills is fun. I really like to learn and study languages. I also like teaching. No matter what I will continue teaching. It does not pay well so I am forced to find other jobs. I will get by for now on my teaching income.

Honestly, if you had asked me if I would be working a few years ago, I would have said no. I was extremely disabled from my illness. I am happy now that I'm working. I am really amazed by my situation. I was in no position to take care of myself a few years ago. Now, I am independent and working. I no longer worry about the future. I just take it one day at a time.

I will keep studying, and searching for a second job. I have confidence I will find another job. I just hope I have the stamina to do two jobs. I will just do it and see what happens.
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I got a response from a place I applied for translation work. I am shocked. I have to pass a test though. I am not too confident I will pass. I want to pursue technical writing instead. But, the place took the time to review my lousy resume and gave me an opportunity to work, the least I can do is respond. My writing is mediocre as well. I make many mistakes. I am not confident about anything now. But, I will forge forward. I can't believe that they responded. I really don't know what to say, but thank you. I am looking into technical writing programs and courses. I want to go to a master's program. But, it is expensive and time-consuming. I want to write though. Thus, I will see what happens after I apply to one program. I may try three times to get into the program. I have to be persistent. I wish life were easier. I should be happy that things are going well. But, I'm not. Sometimes, I get what I want but easily lose interest. I wonder if this is my illness. I am sick still in a way. I work and sleep well. But, my head is not right. I take my medication yet feel unhinged. Hmm, applying for jobs is not a game. I have to be serious about it. I will try my best.
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I'm going to turn them down. I am really busy now and don't want to spend my time on matters that waste my time. Oh well. I have so many things to do now.

The program I want to apply to called me today. I am happy. I have to write many pieces and send them. I am going to write extensively about my experiences.

Life is charming.
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I'm doing well still but have too much to do. Well, this is better than wasting my time with abusive men. I am happy and hope that if I get into the program, I won't lose interest. I think it will be challenging to write well. I am hoping to write about my experiences and about the psych field. It is going to be fun!
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I got an interview to become a real estate agent here in another city 2.5 hours away by train. I'm going to do the online interview and see what happens. I'm not too sure if I want to move to another city right now. But, if the opportunity is good, I will go for it. I will have to keep my teaching job since it is a commission-only job. I will try my best to do my teaching job as well. I will have to pass the real estate agent exam here in another language if it all works out. Lol, I think it is feasible but difficult. I shall see what happens. I think real estate is a feast or famine work. So, I will think about it for a while before I jump into it. I know a commission-only job sounds awful. But, I will try to learn the ropes and try to earn my first commission. I will try to do my best!
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So, I got the job! I should be happy. I think I'm just relieved. I will go to another city and make the best of it. I will be ok, I guess. I should be ecstatic but it takes a lot out of me to smile for the camera. Lol, oh well, I will embark on another journey/ adventure again. I hope I make it!
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I'm looking for an apartment in the new city. I found two. I am not sure which one I will be able to get. My boss showed me the properties. I went to the new city yesterday and like it there. I will be dealing with English-speaking clients. I hope to also take the real estate agent exam here in this country's native language. I have to work hard since I am spending my last dime on fees for the business and apartment. I don't know when I will make my first commission. But, I want to continue teaching as well until I can make it in real estate here. I am excited!
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So, I am moving probably not this weekend but next weekend. I am doing ok. I will be doing two jobs. I hope to work on real estate for about 5-7 hours a day except for Sundays. I will be in the office though 11 and 11.5 hours a day. I need to take it easy on Sundays but need to go to church. I am only going to sleep about 6 hours a day. I think it is doable. I probably won't make my first commission for about 3 to 4 months but we shall see. I will be all-in while working. I will do my best and persevere. Also, I have to remain compliant and maintain my health. At least, I will live only 10 minutes away if I walk briskly to and from my new apartment. So, I will time everything. I will walk about an hour a day going to and from my workplace and apartment. I will be like a machine.
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