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Neeraj Bhushan
How many of you freelance as contributory bloggers. I have my personal blog http://neerajbhushan.com/ where I write while I pay people to write for my contributory blog http://www.raisinahills.com/
104 weeks ago from Freelancing
Karen Au:
I'm interested in contributing to your blog. My own blog is on my profile: MoreI'm interested in contributing to your blog. My own blog is on my profile: http://www.mskarenau.com. Take a look, and see if my writing style is something you'd like to have on your blog!
104 weeks ago
104 weeks ago
Karen Au
I'm considering setting up online English courses, done through Skype. Anyone have any tips about how to set up payment online? I was thinking about PayPal. Any other options that work for you?
T. Hunt:
I've been using Paypal for a few years now, and yes they have fees - but any system you use will have those, there's no way to get it for free. ...MoreI've been using Paypal for a few years now, and yes they have fees - but any system you use will have those, there's no way to get it for free. Its good for starting out though, as you don't have to commit to a contract with them, and its easy to make your payments integrate with your own site. Plus your customers don't need a paypal account themselves in order to pay, unlike Google checkout where they need to sign up first.
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
Lea Woodward:
Hi Karen - as T. Hunt said, most systems will levy fees of some sort. We've also used Paypal for a few years now and so far, have found it to be ...MoreHi Karen - as T. Hunt said, most systems will levy fees of some sort. We've also used Paypal for a few years now and so far, have found it to be the most widely accepted & recognised. Are they "live" lessons or downloadable?
105 weeks ago
105 weeks ago
May
For those who would search for an internship in Asia:
http://www.tata.com/careers/index.aspx?sectid=QdSJCN/7Fn4=#2
Karen Au
Hi there! Does anyone know of any philanthropic or charitable initiatives in Hong Kong? My friend's looking to move there and would like to join in on some charity work. Any help would be GREAT! =)
Jung Fitzpatrick:
I don't know of specific initiatives or orgs, but you can search idealist.org for a start. Almost 100,000 organizations from around the globe ...MoreI don't know of specific initiatives or orgs, but you can search idealist.org for a start. Almost 100,000 organizations from around the globe have profiles at our website. Good luck!
112 weeks ago
112 weeks ago
May
Yes, as a teacher there are a lot of opportunities, for example we do have several international schools in appealing cities, e.g. Berlin, Munich. Can you give some examples of freelance-skills you can offer?
Karen Au:
Hi May! Some basic freelance-skills I can offer are the following: writing (technical, editorial, creative), tutoring (English as a Second ...MoreHi May! Some basic freelance-skills I can offer are the following: writing (technical, editorial, creative), tutoring (English as a Second Language, mathematics, etc.), childcare, and photography.
Those are the 3 that I can confidently point to as means for revenue, although I'm sure there's more. My modesty may be getting in the way of my listing any others o.O
107 weeks ago
Those are the 3 that I can confidently point to as means for revenue, although I'm sure there's more. My modesty may be getting in the way of my listing any others o.O
107 weeks ago
Karen Au
Most definitely! I'm a teacher, so my career can really be brought anywhere; however, I don't want to become a full-time teacher in another country just yet. So I'm currently making a list of free-lance-able skills that I have, but there has to be another way to figure this out.
Karen Au
I'm grateful for my String-Ring! The perfect item to remind us to be kind =) Read about it here: http://wp.me/pDZW5-1o
Claire Veuthey
I'm actually not totally sold on TO yet- I've found it hard to make friends, and last time I checked I don't repel other people. Advice?
123 weeks ago from Toronto
Claire Veuthey:
I find it hard to connect to people- &the friends I have made I don't manage to see more than once a month at most. Is this normal here?
121 weeks ago
121 weeks ago
Jeremy O'Krafka:
I've found there are lots of great young professionals groups and networking events in Toronto. When I moved here 6 years ago that is how I ...MoreI've found there are lots of great young professionals groups and networking events in Toronto. When I moved here 6 years ago that is how I established a friend base here. The one I've stayed involved in is JCI (http://www.jcitoronto.ca/)--hold informal socials to get to know other young people once per month.
113 weeks ago
113 weeks ago
Karen Au
A response to Chiang's collection: What if we couldn't perceive aesthetic beauty in human faces? http://wp.me/pDZW5-1a
Karen Au
This is wonderful! It's like http://www.operationnice.com/ all over again, except on BC!
Ryan Paugh
I'm happy that it's raining. Feels like it hasn't rained in Madison in forever. Gives me more focus to stay indoors and get some work done!
Karen Au
My personal recommendation: Ted Chiang's "Story of Your Life and Others". It's a collection of scifi short stories. Brilliantly thought out.
Karen Au
Hi everyone! I'm from the Toronto area. I'm looking for private piano & vocal lessons that won't put a hole through my wallet. Suggestions?
127 weeks ago from Musicians
Milena Thomas:
Hey - I actually give voice lessons via Skype! I live in Michigan, but I have a student in Calgary. Email me if you are interested. : )
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Nico del Castillo:
@Milena: Voice lessons via Skype? That is awesome! Way to make technology work for you!
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Karen Au
Hi everyone! I'm from the Toronto area and am always interested in meeting and connecting with humanitarians. Message me! =)
Zezinho
I am not Canadian but love the country! Lived in T.O. for a short time..
127 weeks ago from Canada
Jen Deweerd Lagerwerf
anyone else from southern Ontario? Hamilton/Waterloo?
127 weeks ago from Canada
Natalie
Dear Toronto,
I miss you.
Although I can logically justify my move to the 'burbs, I'm sick & tired of gardening.
Keep in touch,
Natalie
128 weeks ago from Toronto
Karen Au:
I hear you. I grew up and still live in the 'burbs, but the city just has this energy about it that will never be replaced. w00t T.O!
123 weeks ago
123 weeks ago
Karen Au
This is something Gen Y folks will have to consider as their baby-boomer parents age, and I hate the thought of nursing homes. Thanks!
Karen Au
I love those who work in the non-profit sector. I've been there myself - it's hard. There has to be an easier way to fund projects though.
Robyn Schwartz:
Social enterprise and other uniquely generated revenue streams also make life easier; a little creativity goes a long way!
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Vanessa Alvarado:
I'm eternally grateful that I'm not the one who has to seek funding for our non-profit group.
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Karen Au
Really. Who DOESN'T love Google? =)
Anna:
I don't. I love some of the products, like Gmail or Google Docs. But ain't it a corp like any other? Like MS or Apple?
126 weeks ago
126 weeks ago
Karen Au
Indeed, thank you Cassandra for putting this group together! I would have liked to be able to say that I'm from Canada on my profile. Alas.
128 weeks ago from Canada
Karen Au
A highly inefficient city with many hidden gems =) Gotta love Toronto.
128 weeks ago from Toronto
Claire Veuthey:
but the public transportation 'system' here means a lot of areas are poorly served.. disappointing for such a big city!
121 weeks ago
121 weeks ago
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