Globalization has made the world a much smaller place. Finding a place on the global stage is now a matter of survival for many companies. Broadening horizons means a meeting of cultures and this is where potential pitfalls arise. Understanding the complexities of cultural beliefs can be daunting, but it is still a necessary part of the process for success.
For individuals who wish to learn English, the ability to do so may initially seem to like a near unattainable goal. This is largely due to the some of the numerous challenges that are presented when we set our sights on becoming bilingual.
Teacher: an educator, a coach, an instructor but also a friend, a therapist, a walking encyclopedia (or walking grammar book in case of ESL). We do it all and we almost have it all. Money, not really- but who needs money when you have friends around the world you can visit any time – no need to pay for a hotel or tour guide. Good deal, you think? Why not try to be an ESL teacher and save on traveling expenses or even better yet, limit your choice to one country, and spend a year or two there being paid for speaking your mother tongue.