Manila, Philippines – 51Talk, together with their new
Philippine brand ambassador, Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach, held its
first-ever live stream interview via Facebook after hundreds of aspiring online
English teachers signed-up to get a chance to be part of the show. The live
stream is part of 51Talk’s campaign to invite qualified Filipinos who are
interested to take advantage of the 30,000 home-based online teaching
opportunities offered by 51Talk where people can teach, learn and most
importantly – earn.
Listed in the New York Stock Exchange, 51Talk is the leading
online English education platform that connects thousands of Filipino teachers
to foreign English language learners via an interactive virtual classroom.
More than 70,000 viewers tuned in and joined the fun and
inspiring live stream which allowed them to learn more about the teach at home
opportunity and acquainted them with the application process that can be
completed in as fast as three days. Pia interviewed nine pre-selected
candidates from different backgrounds who shared their heartwarming stories on
how they found hope in 51Talk after losing their jobs or livelihood.
Pia Wurtzbach interviews candidates
who wish to be part of online English platform 51Talk. The live stream, with
hints of a reality and talent show, aims to attract 30,000 new online English
teachers to join the platform.
Several of the candidates expressed how the pandemic has affected their current livelihood, especially those who belong to the travel and events industries.
Paula, a professional dancer and instructor who has been performing and teaching for 14 years, had a lot of her events and classes cancelled due to COVID-19. She came across the 51Talk online teaching opportunity and decided to give it a shot since she has teaching experience.
“I want to be able to translate my teaching skills from dance
and performance arts into teaching English. I just love sharing what I know and
see my students grow into the best versions of themselves,” shared Paula.
Trina, a professional events
host, found herself in the same boat as a lot of her hosting gigs were
cancelled or postponed indefinitely.
“While the situation we
are in can be very disheartening, I decided to try out as a 51Talk teacher and
I’m happy that I made it to this fun interview with no less than Miss
Universe Pia Wurtzbach!” exclaimed
Trina. Trina gave the viewers a taste of her fun, entertaining energy as she
sang songs both in English and Chinese
Pearl, another one of the
candidates, candidly shared how the past few months have been very tough for
those in the travel industry. She was about to return as a flight attendant
after her maternity leave but her retraining was put on hold as travel
restrictions are still in place. Having no income, Pearl said she had to find a
stable and sustainable livelihood that would allow her to help her husband,
especially now that they have their first child.
“When I learned about the
opportunity in 51Talk, it gave me hope and made me revisit my childhood dream
of becoming an educator,” shared Pearl. “Even if I don’t have any teaching
experience, I didn’t hesitate to sign-up. I borrowed my sister’s laptop just so
I could apply. I’m very excited to start teaching in 51Talk.”
According to 51Talk teacher Angelo Lex who co-hosted the
show, being an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher is very profitable as
he gets to earn at the comfort and safety of his own home in his preferred
schedule. He also shared his excitement when he learned of the platform’s
recent announcement about the 20 million pesos incentive program exclusively
for 51Talk teachers this month.
Pia felt ecstatic and
inspired since this is her first stint in interviewing candidates online. “It’s
a humbling experience to interview such incredible candidates from all walks of
life, to hear their unique stories and to witness how talented and passionate
they all are,” shared Pia.
Towards the end of the
show, Pia said she was moved after hearing the story of one of the candidates,
Pearl, the flight attendant who borrowed her sister’s laptop just so she could
sign-up to be a teacher at 51Talk. Pia surprised everyone as she decided to
personally give Pearl
a laptop to help her get started in her online teaching career.
“We see your hard work and
we’re very sorry for what you’re going through as a young mom. I find you very
engaging and who has so much potential,” said Pia.
“It’s such an honor to
represent 51Talk as their brand ambassador and to be able to connect to
thousands of Filipinos through this live stream. I hope it inspired them and
gave them joy.”
Pia considers empowering Filipinos as her top advocacy, now
more than ever when thousands of Filipinos have lost their livelihood due to
the pandemic.
“I am encouraging all
qualified individuals to sign-up and to seize this wonderful livelihood
opportunity. See you in our next live stream!” exclaimed Pia.
Next month, 51Talk will be
doing another round of interviews with a new set of candidates via their
official Facebook page. To get a chance to be interviewed, showcase your
talent, and have a #DateWithPiaAt51Talk, sign-up via 51Talk’s website at
www.51Talk.ph.
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