In this quick update video, I’m talking about what happened overnight with Whales English around pay and what’s going on with parents. When things change suddenly like this, it can really throw your week off as an online teacher, so I wanted to get the information out fast and keep it practical. I focus on what these updates could mean day-to-day for teachers who are still working with the company or keeping an eye on it. I also share the bigger takeaway I’ve learned from years in online ESL: companies can pivot quickly, and it’s usually teachers who feel the impact first. So I’m looking at this update through that lens—how to protect your income, how to think about parent-related shifts, and why it’s smart to stay flexible and keep your options open. If you’re currently teaching online (or planning to), this is one of those reminders to stay informed, diversify where you work, and not rely on any one platform for stability.