In this video I dig into what I’m calling the Paul Farrell story—basically a case study in how NOT to show up as an online ESL teacher. I talk about the reports and the online trail around Paul, including the disturbing classroom incident that reportedly got him fired, and the wider background that’s been floating around online (including the Taiwan prison time and the “Taiwan” forehead tattoo). I also point you to the China news clip I referenced so you can see what’s being said for yourself. But I’m not just here for the drama. I use this story to talk about professionalism and safety in online teaching—because when teachers act wild, it doesn’t just hurt one company; it hurts the whole industry and makes it harder for legit teachers to get hired and trusted. My takeaway is simple: treat this like a real job, protect students, protect your reputation, and build something sustainable. If you want to do online teaching the right way—either through platforms or by going independent—I also share where you can learn with me and the tools I recommend to build a flexible teaching business from home.