10/10/2013

An Option for Generating Income in Taiwan (or Anywhere) : Supported Web Design

Being a trailing spouse or being stuck in one field just because you need to add to the family income but are limited due to language, nationality, or other issues, can be really frustrating.  This sounds very SPAM-like, but it just seems like a great option for many of us in Taiwan as expats. So far, I've found the owner of this company really straight-forward and easy to work with.  So, I'm putting it out there.

If you are looking for options for making money in Taiwan without teaching English, and would like to learn some new skills while making money rather than just paying out for training,  consider becoming a franchisee through independent-webdesigners.com.

Ten years ago, having a website was a luxury or a status symbol.

Now, a website is a necessity for keeping any business afloat

With our help, learn how to tap into that market, set your own prices, and realistically stay very busy earning anywhere from $30-$50/hr for work you don't even do yourself!
The reasons I am sharing this franchisee option with readers are:
  1. Having worked with this company a bit, it's not just a random company ad;
  2. I think a few readers will really benefit from the mentoring offered, and I think it's great someone might not have to go through the troubles I did when setting up my own online store;
  3. I like the idea of the 5-day free trial;
  4. The cost is not really much more than some of the courses through University, but you should be able to start making money back quickly;
  5. The idea of being mobile is really appealing, and in fact necessary, for many of us in Taiwan.

 Anyway, take a look and see if there is anything that looks good to you.


independent-webdesigners.com mentoring and franchise organization gets you on-track for a lifelong career as your own boss! It's the best solution for people who don't have time for retraining, and a sensible one for those who do!

You can start your own web design company and be open for business in just DAYS!

Top reasons to become a franchisee of independent-webdesigners.com

We show you 3 WAYS to make money as a web-design business!

  • How to generate leads, convince them to invest in their web presence, managing time investment in each client, and close sales
  • How to learn the trade while getting paid, or get paid to find other franchisees
  • Access our extensive network of designers and make passive income for the work we do for you!

#1 Support.
Even if you've gone to community college or worked on websites in the past, you're probably not prepared for getting enough clients and building a business that can support you full-time.
And why is that? It's because most people are skilled in one or more essential aspects, but it requires many more than that!
As an independent-webdesigners.com franchisee you have the ability to offload your clients either partially or completely and still make money by simply outsource their work.
Also, if you accidentally destroyed the look of a site or have another type of emergency, you have the choice of passing it to an expert to fix, or you can get them to teach you how to fix that problem in the future!

#2 Reputation.
As the world becomes more connected, it actually gets smaller. It's futile for an average Joe or Jane to try to compete with the big companies for global domination unless you're smart enough and prepared enough to make the Bill Gates' or Mark Zuckerbergs of this world look really stupid.
So what chance do we have? The weapons we have are word of mouth and local reputation. That's something that even billionaires don't have enough money to access in every community.
When you're a franchisee of independent-webdesigners.com you can offer ultra-fast turnaround times and top-notch final products, even if it's beyond the scope of your current skills.
#3 Client Transparency and Accountability.
With our simple to use billing system, your clients have the ability to go online and see how many billable hours have been used and how that time was spent. At the same time, they still have no ability to distinguish between tasks you did yourself and tasks that you outsourced to us! Even still, you will have the ability to adjust the time according to promises or quotes.
Your clients will be so impressed that they can check their status at any time that you'll be able to avoid those calls from unhappy clients that completely ruin your day, as it's all there in black and white.
After all, they're trying to run a business too!
#4 Earn While You Learn
Will you be able to build a website however you want overnight? Probably not.
But, will you be able to make money immediately if you find a client? Absolutely.
Some of you will decide that you'd rather focus on getting clients instead of learning more than the basics of web design, but that's fine.

Those who want to learn will enjoy the ability to earn income while learning at their own pace. It is such an amazing concept and opportunity!

Did you know?
You can even get consultants to call the clients of yours with complex needs and make money off the call!
#5 Your Franchise Follows You!
In the case that you need to move, whether it's to another state or another country, you get to keep your franchise and get to choose whether to outsource your old clients or keep them for yourself.

If you do choose to outsource, you still get passive income!

Four hour workweek here we come!
More exciting still is the fact that on top of you starting to earn more money, we also reward you for your success!

When you're an entry-level franchisee you get the title of 'Independent Owner-Operator', but as things go better for you can choose to make territorial exclusifity agreements on different sized regions, like southern part of your city, to county, to state!
#6 Relevant Learning Materials on the Industry's Cutting Edge
If you're new to online business, maybe you don't know about the constant changes in Google's search behavior or how the most popular new devices like Android Tablets, iPads, Windows 8, Android phone updates, or iPhones change the online marketing game.
If you're putting in 40 hrs/wk and have a family or otherwise value your spare time, it can be tough to read through the massive amount of content in the news to find what's relevant for your business.
Our conference calls, webcasts and podcasts help you cut through all the filler and leave you with enough time to live your life.

9/21/2013

2013 Halloween Family Camp at Camp Taiwan

Running for several years now, and with an excellent reputation, Camp Taiwan organises several kinds of camp for children, youth, and families. They are currently arranging a Halloween Family Camp.  Please take a look on their website for full information and to register.

 Come and enjoy Camp Taiwan’s first open Halloween Camp. Families do not need to gather a big group as with a normal family camp. Simply register each member of your family using the ‘register online’ button below. Every member of the family needs to be registered separately. Those 12 and older should choose ‘adult’ registration [Ad], kids under 12 should choose ‘child’[Ch] registration and those under five should be registered as ‘toddlers.’ [To] It is important each member of the family has his own registration so we can have the kitchen well prepared. So we can keep track of your family and keep them together in our tents, please put the family leader’s name on each registration in the ‘tent with’ section of the registration. This system is designed for summer camp registrations so please bear with us as we use it for a family camp for the first time. It will hopefully be an easy way for everyone to sign up and enjoy a nice Camp Taiwan weekend.

Friday, Oct. 25
1800 — Arrive. Guests are welcome to arrive Friday after 6 p.m. Please note, this Friday night dinner is gratis. There is no refund for those who cannot arrive Friday. If you do not think you can arrive before 9 p.m. we ask you come Saturday morning at the regular time.
1930 — Dinner. After dinner, families are free to relax in the dining area. There is no official evening program on Friday night, though camp staff will light a campfire for the families.
Saturday, Oct. 26
0730 — Breakfast. Families enjoy a western-style breakfast and sign up for the day’s activities
0900 — Activity Period 1
1030 — Activity Period 2
1200 — Lunch. After lunch there is an hour rest time. Please note, during all ‘non-activity’ periods, including meals, children are the sole responsibility of their parents. Children are not allowed to roam camp on their own. An adult must be present wherever there are children.
1400 — Activity Period 3
1530 — Activity Period 4
1700 — Rest/showers. Parents can choose to shower their children during this rest time. We have hot water 24 hours a day to suit any routine, but this rest time is when most get themselves cleaned up after a long day.
1800 — Dinner
1915 — Halloween Party/Campfire. We will have a campfire, roast S’mores and then get into our costumes. Once in our costumes, we will have games and treats for the kids and parents alike. Music, dancing and fun will last until people start to head back to their tents.
Sunday, Oct. 27
0730 — Breakfast. Families enjoy a western-style breakfast and sign up for the day’s activities
0900 — Activity Period 5
1030 — Activity Period 6
1200 — Lunch and departure.
This is open to all families who would like to join. If you have any questions, please contact our office at (02)7720-7721.
 

About Camp

Camp Taiwan is a unique English-immersion camping experience for both native speakers and learners alike. Forty-five minutes from Taipei, Camp Taiwan is nestled on 80 acres on the North Coast of Taiwan in the foothills between Jin Shan and Wan Li. The scenery at Camp is stunning. We are home to unspoiled forests, ponds, streams, mountain trails and hidden waterfalls. It is Taiwan as past generations remember it.

What We Do

We bring the traditions of North American-style camps to Asia and offer a unique camping experience to participants of all ages – from six-to-17-year-olds in our summer camps all the way up to senior executives in our popular corporate retreats. Whether you come to camp as part of a summer, school, family or corporate group, we bring the same spirit and focus to everything we do.

Our Philosophy

Camp Taiwan is a community founded on respect for self, others and nature. We give every participant an experience that encourages personal growth and inspires cultural, social and environmental awareness. In our fun, safe and supportive environment, campers are free to participate fully, make friends and have a memorable experience. We have had a successful session if each of our campers has tried something new, made friends and had fun.

9/13/2013

Children's Workshops (part of the Flora Expo Park's Design Month) Register Now!

My children are sick at home, so I don't have much time to give a complete translation of this material, but I know these things fill up really quickly so I wanted to get it out there ASAP.

Part of the Design Month at the Flora Expo Park, there are some pretty nice children's workshops coming up.
*Recommended: 8-13 year olds are accompanied by a parent. Parents, remember to sign yourselves up.
*These are free.
*If you get confirmation you are registered, you need to arrive 30 minutes before class with the confirmation letter.
*If you get one that says you are on the waiting list, go along with the paper just in case others don't turn up.
Good luck!

Link to sign up form:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1TfmrfK6fPClCXjspNSN13fuhkn96DzXclAfg8Ba2T30/viewform


【兒童組】花藝設計好好玩Flower arranging
9/28 (SAT) | 10:00-12:00 | 花博公園會議中心 | 林惠理 | 備註:建議8-13歲兒童由一位家長陪同參與,陪同的家長也請記得幫自己報名喔!
 

【兒童組】小小雕塑家--黏土創作工作營Clay
10/5 (SAT) | 10:00-12:00 | 花博公園會議中心 | 江亭諭 | 備註:建議8-13歲兒童由一位家長陪同參與,陪同的家長也請記得幫自己報名喔!
 

【兒童組】小小創意家--立體剪紙教學3D paper
10/10 (THU) | 10:00-12:00 | 花博公園會議中心 | 李庚錞 | 備註:建議8-13歲兒童由一位家長陪同參與,陪同的家長也請記得幫自己報名喔!
 

【兒童組】小小創意家--基礎剪紙工作營Paper Cutting
10/12 (SAT) | 14:00-16:00 | 花博公園會議中心 | Tim Budden (英國) | 備註:1. 建議8-13歲兒童由一位家長陪同參與,陪同的家長也請記得幫自己報名喔! 2. 本課程為英文授課,現場將有助教協助翻譯。

9/07/2013

Reading and Writing With Your Children: A Workshop Series for Parents

Would you like to learn how to support your child's literacy development at home? By popular request, I am running these three workshops once again. These workshops are for parents and caregivers, and teachers, too. Whether you are just starting out with little ones, or looking for some new ideas to use with older children, you will find something useful in this course.

The workshops are in English, but I speak Chinese and I am happy to use it in the workshops if it helps attendees understand some points better. So, don't worry that your English is not good enough. 如果想請我給中文版的訓練,請通知我 (請通知我我需要四個人才可以開班)

Times and Topics:

1. Monday, September 9th, 2013, 9:30-11:30am - Literacy Development/Reading Skills
2. Tuesday, September 10th, 2013, 1pm-3pm - Incorporating Quality Literature Into Your Child's Life
3. Monday September 16th, 2013, 9:30-11:30am - Helping Your Child Become a Writer

Cost: NTD500 per person. This includes comprehensive handouts and a few materials to take home so you can try what you learned, right away.

I will need four sign ups to open each workshop. Regular visitors and newcomers all welcome!

Please sign up and tell me which workshops you will attend. 


Address: #315 2F ChengGong Road Section 4 , Neihu

FB Page: Event: Reading and Writing

8/12/2013

Stage Time and Juice: A Place for Your Children to Learn About Creative Discovery and Expression

This Saturday, join us at the inaugural Stage Time and Juice, hosted by Red Room and Taipei City Playgroup. All families welcome.  Please encourage children to participate in the sharing of things of they love.





7/10/2013

Paying It Forward

I'm a true believer in giving a little.  Whether it is knowledge, skills, resources, or cash, each and every one of us has the ability to give something positive to those around us.  We all have moments of difficulty. Some of those moments last longer than others.  For some people, the brick wall of difficulty seems very hard to knock down.  And sometimes, all it takes is a few people to join forces and knock down the barrier to success.

A few days ago, I received a message from an old online friend, outlining her situation. Lori has helped me several times over the years, sharing her teaching knowledge so I can become a better educator.  Life has sent her a few knockbacks, but she is fighting back.

If you have benefited from my blog over the years, from the information provided here, or just enjoyed reading the posts, I ask you to take time to read about Lori and her son, and think about donating even just a dollar to her dream.  I believe she will pay it forward, as you are doing right now.  She is halfway to her goal, but has a very short time to reach it.

http://www.gofundme.com/3i2ud0

7/07/2013

[July 2013] Art workshops for children, in English, at Parents' Place in Neihu



Parents' Place is a family community center run by Angie Chang, a Canadian living in Taiwan with her three children. Angie started Parents' Place as a place where English-speaking families can meet and share experiences, as well as letting their children meet other kids in similar situations. We have children who are homeschooled, children attending local public school, children attending international schools, babies, toddlers, and children up to Junior High School age, all coming along to events.

We are excited to offer four workshops over summer! Dates: July 15th (Monday) and July 17th (Wednesday). July 22nd (Monday) and July 24th (Wednesday). Dates are tentative based on securing six students. Please sign up for the first workshop by Thursday, July 11th.

Each workshop will run for three hours, from 2pm until 5pm.

All workshops are suitable for children four (4) years and older. Workshops are all in English.

Cost is NTD1,000 per workshop. There will also be a NTD50-100 fee to cover materials each workshop.

The four workshops are independent, so you can come to one or all workshops.

Minimum of six (6) sign ups are needed to offer the workshop. Payment can be made on the day, but prepayment at Parents' Place is preferable. The teacher (Sunghee Min) is running these on good faith, so please make sure you will come to the workshop and pay before signing up.

To sign up, either email Sunghee at sungheemin@yahoo.com, send us a message on Parents' Place's FB page, or email me (Katrina) at kbtaiwan@gmail.com. Please leave a way to contact you (email/tel.)

Workshop One (Monday July 15th):

Clay modeling of a portrait head: Building an armature (inside structure to support the clay outside) using cardboard, straws, newspapers, and masking tape.

Brief picture introduction to works by professionals.
Quick demonstration of different clay tools.
Draw/write/sketch what you want finished work to look like.
Learn about basic facial anatomy.
Hollowing out the finished work and drying.


Workshop Two (Wednesday July 17th):

Clay carving and vessel building: Building containers using clay that is hard enough to hold up forms without supporting structures.
Kids will carve, engrave, make holes, stick nails, etc to finish the surface.

Workshop Three (Monday July 22nd):

Acrylic Painting on canvas: Introduction to Pointillism and the painter Georges Seurat.
Black and white drawing or painting on paper.
Discussion and planning of project for workshop 4.

Workshop Four (Wednesday July 24th):

Collaborative installation using recycled material: This will be a fun, open-possibility project.

About the teacher:
Sunghee Min is an established artist and sculptor with experience in teaching both in college and with her own children at home. To read a bit more about her and to see some of her work, go to: http://www.sungheemin.com/

About Parents' Place:
An activity center for kids, parents and parents-to-be.
2F, No. 315, Section 4, ChenGong Rd, Neihu District, 台北市內湖區成功路四段315號2F, Taipei, Taiwan 114
http://www.parentsplace.com.tw