OnlineBound with Elena Mutonono
Episodes
Sarah Morgan on teaching English meaningfully
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After burning out at her teaching job, Sarah Morgan fell into the same trap as many online teachers - too many hours for too little pay. It wasn't a s...
Mireia Ibanez on making her Catalan programs more sustainable
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After starting her business as a translator and proofreader, Mireia Ibanez has transformed her business. Now, she spends most of her time teaching and...
Sharmani Cheng on choosing to act now and not to wait
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Originally inspired by this very podcast, Sharmani Cheng now shares her own story of transformation. She hopes it will bring comfort to anyone tired o...
Elena Mutonono "SOS: I can't get new clients! HELP!"
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season 9 of OnlineBound! In the past year, life has brought big changes for me and my business - and with that change comes insight, growth...
Premium Episode 4 (A Preview) How much free stuff should I give?
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to learn more about creating free events that will help you sell your programs? Check out my most recent episode on OnlineBound Premium: https://...
Premium Episode 1 (a Preview) How to get clients
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get more actionable tips on getting your clients, regardless of algorithms, the economy and other factors that we blame for not being able to get clie...
What's OnlineBound Premium?
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Premium Podcast is only for teachers who are ready to take action, and they want specific, ongoing guidance from me. Consider this podcast as onli...
The Shop of Desires: a Parable by Yulia Minakova (transl. by Elena Mutonono)
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friends, welcome to 2025! I hope this parable inspires you to reflect on what you want to achieve and what you're willing to give to achieve your goal...
Aurelie Grihangne on shifting to teaching through voice chats in less than 1 year
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Aurelie Grihangne explains how she transformed her business in just a year. Like many teachers, she started teaching 1:1 on platforms...
Akvilė Dominyka on choosing to teach smarter when faced with a health challenge
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Akvilė describes how she made the transition from working 8-12 hours a day down to just 3-4 hours. She started feeling burned out an...
Maurice Jeths on what he gained by moving into voice-chat based teaching
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Maurice shares the transformation he's made from teaching 36 hours a week to just 24 with an asynchronous program. He's also got more...
Phil Schiller on business, improv and letting go of control
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Phil describes his business journey and how he found the focus that made him successful. After struggling for several years, he was r...
Petra Bozoradi on reducing her workload by 50% while making more
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Petra Bozoradi describes her journey to becoming a sustainable business owner. After joining the Smart Teachers Library, she was able...
Vera von Flüe on learning to sell with ease (in just a few months)
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Vera von Flüe shares how working with a coach helped her to become more efficient. By changing her mindset, she was able to get the ...
Elena Mutonono on the price we pay for the results we want
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season 8 of OnlineBound! This season, I want to talk about the price of having a successful online teaching or coaching business and why we...
How I can help you as a coach (the 2024 edition)
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Friends! I'm so grateful you're here and I believe that I can help some of you make your business a reality. Here's how we can work together: Ins...
3 steps to make your online teaching business sustainable in 1 year inside the Library
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the Smart Teacher's Library we achieve sustainability in 3 steps: By learning to teach in less time-consuming and more manageable formats. By b...
Leo Roux on the power of creating learning spaces that cater to queer language learners
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Leo Roux shares his journey as a queer language teacher. After getting his CELTA certificate and starting to work with students, he n...
Clare Whitmell on overcoming the fear of collaborations
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Clare Whitmell talks about her first experience hosting a summit. She shares her enthusiasm for collaboration and describes how she h...
Chris Pontiroli on taking action before being ready
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chris Pontiroli describes all the changes she's made since she joined the Smart Teacher's Library. After months of hesitation, she ga...
Yann Le Bouhellec on taking tiny steps towards working more sustainably
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Yann Le Bouhellec shares his journey as an online language teacher. After the first year, his calendar was full but he was looking fo...
Aude Bellezanne on giving herself permission to fail and work on her own terms
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Aude Bellezanne and I talk about the benefits of a supportive community. She shares her insights about how her mindset and approach t...
Luke Thompson on reaching 1 mln subscribers on Youtube
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm speaking with Luke Thompson who just reached a million YouTube subscribers! We talk about why he loves making content and the cha...
Oli Cooke on how to help yourself with money anxiety
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Oli Cooke shares insights about how he was able to overcome a lifetime of anxiety. By using Rapid Resolution Therapy, he has shifted ...
Elena Mutonono on the power of reflection
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season 7 of OnlineBound! This season, I'm excited to share a revelation that has become an integral part of my business. To succeed, we nee...
7 Reasons for Resistance to Move Forward in Business + Join the Library!
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our Smart Teacher's Library is now open! I invite you to join and make changes to your business this year: https://www.elenamutonono.com/smart-teacher...
Teach languages online more sustainably in 2024
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2024! Here's my tiny message to you, with some encouragement and a nudge to start moving towards building a sustainable business. First sto...
Szilvia Papp on reviving her marketing by working on her mindset
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Szilvia Papp describes how self-coaching helped her when her business hit a plateau. Despite having a successful community on Patreon...
Cara Leopold on being grateful for not quitting
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm talking with Cara Leopold about the temptation to quit her small business. She shares her thoughts on what gives her motivation w...
The Smart Teacher's Library is currently open for a short time!
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for support on your online language teaching journey? Are you building your business but finding yourself overwhelmed and overworked? ...
Nina Asseng on bringing more playfulness into launching
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Nina Asseng talks about how self-coaching helped her to recover from a disappointing first launch. She broke free of her negativity a...
Masha Honcharova on taking action after years of thinking about action
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm talking with Masha Honcharova about how to move beyond ideas into taking action. She shares her transformation and describes her ...
Estefania Fernandez on shifting her mindset around money
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Estefania Fernandez talks about how she was able to change her money mindset. This allowed her to raise her prices and adjust her bel...
Talita Nakagawa Rochetti on cutting through overwhelm and getting clarity
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Talita Nakagawa Rochetti describes how self-coaching helped her gain clarity. She went from feeling distracted and overwhelmed to bec...
Clare Whitmell on what to do when nothing works (after years in business)
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm speaking with Clare Whitmell, an online English teacher specializing in fluency. She tells the story of how she changed her minds...
Claudia Alvarez Calderon on taking tiny steps towards big dreams
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest for this episode is Claudia Alvarez Calderon, an online teacher of Italian and Spanish. She shares her insights on how her confidence has gro...
The Smart Teacher's Library and my thoughts on sustainability
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Friends! The Smart Teacher's Library is now open, and I hope you join us this time. There's a lot of materials to access, but I'm most excited ...
Season 6 Trailer
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
OnlineBound is a podcast for online language teachers and coaches who are tired of cramming more client hours into their day and look for ways to grow...
What it means "to make an offer."
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this (final) episode of my mini-series on sales, I talk about the importance of making offers, why posting on social media doesn't qualify as "maki...
Why it's hard for online language teachers to sell on social media or through content
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode you'll hear about selling on social media and through your other channel: podcast, blog, Youtube channel, etc. I break down the proces...
You can't opt out of sales when you teach online
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about my love-hate relationship with sales as an online language teacher. I resented sales for the longest time, which is why s...
Maritza Parra on shifting your mindset to get new results
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Maritza Parra talks about the power of thoughts and how they shape our reality. She describes how strategies aren't enough if your th...
Quick announcement: Asynchronous Program in a Box
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check it out here: https://elenamutonono.podia.com/10-summer-program-templates
Tiffani Clairborne on creating engaging and life-changing content
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm talking with Tiffani Clairborne, founder of Speak English with Tiffani. She describes how she built a successful YouTube channel ...
Tatiana Klimova on turning her podcast into a successful paid community
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest for this episode is Tatiana Klimova, founder of Russian Podcast and the Russian Dacha Community. She describes how she grew this project from...
Annemarie Fowler on showing her face and sharing her work online
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm talking with Annemarie Fowler, the founder of Speak Confident English. She shares her journey in building her own confidence as a...
Vanessa on balancing motherhood and business
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest for this episode is Vanessa, from Speak English with Vanessa. Listen as we share our ideas about how to keep a healthy balance between mother...
Olly Richards on storytelling and mindset shifts in business - Part 2
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this interview with Olly Richards, we continue talking about the relationship we have with money as business owners and the anxi...
Olly Richards on storytelling and mindset shifts in business - Part 1
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm speaking with Olly Richards, the founder of StoryLearning. In this first half of our interview, we discuss the importance of stor...
Elena Mutonono on the 1 condition of a successful launch
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season 5 of OnlineBound! I'm very inspired to share this new season with you because my guests are all online educators, and mostly languag...
Season 5 Trailer
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
OnlineBound is a podcast for online language teachers and coaches who are tired of cramming more client hours into their day and look for ways to gr...
Burnout is optional
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm sharing some reflections on burnout. I talk about my own experiences and what I realized about burnout at the end of last year. I...
By now my business "should"
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I share my thoughts on how to remove the word "should" from your thoughts and reframe it with something more empowering. You'll hea...
Waiting for the right time
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For full description, links and the transcript go to www.elenamutonono.com/podcast In this episode I share my thoughts on the idea of time, how we tre...
The yes, but first thought loop
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to convince ourselves that we're not quite ready to try something new, and that we need to do something familiar first. In reality, this is...
The all-or-nothing thought pattern and its impact on the way we run a business
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check the episode page for notes and links: https://www.elenamutonono.com/2023/01/12/shift-your-thoughts/ In this first episode of Between the Season...
Marija Dobrovolska on what happens when you (almost) shut down your business
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check the episode page for notes and links: https://www.elenamutonono.com/2022/12/22/shut-down-business/ In this episode I'm speaking with Marija Dobr...
Benny Lewis on his mental health struggles.
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I'm speaking with Benny Lewis, aka the Irish Polyglot and the founder of Fluent in 3 Months. Benny opens up about his mental health st...
Marlen McNally on the difference between coaching and teaching
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm speaking with Marlene McNally, a life coach and a mentor who shares how teaching is different from coaching and what coaching invo...
Gayle Macdonald on giving yourself permission to change your niche
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'm speaking with Gayle Macdonald, a transformational sobriety coach at Sober Bliss, about changing her niche. I first met Gayle in on...
Ben Fox on self-publishing and promoting your book.
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today is Ben Fox, the founder of Shepherd.Com -- a website that helps you find what to read next. Ben talks about the concept behind his proj...
Eric Turnnessen on personal growth when running a business
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Eric Turnnessen, the founder of a software company Membermouse, a musician, a coach and a teacher, among many things. Eri...
Lucy Simkins on unlearning to please everyone on Youtube
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I'm speaking with Lucy Simkins, the owner of the English with Lucy Youtube Channel, about the danger we face when we show up online --...
Elena Mutonono reflecting on 5 years of running an online community
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season 4 of OnlineBound! In this episode I reflect on the last 5 years of running an online community for language teachers. The experience...
Sasha Maslov on visual storytelling, creative flow and mental health.
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All podcast notes are here: www.elenamutonono.com/podcast Check for more information and extra links. In this interview I'm speaking with Sasha Maslov...
Lindsay Williams on changing your mindset when you teach online
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All podcast notes are found here: www.elenamutonono.com/podcast In this episode I'm speaking with Lindsay Williams about changing her mindset from a l...
James Martin on sharing your work even if it feels not good enough
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
More detailed notes and links are available at: www.elenamutnono.com/podcast In this interview with James Martin, we talk about the source of joy and ...
Shena Lashey on not dimming your light when you share your work with the world
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena Mutonono talks to Shena Lashey. You'll learn about the phenomenon of dimming your light when you share your work with the world...
Kerstin Cable on podcasting as a tool for self-discovery, creativity and connection building
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena Mutonono interviews Kerstin Cable about the power of podcasting for online language teachers. Kerstin, who has been podcastin...
Sarah Morgan on mental health challenges when you're working online
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Elena Mutonono interviews Sarah Morgan. You'll learn some practical tips on preventing and dealing with mental health challenges when...
Henneke Duistermaat on how blogging for 1 person helps you build relationships with larger communities
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Henneke Duistermaat, you'll learn what you always wanted to know about blogging for business but were afraid to ask: Is bloggin...
Elena Mutonono on how to go through the hard times
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are jumpstarting a new season of the Online Bound podcast with a solo episode about going through the hard times. Because toxic positivity stories ...
On freedom and responsibility when we teach online
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode of this season of OnlineBound, I talk to Veronika Palovska, a brand strategist and my business partner in crime. We dive into the ...
How to embrace risk and uncertainty when you run a coaching business
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My today's guest is Marlene McNally, a life coach who helps successful women to drop the stories that still hold them back so they can live bold, unap...
How to accept the change, say no, and stay connected to yourself
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm joined by Marloes De Vries, a visual artist, writer, and illustrator. We talk about navigating change as a business owner or free...
How to show up online authentically and creatively to build connections
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm speaking with Michael Nelder, a writer, spoken-word artist, and TEDx speaker. We talk about how to show up online authentically a...
How to identify work addiction and achieve a healthy life-work balance
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, I'm speaking with my therapist, Laura Bishop. We talk about the fine line between work passion and addiction, giving yourself...
Clara Starr on sleep, creativity and self-care for online teachers
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm joined by Clara Starr, the creator of the Your Sleep Guru podcast, to talk about sleep, creativity, and self-care. Clara's work has helped m...
Building systems into your business to work more efficiently and profitably
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk to Natasha Vorompiova, the founder of Systemsrock and the person who helped me transform my business by creating better system...
Elena Mutonono on sustainability of your online teaching business
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of the second season of OnlineBound, I talk about what it actually means to work in a sustainable way as an online teacher. Tune ...
OnlineBound Season 2 Trailer
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Online Bound is a podcast for online language teachers. In season two, we'll dig deeper into the topics of growth mindset, sustainability, creativity,...
Jason Levine: Before and after going viral
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of this season, I'm speaking with an English teacher and teacher trainer Jason Levin, also known as Fluency MC. Jason's unique ap...
Marlene McNally: How to overcome the limits of your mindset when you run a business online
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My today's guest is Marlene McNally, a life coach who helps successful women to drop the stories that still hold them back so they can live bold, unap...
How to overcome the crisis of underfunctioning when you work online
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk to a brand strategist (and my business partner) Veronika Palovska. This time, we don't talk business, but get into a topic tha...
Alexandra Franzen: How to market with integrity and courage when you work online
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My today's guest is a writer, consultant, and entrepreneur Alexandra Franzen. We share personal stories about the nuances of business failure (and h...
How to shift your mindset and gain clarity for your work online with Darius Foroux
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to listen to my conversation with Darius Foroux, an author of 7 books, 6 online courses, and a blog that gets read by 500,000 people every mon...
How to build momentum with smaller numbers with Meera Kothand
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Meera Kothand, an email marketing strategist and best-selling author, is sharing her thoughts on running a healthy, sustainable, a...
How to describe your product or service on your website
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of OnlineBound, I talk to Gill Andrews, a conversion copywriter and web consultant. She takes us behind the scenes of her business and...
Elena Mutonono on smart online teaching
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of OnlineBound, I talk about the mission of this podcast (and my whole business): Helping online teachers work smarter and have ...
OnlineBound Trailer
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
OnlineBound is a podcast for online language teachers and coaches who are tired of cramming more client hours into their day and look for ways to grow...