MeetTzuying, one of Senior Planets newest trainers, who teaches virtual programs in both Mandarin and English.Tzuyingmovedto the United Statesfrom Taiwansix years agoand in theinterimhasworkedas a Mandarin teacher.Now,sheslivingin Denver,Coloradowith her husband, enjoying the sun,and starting a new path as a technology trainer!Whatmade you want to become a technology trainer?It wassuper intriguing.Idneverlookedintothe olderadultindustry before.ButI feel likeitisa perfect match becausemy mom retired this year.She wasanITprofessional,whileIhadnothing todo withtechnology before.So being able tolearn something abouttechnologyandshare that withhermakes me excited.Your favorite parts about the job so far?I love it so much,in alldifferent aspects.Ifeel like Ihavemade so many meaningful connections,eventhoughitscompletely online.I expected peopleto cometo class because theywanted to learn.
But manytimes, especially in AI courses, they came with fearor because theyfeelstupid.So being able to letparticipantsfeelmorecomfortableonlinemakes mefeelvery nice.Itslike they have the ability, but theydontknow that.What are your hobbies outside of work?My hobbies are all about patience.I love needle felting (at left), and I love doing all different types of arts and crafts related things.I still make handmade birthday cards for my friends and family.
Doyou have a favorite class to teach?You know,I think itgoes back to my zodiac sign.Ima Libra.Imvery fair I love all my classes!What doesagingwith attitude mean to you?Igeta lot of inspiration from my mom.Itsabout feeling proud about getting older and knowing your own value andstrength.Pam Hugi is Senior Planets Community and Advocacy Manager.Based in Brooklyn, she is a contributing writer for this site.
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