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The Teacher Biz Podcast107: The Simple Hack for Answering Tricky EmailsEver received a customer email that left you staring at the screen, completely stumped on how to respond? As the owner of two businesses, Heather knows that feeling all too well! In this episode, she shares her simple hack for handling those tricky emails with ease, including how she uses ChatGPT to craft replies in minutes. You’ll hear how she collaborates with her team to stay on top of her inbox, why setting clear communication boundaries makes a big difference, and how screenshots + AI = a total game-changer. Plus, Heather shares how she uses ChatGPT beyond email, like outlining sa...2025-06-2410 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast106: Inside the Digital Products That Sell Summit (Heather’s Honest Recap!)Get the full (and honest) recap of the Digital Products That Sell Summit. Heather takes you behind the scenes of planning and hosting the summit, sharing what went smoothly, what she would do differently, and the lessons she learned along the way. From coordinating speaker schedules and promoting to multiple audiences to creating a seamless experience for everyone, Heather shares what it is really like to host a large online event. She also gets real about juggling business and everyday life, including preschool graduation, room mom duties, and all the things that do not pause for a big launch...2025-06-1723 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast105: Launch Your First Membership the Easy WayMEMBERSHIP MENTORSHIPJoin Now! → teacherbiz.com/yesThinking about starting a membership? This episode is your sign to go for it! Heather shares how to build a simple, sustainable membership that brings in recurring income without the burnout. She walks you through her go-to strategy and the three things every membership needs: simplicity, value, and room to grow. You’ll also hear about Heather’s brand-new four-week program where she’ll walk you through creating and launching your own membership, step by step. There’s even a special...2025-06-1032 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast100: The Power of Podcasting for Online Business (Celebrating 100 Episodes!)We made it - 100 episodes! In this milestone celebration, Heather pulls back the curtain on the journey of building The Teacher Biz Podcast. From pushing past nerves about her voice to interviewing powerhouse guests like Amy Porterfield, Ruth Soukup, and Erin Leonard, she shares how the podcast became the heartbeat of her second business, Teacher Biz.You’ll hear the benefits (and sometimes challenges) of podcasting, how it creates intimate connections with listeners, and what Heather’s learned after hitting record 100 times. If you’ve been thinking about launching a podcast, this episode is your s...2025-05-0618 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast99: The Real Reason You Should Be Creating ContentPosting just to post? Let’s fix that! In this episode, Heather explains why content isn’t just about churning out posts or chasing ad dollars. You’ll learn the real role content plays in your business (hint: it’s marketing, not the product), why building an email list is essential, and how platforms like podcasting can help you create deeper, lasting relationships with your audience. Plus, Heather shares simple action steps to help you stop spinning your wheels and start using your content to actually grow and convert. Whether you’re just starting out or feeling a little stuck, thi...2025-04-2916 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast98: The Best and Worst Ways to Monetize Your Online BusinessWhat are your options when it comes to making money in your online business? Heather breaks down five popular monetization methods and gets real about what works (and what doesn’t!). From the unpredictability of ad revenue and sponsorships to the limitations of one-on-one services, she shares the hard-earned lessons she’s learned on her journey. Most importantly, she reveals the #1 monetization method that offers sustainable, scalable income while allowing you to do meaningful work you love.You’ll also get a sneak peek at Heather’s upcoming free event, the Digital Products That Sell Sum...2025-04-2227 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast97: Finding Business Friends and Creating a Mastermind GroupHaving supportive online business friends is your secret weapon for success! In this episode, Heather shares how starting a mastermind group with like-minded entrepreneurs completely transformed her business. You'll learn a simple four-step process to build your own circle of business friends who bring the accountability, motivation, and encouragement you need to thrive. Stop trying to do it all alone! Tune in and discover how the right connections can be the turning point in your teacher biz journey.Key Takeaways:(04:00) Creating a mastermind group(06:00) How to identify potential...2025-04-1516 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast96: The Best Way to Sell Digital Products (Hint: It’s Not a Shop!)Thinking of launching an online shop for your digital products? Listen to this episode first! Heather shares why she rarely uses her Shopify store, Kindergarten Ready Shop, and the smarter, more profitable strategy she uses instead. Hear why she moved away from the “sell everything” approach and how focusing on just one product with a dedicated sales page completely transformed her results. If you’ve been overwhelmed trying to sell all the things, this episode will show you a better approach - one that’s streamlined, sustainable, and actually converts. Heather also shares her favorite tips for creating sales pages, u...2025-04-0818 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast95: How to Show Up on Video with ConfidenceShowing up on video can feel terrifying, but what if it’s the missing piece to growing your business? In this episode, Heather shares her own struggles with video and how she finally pushed past the fear. She also shares why video is one of the most powerful tools for connection, trust-building, and business growth - plus, simple ways to ease into it without overwhelm. Whether you're starting with Instagram Stories, practicing behind the scenes, or perfecting your setup, you’ll walk away with tips to make video feel natural (and even fun!). Hit play now and start showing up w...2025-04-0120 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast93: The Truth About Free Content: Why It’s Holding Your Business BackENROLL NOW! TEACHER BIZ BLUEPRINT → teacherbiz.com/joinRelying on free resources to build a business is one of the biggest mistakes new entrepreneurs make. In this episode, Heather breaks down why free content only scratches the surface and is often designed to lead you toward paid offers. The real breakthroughs happen when you invest in the right mentor and follow a proven strategy. Tune in to learn how structured learning can fast-track your success, help you avoid common pitfalls, and set you up for a business that aligns with your goals.2025-03-1816 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast91: Last Chance! Join the Free Teacher Biz Challenge Now!JOIN THE FREE PLAN YOUR TEACHER BIZ CHALLENGE NOW!If you’ve been thinking about making extra money (or even replacing your full-time teaching income), this episode is for you! Now is the perfect time to take your teaching skills online and create a business with more freedom, flexibility, and way less stress than the classroom. Join Heather in the FREE "Plan Your Teacher Biz Challenge" - a fun, step-by-step way to find your business idea, attract the right audience, and choose a business name that actually works. Wi...2025-03-0410 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast90: Struggling with Facebook Ads? Here’s How to Fix It! (Live Coaching Session)Thinking about running Meta ads (Facebook and Instagram) but feeling overwhelmed by all the moving parts? You’re not alone! In this episode, Heather continues her chat with Jacqueline Ackerman to break down the challenges of Meta ads and how to navigate them successfully. Jacqueline shares her past struggles with tech glitches and outsourcing mishaps, while Heather offers practical tips on budgeting, targeting, and setting up your ads for success. Plus, they dive into why testing organically before investing in ads can make all the difference. Whether you're new to Meta ads or looking to fine-tune your strategy, this ep...2025-02-2519 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast88: How to Build an Organic Content Machine in 2025Heather shares her proven strategy for attracting customers without paid ads—perfect for those looking to grow their business organically! This episode breaks down how to leverage a blog, podcast, video show, and social media to build a loyal audience, turn viewers into email subscribers, and create content that keeps them coming back. Heather explains the importance of consistency, strategic calls to action, and tools like ManyChat to convert engagement into real business growth. If you’re ready to refine your content strategy and attract ideal customers, don’t miss this episode!K...2025-02-1114 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast87: Is a Teacher Biz Right for You?Heather dives into the concept of a Teacher Biz—what it is, who it’s for, and how you can leverage your unique skills to create an online business. Despite the name, a teacher biz isn't just for traditional educators. Whether you're a homeschooling parent, tutor, student, or simply someone with expertise to share, this model provides a pathway to building an impactful business. Heather covers audience targeting, leveraging digital products for passive income, and shares resources to help you on your journey, including the Teacher Biz Starter Guide and mini-course, Teacher Biz Basics. Tune in to learn how you...2025-02-0410 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast85: Tech Crisis Part 2: Overcoming Website Issues and Launch SetbacksTechnology, while great in many ways, can quickly turn into a nightmare when things go south. As someone who's recently weathered a tech storm (listen to Episode 84 for all the details!), Heather understands the frustrations and helplessness that accompany such challenges. In this follow-up episode, she gives an update on the recent website crash that occurred during an important launch. She recounts the steps taken to fix the issue, including utilizing Google Search Console and seeking help from tech expert, iMark Interactive. Despite the frustration and repeated setbacks, Heather emphasizes her commitment to her business and shares plans for...2025-01-2111 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast84: Managing an Unexpected Tech Crisis as a Small Business OwnerYou won't believe this tech drama! – from launch day excitement to Google flagging the Kindergarten Ready website as dangerous. Heather takes you behind the scenes of a real-time tech crisis that struck during the membership launch (one of the biggest of the year) of Kindergarten Ready Club. She shares how her website was unexpectedly flagged for phishing, detailing the disruption it caused to her operations and the steps she took to troubleshoot, including involving tech support and communicating with her audience. Tune in to hear all the details of how she is dealing with the issue and what her pl...2025-01-1415 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast83: How to Get Work Done with Kids at HomeAs a mom of two kids, Heather understands the chaos and demands of working from home while caring for little ones. In this episode, she shares her go-to strategies that have helped her build a thriving business during the small pockets of time available in her day. She dives into tips for managing your time, like creating a prioritized task list, limiting distractions, and using time-blocking strategies that match your energy levels. She also shares her favorite kid-friendly ideas (sensory bins, crafting, and more!) to keep little ones entertained while you tackle your to-do list. If you’re wondering if...2025-01-0715 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast82: 6 Questions to Help You Crush Your 2025 Business GoalsReady to make 2025 the year your business dreams finally become reality? In this episode, Heather guides you through six simple but powerful questions to help you nail down your business goals for the new year. She talks about setting realistic goals, getting clear on your finances, and planning launches that don’t stress you out. Plus, learn why it’s so important to prepare for potential setbacks (because life happens!) with a solid backup strategy, and identify the next steps for scaling your business. Grab a notebook, hit play, and get ready to make 2025 your best year yet!2024-12-3114 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast81: How to Take a Stress-Free Vacation from Your Online BusinessEver feel like taking a vacation from your business is more stressful than staying home? Let’s fix that! In this episode, Heather discusses how to actually enjoy a vacation without worrying about your business falling apart while you’re gone. She shares real-life tips to help you plan ahead, batch your work, and set up systems like automated email responses so you can truly relax. You’ll get advice on managing sales and customer service before you head out and why taking time to refresh is so important. Plus, there’s a little holiday cheer and encouragement to prioriti...2024-12-2409 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast80: Navigating Slow Seasons in Your BusinessLet’s be honest - when sales slow down, it can feel super stressful, especially when you’re just starting out. But guess what? It happens to everyone. In this episode, Heather opens up about the slow seasons in her own business and how she’s learned to roll with them. She talks about spotting patterns in your sales, figuring out what your customers actually need during these times, and coming up with ways to still show up and provide value. She also shares simple tips for staying engaged with your audience and planning ahead for when things pick back u...2024-12-1712 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast79: Hiring Your First Team Member: When, Who, and HowIf you want a thriving, growing business, hiring help is inevitable. You can’t do it all—and you don’t have to! But making that first hire can feel overwhelming and a little scary. In this episode, Heather dives into everything you need to know about taking that big step. She discusses who your first hire should be, when the right time is to bring them on, and how to approach the process with confidence. Whether you're feeling nervous about the responsibility or just unsure where to start, this episode will help you navigate the path to building your d...2024-12-1017 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast78: The Secret to Saving Time in Your BusinessHeather reveals her secret weapon for saving time and boosting efficiency in her business: templates! Learn how creating templates in tools like Canva and Lead Pages can simplify your workflow, save time and energy, and ensure brand consistency. Plus, get tips on creating, customizing, and duplicating templates for future use, helping you cut down on tedious tasks and maintain a streamlined process. If you're looking to save time and stay organized, this episode is a must-listen!Key Takeaways:(01:55) Saving time and energy with templates(03:00) Creating graphic templates in...2024-12-0312 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast77: Say It, Don’t Schedule It! The Best (FREE) Business Communication ToolTired of juggling schedules for Zoom calls or struggling with impersonal text messages? This episode is your guide to simplifying business communication! Heather dives into her go-to tool for staying connected: Voxer, a walkie-talkie-style voice messaging app. Learn how this app enables you to share your thoughts verbally with a personal touch that texting just can't deliver. Discover the flexibility of Voxer, its ability to streamline interactions, and how it’s a perfect fit for remote team management. Heather also explains how the app has been pivotal for overcoming the challenge of disliking her recorded voice. Tune in to he...2024-11-2611 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast76: When a Launch Doesn’t Go as Planned (TBB Launch Recap)Heather gets real about a topic that’s often avoided in the world of online business - failure. After experiencing a recent launch of Teacher Biz Blueprint that didn’t go as planned, she breaks down what happened, and several factors she believes contributed, such as timing, holidays, and economic conditions. Heather also gives strategies for future success, including tiered pricing models and smarter planning. Her message is clear: a bad launch isn’t the end of your business. It’s a valuable opportunity to learn, pivot, and move forward with greater clarity!Key Take...2024-11-1916 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast75: 5 Tips for a Successful Black Friday PromotionWith Black Friday just around the corner, Heather dives into five tips for running a successful Black Friday promotion. If you've been hesitating or unclear about how to approach this big sales day, don’t worry - this episode will give you the insights you need to create an effective strategy. Heather explains why starting your promotions early helps to build momentum, and how adding a bit of urgency can nudge customers to buy sooner. She suggests sending more frequent emails to stand out from the crowd and using storytelling to make a memorable impact. She also highlights email ma...2024-11-1213 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast74: High Converting Launch Strategy for Small AudiencesHeather dives into a quick and easy high-converting launch strategy that’s perfect for those with smaller audiences. She talks about using one-on-one video replies with Loom to connect with potential customers in a more personal way. Instead of the usual automated responses, Heather’s approach lets you answer questions directly, face-to-face, making it easier to build trust and boost conversions. She breaks down the steps to make this work and explains why showing up as a real person (rather than just a brand) can make all the difference in your launch. Perfect for anyone looking to add a pers...2024-11-0511 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast73: Teacher Biz Blueprint Insights from a Student's Perspective with Maria GoldenMaria Golden is an educator, reading specialist, and mother of three young children. After years of teaching young readers and writers, she noticed a strong need for developing early literacy skills during the early childhood years. After becoming a stay-at-home mom, she still felt a strong pull towards working with young learners. While shuffling between diaper changes, naps, and play dates, she built a small business called Growing in Literacy, where she educates and empowers parents of young children in the development of early reading and writing skills. But, instead of using traditional worksheets and flashcards, she focuses on...2024-10-2925 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast72: Planning Your Teacher Biz: Make These 3 Decisions First!Starting a business without a plan is like throwing spaghetti at the wall to see what sticks—and that’s exactly what we want to avoid. In this episode, Heather walks through the three critical decisions you need to make before launching your teacher biz. With a solid plan in place, you’ll avoid the hamster wheel of trial and error and set yourself up for real progress. If you’re ready to put in the work and follow through, this episode will help you get started on the right foot and build the foundation for long-term success. Let’s dive in...2024-10-2210 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast71: Using TPT as an Easy List Building StrategyAlready have a Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) store? Tune in to learn how you can use it to build your email list! While she advises against relying solely on TPT for selling products, Heather shares a quick, easy-to-implement strategy for utilizing your existing TPT store to offer free resources instead of paid ones. Why? Because it gives you a unique opportunity to attract potential customers and guide them to your email list, setting the stage for long-term engagement. Also hear why Heather recommends against selling paid products on TPT and instead focuses on using her own website to maximize...2024-10-1512 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast70: Final Numbers Revealed: The Engaging Early Learning SummitHeather shares an in-depth look at the financial outcomes and experiences from hosting her first virtual summit - The Engaging Early Learning Summit. While her goal was to hit 10,000 sign-ups, she ended up with 5,233 (and learned some valuable lessons along the way!). Hear what worked, what didn’t (like those tricky Facebook ads), and how she still managed to make a profit of $4,743. Beyond the financials, she talks about the bigger wins, including collaborating with other business owners and gaining 3,000 new email subscribers. If you’re thinking about hosting a summit to boost your own business, you’ll want to tun...2024-10-0817 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast69: BTS of Running a Virtual SummitThe Engaging Early Learning Summit is officially underway! Get behind-the-scenes insight as Heather shares her experiences of launching her very first virtual summit. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of organizing the event, the strategies she used to attract speakers and attendees, and the benefits the summit brings to her business and community. She also explains why hosting a summit can be an excellent strategy for growing an email list, especially for newer businesses, and highlights the value of offering a free ticket option. Is a virtual summit right for your business? Tune in to learn more!2024-10-0120 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast68: Gaining the Confidence to Host a Live WebinarCurious if Amy Porterfield’s online course, Digital Course Academy, is the next step for your business? Heather shares her reasoning for joining DCA (to overcome her fear of webinars!) and how it gave her the confidence to go from scared to making $24K from one launch! Learn the benefits of using webinars as an advanced sales strategy, the comfort of having step-by-step guidance from DCA, and the substantial revenue growth Heather achieved by implementing Amy's techniques. If the idea of showing up live on camera sounds scary, DCA can help! Hit play to learn more, and take action be...2024-09-2415 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast67: The Free & Simple Strategy to Grow Your Email ListHeather introduces a simple, free, and effective strategy for building an email list that doesn't require paid ads or extensive content creation. This tactic focuses on leveraging the power of networking within the online business space to exchange freebies with like-minded business owners. Learn how the freebie swap works and how to go about finding your freebie swap partner. Whether your email list consists of just 100 subscribers or 1,000+ subscribers, this approach can be beneficial not only for gaining more subscribers but also for fostering supportive business relationships. Tune in to discover the full potential of the freebie swap strategy!2024-09-1712 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast66: How to Guarantee Your Digital Course Will SellImagine spending months creating a digital course, only to see it sit with zero sales. This can be disappointing and financially draining. The good news is that there's a smarter way to go about it! Heather shares a strategy to ensure that your digital course has customers before you create it, by pre-selling the course. The process involves outlining the course content, creating a sales page, and selling the course based on the promise of a live, interactive experience. Listen now and get started on your course creation journey today!Join Amy Porterfield’s...2024-09-1018 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast65: Business Branding 101 with Tracey AlbrechtTracey Albrecht started Soapbox Studio in 1997 to offer high-quality graphic design services to the local community businesses in a physical studio in the suburbs of Chicago. Today, any business owner, regardless of location, can access their high-quality graphic design services. The small but highly skilled team, with a combined experience of 50 years, is adept at design, color, and creativity, ensuring that your design needs are in capable hands. Tracey chats about the key parts of nailing your business branding, like picking out a logo, deciding on fonts, and making sure everything looks professional. She a...2024-09-0330 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast64: What to Focus On When Just Getting Started In Your BusinessHeather addresses a common mistake that many new online business owners make - the mismanagement of their time. They end up running in circles, trying to do all of the things they don't even need to be doing yet. Don’t let this be you! In this episode, Heather outlines a step-by-step strategy for effectively managing time in the early stages of business (and it’s not on social media!). From creating a product and setting up a sales page to gradually growing an email list, she breaks down EXACTLY what to focus on to set yourself up for succ...2024-08-2720 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast63: How to Take a Sick Day (or Week) as a Business OwnerManaging a small business while feeling under the weather is no easy feat! Learn how to adjust, pivot, and keep your business running smoothly even while taking time off. Heather shares how she was able to take the past week off while battling Covid, thanks to her small team and effective planning. The cool part…despite being sick, her business continued to generate income! Learn the importance of having a great team, batching work ahead of time, and setting up steady passive income streams to keep your business afloat when things get tough. Keep your business going strong, no ma...2024-08-2017 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast62: 5 Strategies for Working Less in the SummerLooking to make the most of your summer while still staying on top of work? Heather shares her experience of adopting a two-day workweek this summer, balancing work and family life. Discover the five key strategies that have enabled her to work less yet still achieve her goals without unnecessary delays or stress. From placing big projects in other seasons of the year to batching work and being more efficient with time, Heather gives insights into how she manages her businesses while prioritizing time with her kids, and encourages others to adopt similar practices for a more relaxed summer!2024-08-1322 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast61: How Low Ticket Products Led to a Million-Dollar Business with Kati KieferKati Kiefer’s blog, TrueMoneySaver.com, helps families pay off debt without feeling deprived. She and her husband paid off $60,000 of debt in 3 years while homeschooling their four children and living on one income. She’s on a mission to empower moms to manage their finances effectively, teach families to live abundantly regardless of their income level, and inspire a generation of wise financial decision-makers!Hear Kati’s online business journey which began in 2009 during the economic downturn, prompting her to explore couponing and share her money-saving tips with other moms. Kati shares her low-ti...2024-08-0640 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast60: Overcoming Early Tech Struggles with Meagan BukowskiMeagan Bukowski went from engineer to college instructor to now a multi-six figure online business owner, as well as a homeschool mom to her two kids. She is on a mission to help new entrepreneurs figure out the tech needed to make money online!Meagan gives advice for overcoming hesitations with technology as a new business owner. She dives into the importance of simplifying tech choices, using dedicated tools for specific functions, and the value of Facebook ads for growth. She also shares her experience as a homeschooling mom and gives realistic advice on...2024-07-3032 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast59: How to Create and Launch Your First Freebie If you've been around here a while, you're likely aware of the importance of building an email list and using a freebie to incentivize people to join. But you might be wondering how to actually create a freebie and get it out into the world. In this episode, Heather walks you through the step-by-step process of creating and launching a new freebie. She covers everything from designing the freebie in Canva, setting up email sequences in ConvertKit, to promoting the freebie via Facebook ads and social media. She also provides tips on targeting the right customers and ensuring the p...2024-07-2320 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast58: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a New Business OwnerWho is going to purchase a product from me? Why am I putting myself out there like this? I am just a fraud.Imposter syndrome is real, but so is your ability to overcome it! In this episode, Heather addresses the common feelings of imposter syndrome when starting a business. She offers strategies to overcome self-doubt, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the customers you aim to help rather than on your own insecurities. By directing attention to the specific problems and needs of your target audience, you can push th...2024-07-1611 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast57: Transforming a Passion Project into a Decade-Long Business with Linda KardamisLinda Kardamis taught middle school math before being led to become the founder of Teach 4 the Heart - a website centered on providing practical advice, encouragement, and support for Christian teachers. As part of her calling to uplift educators everywhere, Linda has written three books: Create Your Dream Classroom, Take Heart & Teach, and Teach Uplifted. She is also the creator of online courses such as Classroom Management 101 and Teach Uplifted, and her Teach 4 the Heart podcast is enjoyed by educators nationwide. All of Linda's work and programs focus on her faith-based passion and calling to help teachers across the...2024-07-0926 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast56: What to Send to Your Email ListBy now you’re probably aware that building and nurturing an email list is important for the growth and stability of your online business. But what should you actually be sending to your email list? In this episode, Heather gives advice on what to email your audience, including sharing stories, offering tips, and providing free resources. She also touches on the necessity of staying authentic, celebrating unsubscribes as part of the process, and effectively managing your list in order to maintain engagement and drive business growth.Key Takeaways:(02:50) St...2024-07-0217 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast55: 4 Ways to Monetize Your Online Business (+ Which Option is Best!)Ready to turn your teacher biz into a profitable venture? Hit play and learn the four main ways to monetize an online business! From paid ads and sponsorships to affiliate marketing and creating your own products, Heather breaks down each option and gives the pros and cons on their effectiveness. Pulling from her own experiences, she also shares which option she HIGHLY recommends starting with and which one is not her favorite. Don’t miss these tips and real-life examples to help you get started making money in your business today!...2024-06-2520 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast54: Slowly Transitioning from Teacher to Full-Time Business Owner with Laura KebartLaura Kebart leverages her 20+ years of classroom teaching experience and instructional coaching systems to serve busy middle school English Language Arts Teachers through her online presence at languageartsteachers.com. Through her educational consulting, realistic instructional strategies, hands-on workshops, and back-to-school MSELA Summit each July, Laura helps educators teach with confidence while reducing their overwhelm and increasing student engagement. Laura shares her journey of (slowly) transitioning out of the classroom to become a full-time online business owner, utilizing her teaching skills and knowledge. From starting without any prior knowledge of online business to now hosting s...2024-06-1832 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast53: How Digital Products Transformed Her Online Business with Tammy OverhoffTammy Overhoff, a seasoned food blogger and digital product expert, began her journey in 2011 with the Organize Yourself Skinny blog. Since then, she has empowered busy women with the tools and knowledge to lead healthier lives through eBooks, digital guides, and courses. In 2023, she expanded her business by creating Reset & Flourish, a brand that includes the Reset & Flourish Shop for digital products and the Reset & Flourish Planner, a meal prep and freezer prep membership site. Despite numerous Google algorithm updates and other social media shifts, her food blog remains successful, thanks to her focus on digital products.2024-06-1139 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast52: 4 Strategies for Starting Your Teacher Biz This SummerSummer break is the perfect time to finally start your teacher biz! Get ready to kickstart your business journey with these four actionable strategies. From scheduling dedicated work time to joining a community, this episode provides a roadmap for turning your teaching expertise into an online business. Learn how to schedule your time effectively, define your target audience and offerings, join a supportive community, and follow a proven path to success. The summer session of Teacher Biz Blueprint offers a comprehensive roadmap, expert guidance, and valuable bonuses to help you create, launch, and grow your profitable online business!2024-06-0420 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast51: Creating a Work Schedule that Revolves Around Your LifeJuggling work and personal life can be quite the circus act! However, Heather has found a few tricks that can really help in managing the chaos. She shares her experience of balancing work and family obligations, and provides tips for strategically allocating your time and tasks. Learn how to prioritize high brain power work, batch tasks for efficiency, and find pockets of time throughout the day to work on your business. Whether you have kids or other work obligations, this episode offers insights for creating a work schedule that revolves around your life rather than the other way around. 2024-05-2812 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast50: How a Digital Product Shop Can Change Your Business with Monica FroeseMonica Froese holds an MBA in finance and marketing and is a digital shop coach for small business owners and host of the popular podcast, Empowered Business Podcast®. She is the founder of the websites Redefining Mom®, Empowered Business™, and the popular digital product shop, Empowered Shop™. She helps small businesses grow sustainable and profitable digital product e-commerce shops. She spent 11 years working for a Fortune 100 company running multi-million dollar marketing campaigns with large brands like Microsoft and HP. Now she provides online marketing education to small businesses that are looking to build a profitable revenue stream through digital produc...2024-05-2136 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast49: Stop Overthinking and Start Taking Action in Your BusinessDoes this happen to you → You get stuck in a cycle of thinking and trying to have the perfect plan before you actually take action on anything? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode, Heather gives a short pep talk on taking action and breaking free from constant planning. She also shares her own experience of pivoting in her business and explains how even if your initial actions don't lead to the desired outcome, they can still be valuable in the long run. Don't let overthinking hold you back from accomplishing your goals! Hit play and get moti...2024-05-1411 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast48: The Power of Listening to Your Audience with Katie AzevedoKatie Azevedo, M.Ed., is the founder of SchoolHabits LLC, and the creator of the Executive Function Journal. She is a private executive function coach with over 18 years of teaching experience in the public school system and the private sector. With a Master's Degree in Special Education, Katie specializes in ADHD, learning disabilities, executive functions, test preparation, study skills, and creating systems to maximize efficiency. Through her blog on SchoolHabits.com, SchoolHabits University study skills course, YouTube video tutorials and private coaching sessions in her Massachusetts-based practice, she teaches students and professionals strategies to learn and work smarter. 2024-05-0737 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast47: How to Show Up Consistently in Your BusinessConsistency is key! As a business owner, showing up consistently is so important for building credibility with your audience. It helps build trust, establishes reliability, and ultimately leads to more sales (which we all want!). In this episode, Heather shares her 3 tips for staying consistent, including batching content ahead of time, being realistic about your expectations, and letting go of perfectionism. Tune in and learn how to show up often in your business without feeling overwhelmed or stuck on a hamster wheel.Key Takeaways:(02:20) Why showing up consistently...2024-04-3016 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast46: Social Media Strategies for BeginnersIn this episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast, Heather shares her free and effective social media strategies for growing your online business! Learn how to choose a platform that works best for you and then study performing posts to gain inspiration. Heather gives tips for creating captivating captions, selecting trending audio, and experimenting with different types of content, such as tutorials, behind-the-scenes, or step-by-step guides. If you’re new to promoting your business on social media (specifically Instagram), tune in for a simple yet strategic formula that will allow you to connect and engage with your ideal audience....2024-04-2315 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast45: What if Your Product (or Business) Has Already Been Done Before?Are you feeling like your idea isn’t worthwhile because someone else has already created a similar product or business? Don't let comparison steal your confidence! Your product is still valuable. In this episode, Heather addresses the common fear of creating a product that already exists in the market. She explains that even though your product may cover a topic that has been done before, your unique perspective and personal stories make it worthwhile. She also shares how you can infuse personality and stories into products to make them stand apart from the crowd. Don’t let imposter syndrome hold...2024-04-1612 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast44: Creating an Evergreen Online Course with Lisa Marker RobbinsSince 1999 Lisa Marker Robbins has supported thousands of students as an independent college counselor. In 2010, she doubled down specifically on college major and career coaching for students because she realized those two things were the cornerstone of post-high school planning. 4,000 students have benefited from her proven three pillar framework, moving them from overwhelmed and confused to clear, confident, and motivated about their future.In this episode, Lisa shares her journey of leaving the classroom and building an online business focused on college and career coaching for students. She discusses her transition from one-on-one coaching...2024-04-0927 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast43: Starting an Online Teacher Biz (Answering Listener Questions!)Looking for answers to your burning questions about starting an online teacher business? Don’t miss this episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast where Heather answers questions from listeners just like you! She addresses concerns about standing out in a crowded market, the costs of starting a teacher biz, and the types of products that can be sold. She also explains the importance of being yourself, building relationships with customers, and leveraging your unique perspective and experiences. Hit play now to learn practical tips for differentiating yourself and succeeding in your teacher biz!Su...2024-04-0219 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast42: Making a MUCH Greater Impact Beyond the Classroom (24,000+ Students) with Carlin LiborioAs an experienced educator, Carlin Liborio has been teaching grades K-6, coaching teachers, and writing curriculum for 17 years in 3 different countries. She specializes in helping teachers improve their students' writing skills and has worked on numerous TEA & Pearson anchor committees, item development, and standards setting for the new RLA STAAR test. Carlin’s goal is to help teachers feel empowered and prepared during these challenging times and to grow ALL students to become avid readers and writers.In this episode, Carlin shares her journey from being a fourth-grade language arts teacher to creating a th...2024-03-2639 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast41: 3 Strategies for Adjusting When Things Don't Go as PlannedLife doesn't always go according to plan, especially when running an online business! In this episode, Heather shares the challenges she faced during a recent launch and how she adjusted to make things work. Despite sickness, technical difficulties, and other obstacles, she navigated these setbacks and pivoted to keep her business running smoothly. Heather also provides three strategies for when things don't go as planned: eliminate what you can, ask for help, and prioritize and focus on what matters. Hit play and learn how to endure the ups and downs of running an online teacher biz!2024-03-1924 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast40: Taking Small Steps Towards Big Goals with Ruth SoukupNew York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup is dedicated to helping women everywhere create a life they love. She is the host of the wildly popular Do It Scared podcast, as well as the founder of several successful brands, including Living Well Spending Less®, Elite Blog Academy®, and her newest endeavor, Thinlicious™, created to make getting healthy taste and feel good. Her practical advice has been featured all over, including Good Morning America, the Today Show, Family Circle, Entrepreneur, TIME and Fox News.In this episode, Ruth shares so much goodness about overcoming perfectionism and...2024-03-1243 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast39: Copywriting and Quiz Strategy for Online Businesses with Lindsay RobertsLindsay Roberts is a dynamic Quiz Funnel Strategist committed to putting more money into the hands of more female founders, one quiz funnel at a time. She combines her digital marketing and copywriting expertise with a deep understanding of quiz funnel mechanics to create personalized, practical strategies that drive email list growth. Lindsay believes in the power of quizzes as a tool for customer engagement, deep audience insights, and enabling female-led businesses to customize their offerings more effectively. Her strategies are designed to amplify her clients' reach, ensuring their message sings to the right audience at the right time.2024-03-0545 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast38: A Teacher Biz Student’s Journey to Tutoring Freedom with Lynn Ash*Disclaimer: this episode includes mentions of the Parkland High School shooting which may be distressing to some individuals*Lynn Ash is a seasoned educator and entrepreneur with over two decades of enriching experience in the field of education. In addition to her roles as an educator, literacy coach and tutor, Lynn is a dynamic entrepreneur who has successfully merged her passion for education with innovative business ventures. She is the owner of Tutoring Freedom, a business designed to help fellow educators create a successful tutoring business that brings them the freedom to choose when...2024-02-2739 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast37: The 4 Foundational Pieces Your Business NEEDS to Make MoneyAs a teacher, it's common to leave money on the table when starting an online business. But by focusing on product creation, building an email list, developing a system for building your email list, and implementing a system for selling your products, you can create a business that makes money while also maximizing your earnings. In this episode, Heather uncovers the four foundational pieces that are essential for building an online business. She also introduces her signature program, Teacher Biz Blueprint, which provides teachers with the tools and strategies to start and grow their own online teacher businesses!2024-02-2037 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast36: Creating Effective Sales Pages That Drive Conversions with Bob Sparkins of LeadpagesBob Sparkins, the Manager of Partnerships and Education at Leadpages, made the leap from being a high school history teacher to working in the online business world. After experiencing frustration with the limitations of the traditional classroom, Bob started exploring ways to make extra money online. He initially dabbled in network marketing but found more success in teaching others about online marketing tools and strategies. Eventually, his business income surpassed his teaching income, leading him to leave the classroom and join the Leadpages team.In this episode, Bob and Heather discuss the power of...2024-02-1341 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast35: How to Choose the Right Business Mentor or TeacherStarting an online business can be overwhelming, especially if you're trying to figure it out on your own. That's why finding a mentor or teacher who can guide you along the way is so valuable! Having someone who has already figured out what works and what doesn't can save you so much time and effort. In this episode, Heather highlights the benefits of learning from someone who has already achieved success in the online business world. She also provides considerations for choosing the right mentor and teacher, including teaching style, relatability, and alignment with t...2024-02-0628 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast34: Leaving Teaching for an Online BusinessHave you ever felt trapped within the walls of your classroom, wondering if there's another way to use your teaching skills? If so, you're not alone! Join Heather as she shares her journey from a challenging teaching environment to becoming an online business owner. Like many teachers, Heather invested years in education only to find herself in difficult teaching situations with lack of support, limited resources, and even received physical attacks from students. Learn how she was able to push past the frustration and eventually find fulfillment, financial stability, and make a greater impact b...2024-01-3033 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast33: Challenges and Rewards of Running a Brick and Mortar Business with Michele CaruanaMichele Caruana is a former corporate marketer turned entrepreneur who specializes in helping people create indoor play spaces as physical brick and mortar businesses. With a background in business and economics, Michele opened two indoor playground locations and operated them for almost six years before selling them. She now dedicates herself full-time to sharing her knowledge and experience through her course, Play Cafe Academy, and her YouTube channel and podcast, The Profitable Play Podcast.In this conversation, Michele shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful business owner in the indoor...2024-01-2352 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast32: Strategies for Building a Business with Limited Time (BTS of Heather’s Daily Routine)Finding time to pursue your passions and build a business can seem like an impossible task, especially if you have a demanding schedule and limited free time. However, building a profitable business with limited time IS possible, and Heather is living proof of that! This episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast takes you behind the scenes of Heather’s daily routine as a mom and business owner. Hear her advice for implementing a structured daily routine, setting yourself up for success, and protecting your work time. Whether you have small children at home, a ful...2024-01-1637 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast31: Making an Impact as an Introverted Online Business Owner with Julia LevineJulia Levine teaches introverted entrepreneurs how to start a podcast and expand their reach without social media. After spending 12 years as an elementary library media teacher, she's now combining her love of teaching with her love of podcasts as The Podcast Teacher™. She's also the host of Podcasting for Introverts, her own top 20 podcast.In this conversation, Julia shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her own online business. She started by offering one-on-one podcast production services and eventually transitioned to teaching others how to start their own podcasts. Julia emphasizes the im...2024-01-0936 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast30: How to Strategically Plan for the New YearNew year, new opportunities! Kickstart 2024 with a plan in place for checking off your goals list. Heather breaks down her planning process and shares exactly how she’s planning for the year ahead. She discusses her plans for the Kindergarten Ready side of her business, including a new summit event. She also reveals her focus for Teacher Biz in the first quarter of 2024, which involves reopening the doors to Teacher Biz Blueprint. Whether you are just starting out or have a few years of experience under your belt, Heather’s planning process will inspire and guide you in planning your...2024-01-0232 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast29: Reflecting on 2023 and Looking AheadHeather reflects on 2023 and shares her accomplishments and insights into how she achieved her three main goals for the year; stabilize Kindergarten Ready, start Teacher Biz, and prioritize family time. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on the positive and celebrating achievements rather than dwelling on what hasn't been accomplished. Hear how she implemented a batching strategy to manage her time effectively, as well as the importance of using what has already worked and repeating those successful strategies. Heather also discusses the growth of both Kindergarten Ready and Teacher Biz, and offers perspective on how you can approach the...2023-12-2641 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast28: Lessons Learned from a Failed BusinessHeather shares her personal journey of starting her first online business, a budget blog called Happy Humble Home, which ultimately did not achieve the level of success she had hoped for. She reflects on the lessons she learned from that experience and how it shaped her approach to building her current business, Kindergarten Ready. Heather emphasizes the importance of focusing on products, growing an email list, and taking imperfect action. She also provides encouragement to learn from past failures and never be afraid to try again if something didn't work the first time!2023-12-1920 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast27: How to Navigate December as an Online Business OwnerDecember can be a tricky time for online business owners. With most products being digital and not easily wrapped up and put under the tree, it can be difficult to generate sales during the holiday season. However, with the right strategy, you can still have a successful month! By understanding what your audience wants during this time and aligning your goals with theirs, you can create a strategy that benefits both you and your customers.Tune in to hear Heather’s approach of giving back to her community by offering a 25-day series of fr...2023-12-1219 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast26: Teacher Biz Startup Costs: Breaking Down Initial InvestmentsStarting a business can be intimidating, especially when it comes to investing your hard-earned money. However, building an online business is much more affordable compared to traditional brick-and-mortar ventures. In this episode, Heather walks through the initial startup expenses of starting an online teacher business. She shares her recommendations for the best sales page platform, checkout provider, email service provider, and domain provider. No worries if you're not ready to make significant investments yet! Heather also shares the scrappy, more affordable alternatives to the best options. Whether you're ready to dive in headfirst or prefer to start scrappy, this...2023-12-0525 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast25: Balancing the Classroom and an Online Teacher Business with Bryson TarbetBryson Tarbet is a PreK-6th grade general music teacher just outside of Columbus, Ohio. He started That Music Teacher, LLC with the goal of sharing different perspectives on issues pertaining to the lives of music educators across the country. He also hosts That Music Podcast and is the educator behind the Elementary Music Summit.In this conversation, Bryson shares insights into how he successfully runs his online business while still teaching music in the classroom. He discusses leveraging summits to build his business, the benefits of digital courses and memberships, and the mindset...2023-11-2825 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast24: Tips for a Successful Black Friday SaleDiscover the simple steps to create a successful Black Friday promotion for your teacher business! Heather shares her perspective on the importance of considering Black Friday as a business opportunity, regardless of personal feelings towards the consumer holiday. Learn when to do a Black Friday sale (hint: it’s not actually on Black Friday itself!), how to keep it simple, and why starting small and building over time is the best approach to ensure success and avoid overwhelm.Heather also gives insight into her own experiences with Black Friday promotions in her businesses, including a...2023-11-2116 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast23: Simple Marketing Strategies that Convert with Kerry BeckKerry Beck helps moms (or dads or any adult) find ways to make money online. This enables moms to give their kids a solid financial education by choosing the best online business for their family. She offers step-by-step help to building a blog, creating digital products, as well as setting up marketing funnels and email sequences. In this conversation, Kerry shares her journey from public school teacher to starting her own online businesses in the homeschooling niche. She emphasizes the importance of pressing into your fears and taking action, rather than getting stuck in a...2023-11-1448 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast22: Building Relationships with your Online CommunityPeople connect with people, not polished robots.If you’re struggling to build a community and create deeper relationships with your customers, this is the episode for you! Heather shares strategies that have worked well for her in building valuable relationships with her own customers in both Kindergarten Ready and Teacher Biz. She emphasizes the need to genuinely care about the people you serve, to communicate with them regularly, and to show up as your authentic self. Building relationships with customers not only helps establish trust and loyalty but also allows for a greater im...2023-11-0721 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast21: Creating a Flexible Work-Life Balance as a Virtual Assistant with Anna SchildAnna Schild is a content repurposing virtual assistant (VA) and the host of the Content and Chill podcast. She started her VA business after working as an executive assistant at a corporate bank. Her transition to the online workspace was driven by a desire for more flexibility and location freedom.In this conversation, Anna touches on the various aspects of working as a virtual assistant and explains the concept of content repurposing and how it can help online business owners maximize their efforts. She shares insights into her business structure, work hours, and the...2023-10-3123 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast20: From Stressed-Out Special Ed Teacher to Online Dyslexia Educator with Jennie SjursenJennie Sjursen is a former special education teacher who turned her passion for helping dyslexic students into a private dyslexia practice called Literacy Untangled. She is passionate about helping students with dyslexia and has extensive training in Orton-Gillingham.In this conversation, Jennie shares her journey from being a stressed-out teacher to starting her own online business. By leveraging her expertise, she has been able to reach more students and make a difference in their lives. She discusses the challenges she faced in building Literacy Untangled and her plans to scale her business by creating...2023-10-2425 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast19: 3 Strategies to Boost the Profit Potential of Your Teacher BusinessAs a former teacher, Heather knows the feeling of being trapped in a job and wanting more. By leveraging her teacher skills and the internet, she has been able to make a limitless impact beyond the classroom and build a profitable online business. In this special episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast, she’s sharing her recent master class training for starting and growing an online teacher biz. Learn all about the Teacher Biz Blueprint and how it can guide you in creating a fulfilling business that brings you freedom, flexibility, and a sustainable sou...2023-10-1751 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast18: Learn the Power of Facebook Ads with Beth Anne SchwambergerBeth Anne Schwamberger is the founder of Brilliant Business Moms. She's passionate about helping women to build their businesses in the margins, so they can spend more time with their families. She loves teaching Facebook Ads and providing quick and easy tools like sales page and ad templates to make life easier for online business owners.In this conversation, Beth Anne explains how Facebook Ads are a powerful tool used for reaching potential customers. She shares success stories from her students in various niches who have used ads to quickly get in front of...2023-10-1029 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast17: How to Start Building Your Email List TODAYBuilding an email list is not just about collecting email addresses. It's about building a community of potential customers who are genuinely interested in what you have to offer. By providing value through your freebie and nurturing relationships through regular emails, you can establish trust and credibility with your audience. In this episode, Heather walks you through the exact steps and resources needed to start building an email list. Remember, it's not about perfection; it's about taking action and providing value. So don't wait any longer - tune in to discover the simple five-step p...2023-10-0317 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast16: Why You Need to Grow An Email List From The StartAvoiding starting and growing an email list is a common mistake that a lot of new business owners make. Simply because they don’t realize how important an email list actually is! In this episode, Heather shares her own experience of how her email list (now consisting of 130,000 subscribers) has been the secret sauce in her business. She also highlights the potential pitfalls of relying solely on social media platforms and third-party platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers.Building an email list is a key component that provides stability, helps build relationships with customers, and es...2023-09-2617 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast15: All Roads Lead to Email List Building with Tracy BeaversAs CEO and Founder of Tracy Beavers Coaching, Tracy has a proven track record in marketing, sales, and business growth. With 20 years experience, she has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs with everything from overcoming the fear of sales, to growing their business visibility through organic marketing strategies. In this conversation, Tracy shares her experience of starting an online business and the challenges she faced along the way. From offering one-on-one coaching to creating online courses, get a glimpse of the evolution of Tracy Beavers Coaching. Learn how to overcome mindset blocks, embrace the learning curve, a...2023-09-1929 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast14: Mistakes to Avoid When Creating Your First Digital CourseIn this episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast, Heather shares her experience of creating her very first digital course, Kindergarten Ready Roadmap, and the mistakes she made along the way. It’s no surprise that creating a digital course can be a learning experience filled with mistakes and valuable lessons. Heather realized the importance of streamlining content, acquiring video editing skills, and pricing her courses appropriately. She explains that having a clear path to follow is key, as well as learning from experts that can provide the guidance and knowledge needed. Tune in now to...2023-09-1225 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast13: Why Digital Courses are Perfect for Teachers with Amy PorterfieldDigital course expert, Amy Porterfield, joins the show to discuss why digital courses are so powerful for online businesses. Amy explains how digital courses provide freedom and flexibility for teachers to work on their own terms and serve a larger audience. She highlights the unique skills and knowledge that teachers possess, making them ideal candidates for creating successful digital courses. She also shares success stories of teachers and other entrepreneurs who have achieved remarkable results through utilizing digital courses.Learn about the "10% edge", B-minus work mentality, the significance of building an email list, and...2023-09-0540 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast12: Creating a Digital CourseHave you considered creating a digital course? As a teacher, it's the perfect way to share your knowledge and skills with a wider audience! Learn about the benefits of creating digital courses and how it can boost your credibility, increase your revenue, and give your customers the transformation they’re searching for. Creating a digital course may seem intimidating at first, however it’s really not that difficult! Heather shares her own experiences with creating video courses and provides tips for overcoming the fear of being on camera. If you’re a teacher or someone...2023-08-2919 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast11: Teacher to Online Business Owner with JoAnn Crohn of No Guilt MomJoAnn Crohn is the owner and founder of No Guilt Mom, the Balance VIP membership, and the host of the No Guilt Mom podcast. Through her business and products, JoAnn helps moms have a close relationship with their kids while also pursuing their own passions.In this conversation, JoAnn shares her journey from fifth-grade teacher to running a thriving online business that empowers moms. She discusses how her business has evolved over the years, from creating products for children to now focusing on a membership program. JoAnn also highlights the importance of self-care for...2023-08-2230 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast10: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Putting Yourself Out ThereFeeling nervous about starting your own teacher biz? You're not alone! This episode acknowledges the normalcy of having doubts and limiting beliefs, but encourages you to focus on the impact you can truly make. Heather shares her own experiences of putting herself out there, as well as the confidence that comes from customer feedback, and the value of a supportive business community. Remember, you have the power to make a difference in the lives of others through your business. Embrace the journey with confidence, knowing that you are capable of accomplishing your dreams. Don't l...2023-08-1518 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast09: 8 Benefits of Starting an Online Teacher BizAre you ready to break free from the limitations of a teacher's salary? Learn how a teacher biz can open up new streams of income and give you the flexibility to work on your own terms. This episode dives into what a teacher biz can make possible for your life, and all of the life-changing effects that come from having a sustainable online business.Heather emphasizes that while she is not a millionaire, she has been able to create a flexible and profitable business that has changed her life. She encourages teachers to think...2023-08-0820 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast08: Building a Successful Screen-Free Business with Kailan CarrKailan Carr is the owner of Quiet Book Queen & Crafts in Between, a business that offers screen-free activities for kids. Her passion for screen-free activities led her to create a swap group with her friends to make quiet book pages for their children, which eventually turned into a successful business.In this conversation, Kailan shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her own business, the benefits of screen-free activities for kids, and the different types of products she offers, including physical products, digital products, and books. She also shares insights about her...2023-08-0137 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast07: Start Your Own Teacher Biz with These 3 Simple Steps!Are you a teacher that’s eager to bring home additional money? Whether you are looking for a small side hustle or a full replacement of your teacher income, you don’t want to miss this episode!Learn the 3 simple steps to start your own teacher biz without using a third party platform such as Teachers Pay Teachers, Etsy, or Amazon. Despite the potential intimidation, Heather assures you that if she can do it, you can too. It’s actually much easier than you think!Don’t forget to grab the...2023-07-2518 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast06: Evolving Your Online Teacher Business with Kelsey SorensonAfter having a panic moment when she showed up to substitute teach a class and realized there was nothing for her to do, Kelsey Sorenson had the bright idea to create her own substitute teacher resources and sell them on Teachers Pay Teachers. Tune in to hear Kelsey’s journey from teacher to now a successful online business owner of Wife Teacher Mommy. This conversation discusses the importance of learning as you go and not letting a lack of knowledge hold you back from trying new things, getting creative and evolving in your business. Kel...2023-07-1834 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast05: 3 Strategies to Find Future Customers for Your BusinessIn episode 4, Heather explained the importance of selling your products on your own website versus selling on 3rd party platforms. This may have left you thinking, “how will I get customers when I'm on my own and not with the other teacher products?”. Find out the answer in this episode and learn 3 key strategies for finding your future customers!Your ideal customer is out there looking for you. Once they find you, they’ll be so eager to trade their dollars for the resource that you've created for them. The only thing standing in the wa...2023-07-1122 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast04: 3 Reasons to Sell Your Products on Your Own Website (not on TPT!)Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a great resource and obviously popular, however, it's not the most profitable way for someone to sell their own resources. The best way to really maximize your profits and build better relationships with your customers is by selling through your own website. But why?This episode will shift your thinking and hopefully set you on a path to create a life giving teacher biz that is much more profitable than selling on TPT. There is a HUGE market for teacher resources! Listen now to learn how utilizing your own...2023-07-0422 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast03: Turning a Hobby into a Helpful Online Business with Erin LeonardNotice The Little Things - a blog that started as a non-business idea but eventually turned into a booming online business with multiple products. Like a lot of people, Erin Leonard understands that starting a business can be difficult, especially for those who are not business-minded, but she emphasizes that there are resources available to help make the process easier. Even though Erin does have a background as a teacher, her business isn't necessarily centered around education. Hear how she accidentally transferred her skills to the online space, and now provides an immense amount o...2023-06-2751 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast02: Why Teachers are Perfect for Online BusinessWhen you think about it, all businesses are solving a problem and bringing a solution to a customer. Have you ever thought of bringing a solution to someone who needs you? Teachers have a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be turned into solutions to benefit other teachers or parents! By identifying your strengths and creating a product that meets a need, teachers can monetize their skills and knowledge through online business. You’re already sharing your knowledge in the classroom. Tune in and learn ways to expand your...2023-06-2720 minThe Teacher Biz Podcast01: Turning Your Teaching Skills Into ProfitIn the first episode of The Teacher Biz Podcast, Heather O'Donnell introduces herself and the purpose of the podcast, which is to help educators start a profitable home business using a lot less effort than it takes to run a classroom! She shares her own success story of running an online teacher biz, Kindergarten Ready Skills, and provides insight into the strategies and marketing techniques she used to build a community of over 100,000 moms and teachers. Through The Teacher Biz Podcast, Heather aims to share her knowledge and experience with other educators. Tune in a...2023-06-2715 minThe Teacher Biz PodcastTrailer: Welcome to The Teacher Biz PodcastHey there! Welcome to The Teacher Biz Podcast with Heather O’Donnell. Each week, Heather shares strategies she’s used in her own online business to replace her teacher income (several times over) while working just 25 hours a week. Learn how a profitable teacher biz actually works (psst… we’re not throwing up resources on TPT) and how to get started without falling into the most common pitfalls and time wasters in the online business world. Through a mix of interviews and solo episodes, you’ll learn about building an email lis...2023-06-1303 min