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Make It with Mike and KristenEpisode 186: Seeing the World Through Patrick Doyle’s LensThis week, we sit down with the wildly accomplished Patrick Doyle, a veteran camera and Steadicam operator with more than 30 years of experience working across the TV and motion picture industry. Pat has collaborated with some of the biggest studios in the world—MGM, Disney, 20th Century Fox, NBC Universal, Warner Bros, A&E, Sony Entertainment, Hallmark—and worked shoulder to shoulder with iconic performers like William Shatner, Julianna Margulies, Adrien Brody, Charles Dance, Liam Cunningham, and Tom Ellis.
But despite his remarkable résumé, Pat remains deeply grounded in the place he calls home: Sydney...
2025-12-031h 33
Team Powdered Donut™ PodcastA Texas Sized Fight With Cancer | Kristen Doyle, CEO, CPRIT (Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas)Texans voted in 2007 to create the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and to invest $3 billion in the state’s unprecedented fight against cancer. On November 5, 2019, Texas voters overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to continue CPRIT’s work and invest an additional $3 billion for finding and funding the best cancer research and prevention opportunities in the state.Kristen and I unpacked so many fun stories from our shared journeys in Austin over the past two decades. As fellow parents of students, now alumni of St. Andrew's Episcopal School, to our shared experiences as students at the Univ...
2025-11-061h 08
Sticky Note Marketing with Mary CzarneckiHow to Know It’s Time for a Website Makeover (and What to Fix First!): Expert Insights from Kristen DoyleIn this episode of the Sticky Note Marketing Show, host Mary Czarnecki welcomes web designer and business coach Kristen Doyle. Together, they discuss the essential factors in creating a successful website, signs indicating your website might need a redesign, and common mistakes to avoid. Kristen shares her journey from teaching to building a web design business, emphasizing the importance of strategy over aesthetics in web design. They also explore practical steps for those not ready for a full website overhaul and the significance of storytelling and personality in web content. Key insights include quick fixes to improve your website's...
2025-06-1619 min
No Set Path: Entertainment Break-In Stories54 - Reacting to Production Horror Stories w/ Kristen BrancaccioToday Rebecca is joined by Kristen Brancaccio to react to some anonymously submitted production horror stories - the good, the bad, and the downright hilarious. BREAKDOWN: 0:30 - Updates with Kristen! Full-time directing largely in vertical soap operas 3:55 - Anonymously submitted production horror stories!4:20 - UPM asked LAPD to ID homeless defecation, cop reverse unos and asks production to read screenplay 6:23 - Cops respond to film shooting but not gun shooting7:05 - Chandler Berg the PA putting out a Malibu fire with the production fire extinguisher 8:30...
2025-04-2434 min
The Hole Shebang15: From Physiotherapist to Lactation Consulting with Laura Doyle Use this link to find out more about Laura Doyle Laura Doyle Use this link to learn more about Laura's amazing course Foundations of Infant Bodywork In this engaging conversation, Kristen Parise interviews Laura Doyle, a pediatric physiotherapist and lactation consultant, about her journey in the field of pediatrics and the integration of lactation consulting into her practice. They discuss the importance of assessing both mothers and infants during breastfeeding, the significance of tummy time, and the role of infant bodywork in promoting functional movements. Laura shares valuable insights on tethered oral tissue, parental guidance, and the importance of consistency in...
2024-12-1830 min
Soulbloom29. Finding Job Joy with Kristen ZavoIn this conversation, Kristen and I discuss the concept of tending to the gardens of our lives, particularly in relation to our careers. We explore the idea that our careers are a foundational aspect of our lives and should be tended to with intentionality and awareness. We emphasize the importance of self-care, self-awareness, and self-responsibility in preventing burnout and finding fulfillment in our work. We also discuss the integration of entrepreneurial pursuits into our careers and the importance of aligning our work with our values and priorities.We highlight the importance of taking ownership of our careers...
2024-07-2438 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen DoyleExciting things to come!Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Hey, y'all! It's Kristen here with a quick announcement. This summer, I'm fully embracing the summer break mindset to spend quality time with my family and tackle some exciting work travels. With my calendar busier than ever, The Savvy Teacher Seller podcast will be taking a short hiatus for the rest of July. But fear not! We'll be back in August with brand new episodes and some thrilling content you won't want to miss. Also, if you're attending the TPT conference in San Diego, don't...
2024-07-0301 min
Be Bold, Make Waves with Laura KåmarkFrom Classroom to Becoming the Savvy Teacher Seller Coach with Kristen DoyleMeet Kristen:Kristen Doyle is a seasoned web designer, coach, and podcaster who helps small business owners make more sales with less effort. Rather than doing ALL the things on ALL the platforms, she shows people how to tap into SEO and strategic website design to attract more clients. When Kristen isn’t designing, coaching, or hosting her latest podcast episode, you can find her by the pool, watching her two boys do endless cannonballs in the deep end. Links & Resources:WebsiteThe Savvy Teacher Seller PodcastInstagramFacebookReady to tu...
2023-09-2042 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle62. IP 101: Copyright & Trademark for TPT SellersSend us a text! (Your number stays private)As teacher authors, most of us are ‘accidental entrepreneurs’ and did not have any experience in business before creating our TPT stores. That’s why we are always learning about how we can not only scale our business, but also protect it. Today we’re delving into arguably one of the most important things that we should have an understanding of: copyright & trademark for TPT sellers. You’ll hear all about how to navigate the world of intellectual property so that you have the tools to protect your TPT b...
2023-08-2922 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 14. Work Smarter, Not Harder: 3 Things to Automate in Your TPT BusinessSubscriber-only episodeIn this episode, I'm talking about one of my favorite things: Automations! Specifically, what we can automate in our TPT businesses. We all know that time is precious, and this episode is all about working smarter, not harder. Listen in for three areas you can automate to save a ton of time and energy as a TPT seller! *If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal f...
2023-08-2513 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle61. 4 More Product Creation Mistakes TPT Sellers MakeSend us a text! (Your number stays private)As a TPT seller, I know you’re constantly looking for ways to improve your product creation strategies. Sometimes learning from our mistakes can be the best way to move forward and scale our sales. Last week, in episode 60, I shared a big mistake that sellers often make when creating TPT products. This week, you’ll hear four more product creation mistakes that you’ll want to avoid in the future. I can speak from experience when I say that avoiding these pitfalls will set you up for su...
2023-08-2215 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 13. Find Your Edge: TPT SEO Keyword Tactics in Highly Competitive NichesSubscriber-only episodeListen in as Kristen shares her expert advice on how to choose SEO keywords and get traffic to your products when you're in a highly competitive niche on TPT. In this episode, we review two listener-submitted TPT products that are struggling to climb the search results. Want your product audited by Kristen? You can submit a product on our Insiders members-only page at the link below, and listen out for it on an upcoming STS Insiders episode! *If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode...
2023-08-1815 min
Podcasting for Educators: Podcasting Tips for Online Entrepreneurs111. What to Know About Adding a Podcast to Your Website with Kristen DoyleDo you have a website for your podcast? Or at least a dedicated podcast page on your current website? If not, you may be missing the opportunity to get more traffic to your podcast! In today's episode, I have Kristen Doyle on to talk about everything website and SEO when it comes to your podcast. As a website designer, SEO expert, and coach for TPT sellers, she's here to share how important it is to have your podcast on your website, what you should include on your main podcast and show notes pages, and how to use...
2023-08-1634 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle60. The TPT Product Creation Mistake That's Slowing You DownSend us a text! (Your number stays private)There’s always a cost when it comes to TPT product creation, whether that’s your money or your time. So let’s avoid getting stuck on the same details time and time again that drag out our projects WAY longer than they need to be.You know how it goes. You’re searching for new fonts, colors, and clipart for every new product that you create. Suddenly hours have passed by and you’ve made zero progress on actually getting the product created.Little by little...
2023-08-1516 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 12: Retiring Products: Should That Old TPT Resource Stay or Go?Subscriber-only episodeThis Insiders-only episode tackles the listener submitted question of when it's best to retire existing products. I'm sharing 3 times you should consider retiring a product, the difference between deleting and deactivating, and a fail-proof way to know which is best for the product you're considering.*If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.
2023-08-1114 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle59. Prioritizing for Profit: The Top 3 Tasks for Busy TPT SellersSend us a text! (Your number stays private)How do you even begin to prioritize everything that is on your to-do list as a busy TPT seller? You want to grow your sales but only have so many hours in the day…so where do you focus your energy? I’m taking the guesswork out of everything and telling you EXACTLY how to prioritize your TPT tasks based on where you are in your seller journey. Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned TPT seller with a full catalog of resources, I’ve got y...
2023-08-0825 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 11: TPT Product Audits: Maximizing Pageviews with SEO and Cover UpdatesSubscriber-only episodeIn this episode, I'm bringing back Clubhouse-style TPT product audits (circa 2020)! Today's episode features two amazing product audits, but that's not all. I'm also giving you the chance to submit your own product for a review on an upcoming episode. You can submit your product on our Insiders members-only page at the link below, and listen out for it on an upcoming STS Insiders episode! *If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!"...
2023-08-0415 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle58. Quit Stalling and Post the Product Already!Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you ever struggled with perfectionism when it comes to creating TPT products? For many sellers, getting started with products isn’t the problem. It’s actually finishing them and posting them in our store.According to a poll that I posted on Instagram, the majority of you hit a roadblock when it’s time to create the preview and thumbnails.Today I’m sharing my best advice on how to embrace the “done is better than perfect” mindset when it comes to creating TPT products, an...
2023-08-0114 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 10 - Strategic Timing for Uploading New Resources During a Sitewide TPT SaleSubscriber-only episodeIn this week's episode, I'm diving into a savvy strategy for boosting your visibility on TPT by uploading new resources strategically right before a site-wide sale. I'll walk you through how this can serve as a powerful tool for capturing attention and getting a little free publicity, while also sparking excitement among your followers. Whether you have several resources to post or just one, I'll share tips on the optimal timing during a 2-day sale to keep your audience engaged and ensure you're maximizing your visibility.*If you signed up f...
2023-07-2808 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle57. 7 Mindset Shifts That Separate Top TPT Sellers From the RestSend us a text! (Your number stays private)What separates the top TPT sellers from the average TPT sellers? You might be surprised to hear that it all comes down to mindset! To take your business to the next level, critical mindset shifts have to be made.Many TPT sellers are very different from other entrepreneurs because they often fall into the "accidental entrepreneur" category. Because of this, it’s common for teacher sellers to have mindset roadblocks that hold them back from becoming one of the top TPT sellers.In today's episode, I...
2023-07-2518 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 9: Using AI to Generate Content Ideas for Your Blog, Podcast, and MoreSubscriber-only episodeUsing AI tools can save us so much time and mental work, especially when it comes to brainstorming ideas. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact prompts I use to generate content ideas for my teaching blog and for my podcast episodes. You'll find a Google Doc swipe file of these prompts on the members page (linked below).*If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal f...
2023-07-2109 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle56. Should You Start a Podcast for Your Teacher Seller Business? with Sara WhittakerSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you ever wondered if starting a podcast would add value to your business? You might be unsure about what of tech is involved, what kind of time investment it will be, and whether or not it’s even worth it. In today’s episode, we’re giving you all the details of what to consider when it comes to determining if podcasting is right for you!Our guest, Sara Whittaker, is a teacher turned podcast strategist and the host of the Podcasting for Educators podcast. She helps...
2023-07-1735 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 8: My Takeaways from TPT Forward 2023Subscriber-only episode*If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.Insiders: Log in to the Insiders portal for show notes, links and resources at https://kristendoyle.co/stsi-members (Password is in your email!)Learn more about STS Insiders and subscribe at https://kristendoyle.co/sts-insiders
2023-07-1412 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle55. How it Started vs. How It's Going: Celebrating One Year of The Savvy Teacher SellerSend us a text! (Your number stays private)It’s time for a very special episode to celebrate the one-year anniversary of The Savvy Teacher Seller! 🥳 I thought it would be fun to mix it up and have my podcast manager, Sara Whittaker, from Podcasting for Educators, at the microphone to interview me for a change. I am pulling back the curtain on how the podcast idea first came to me and what it’s been like over the last year of releasing weekly episodes! I’m spilling the good, challenging, and everything in between....
2023-07-1131 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 7: Protect Your Facebook Account from Hacks with Marcy BernethySubscriber-only episodeIn this extended episode, Marcy shares the top things she wishes she had done before the hack that could have protected her from being hacked in the first place or would have made the hack much easier to recover from. *If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.Insiders: Log in t...
2023-07-0721 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle54. Surviving the Domino Effects of a Facebook Hack with Marcy BernethySend us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you ever wondered how Facebook hacks happen and how you can reclaim your Facebook account if it gets hacked? Today’s guest is sharing her first-hand experience to help us prevent and prepare for this unfortunate possibility. One of my best TPT friends, Marcy Bernethy, joins me to talk about how she survived a five-month process of recovering her Facebook after being hacked. Marcy experienced one of the worst hacks her hacking team has ever handled. In today’s episode, Marcy shares her story abou...
2023-07-0446 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 6: Boost Your Sales with Nicole Kepic’s Snapshot of TPT Copy That ConvertsSubscriber-only episodeIn this episode, copywriting expert, Nicole Kepic, is taking an actual TPT product under her microscope. She’ll pick apart the copy, give some honest feedback, and share how to turn a pretty decent product description into a stellar one.Want to level-up your writing game? Listen in as Nicole shares her secrets to copywriting that sells!*A video version of this episode is available on the STSI Members page!*If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an em...
2023-06-3012 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle53. Elevate Your TPT Product Descriptions with Copywriting Tips from Nicole KepicSend us a text! (Your number stays private)As TPT Sellers, a large part of our business is writing copy, from blog posts to emails to TPT product descriptions. Our copy is often the reason why customers decide to purchase our resources and yet many teacher sellers feel they need more confidence with this skill. Luckily I know someone who can help us improve in this area (and maybe even enjoy copywriting a little bit!).Our guest today is Nicole Kepic, and she is a copywriter who specializes in fun, feel-good copy. One of her...
2023-06-2733 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 5: The Email List Strategy I Use Every Back to School Season to Grow my ListSubscriber-only episodeIn this episode, I'm sharing a behind the scenes look at the email marketing strategy I use to grow my list every back to school season. Learn how you can adapt this strategy to your own business at BTS and throughout the year! *If you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.Insiders:
2023-06-2312 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle52. Gear Up Now for Back to School Success on TPTSend us a text! (Your number stays private)What’s the best way to set yourself up for success at the start of the new school year? It’s to put your back-to-school TPT strategy in place and begin preparing during the summer! Many of you just finished teaching and started your summer break, and you want to relax (as you should!). But now is the time to start getting things ready for back-to-school season in your store. This will help you maximize your sales in one of the busiest times for TPT sellers and redu...
2023-06-2015 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 4: The Real Deal about Tax Audits with Barbara SchreihansSubscriber-only episodeIf you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.STS Insiders: Log in to the Insiders portal for show notes, links and resources at https://kristendoyle.co/stsi-members (Password is in your email!)Learn more about STS Insiders and subscribe at https://kristendoyle.co/sts-insiders
2023-06-1612 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle51. How Teacher Sellers can Save on Taxes with Barbara Schreihans [Money Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)We are continuing our Money Series with a commonly requested topic from TPT sellers: how to save on taxes! This topic can be scary and overwhelming, but we all know taxes are a big deal as business owners.My personal tax superhero, Barbara Schreihans, joins me to discuss all things tax planning and savings. Her mission is to help business owners like us save a boatload in taxes while also growing our profits. Barbara is sharing her best advice and tips to help take the pressure off...
2023-06-1330 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 3: Conference Like a Pro with the Insiders Guide to TPT ForwardSubscriber-only episodeIf you signed up for STS Insiders & are not able to hear the episode, look for an email from Buzzsprout (the podcast host) that's titled "Thanks for supporting!" Inside this email you'll find your personal feed links to add to the podcast player of your choice.STS Insiders: Log in to the Insiders portal for show notes, links and resources at https://kristendoyle.co/stsi-members (Password is in your email!)Learn more about STS Insiders and subscribe at https://kristendoyle.co/sts-insiders
2023-06-0908 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle50. TPT Forward: Is It Worth Attending and How Do I Get the Most Out of It?Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you still deciding if you should attend this year's TPT conference? Many struggle to determine because they aren't sure if it will be worth their time and investment. As an avid TPT conference attendee, I have learned and found value in every conference! There are a few options for attending the TPT conference and essential things to remember when deciding what's best for you!In today's episode, I'm sharing how to decide if attending a conference is the best choice for you, T...
2023-06-0617 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle🔒 STSI 2: Exclusive Q&As - Your TPT & Business Questions, AnsweredSubscriber-only episodeSTS Insiders: Log in to the Insiders portal for show notes, links and resources at https://kristendoyle.co/stsi-members (Password is in your email!)Learn more about STS Insiders and subscribe at https://kristendoyle.co/sts-insiders
2023-06-0222 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle49. Protecting your Website: 7 Easy Steps to Prevent HacksSend us a text! (Your number stays private)One thing many TPT sellers need to prepare for is protecting their websites in order to prevent hacks. It's easy to assume nobody would try to hack your "small business”. But it is happening more and more lately, especially in the teacher-seller community. Fortunately, there are a lot of things that can be done to try and prevent hacks. It is not only crucial for protecting your valuable assets but also for protecting your customers and their data if you have a shop on your website.I...
2023-05-3019 min
The Savvy Seller with Kristen DoyleSTSI 1: The Inside Scoop: STS Insiders is here!Ever listen to a podcast episode and it leaves you wanting just a little bit... more? Get ready to learn all about STS Insiders – what it is, why I created it, and how it's going to add more value to your TPT selling journey.Join STS Insiders for just $7/moSupport the show
2023-05-2704 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle48. Managing Your Business Finances [Money Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you cringe when it comes to managing your business finances? Most TPT Sellers struggle in this area because it’s something they’ve never had to do before starting a business, and it might feel a bit scary.It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting your business or a veteran seller. This episode will clear up any confusion and lay a solid foundation to start feeling confident with your TPT finances. To continue our money series, I am diving into the importance of keepin...
2023-05-2316 min
Teacherpreneurs, Raise Your Hand137: How to Master SEO to Boost Traffic to Your TpT Resources for Teacherpreneurs With Kristen DoyleAre you feeling overwhelmed with the whole idea of SEO? Fear not: Kristen Doyle is here to help! A master of SEO and an expert in optimizing content for increased visibility, Kristen will teach you everything you need to know!Support the show
2023-05-2337 min
The Rebranded TeacherSEO Best Practice for Your TPT Business with Kristen DoyleYou are in for a treat because today we have guest SEO expert, Kristen Doyle, here. She is going to be talking all about search engine optimization for your TPT stores, dispelling some popular myths, and she's even going to be laying to rest some very hotly debated questions. Let's go ahead and let's meet Kristen!Purchase Your Ticket to Teacher Seller's Summit: https://laurenfulton.krtra.com/t/oTIxSLPqfhYf Kristen Doyle's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kristendoyle.co/?hl=enKristen Doyle's Website:https://kristendoyle.co/The Savvy Teacher Se...
2023-05-2227 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle47. Managing your Money as a TPT Seller [Money Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you ever feel like you can't afford something you want to invest in for your business, or do you need help to make ends meet with your TPT income and teaching salary? You're not alone! This episode will break it down for you.When you think about your business finances, your first thought is probably wondering how much to spend on ads or how much you should pay yourself. But the first step to achieving financial success is actually to get your personal finances in order...
2023-05-1614 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle46. Unleash the Power of TPT Data to Drive Your Sales with Jarrett VaucherSend us a text! (Your number stays private)I'm bringing back a guest speaker by popular request! Jarrett Vaucher is joining me for the second time on the podcast. We are covering the most critical topics regarding using TPT Data to make decisions. Our guest Jarrett created Your Data Playbook, which helps TPT sellers understand and use our data to drive strategy and results for growing our TPT stores. He loves helping TPT sellers understand how to use data as a strategic tool to develop and optimize their stores. In today's episode, we di...
2023-05-0936 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle45. 5 TPT SEO Myths That Are Wasting Your TimeSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you need help knowing what to believe regarding all the TPT SEO Myths? It can be hard to differentiate which SEO practices will help as a TPT seller and which will only waste your time and energy!SEO is my area of expertise, and I'm here to debunk some of the most common myths circulating the TPT world and break down what you need to know about each. We don't need to waste more time on unnecessary SEO tactics that won't benefit your TPT store.
2023-05-0213 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle44. Time Management for TPT Sellers: Your Key to Juggling it AllSend us a text! (Your number stays private)As a TPT Seller, the right time management tips can make or break your daily success in juggling all the hats you wear. It's critical to have simple ways to save time in your business because we could all use more hours in the day.To successfully juggle it all, you must have planned ahead of time to make the most of the time you have, and I'm sharing the exact time-saving hacks I use in my own business to get more done!...
2023-04-2513 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle43. Why Pinterest is Still Relevant for TPT Sellers Today with Kate AhlSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you wondered if Pinterest is even worth your time as a TPT Seller? This episode will cover all you need to know about how Pinterest works in 2023!Today’s guest is Kate Ahl, the owner of Simple Pin Media, and she has nearly ten years of supporting clients with Pinterest for their businesses. Kate loves teaching others how to add Pinterest to their marketing strategy to see long-term growth without feeling overwhelmed.In today’s episode, Kate shares why Pinterest is worth our time in 2...
2023-04-1832 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle42. Adding Lead Magnets to Your Site and Managing Multiple Lead Magnets [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you need help with managing multiple lead magnets in your TPT business? I'm sharing a four-step process for managing multiple email opt-ins for your list.Most teacher sellers have more lead magnets than other types of online business owners. As you may have already figured out, it can very quickly become overwhelming to try and balance them all. In today’s episode, I’ve got you covered with a four-step process to help you manage multiple lead magnets effectively. Plus, we'll dive into why gener...
2023-04-1110 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle41. From Writer's Block to Inbox Gold: Email Marketing with Kate Doster [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you tired of staring at a blank screen with a blinking cursor when it's time to write your emails? I've got you covered with this episode as we dive into how to take your email marketing to the next level.Today's guest is Kate Doster, the creator of the Love Your List 2.0 Email Marketing Mega Course and an all-around email marketing expert! Kate's approach is different from the usual "bro-tactics". Instead, her approach focuses on building trust and connection with her email list subscribers.
2023-04-0444 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle40. Start an Email List in 3 Steps [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you ready to start an email list for your TPT business but need help figuring out where to start? I'm breaking it down into three simple steps to start without feeling overwhelmed!As we all know, social media algorithms are constantly changing, and TPT needs to give us a way to contact our buyers. Creating an email list is essential for having a way to reach our audiences. In today's episode, we are diving into the three simple steps for starting your email list, h...
2023-03-2813 minNo Set Path: Entertainment Break-In Stories02 - Pitching Matt Damon & Producing for FINNEAS w/ Kristen Brancaccio (SXSW, VMAs, Project Greenlight)Kristen Brancaccio is a writer, director, and VMA-nominated producer. Her recent projects include music videos for artists including the Oscar-winning FINNEAS, Ke$ha, Usher, and a video for Ben Abraham that screened at SXSW 2023, directed by Jillian Bell and starring Charlie Day and Mary Elizabeth Ellis.
In this episode we cover:
- How Kristen went from not knowing anyone in LA to cultivating a robust Hollywood rolodex
- How she ended up having her first-ever pitch meeting opposite Matt Damon and Ben Affleck
- Her experience with programs like Project Greenlight, AT...
2023-03-221h 06The Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle39. Spring Cleaning for Your WebsiteSend us a text! (Your number stays private)In many ways, as a TPT Seller, your website acts as your digital classroom. Just like our real classrooms, we need to dedicate time to giving it a thorough cleaning. What better time to do this than the season of renewal…spring! So, let’s do some spring cleaning, website style, and get our websites organized and decluttered.To keep your space tidy and your visitors engaged, you need to keep it fresh, organized, and up to date. By taking action in advance, you can be confident that...
2023-03-2111 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle38. Formatting Blog Posts for Better SEO & ReadabilitySend us a text! (Your number stays private)As TPT Sellers, the ultimate goal is to attract more visitors and potential customers to our website, but how can we do it? By learning to use SEO best practices with our blog formatting strategy!When using good SEO, it’s like waving a magic wand to get more people to visit your website or your blog posts on their own, just from a search. Without it, your website is like a needle in a haystack…hard to find, and easy to forget! In today’s episo...
2023-03-1413 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle37. Lynda Williams' Journey to TPT Success with Website and TPT SEOSend us a text! (Your number stays private)How can working on TPT SEO grow your teacher seller business and your website traffic? Our guest Linda Williams is sharing how even someone who isn't a digital native can excel when tweaking key components of her SEO practices.Today's guest is Linda Williams, the owner of Teaching Science with Linda R Williams. Linda has been a teacher for over 34 years, and she's been selling science resources on TPT since 2013. Linda has grown her TPT business by learning and implementing SEO strategies. In today's episode...
2023-03-0731 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen DoyleBonus Episode: My Thoughts on IXL Acquiring TPTSend us a text! (Your number stays private)In this bonus episode of the Savvy Teacher Seller podcast, I'm getting real about the recent acquisition of TeachersPayTeachers by IXL and how it's been causing stress within the teacher seller community (myself included). As a fellow teacher seller, I understand how unsettling this news can be, but I want to provide some reassurance and perspective on the situation.We talk about the three possible scenarios that may arise from the acquisition, and share our thoughts on how we can best cope with the changes that may...
2023-03-0308 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle36. The Top 3 Data Points to Track in Your TPT DashboardSend us a text! (Your number stays private)How can you make sense of your TPT dashboard and use the information to increase your earnings? There are certain data points that you should be focusing on, and I’m breaking them down for you inside this episode.This data can make or break your TPT business, so it's time to stop resisting the numbers and learn how to use the information to make the best data-driven decisions! There are three metrics in particular that I'm zoning in on today. You'll also hear how to adjust yo...
2023-02-2814 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle35. Teacher Seller Story: How Melissa Martinez Scales Her Store Working Only a Few Hours a DaySend us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you constantly running out of time, trying to juggle motherhood and your TPT business? You're not alone! But, the good news is that it's possible to achieve a balance that you feel good about, and today's episode is about how one teacher seller is making it all happen.Today's guest is Melissa Martinez, the owner of That One Cheerful Classroom. Melissa started as an upper elementary teacher and is now a work-from-home mom, but only works a few hours a day. When she started taking her...
2023-02-2130 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle34. Teacher Seller Story: How Keira Lebrón uses Data & SEO to Grow Her Spanish TPT StoreSend us a text! (Your number stays private)We all know how important data and SEO are to our business growth, but it's always fascinating to hear firsthand how a fellow teacher seller is finding success! Our guest Keira is sharing how she utilizes her TPT store data to grow her Spanish TPT store.The best part of Keira's journey is that she has seen massive growth by focusing on her existing products rather than constantly creating many new ones. Keira Lebrón has been selling on TPT since 2017, supporting middle and high school Spanish l...
2023-02-1427 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle33. PDFs, JPEGs, & Videos, oh my! Which Type of Preview is Best for Your TPT Products?Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you need help choosing which TPT preview is best for your products? Why are previews so important, and how much time should you put into them? These are common questions among TPT sellers, for a good reason! As you've probably heard, your product preview is one of the most important parts of your listings. Data shows that customers are 60% more likely to purchase a product with a TPT preview than without, and that's not even factoring in using the optimal type. I'm diving into...
2023-02-0711 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle32: Lessons Learned from Factory Resetting My MacBookSend us a text! (Your number stays private)What's your worst nightmare as a TPT seller? Losing everything on your computer is probably at the top of your list! I learned the hard way when I had to factory reset my Macbook, and I'm here to share my lessons.This mishap was a seriously stressful experience, with many moving pieces. But it also taught me some valuable lessons I want to share with you to help you avoid this in the future!By putting these best practices in place now, you'll never have...
2023-01-3115 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle31. 20 Chrome Extensions for Teacher SellersSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you tired of wasting time and feeling like there's not enough hours in the day to get everything done? I'm raising my hand with you! That's why today I’m sharing my Top 20 Google Chrome extensions for TPT sellers (and really any online entrepreneurs). Believe it or not, something as simple as a Chrome extension can really help you save time, increase productivity, and generally make your TPT life so much easier. And we can all use as much "easy" as we can get!
2023-01-2416 min
The Kristen Smith Podcast40. Do You Really Need a Custom Brand & Website? Guest Interview With Miranda DoyleYou can run a business without a website and branding, but how far will that get you?
Having a custom brand and website puts your business on a whole new level, and you might be surprised to know just how much of an increase in success your business can have when you do this the right way!
Today, Miranda Doyle is teaching us all about what it looks like to work with a custom brand and web designer and helping us understand all of the benefits that come with doing so.
Want to co...
2023-01-1726 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle30. How to Use Chrome's Multiple Profiles as a Teacher SellerSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you need help to keep your personal and business life separated? Today I am talking about a super helpful tool that can help you streamline and organize your business and personal life, and that is using the Chrome multiple profiles available in the Google Chrome browser.If you are like many teacher sellers, you probably use Google Chrome as your go-to web browser for both personal and professional purposes. If you don't, I highly recommend trying it out. No matter which browser you use, projects can...
2023-01-1713 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle29. 3 Free AI Tools for Digital Creators & How to Use ThemSend us a text! (Your number stays private)What's something that all of us teacher sellers have in common? We're busy, busy, busy! If you love learning new ways to streamline your business and save you time, then I have a feeling you'll be all ears for today's episode. I'm sharing all about how you can use AI, or artificial intelligence, to get more done in less time.Many of these AI tools are beginning to gain traction, and for good reason. They can be used to help with customer service, social media content, podcasting...
2023-01-1017 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle28. 23 TPT Seller Tips for 2023Send us a text! (Your number stays private)This is our first episode of 2023, and we're kicking things off with a collection of 23 TPT seller tips. This list includes some of my best pieces of advice, as well as words of wisdom straight from the mouths of teacher sellers like you.These TPT seller tips are for both new and veteran teachers, and include a lot of things that I wish I knew from the very beginning of my seller journey. They range from the importance of taking holidays off, to how to know when...
2023-01-0324 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle27. Google Drive & Gmail Organization Tips to Help You Start Fresh in 2023 with Dara SklarSend us a text! (Your number stays private)When you open your gmail inbox, do you feel an immediate rush of overwhelm? Would you be embarrassed for someone to see the inside of your Google Drive? If you answered yes, then today's episode just might change your life!I often describe my inbox as a dumpster fire. Even when I take the time to get it organized, and get rid of unwanted emails, I can never seem to actually keep it that way. I know that so many other teacher sellers feel the same way...
2022-12-2757 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle26. TPT Store Audit with Erin Waters from School of SellersSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you ever wish that you could get honest feedback about your TPT store from an experienced teacher seller? A store audit may be just what you need! You'll get to learn exactly what a store audit looks like in today's special episode.This is a unique episode because it's originally from the School of Sellers podcast, hosted by Erin Waters. It's a store audit that Erin did for TPT seller, Jennifer Darrell from La Profesora Inspiradora. Erin and I used to do live store audits together...
2022-12-2036 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle25. Creating a Top Notch Customer Experience [Selling on Your Site Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Today's episode is part three in our "selling on your site" podcast series. In episode 23, I shared what to consider before taking the leap in opening your website store. Then, in episode 24, Katherine Tucker joined me for a discussion all about the ins and outs of sales tax for teacher sellers.Now that you know about starting your website store, and how to handle sales tax, let's move on to the next big question of, How do you create an amazing customer experience in your website store?
2022-12-1322 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle24. Sales Taxes for Teacher Sellers with Katherine Tucker [Selling on Your Site Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)More and more teacher sellers are beginning to expand their offerings by opening website stores, selling physical products, or creating courses and memberships. If you fall into this category, there’s a very important topic that you need to know about - sales tax for teacher sellers.We need to know the ins and outs of sales tax so that we can ensure we’re doing what’s necessary to keep our business in compliance with the laws around sales tax. This can be kind of a scary...
2022-12-0630 min
School of Sellers: TPT Strategies, Tips, + Seller StoriesHow to Deal With Search Algorithm Changes (with Kristen Doyle)This week, we are doing things differently with a podcast swap with an episode from SEO expert Kristen Doyle. She is taking over the podcast today to tell us all we need to know about algorithm changes when running our TPT businesses. Kristen is the host of the Savvy Teacher Seller Podcast and constantly shares the importance of SEO for a good reason! A solid SEO strategy can boost you to the top of search results for your resources and products, whether you’re on Google, TPT, Amazon, Etsy, or YouTube. The key is understanding the search al...
2022-12-0513 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle23. 6 Things to Consider Before Opening a Website Store [Selling On Your Site]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you ever considered opening a website store as a way to diversify your income and sell your resources somewhere other than TPT? This has been a hot topic among teacher sellers lately, and for good reason! Opening a store on your own website can be a super smart business strategy, and one that many sellers have found success with.However, there are lots of things to consider before taking the leap on opening your website store. You have to think about things like the tech, the...
2022-11-2918 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle22. Choosing the Best Opt In Freebie for Email List Building [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)The last couple of episodes have been a part of a special email marketing series, and today marks the third and final episode in this series!In case you missed the first two, episode 20 was all about making the most of your email marketing, and episode 21 focused on the difference between a free resource library and individual opt-ins. By now we know the why of email marketing, and the importance of email list building, so let’s dive a little deeper into the how. Inside the...
2022-11-2214 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle21. Free Resource Library vs. Individual Opt-ins [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)There are lots of effective ways to build your email list, but what’s the best way for you? Two of the top list-building methods are to use a free resource library or to create an individual opt in. If you’re wondering which of the two you should go with, the truth is, there are pros and cons to each of these strategies! You are the only one who can decide which fits your business needs the best. 🙌🏼While I can’t choose for you, I’m her...
2022-11-1515 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle20. Making the Most of Your Email Marketing with Melissa Seideman [Email Series]Send us a text! (Your number stays private)How confident are you in your email marketing methods? If you’ve been a TPT seller for awhile, then you’ve likely heard about how important email marketing really is. It’s a platform that can be leveraged to build relationships with your ideal customers, and ultimately increase your sales. To put it simply, email should be at the top of your list of marketing priorities.Sometimes, however, we aren’t utilizing it as much as we could be and it just feels like yet another thing that you...
2022-11-0834 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle19. Let's Talk Facebook Ads for TPT Sellers with Amanda KuchlenzSend us a text! (Your number stays private)If you know me, then you know that I am all about growing your business with passive income strategies and organic marketing, such as SEO. However, there’s an exception to every rule! Running Facebook ads are my exception.My friend and marketing strategist, Amanda Kuchlenz, joins me today to do a deep dive into Facebook ads for TPT sellers. Whether you’ve run ads before, or you have yet to take that step, you’re going to love this conversation because she covers tips for both. Amanda...
2022-11-0134 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle18. How to Maintain Your WordPress WebsiteSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Are you a teacher seller with a WordPress website? If you are, or are thinking about creating one, I’ve got some important advice for you! Launching a website is a lot of work, and I don’t want you to ever experience the total panic that will ensue if something happens to it. The scary reality is that lots of unfortunate things can happen to your website that we want to avoid. It could be a beautiful blog post that completely disappears, or a plugin that stop...
2022-10-2517 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle17. 3 Signs You Need to Update Your TPT Product… Now!Send us a text! (Your number stays private)If you have been a TPT seller for some time now, then you probably have lots of products that have been in your store for quite awhile. As nice as it would be to create a product one time and never have to touch it again, we all know that’s not the case. If you find yourself wondering whether or not it’s time to update your TPT product, you’ll gain some clarity in today’s episode.I’ll share three clear signs that you need to up...
2022-10-1812 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle16. Using SEO to Drive Traffic to Your Store & Blog with Jessica DavaultSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Your identity goes beyond being a TPT seller. You are teachers, spouses, parents, siblings, and friends. Balancing all of these roles in addition to being a business owner can feel like an impossible task. One thing is for sure. Time is not something that you seem to have an abundance of!The things that you choose to spend your limited time on is what can make all the difference in your business growth. When it comes to increasing sales in your TPT store, the key is getting...
2022-10-1137 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle15. The Power of TPT SEO & Niching Down with Arlene MeckesSend us a text! (Your number stays private)There are lots of options for strategies to market and grow your business, and sometimes it’s difficult to know where to put your time and energy. You want to focus on the things that will actually move your business forward, and it probably comes as no surprise when I tell you that leveraging SEO is one of those things that absolutely will pay off. But don’t just take it from me!Today I have Arlene Meckes on The Savvy Teacher Seller to share her experience with...
2022-10-0424 min
SelfieREDEFINING “PERFECT” WITH GLENNON DOYLEWe are revisiting a conversation with author and speaker Glennon Doyle about letting go of expectations and redefining “perfect”, and her new book Untamed. We love Ritual vitamins, but did you know they have a new probiotic product? Ritual’s Synbiotic+ is science-backed and research-stacked. Their delayed-release capsule is designed to help reach the colon (not the stomach), an ideal place for probiotics to survive and grow. Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/SELFIE to start Ritual or add Synbiotic+ to your subscription today.MDbio is a plant-base...
2022-10-0330 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle14. Selling on TPT Without Social MediaSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Where are my introverted teacher sellers? I know there’s many of you out there, and as a result, you may find social media to be extremely draining.It can be a lot of pressure to run a business that relies on sales, and selling on TPT is no exception. We tend to feel like we have to be cranking out content 24/7 on Instagram in order to bring in new customers. While creating reels, and showing up on Instagram stories every single day may be something that yo...
2022-09-2725 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle13. From Accidental Entrepreneur to Growing Intentionally with Caroline St. AmourSend us a text! (Your number stays private)TPT sellers, raise your hand if you’ve ever referred to yourself as an "accidental entrepreneur". So many of us can relate to this phrase because most of us didn’t start our TPT stores thinking it would turn into a real business that brings in consistent income.Maybe you started out because you were a customer on TPT and realized, hey, I can do this! So you decided to start creating resources that would help teachers and students while also making a little extra money to pay...
2022-09-2028 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle12. 5 Ways to Increase Your TPT Conversion RateSend us a text! (Your number stays private)If you know me then you know that I could talk about SEO, and how to leverage it for your business, all day long. However, there’s something else that teacher sellers like you really need to be doing in order to maximize your results and boost your sales. Can you guess what it is? It’s optimizing your product listings for better TPT conversion rates!You see, SEO will bring traffic to your product listings, but that alone won’t increase your sales. We need to...
2022-09-1314 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle11. How to Deal with Search Algorithm ChangesSend us a text! (Your number stays private)You’ve heard me talk again and again about the importance of SEO, and for good reason! A solid SEO strategy can boost you to the top of search results for your resources and products whether you’re on Google, TPT, Amazon, Etsy, or YouTube. The key is understanding the search algorithm for the platform you’re on. Frustration often occurs when algorithm changes pop up, which has been happening a lot this year on both Google and TPT. As TPT sellers, I know a lot of you are...
2022-09-0615 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle10. WordPress Plugins You Shouldn't InstallSend us a text! (Your number stays private)On episode 9 of The Savvy Teacher Seller, I shared my top 5 plugins that you should have on your WordPress site. Yes, certain plugins are a must when it comes to adding functionality to your website. However, the problems begin when you are using too many plugins, or the wrong ones!Sometimes I work on a client’s website and see that they have 50+ active plugins, and most of them just aren’t necessary. It’s time to Marie Kondo your plugins and get rid of the ones that a...
2022-08-3016 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle9. 5 Must-Have Plugins for Every WordPress SiteSend us a text! (Your number stays private)One of the most frequently asked questions that I get from TPT sellers is, what are the must-have WordPress plugins that I should have for my website? If you’ve had the same question, then today is your lucky day because I’m answering it in this episode, as well as why the right plugins are so important!If you have a WordPress website for your teacher seller business, then it’s important to know that you want to keep your site as lightweight as possible. This will e...
2022-08-2315 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle8. What's Going on with Google Analytics 4?Send us a text! (Your number stays private)Have you heard the buzz around Google Analytics 4? If not, I'm here to fill you in about the recent announcement that was made.In short, the tracking code that most of our websites use to track analytics is being shut down. Everyone will be required to use the new Google Analytics 4 tracking to track their website data beginning July 1, 2023. Depending on when you're reading this, that date may seem far away. However, there are specific things I recommend that you do now to prepare for this change.
2022-08-1612 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle7. Boost Your Sales with Featured Testimonials on TPTSend us a text! (Your number stays private)As teacher sellers, we know that things are constantly changing and evolving. One of the latest updates is featured testimonials on TPT. If you’re a words of affirmation girl like I am, you’re going to love this!Since I’ve been part of the beta for these featured testimonials, I’ve had the opportunity to play around with this new feature for the past few weeks and want to share my thoughts (and excitement) with you.Featured testimonials on TPT brings a lot of new o...
2022-08-0914 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle6. Let's Talk TPT Data with Jarrett VaucherSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Ya’ll are in for a treat today because this is my very first guest episode! Better yet, we’re talking to someone who loves TPT data just as much as I do.Jarrett Vaucher is on the show to chat about why TPT data is so incredibly important for growth in your business. When you get into the habit of being intentional about tracking your data, it will allow you to make data-driven decisions that will really move the needle in your business over time. In fact...
2022-08-0232 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle5. 3 Things to do in Your Store Before the TPT SaleSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Time to get ready for back to school season already? Whether we like it or not, it’s right around the corner, and may have even already arrived for some of you! This means that the back to school rush and TPT sale is coming soon. Let’s go ahead and get our stores ready now so that this season can be a profitable one for your business. If you're unsure of where to start, I'm going to tell you exactly what to do in your store befor...
2022-07-2612 minThe Savvy Seller with Kristen Doyle4. Using the TPT Note to FollowersSend us a text! (Your number stays private)Do you use the TPT note to followers? Like so many other teacher sellers, maybe you feel like there’s no point because it seems like no one opens them anyway. I used to think the same thing. However, I’ve started using it more consistently and I’m happy to report that it’s paying off in my store! The results aren’t always immediate, but they are there. Not only is it leading to more product sales, but also to new subscribers on my email list.
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