On this week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I share why another TPT seller may be more successful than you. There are lots of individual factors that play into a seller's level of achievement, but this episode gets into what can set you apart from someone exactly like you. 

In this episode, I discuss:

• What can separate one seller from another
• How stores can appear to be the same on the surface level
• Which strategies create a thriving store
• What to ask yourself in order to identify areas with room for improvement
• How to better your current and future products

Let this episode guide you through some self reflection to pinpoint your store’s shortcomings and how to fix them! These changes could be what turn your products into top sellers. 

Join me on Instagram @TerrificSellingTactics for more tips, tricks, and honest talks 

Join The Terrific Teacherpreneur Facebook Group to connect with other sellers and me

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On this week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I share how your niche may be hurting you. Yes, a niche is important to your business, however considering the flip side of how it negatively impacts your sales is eye opening!

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why a narrow niche has benefits over a broad one
• What makes some niches challenging
• Why your niche may evolve over time
• How to make informed decisions to guide your focus
• Why certain marketing platforms might not help your niche

Don’t take your struggles personally! It’s time to closely examine your resources and data in order to strengthen your niche!

Join me on Instagram @TerrificSellingTactics for more tips, tricks, and honest talks. 

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In this week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss how to apply expert marketing strategies to your TPT business. 

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why you should highlight the benefits your products produce
• How to incorporate the verbatim affect into TPT marketing
• How to build trust and credibility with buyers
• How to organize your resources with the clustering technique
• Ways scarcity marketing can be applied to TPT stores
• An interesting take on pricing psychology
• Insights from Predictably Irrational by Dr. Dan Ariely

Keep in mind that your TPT buyers are just like any other consumer. Use these marketing strategies to effectively promote your products!

Join me on Instagram @TerrificSellingTactics

Predictably Irrational by Dr. Dan Ariely

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In this week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, learn the actions you can take to authentically grow your TpT following. More followers on TpT means your products reach a larger audience of interested buyers. 

In this episode, I discuss:

• Ways to ask others to follow you (without begging)
• How filling your store with quality products increases your following
• Why a defined niche is important to your following
• The key mindset when it comes to TpT follower growth

Listen in and follow my lead to grow your TpT following and increase your sales!

Podcast episodes mentioned in this episode - 
Why You Need To Make Product Lines
Market on TpT
How To Get Your Freebies Into The TpT Newsletter

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This week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur is part two of the advice column series. I dive into listeners’ burning questions to help them take their TpT selling to the next level. 

In this episode, I offer advice on:

• How narrow does a niche need to be?
• How to generate original product ideas in a saturated space
• Best ways to use SEO in your store
• How to choose long-tail keywords
• Best ways to use the TpT Custom URL Builder

Listen in to benefit from my tips on these common teacher-author dilemmas!

Sign up for the weekly newsletter here to receive my free Pinterest cheatsheet for more guidance on keyword usage.

Looking to learn more about SEO? Listen to my episode with Tanya Marshall. 

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, yours truly offers TPT seller advice for listeners who wrote in. There is something in this episode for everyone to take away and implement in order to overcome common seller stumbling blocks. 

In this episode, I offer advice on:

• How to stand out and succeed in a saturated niche
• Ways to gain repeat buyers
• The best way to start a blog for your business
• How to grow your social platforms to expand your audience and increase sales

We all run into obstacles as TPT sellers. This episode is about addressing them to keep you moving forward on the path to success! 

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People are always saying 'focus on making quality TpT products!'
In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I answer the question you've probably been dying to ask, 'What is a quality TpT product, anyway?"

In this episode, I discuss:

• The elements that make your product visually appealing
• What makes a quality product for students
• What your buyers are looking for

This episode is jam packed with tips, so be sure to bring a notepad!

Check out the Facebook group here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, it's time for some real talk. Perhaps you've just started your TpT store or a new marketing platform in the last year, but it's not going to plan.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why you shouldn't expect overnight success
• The things that slow your growth in your first year on a platform
• The fact that you're not alone in your struggles

This episode is all about tough love, which sometimes we need!

Struggling to grow your store or Pinterest? Check out my TPT seller course and Pinterest course.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I encourage you to take a break from all the marketing platforms and actually market on TpT itself!

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why updating your TpT listings is a must
• Features on TpT for reaching and rewarding your followers
• Features on TpT for reaching new buyers

In this episode, I give you permission to take a break from those marketing platforms that are exhausting (and don't make you money)!

Need feedback on your listings? Sign up for my coaching here. I'll let you know what needs to be tweaked!

Blog posts with tips for updating your listings -
Covers
Thumbnails
Descriptions
Previews

Be sure to check out previous podcast episodes on these topics too.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I'm talking all about the importance of product lines and how they can be profitable for your TpT store.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What a product line is
• The types of product lines you can make (I share a big list of ideas!)
• Why product lines are so impactful for sellers
• Why product lines are beneficial for buyers

Product lines are a great business decision, so definitely give them a shot!

Grab my free Pinterest cheat sheet here.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I offer some guidance on Pinterest.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why I'm still using Pinterest
• An example of how Pinterest helped one of my products
• Why Pinterest might not be right for you
• Things that might be holding you back

Whether or not to persevere with Pinterest is a personal decision. Ultimately, the decision is on you, my friend!

Check out my Pinterest course here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I give tips for pricing your products on Teachers Pay Teachers.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Mindset shifts and truths when it comes to pricing
• The psychology of pricing
• Tips to avoid overcharging
• Tips to avoid undercharging

Pricing products on TpT is tricky, hopefully these tips help!

Feel free to ask for guidance on pricing in my Facebook group here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I've got an analogy for you. Yep, I compare running a TPT business to growing vegetables!

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why you shouldn't try to 'do it all' in your business
• How to decide where to spend your time
• What you should take on as a new seller
• Advice for balancing everything as a seasoned seller

Are you juggling too many things? Perhaps it's time to fix that.

Check out my coaching here if you'd like some guidance.
Take my short quiz to find your perfect marketing platform match! 

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I share how to take high quality photos of your resources. This episode will encourage you to take photos if you aren’t already doing so, or help improve your current practice to boost your sales.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why product photography is non-negotiable
• The elements of a high quality photo
• How to edit your photos
• How to showcase your products
• What equipment is essential to product photography

Investing the time to take quality product photos is bound to pay off in the long run! Apply these tips to up your photography game.

Giveaway
Enter the product photography giveaway with Paula on the Terrific Teacherpreneur Facebook page.

Check out Paula’s product photography portfolio and get in touch with her.

View photography equipment recommended by other sellers

Listen to The Power of Product Photography With Kelly Harvill

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2022 is here, how exciting! Welcome to season 2 of 'The Terrific Teacherpreneur' podcast.

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I give 5 tips for growing your TPT store this year.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Impactful product creation that actually brings you money
• Which of your existing products to optimize
• Why you should stop marketing
• Investing time and/or money
• How to scale your business (tips for seasoned sellers)

These 5 tips will be super impactful, are you ready to try them?

Check out my coaching here if you'd like some guidance.

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FYI - The Terrific Teacherpreneur podcast will be having a break over December/Christmas! This is the last episode of the year and the next episode will be in January 2022. 
Have a wonderful Christmas and New Years! - Alex.

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about setting business goals for the new year.

In this episode, I discuss:

• The importance of setting goals in your business
• My goal setting journey/process
• How I stay on track with my goals
• My goals for 2021 and 2022

Go and set yourself some goals for 2022. You've got this!

Check out my coaching here if you'd like some guidance.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I have a special episode for you! In celebration of 50 episodes of the podcast, I've created a special collaborative episode. I reached out to some amazingly successful teacher authors and asked for their advice on running a TPT business.

In this episode, I share their tips about:

• Getting your resources seen (when they aren't ranking well)
• The fears that hold us back from our success
• What you should be focusing on (and what you should avoid)
• Finding what brings you passion
• Checklists, schedules, and finding a balance

 
Thank you so much to the sweet people who shared their wisdom and golden nuggets! You can check out these 5 amazing people here -

Michelle Griffo From Apples and ABC's
My Teaching Pal
Hojo's Teaching Adventures
Tara West From Little Minds At Work
Deanna Jump

Don't forget:
If you need advice on your business or 1:1 support, check out my coaching here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about aesthetics with Eden from An Apple For Eden.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Colors, color palettes, and color schemes
• The importance of branding on Teachers Pay Teachers
• Tips for taking and editing top notch Instagram selfies

 
Eden has done an amazing job with her branding, so I hope you feel inspired!

Connect with Eden -
Follow her on Instagram here.
Check out her TPT store here.

If you're looking for help with your branding, check out my 1:1 coaching here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about trademark and copyright in the world of TPT.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What the terms 'trademark' and 'copyright' mean
• How to make sure you don't get into trouble when creating new products
• Why being original and unique will help to grow your business
• The first step to take if someone copies you
• Why this topic means so much to me and the overall effect it has on Teachers Pay Teachers

I'm not a lawyer and this is not legal advice, but this conversation needs to happen.

Reach out to me on Instagram here if you need to talk.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about how to balance parenting and running a business with Arianna Vernier.

In this episode, we discuss:

• 5 tips to make running a business as a parent doable
• The hardest part of working from home with your kids (and how to overcome it)
• How to manage the guilt of neglecting your family or business

 
Arianna give lots of amazing productivity tips about schedules and time blocking that are helpful even if you aren't a parent!

Connect with Arianna -
Follow her on Instagram here.
Listen to her podcast here.
Try her workshop here.

Don't forget to:
Seek advice in my Facebook group here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about the power of investing in your business.

In this episode, I discuss:

• The big mistake I made for years and how it stunted my growth
• Why investing in your business is so crucial
• A list of what exactly you can invest in (and when it's the right time to invest)

Sometimes you gotta spend money to make money.

Read the blog post version of this episode here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, it's time for some real talk. I discuss why your business is failing (or not growing in the way you imagined).

In this episode, I discuss:

• How taking on too many things is often to blame
• Why you should be spending your time on the profitable things

Spend your time wisely, my friend.

Join my supportive Facebook group here.
Take my short quiz to find your perfect marketing platform match! 

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I give tips for how to get your freebies featured in the weekly Teachers Pay Teachers newsletter.

In this episode, I discuss:

• How to increase your chances of getting in
• How to make money once you get featured

Good luck with your submissions!

Sign up for my free Pinterest cheat sheet here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk all about Instagram with Jamie Jasperson.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Creating valuable content and the power of using stories
• Tips for hashtags and how to write captions
• The importance of connection and building relationships

 
We also give a pep talk about not chasing followers, so have a listen!

Connect with Jamie -
Follow her on Instagram here.
Join her Facebook group here.

Don't forget to:
See my Instagram tips here.

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This week on The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I’m celebrating 150 episodes of the show with words of wisdom from TPT sellers who are ranked in the top 500 sellers. Grab a pen and paper because this episode is full of advice you’ll want to hold on to!

In this episode, I share:

• What accomplished sellers feel helped them achieve their success
• Why it’s important not to spread yourself too thin
• How to create resources that teachers can’t pass up
• Why unique product creation is key to building your store
• How SEO holds the power to be a game changer

Thank you for being here for 150 episodes! This community is so special, and I hope this episode leaves you feeling inspired.

Join me on Instagram for more tips and tricks.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I'm talking all about the power of idea pins on Pinterest.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What an idea pin is
• Why you should be creating them
• Time saving tips for making them
• The importance of diversifying your content

If you'd like to know how to actually make and upload idea pins, check out my Pinterest course for TPT sellers.

Check out my course Terrific Pinning here.
Sign up for my free Pinterest cheat sheet here.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about the importance of having a narrow niche with Savannah Campbell.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How having a niche helped Savannah quickly grow her store 
• Why having a focused niche helps increase your sales
• Tips for succeeding on Instagram (having a niche is important here too)!

 

As the saying goes, 'niches get the riches!'
I pronounce niche as 'neesh' instead of 'nitch'...but the important thing is that the saying is true!

Don't forget to:
Check out my coaching here.

Connect with Savannah -
Check out her TPT store here.
Visit her website here.
Follow her on Instagram here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I have a special episode for you! In celebration of 40 episodes of the podcast, I've created a special collaborative episode. I reached out to some amazing people on the teachergram and asked them for their secrets to Instagram success!

In this episode, I share their tips about:

• Being YOU, being authentic, and providing value
• The importance of consistency and using stories
• The value of aesthetics and branding
• Why you need to engage and connect with others

 
Thank you so much to the sweet people who shared their wisdom and golden nuggets! You can check out these 10 amazing people here -

@thedenniscrew
@booksbabblesbows
@thebeachclassroom
@uniquelyupper
@misslearningbee
@myteachingpal
@anappleforeden
@crayon_lane_teach
@longwinglearning
@sunnydayspeech

Don't forget to:
Message me on Instagram here to let me know if you liked this special episode format.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about using data to make profitable decisons when it comes to product creation, optimizing existing listings, and marketing resources.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Making data informed decisions about which products to make in future
• Using data to decide which products and listings to update
• Deciding where to market and spend your time

 

I know what you're thinking...
"Data is boring! I hate numbers! It's overwhelming! I don't have the time!"
Hopefully this episode helps!

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about Instagram growth hacks, strategies, and trends with Amanda from Sublime Little Scholars.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Tips for giveaways 
• Whether you should do follow loops and engagement pods
• Tips for posts, captions, and hashtags
• The big Instagram story mistake lots of people make

 
There is a lot of pressure on Instagram to hit 10k followers. In a panicked effort to grow our accounts, this causes us to make a lot of mistakes. Well, no more!

Don't forget to:
Join my email list here to hear about new podcast episodes!

Check out Amanda:
Grab the teacher business planner here.
Follow her on Instagram here.
Check out her TPT store here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about how to write copy in your TPT descriptions, social media captions, blog posts, and emails.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Addressing pain points and solving problems
• Being personable and telling stories

 

Don't forget to:
Check out my coaching here.

No, wait. that goes against everything that I just taught you in this episode! How about this instead...

Are you struggling to make sales on Teachers Pay Teachers? Do you feel like you’re putting in a lot of time and effort but not seeing the results?

Perhaps you’re a new seller and you’re struggling with how to make sales.

Or perhaps you’ve been selling for years but you’re seeing a plateau in your sales.

I know how that feels. I made $2.70 my first month on TPT. For the next few years, my growth was slow and TPT was just a side hustle (and not a very profitable one at that, my friend)!

Well, I decided that enough was enough. I started to learn how to make my products actually sell and now I'm able to sell on TPT full time.

I began coaching so that I could help others achieve their potential. Let's grow your business together. Start today.


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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the power of previews on TPT when it comes to improving your conversions, increasing your sales, and getting better reviews.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What a preview is and what it should include
• Why you need great previews
• How to make a preview
• How to protect your preview

Did you know that, according to TPT, over 60% of buyers won't purchase without seeing a preview?

Don't forget to:
Read the blog post version here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the pricing mistake that I've made in my TPT store.

In this episode, I discuss:

• The pricing mistake (that has cost me a lot of money)
• Why you should be making higher priced items and bundles 
• Why buyers purchase items at certain prices 

In order to make $100, wouldn't you rather sell a $50 resource twice, than sell a $1 resource one hundred times?

Don't forget to:
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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the mindset traps that we fall into as teacher business owners.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why we need to stop chasing overnight success
• The truth about other sellers and their success
• Why steady growth is actually a good thing 
• Real talk about my struggles as a business owner

We beat ourselves up for not achieving unrealistic expectations. It's time to stop!

Don't forget to:
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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the massive impact that product updating has.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why updating your products is so important
• Which products you should update for the best return on investment
• The 3 steps to product updating
• My framework for updating products
• How to update products and listings to increase your sales

Updating your existing TPT products is a great return on investment, so it's important to schedule time to do it.

Sign up for my weekly TPT tips and Pinterest cheat sheet here.

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This week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur podcast is about using description upsells on your TPT listings. In this episode, I share tips about this easy revenue generating strategy.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What description upsells are
• Why you should try it
• Where exactly the links should go
• What description upsells look like
• Why UTMs are worth using
• How many links you should add
• What other resources you should link to (content and price-wise)
• A reminder about how the TPT app can hinder you

This is a quick task that you can do on your TPT listings that can definitely increase your revenue, so it's something to do when you are editing a listing or uploading a new resource from now on!

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I give some quick tips for creating effective TPT covers.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why covers are so important to your success on TPT
• Tips for creating appealing covers that lead to sales
• The marketing misconception that a lot of sellers have

Covers are the first impression that a buyer gets of your product and first impressions matter.

You can read the blog post version of this episode here.
Check out my free course about covers here.

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Are you ready for some real talk? In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, things are a little different. I open up publicly for the first time and tell you my story of leaving the classroom.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why l left the classroom
• My struggles with mental health
• My experience being broke and how it now shapes my business
• How I transitioned into being a full-time TPT seller

If you're struggling with teaching, you're not alone.

Need someone to talk to?
Message me on Instagram here. I'm here to support you.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk all about Facebook Groups with Facebook Groups strategist Brittany Verlenich.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The etiquette of being in a Facebook group
• How to know when you are ready to start your own group
• The benefit of having a Facebook group as a TPT seller
• Tips for starting a group and how to grow it
• Ideas for how to keep people engaged in your group

Facebook groups are the hottest thing on Facebook right now, so join the party!

Don't forget to:
Check out Brittany on Instagram here.
Join Brittany's Facebook group here.

Make sure that you're in my facebook group too! Join here.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss email marketing with Sarah Barnett from Simply STEAM.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why you should start an email list
• How Sarah grew her list in only one year
• Lead magnet mistakes to avoid 
• How often you should email your list
• What to send your list
• What’s included in Sarah’s welcome sequence

Email marketing is a great way to reach your audience and build that 'know, like, trust' factor that leads to sales. So, don't underestimate the power of email!

Don't forget to:
Check out Sarah's store here.
Follow Sarah on Instagram and Facebook.

Check out my blog post all about email marketing here.
Want to learn all about email marketing? Check out my course here!

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss SEO with Tanya Marshall from The Butterfly Teacher.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What is SEO?
• Why SEO is so important
• Where to find keywords
• Types of keywords
• Blog post tips (formatting and length)

SEO helps your audience to see your products.  Learn to harness SEO for you business!

Don't forget to:
Check out Tanya's website here.
Check out my website here.

Websites we mentioned:
Mangools
Google Trends

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the power of video previews with Chloe Tascoff.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why video is so powerful and how it helps convert to sales
• Tips for setup and filming
• Advice for editing a video preview
• Whether you need music/sound
• Storage options and apps/programs

Video is becoming more and more popular. Are you ready to join the video revolution? We're doing a focus on video previews in the Facebook group, join us here!

Don't forget to:
Check out Chloe's course Premiere Previews here.

Connect with Chloe here:
Instagram
Facebook Group
Website

Links Chloe mentioned:
Storyblocks
Arkon Phone Mount

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss Facebook page marketing with Kelly Malloy from An Apple For The Teacher.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Kelly grew her Facebook page to over 100,000 followers
• Why you should market on Facebook (is it worth it?)
• How to grow your page
• How often you should post to Facebook
• How often to market your products

Facebook can be a great way to market your resources, are you ready to give it a try?

Don't forget to:
Follow Kelly on Facebook here.
Follow me on Facebook too if you like! Terrific Teaching Tactics or Alexandra Baxter.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I give some quick tips for creating effective TPT thumbnails.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why thumbnails are so crucial to increasing sales
• The psychology behind visuals in the online marketplace
• Do's and don'ts for creating thumbnails

Humans are visual and they have short attention spans. Create quality thumbnails that quickly catch a buyer's eye and secure you a sale!

Don't forget to:
Read the blog post version here.
Please note that my free course is no longer available.
Sign up here to be notified about when my courses are open!

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss productivity with Rainy Barton from Whimsically Musical.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Batching, systems, and workflows
• The pomodoro method
• The ideal day (how your chronotype affects when you are productive)
• Apps and tools (like Trello)

Being productive is crucial to success in this business. Being organized could really bring in the ca-chings!

Don't forget to:
Follow Rainy on Instagram here.
Join my Facebook group here.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I talk about Summer for TPT sellers.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What to do when sales slow down.
• How to make the most of summer and grow your business.
• How I can help you grow this summer.

Summer is an amazing time to work on your business, so make the most of it!

Don't forget to:
Get on the waitlist for the Teacherpreneur Summer Bootcamp here.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

This week’s episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur is about how to avoid that never ending to-do list and subsequent feeling of overwhelm. In this episode, I break down some of your options.

In this episode, I discuss:

• What things YOU should work on
• What things OTHERS should work on
• What things NO-ONE should work on

Tasks can either be done by you, someone else, or they don't get done by anyone. It's time to start assigning those tasks. 

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss tips and tricks for product photography with Kelly Harvill of Speaking of Images.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to stage your photos and effectively use props
• Tips for taking quality photos and recommended gadgets
• Apps and tricks for editing your photos
• How to photograph digital products

I've said it before, and I'll say it again - product photography is a game changer!

Don't forget to:
Follow Kelly on Instagram here.
Grab the 100 free images here.
See my photo tips on Instagram here.

Here is the link to Kelly's Amazon lightbox.

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In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss tips and tricks for writing a TPT product description.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Why descriptions are crucial to your listing
• SEO and types of keywords to use
• How to describe your product
• The importance of being persuasive
• What needs to be at the end of the description

Your description makes a big difference to your success. A few extra keywords and persuasive copy could increase your sales.

Don't forget to:
Read the blog post on this topic here.
Check out my TPT seller course here.

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Interested in learning more about TPT, Pinterest, or email marketing? Check out my TPT seller courses here!

In this week's episode of The Terrific Teacherpreneur, I discuss the basics of Facebook ads with FB Ads Strategist Jenzaia DiMartile.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why ads are so powerful and how to know if you are ready to try them
• What products you should promote
• Images vs. video
• Tips for ad copy and creating an audience
• The Facebook pixel
• Types of campaigns and recommended daily budgets
• UTM codes and how to tell if your ad is successful
• Hiring out for ads

Ads are a great way to broaden your reach and increase traffic to your store!

Don't forget to:
Follow Jenzaia on Instagram here.
Sign up for my weekly newsletter here. I share lots of free tips.

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