Explore every episode of the podcast Upgrade Your Education Business
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| PS 86 When the Fear of Rejection Creeps In | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:01:19 | |
What if people say I'm too expensive? What if no-one buys? Fear can be a blocker that keeps us small. Listen to this soundbite where I offer a quick reframe ... Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 146 10 Ways To Attract Students WITHOUT Social Media | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:31:31 | |
Social media is a long game. So, in this episode, I share 10 ways to attract students without it! This doesn't necessarily mean you need to do all 10. It doesn't mean you need to abandon social media. However, there is more we can be doing - without it taking over our lives - to support our marketing efforts. Links Mentioned ConvertKit (email marketing) - https://partners.kit.com/iclrc1ea976o Kartra (all in one) - https://try.kartra.com/dphp4njii2tx Descript (easy video editing) - https://get.descript.com/tv0tlirdtc1y Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 85 Tutors, Embrace Seasonality | 29 Jan 2025 | 00:01:47 | |
In this short soundbite, I explore what we can do during seasonal downtimes (panicking isn't one of my ideas!) Seasonality is normal and natural, so how can make the most of it? Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 145 Lea Turner: How Community, Branding and Purpose Shape Your Business (and Pricing) | 27 Jan 2025 | 00:40:55 | |
In this episode, Lea Turner joins me to explore the ripple effect of purpose-driven business. We discuss building a strong community, leading with heart, and how your impact shapes personal branding and pricing. Discover how to align your values, deepen connections, and elevate your education business. Listen now to learn: How to build a heart-led, community-focused business. The role of impact in confident pricing. Why personal branding is about connection, not perfection. Enjoy :-) Sumantha About Lea Turner: Lea burst onto the LinkedIn scene in 2019, transforming her small transcription business through humorous, relatable, and uplifting social media posts that garnered rapid attention and over 10,000 followers in a short time. Lea is the proud founder of The HoLT Community—a thriving business membership with over 580 members worldwide. In addition, she hosts The HoLT’s Survival Guide for Small Businesses podcast, where she has insightful, humorous and relatable conversations with fellow small business owners, offering advice tailored to the unique challenges of small business ownership. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 84 Redefining Success | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:01:34 | |
What does success mean to you? Have you defined it? In this short soundbite, I talk about a way to redefine success so you no longer compete with others and stay focused on your goals. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 144 6 Tips For Launching Your Tutoring Business | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:17:31 | |
If you're in the launch stages of your tuition business, this one is for you. My strategies and tips will get you making sales and starting strong without wasting time on things that can wait. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 83 The Power Of One Small Win | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:01:13 | |
Celebrating wins is more than a cliche - it's a powerful strategy to make more sales. Tutors, take a listen to this short soundbite for an instantly actionable reframe that'll strengthen your goals. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 143 Group Classes: Turning Bad Advice On Its Head | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:19:34 | |
There's a lot of bad advice floating around about group classes. In this episode, I've chosen a small selection, turned them on their head and provided solutions that actually work. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 82 What To Do When You Freeze | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:04:07 | |
This episode is filled with lightbulb moments! In 4 minutes, I weave through some common reasons why people experience 'freeze' - when they want to do something, but just can't seem to get it done. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 142 8 Business Lessons Learnt From 8 Years Out Of The Classroom | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:30:59 | |
To celebrate 8 years out of the classroom, I share 8 (non-obvious) lessons learned. I won't give them away - you'll have to listen! Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 81 Your Brand? It’s Just You | 01 Jan 2025 | 00:01:17 | |
Let's simplify how we do business starting with our branding! Instead of getting hung up on logos and colours, focus on showing up as you. Because, as I explore in this short soundbite, the age of company brands are dead. It's all about personal brands ... Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 141 Lucy Spencer: From The Classroom To The Boardroom | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:46:53 | |
Lucy shares how she has grown from being an independent tutor to hiring tutors to immense growth in just 9 years. In this conversation, she shares how to leverage your network, protect your energy and the numbers you need to pay attention to. Enjoy :-) Sumantha About Lucy Lucy Alexandra Spencer is the Founder and Director of Education Boutique, a tutoring business that specialises in bespoke educational experiences for the most disengaged children, locally and the most privileged children, globally. She is a passionate advocate for the tutoring industry and, in a pioneering move for the industry, sold part of Education Boutique to The Eteach Group in 2021 on World Tutors’ Day. “Tutoring is changing people’s lives.” says Lucy, “It’s an exciting place to be.” ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 80 Understand Who You're Speaking To | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:02:59 | |
This principle helps us with personal and professional interactions - it can even lead to more sales. In this short soundbite, I reflect on The Chimp Paradox from the Upgrade Your Mindset Book Club and hone into reframing behaviours. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 140 In-Person Events For Introverts | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:12:30 | |
In-person events can be daunting! In this episode, I talk through tangible things you can do to get the most out of them without exhausting yourself and/or feeling too outside of your comfort zone. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 79 Remove Imposter Syndrome With This | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:03:25 | |
The book we're covering in the Upgrade Your Mindset Bookclub gave me a lightbulb moment about combating imposter syndrome ... ... and I wanted to share it with you! Essentially, this short soundbite is about understanding where feelings come from so you can intervene. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 139 Staying In Control Of Sales Conversations | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:20:12 | |
By the end of this episode, you'll feel comfortable with selling - a bold claim, I know! But I say it with confidence because everything I share has transformed my sales - it has for my clients too. Tune in for instantly-actionable ways to turn sales calls into relaxed and productive conversations. Enjoy :-). Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 78 Don't Try Getting Good At Things You Aren't Good At | 04 Dec 2024 | 00:03:55 | |
This statement doesn't sound very encouraging, does it! Hear me out ... In this short soundbite, I explore how this concept is actually an important one to have in your back pocket. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 138 How to Niche And Be A Go-To As A Private Tutor | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:19:37 | |
We hear about niching all the time, but what does it mean? In this episode, I explore its importance, how you can position yourself as a go-to and practical ideas of how to niche in your education business. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 77 Being In Motion Isn't Taking Action | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:02:29 | |
This one insight has transformed how I work (and reduced my workload). Being in motion is feeling like you're doing something towards a goal. Being in action is actually doing something towards a goal. They're different, but the concept made me realised how often I blur the lines ... Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 137 Alima's Journey Of Her 1st Year Out Of The Classroom | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:29:30 | |
Alima's first year out of the classroom is so interesting that I just had to invite her onto the pod! In this episode, she talks about how she:
Listen now to hear her fabulous story. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 76 We Need To Stop Focusing On Goals | 20 Nov 2024 | 00:02:28 | |
I'm sharing something that has really turned my thinking on its head - how we need to stop focusing on goals and focus on systems instead. A goal delays happiness, a goal provides temporary achievement. It only becomes long-lasting when we focus on the 'how'. Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. This is inspired by Atomic Habits by James Clear, the book we're looking at in The Upgrade Your Mindset Book Club. Join using the link below for social media, provide the link itself please https://bit.ly/trasformyourmindset ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 136 Turning Happy Customers into Raving Fans | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:13:03 | |
A satisfied customer is one who's happy with what they paid for. A raving fan is someone is SO happy, they can't help but tell everyone about you! We want the latter, right? Well in this episode, I share 5 tweaks you can make to crafting the kind of experience that turns your customers into raving fans. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 75 There's No Magic Formula | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:03:41 | |
Are you embarking on a big project? Maybe you have some passion projects you can't find time for. In this 3-minute soundbite episode, I share learnings from the book club to explore how we can break big things into small things. Instead of passion projects sitting on our eventual to-do list, we can bring them to life! Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 135 Selling To Schools (And A Lot More!) with Anne Yipiyap | 11 Nov 2024 | 00:40:48 | |
Join my conversation with Anne Morris where we discuss how she went about introducing a new concept to the education landscape, established her presence in schools, has a robust recruitment with gap-year students. She shares so many golden nuggets, and I found her ability to spot gaps in the market fascinating. About Anne: Anne Morris is a former Maths teacher who founded Yipiyap in 2012 to deliver in-school Peer Tuition to schools and colleges. After a decade of leading the sector’s development, Yipiyap has a national presence delivering support in the core subjects in person and online and has developed a range of digital services to complement its in-school tuition. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 74 Change Is Simple, Not Easy | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:03:25 | |
In this short soundbite, I hone in on this concept. Inspired by the Upgrade Your Mindset book club, Mel Robbins talks about how change is often simple but rarely easy. And it's important to pause on this because we often put pressure on ourselves to keep growing, to keep learning and to keep taking action. But that isn't sustainable. Listen to this short episode to hear my exploration of how we can use this, alongside other books, to reduce the overwhelm. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 134 Planning Your Year's Content | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:24:28 | |
In this episode, I'm giving you clear strategies to plan a year's worth of content in a way where you connect with your audience. Importantly, these ideas will take away the stress of 'what should I post?' and ensure your content works hard for you! Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 73 HowThe Domino Effect Can Transform Your Business | 23 Oct 2024 | 00:01:57 | |
One change leads to bigger changes. That's the domino effect in a nutshell! Want to know how you can apply it to make more sales? Including more clients to group classes? Listen now! Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 133 Marketing Strategies That Actually Work for Education Businesses | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:28:43 | |
Generic marketing strategies rarely work for education businesses because our niche is quite unique! For a start, if you're something like a tutor, you trying to sell to someone who is a decision-maker but not the person who will actually work with you. That's why I've dedicated one whole episode for strategies that are proven to work for our niche. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 72 Is 5 Seconds Really All It Takes? | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:03:23 | |
Apparantly, you can change your life in a series of 5-second decisions (according to Mel Robbins). I wasn't sure at first, but after trying it in a couple of situations, I am starting to see its power ... Listen to this short soundbite to find out more! Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 132 Setting Up A Digital Course For Passive Income | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:19:45 | |
Passive income—sounds dreamy! Well, it’s entirely possible, and in this episode, I discuss how to create a digital course that suits your unique business style, how to ensure it meets your audience's needs, and how to set it up for long-term success. Remember, this isn’t about following some one-size-fits-all formula. I’m all about you doing things your way! Links mentioned: Mastermind: Plan your customer journeys Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 71 Do We All Have ADD? (It's Not What You Think) | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:01:59 | |
ADD - today, it isn't what you think. Spoiler alert - it stands for Adventure Deficit Disorder. Want to know more? You'll have to spare 1.5 minutes and give this a listen! Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 131 Overcoming Key Mindset Blocks As a Business Owner (talk about book club) | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:20:23 | |
Running a business is amazing and hard - all at the same time! Whether you're a new or seasoned entrepreneur, mindset challenges are always cropping up. In this episode, I run through just a few of them: 1 Imposter syndrome 2 Being open to being right and wrong 3 Dealing with difficult clients, colleagues and/or counterparts Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 70 Are You Overestimating Your Competition? | 25 Sep 2024 | 00:02:11 | |
The narrative of being 'realistic' often stops us from thinking, dreaming and taking action on big goals. And wrapped up in that is the concept of overestimating competition and underestimating ourselves. In this episode, I give you an example from The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris that really highlights it, and liberates us from the fear of rejection - by 'failing better'. Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. Book clubbers, here's the link to the relevant episode ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 130 Getting Into International Tutoring With Sarah Capewell | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:35:39 | |
What a great way to end this season! Sarah Capewell, an international tutor and agent, shares honest advice and information for people interested in entering the international market. We cover:
Listen or watch so you don't miss her golden nuggets! Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn or Instagram. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 69 What Are You Afraid Of? | 18 Sep 2024 | 00:02:21 | |
If we're going to get hung up on the negative what ifs, we need to balance it with 'what if it DOES work out?' In this episode, I give you an example from The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris. In the book, he gives us a system to approaching planning for a big leap of faith in a structured and safe way (book clubbers, here's the relevant chapter) Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 129 Demystifying Email Marketing | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:20:38 | |
This is your perfect foundation for understanding and getting started with email marketing In this episode, I tackle three broad questions: 1️⃣ What is email marketing and do I need it? 2️⃣ What could I use it for? 3️⃣ How can I get results through it? Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 68 Can We Have It All | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:02:24 | |
Fancy releasing time from your working life? Time to do things you love while earning what you need and want? Well, that's what Ferris promises in his book 'The 4-Hour Work Week'. It's September's book in the Upgrade Your Mindset (& Business) book club, and this month, I'll be sharing some golden nuggets so you can benefit from it, even if you don't join. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 128 6 Tips For Starting A Podcast | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:17:53 | |
In this episode, I share useful tips to create a podcast that: ✔ is sustainable ✔ isn't as time consuming as it could be ✔ encourages a loyal listenership Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. My video version is here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBCQfSQE53kC4eNeyiaN8mJ3EJieLzIlQ ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 67 Trust Is More Important Than I Realised! | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:02:21 | |
Would you believe me if I said you could make sales before you'd delivered anything? Solely based on trust? In this short episode, I talk about the importance of trust - beyond the obvious. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 127 Let's Make Sales Easier (Without Being Pushy) | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:10:05 | |
In this episode, I ask you three questions that'll help you make more sales without being pushy. Here they are: #1 Are you giving people enough to make them feel safe to buy? #2 Are you looking at opportunities right in front of you? #3 Are you meeting people where they're at? Have a listen for ideas and tips. Video version: https://youtu.be/RdS_rcrXxcM Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. Here's the link to the TTA webinar mentioned in the episode https://youtu.be/bNqbKdr3ETs?si=5J5IGwjA9HW-oj3V ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 66 Navigating Imposter Syndrome | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:01:59 | |
In this quick soundbite, I share a powerful nugget I once heard from a bevaioural psychologist about one of the ways to break a cycle that can cause imposter syndrome ... ... paralaysis caused by learning. Listen to this 2 minute episode to understand how to keep learning while breaking the cycle. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 126 My Journey: Leaving The Classroom | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:17:25 | |
In this episode, I share my personal journey of leaving the classroom. It was filled with highs and lows, and I share five lessons learnt that I wish I had known. I really hope it helps anyone who is leaving or has just left; more than anything, I hope it gives you faith that this 'fog' will lift. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 65 Should You 'Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway'? | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:01:59 | |
I like this quote, but I'm not certain it's good advice. Listen to this episode where I explore times when I've navigated this concept (I'm navigating it right now). Spoiler alert: I've come to the conclusion the advice, on the surface, needs some adding to! Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 125 Rita's Journey Of Personal Resilience | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:40:31 | |
Listen to Rita Farrell's inspirational and enlightening story of how she overcame personal challenges to turn her tutoring business from supplementing her income, to one that enables the life she wants. I met Rita in March 2023, and she took fast action - we started working together the very same day. And since then, she has: 💥 Dropped her 4 days in school down to 2 💥 Grown her group classes 💥 Started hiring tutors 💥 Runs a course for tutors Want to know how? Listen to this episode for Rita's inspirational words. Or watch the video version here << Link to YT video https://youtu.be/YhkHJ0xExnI>> Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 64 Meet People Where They're At | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:01:31 | |
This is a key way to unlock success with content marketing. It's easy and tempting to schedule every piece of evergreen content in advance, but the real way to connect with your audience is to connect with what affects them right now. It doesn't mean you can't pre-schedule content, but it does mean having a system that makes space for content that connects. Listen to this short soundbite for ideas of how to do just that. Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. Here's the link to the free webinar on attracting students ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 124 Getting Started With Group Tuition | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:23:11 | |
Ready to know the four areas to consider when launching groups? Ready to take the confusion out of the process? In this episode, I cover the four key areas so you can launch quickly and efficiently.
Listen now! <<link this to the episode's captivate link>> Or watch the video version on YouTube Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. Here's the link to sign up to our group class webinar https://bit.ly/groupclasswebinar ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 63 Come Out Of Your Online Bubble! | 07 Aug 2024 | 00:02:31 | |
Coming out of your online bubble and meeting people in real life can be unnerving. But, as I experience time and time again, our community is a friendly one. A welcoming one and an inclusive one. And as I mention in the episode, if you're ever going to an event that I'm also attending, and you feel nervous, contact me and we'll walk in together. Enjoy the episode :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 123 7 Tips For Hiring A VA Into Your Business | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:15:50 | |
Knowing how to approach hiring and working with a VA can be hard - I learnt through trial and error. In this episode, I talk you through everything I wish I had known when I started exploring. Enjoy :-) Sumantha PS. If you're in the Tutors' Mastermind and want to see a demo of how I organise tasks and work with my VAs using ClickUp, here's the link https://www.facebook.com/611855374/videos/1041242664279162/ ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| PS 62 Say What You Mean & Mean What You Say | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:01:31 | |
Trust is so crucial in business - with potential clients, existing ones and colleagues. There are many ways to establish and develop trust, some of which I talk about in this episode. But a big way is to say what you mean and mean what you say. Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||
| 122 Handling 'You're Outside Of My Budget' | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:17:18 | |
This is the objection that comes up for everyone and can make us doubt ourselves. So, in this episode, I talk about: ✔ Navigating the situation when you're in it ✔ Ways to find out the real hesitation Enjoy :-) Sumantha ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. There's no generic business advice here! Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind. The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox. Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too. ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon | |||