How to grow on Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) While Working Full Time

In this milestone episode, Lindsay shares practical, real-life systems that full-time teachers inside Teacher Resource Academy are using to consistently create, publish, and grow on Teachers Pay Teachers. You’ll hear mindset shifts, batching strategies, clever time pockets, and creative approaches that make TPT growth possible even with a demanding schedule.

Key Discussion Points:

[00:00:41] Why This Episode Matters for Full-Time Teachers

A look at the unique challenges full-time teachers and homeschool parents face when trying to build a TPT store, and why smart systems make all the difference.

[00:01:03] How Real TRA Members Make It Work

Strategies from Teacher Resource Academy members on carving out work time, batching tasks, and setting realistic creation goals each week.

[00:01:55] Using Weeknight Routines and Weekend Hours

Examples of intentional routines, including specific nightly work blocks and focused weekend sessions that help maintain momentum.

 

[00:02:40] Monthly Calendar Planning for Built-In Work Days

How teachers use school breaks, long weekends, and purposeful “CEO days” to get meaningful work done and stay consistent.

 

[00:03:22] Batching Tasks for Faster Creation

Why batching covers, thumbnails, previews, and even entire units helps streamline your workflow and reduce stress.

[00:04:15] Making the Most of Prep Time

Creative ways to maximize planning periods with themed workdays that eliminate decision fatigue and support steady progress.

[00:05:51] Using Students as Your Idea Scouts

How classroom questions and student misconceptions can spark profitable resource ideas and strengthen your niche.

[00:06:36] Habit Triggers to Build TPT Momentum

Simple “if this, then that” routines you can attach to everyday moments to keep your store moving forward.

 

[00:07:39] Templates That Save Hours Every Week

How cover, thumbnail, preview, description, and resource templates dramatically cut creation time and support consistency.

[00:08:26] Why Topic-Based Batching Works for Many Creators

The benefits of creating multiple resource types within one unit or topic to speed up curriculum building and boost store revenue.

 

[00:09:26] Mini Mission Moments

How small pockets of 5 to 15 minutes can become powerful opportunities to complete meaningful micro-tasks.

[00:10:14] Using Voice Memos to Capture Ideas on the Go

Systems for voice-to-text brainstorming and how to use apps or ChatGPT to turn ideas into organized plans.

 

[00:10:56] Accountability Structures That Keep You Showing Up

How coworking calls, partner check-ins, and scheduled work sessions help maintain motivation and consistency.

 

[00:11:38] The Power of Monthly CEO Days

Why treating your store like a business, even in small ways, can shift your mindset and lead to long-term growth.

 

[00:13:33] The Theme Behind All Successful Systems

A reminder that you don’t need unlimited time, you just need intentional time, realistic planning, and grace for yourself on the hard days.

 

[00:14:40] A Final Encouragement for Full-Time Teachers

Reassurance that building a thriving TPT store while teaching is possible, plus an invitation to join Teacher Resource Academy for deeper support.

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