Today, Neil delves into the often unavoidable experience of rejection in the tutoring business. Neil discusses various scenarios where tutors may face disappointment, such as no-shows, students quitting, or not being hired by prospective clients. Neil encourages listeners to reframe their responses to rejection, viewing it as an opportunity for growth and learning rather than a setback.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Experiencing rejection is a common aspect of running a tutoring or coaching business. It's important to recognise that rejection is rarely personal and often reflects a mismatch rather than a failure on your part.

How you respond to rejection is within your control. You can either take it personally and feel discouraged or reframe the situation as an opportunity to learn and grow.

If you encounter frequent rejections, analyse the reasons behind them. Understanding the context and feedback can help you identify areas for improvement and adapt your approach.

When students or clients decide to leave, it's essential to handle the situation with empathy. Acknowledge their reasons and keep the door open for future opportunities, as circumstances may change.

Implement the "Don't Deal With Tossers" (DDWT) rule by filtering out clients who are not a good fit for your services. This includes those who are primarily price-driven or who do not engage meaningfully with your offerings.

BEST MOMENTS

"Part of being in business is the disappointment that comes from feeling rejected. It's rarely personal in my experience."

"If they're eliminating themselves from the game, then they're probably not a good fit for you."

"Any rejection, any fall down is a valuable chance to learn, adapt and do better."

"If it's a no, it's a not yet really, isn't it?"

"At the end of the day, rejection is just one of those things. What we choose to think and feel about it is just up to us."

VALUABLE RESOURCES

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Neil Cowmeadow is a maverick peripatetic guitar teacher from Telford with over 19 years’ experience in the business of helping people. Learn how to start, grow and love your business with Neil’s invaluable advice and tips without the buzzwords and BS!

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