Online Business for Teachers | TPT | How to Make Extra Money, Work From Home, Digital Products

Are you working on Teachers Pay Teachers just for some extra income — or are you dreaming of replacing your full-time job?

In this episode, we break down the two types of TPT sellers:

You’ll learn:

The goals and strategies of each seller type

How to figure out which one fits you

What actions will actually move you forward, no matter where you start

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If you’ve ever said, “I want to start a TPT store, but…” — this episode is for you.

Maybe you’ve told yourself:

“I don’t have time.”

“I’m not a business person.”

“I don’t know what to sell.”

“I’ll do it this summer… or when the kids are older…”

But here’s the truth: those aren’t the real reasons.

In this episode, I’m talking about the actual thing that’s holding so many teachers back from selling their resources online—and why understanding this one mindset shift can finally unlock the freedom you’ve been craving.

I’m also sharing my own story about struggling with money mindset, pricing my first $3 product, and how I had to completely rewrite what I believed about my own worth.

Plus, you’ll hear a story a college professor once told me that perfectly explains why something valuable—like a free coaching call—often gets overlooked. This leads into something I’m offering just for a few teachers who are truly ready to take action.

The real reason you haven’t started your teacher business (hint: it’s not time or strategy)

How fear hides behind logical excuses

Why your brain tells you “later” when your heart says “now”

The identity shift that happens when you go from teacher to seller

How selling a $3 product can transform your confidence

A story about value, perception, and a window AC unit you’ll never forget

If you've been waiting for the perfect time to start your TPT business, this is your sign. You don’t have to go all in—you just have to take the first step.

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If you’ve been wanting to create and sell your own teaching resources on TPT but you’re not sure what programs you can use—or what’s even allowed—you’re in the right place.

In this episode, I’m breaking down:

The best tools you can use to create TPT resources

How to choose fonts and clip art that are safe for commercial use

What to avoid so you don’t run into copyright issues or legal trouble

How I learned the hard way with my first resource (and what I wish I had known sooner!)

You don't need fancy design programs or a ton of tech skills to start selling your teaching materials—you just need to know the right tools and a few simple rules.

My three favorite programs for creating teacher resources (and why I use them)

Canva Pro: when you can use it—and when you can’t

Where to find fonts and clip art that are truly safe for selling

What you should never use if you plan to sell online (even if it's something you use in class!)

How to create beautiful, legal resources from scratch with confidence

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by what’s allowed and what’s not, this episode will give you the clarity—and the confidence—to move forward and start building your business.

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If you’ve ever thought about starting a TPT store or selling your teacher resources online—but life keeps getting in the way—you are not alone.

Most teachers I talk to say the same thing:

I get it—because I’ve been there.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, realistic ways to finally get started (even if you’re overwhelmed or completely burned out). Plus, I’ll tell you the story of how my business started with just one graphic organizer, a single moment of curiosity, and a question that changed everything: What if?

This episode is here to remind you:

The #1 reason teachers don’t start their store—and how to shift it

Why selling your resources doesn’t have to take over your life

How to make progress in just 30 minutes a week

The power of uploading what you’ve already created for your students

Why summer is the perfect time to build something that earns all year

If you’re feeling stretched thin but still dreaming of starting your online teacher business—this episode is for you.

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Thinking about leaving teaching, but scared to admit it?

If you're struggling with teacher burnout, feeling stuck, or secretly googling things like “what else can teachers do?” or “how to start a side hustle as a teacher,”—this episode is for you.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

The moment I realized I couldn’t keep teaching forever

What held me back from leaving the classroom

What I wish someone had told me when I was just starting out

Why I created this podcast to help other teachers explore life beyond the classroom

🎧 Tune in if you're curious about starting something new but don’t know where to begin.

Have you ever felt like there’s nothing left of you after giving everything to your students and your family?

That was me. Burned out, exhausted, and completely disconnected from myself. I thought I needed rest… but what I actually needed was purpose—something that was mine. Something that gave me energy instead of draining it.

In this episode, I’m sharing why starting a business (even something as simple as selling one teacher resource) became the most life-giving thing I could’ve done. It wasn’t just about making money—it was about coming back to life.

We’ll talk about why your burnout isn’t a sign to quit—it’s an invitation to build something that lights you up.

Why burnout is more about purpose than exhaustion

How starting something small (and just for you) can give you your spark back

My $12 TPT story and how it became my turning point

The 3 unexpected ways business can actually help you heal

Why starting a business as a teacher doesn’t have to be overwhelming

If you’ve been craving something that’s yours—something to look forward to, something that reminds you of who you are—you’re in the right place.

In this episode I share the amazing book Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Be Who You Were Meant to Be by Rachel Hollis. I highly recommend it!

📧 Got questions or want to share your story? Email me at [email protected]—I read every message and would love to hear from you.

If you’ve ever felt a little guilty for wanting to make money outside the classroom—you’re not alone.

But here’s the truth: wanting more isn’t wrong—it’s human.

I also share one of my favorite quotes from Joseph Murphy’s book, Maximize Your Potential Through the Power of Your Subconscious Mind to Create Wealth and Success, which I highly recommend.

That one sentence changed everything for me—and I hope it does the same for you.

Why teacher guilt around money is so common (and where it comes from)

3 mindset shifts to help you release shame and start owning your value

How building a business can be a path to healing—not greed

Why your desire to earn is actually a sign that you're growing

If you’ve been craving something that’s yours—something to look forward to, something that reflects your full potential—this episode is for you.

📧 Got questions or want to share your story? Email me at [email protected]—I read every message and would love to hear from you.