By Erin Waters - Tips for Teacher Sellers
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Being a TPT seller looks different for each person. Some of you are full-time TPT sellers who have left the classroom while others are in the classroom with the end goal of working from home on TPT full-time. Our guest today, Katarina Lazaris, is a full-time teacher and successful TPT seller with no plans to leave the classroom.
Katarina is the face behind Lessons for Learning and a 6th-grade full-time teacher. She started her TPT store during her very first year of teaching and the rest is history! If you love being in the classroom but also love growing your TPT business, Katarina is proof that you can do both.
In our conversation, Katarina shares why she stays in the classroom even though her TPT store brings in a full-time income. She also breaks down how she manages her time in both roles to avoid burnout. If you dream about being a full-time teacher while running a thriving TPT store, I have a feeling this episode will leave you feeling inspired!
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode146/
Resources:
🗓 The Finishing Framework: https://schoolofsellers.com/finishing-framework/
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
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We’re kicking off a new series on the podcast: seller book club chats! In the first episode of this series, I sit down with Janice Cook and Kassaundra Foster to dive into Elizabeth Gilbert’s “Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear”. Big Magic talks a lot about creativity and breaking out beyond fears and hesitations to live happier lives both as people and business owners.
Throughout our conversation, we talk about balancing creative freedom with business pressures, managing perfectionism, and the unique challenges faced by teacher sellers. We also touch on the emotions that come with "dead ideas" and how we respond when other sellers have similar ideas that we do.
You’ll hear what we deeply connected with in the book…and what we couldn’t quite relate to! I think this is the perfect read if you’re feeling detached from the creative spark that led you to becoming a TPT seller in the first place. If you’ve read Big Magic, we would love to hear your thoughts too! Tag us on Instagram @school.of.sellers and share your takeaways.
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode145/
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Do you have more than one way that you’re bringing in income from your teacher business? Today we’re diving back into the world of diversification with guest, Brittany Naujok. Brittany is a long-time member of the School of Sellers community and this episode marks the second time I have had her on the show (check out her first appearance here!).
Brittany gives a snapshot of her journey as a teacher, seller, and entrepreneur. Her story began in late 2012 thanks to a friend’s suggestion to start selling her teaching resources. In 2014 she decided to fully commit to this new venture and has been creating resources for middle school grades ever since!
Now she diversifies her business through three main paths: affiliate links, co-hosting a podcast, and having a website shop. Brittany shares the pros and cons of each diversification method and reminds us of the importance of pursuing what brings you joy and fits your lifestyle!
We hope this gives you some ideas on how you can diversify your business! If you want to hear more stories from sellers who are diversifying, check out out these episodes!
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode144/
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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In our comeback episode (episode 126), I sat down with Ashley, one of the faces behind team SOS. We had a casual conversation and received lots of great feedback, so we’re bringing it back today.
Ashley joins me again for a coffee chat to talk about our opinions on the TPT storefront design, what type of eating competition we would win, product inspiration, and more. I must have been hungry while planning this episode because a lot of our questions revolve around food! So, grab your snacks and your coffee, and join us for a chat!
Do you have a weird food combination that you love? Have a funny story behind a TPT product that you’ve created? Share your feedback from this episode with us on Instagram @school.of.sellers or in a written review on Apple Podcasts!
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode143
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Two years ago I interviewed Abby Mullins and asked her ten questions to represent her ten years as a TPT seller (check out that episode here!). It has turned into a School of Sellers listener-favorite, so I knew I had to invite Abby back on the podcast!
Now two years later, Abby joins me to catch us up on what she’s been up to over the past couple of years. All I can say is that a lot has changed since the last time we sat down! For one, Abby has made her way back into the classroom while continuing her TPT business.
Abby shares what kind of changes she’s seen in her business, why she decided to return to the classroom, additional income streams she has utilized, advice for the TPT community, and more. Plus we’ll get into some “just for fun” questions!
One key takeaway from our conversation is that your capacity often changes based on your current season of life, and sometimes we need to pivot. Let us know your takeaways by sending me a message on Instagram after listening @school.of.sellers!
Show Notes:
Resources: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode142/
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Having an online business comes with a lot of opportunities. There are so many different ways to generate income, and you don’t have to stick to just one! I love interviewing teacher sellers who have found ways to diversify their business, and today we’re hearing from a guest who has done just that.
Lisa McHargue is a teacher turned digital organizer who has a knack for organizing Google Drives and making digital clutter feel manageable. While she started her business as a TPT seller, she now also runs a membership where she helps teachers keep all their digital files organized.
Lisa shares why she decided to start a teacher membership, how she runs it, and why teacher memberships are an incredible diversification option for business owners. You’ll see that there’s more than one way to create a successful membership, and it can be on your terms!
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode141/
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Connect with Lisa:
Are you a TPT seller who often considers going back to the classroom? If so, then today’s guest episode is for you! I’m joined by Marcy Bernethy, the face behind Saddle Up for Second Grade.
Marcy started her TPT store 12 years ago and has been working on her business full-time from home since 2018. Then in 2023, she made the quick and unexpected decision to go back to the classroom to teach second grade.
Inside this episode, Marcy shares all the details about why she decided to go back to the classroom, how she fits in TPT work time while teaching, what it’s been like to return to the classroom, and more. It really is possible to have a business and teach, so we hope this conversation encourages you if going back to the classroom is on your heart!
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode140/
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Hello, friends, and welcome back to the School of Sellers podcast! In today's episode, we're continuing our series on diversifying your teacher business with the incredible Barb Flowers, a former teacher and administrator who transitioned into life coaching. I'm thrilled to share our conversation, where Barb dives deep into how life coaching is a unique and powerful way teachers can expand their careers beyond the traditional classroom.
Barb opens up about her journey from teacher to principal and now to empowering educators as a life coach focused on combating burnout and building confidence. If you've ever felt overwhelmed or curious about the world of life coaching and how it can intersect with education, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to be inspired and maybe even consider diversifying your own business in new ways.
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode139
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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I am thrilled to introduce our guest, Michelle Staley, the brains behind Teach with Michelle Allison. In this fun and insightful episode, we dive into a special 20 Questions segment where Michelle answers everything from her TPT journey during COVID to her favorite comfort pajamas and what it's like to create engaging classroom resources with her first graders in mind.
Michelle shares her thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating social media, and even her unexpected fear of frogs. Whether you're a fellow TPT seller or just love hearing about the lives behind the storefronts, this episode promises a delightful mix of personal anecdotes and professional wisdom.
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode138
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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Hello, seller friends! Today, I sat down for a fascinating chat with Breyen Wee, the creative mind behind Oui Madame Wee. Breyen, an Arbonne consultant and mother of two, offers insights on diversifying your teacher business through network marketing.
Join us as Breyen shares her journey from a kindergarten teacher to an entrepreneur, tackles common misconceptions about direct sales, and highlights the benefits of stepping into the world of network marketing. If you're intrigued by the idea of expanding your revenue streams beyond the TPT platform, this episode is for you.
Show Notes: https://schoolofsellers.com/episode137
Resources:
🔥 Join Ignite today: https://schoolofsellers.com/ignite
💻 Follow along on Instagram @school.of.sellers.
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