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  • That Teacher Trailer

    Welcome to the podcast for anyone who has been known as "That Teacher".

    That teacher who is always dreaming up new ideas...

    That teacher who has an Instagram account...

    That teacher who goes on TikTok to share the latest teaching trends...

    That teacher who isn't afraid to try new things...

    If you're an educator who's been looking for something MORE...

    More opportunities to lead, grow, and inspire others...

    We're here to show you the newest pathways to leadership for modern educators.



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    1 min
  • The End.

    Yes, this is the LAST episode of The Teacher Hustle Podcast. BUT... this isn't goodbye! We can still hang out over on Instagram, on my YouTube channel, and inside all of my programs. Thank you for being a loyal listener, and please connect with me in one of these ways:

    Connect on Instagram

    Watch on YouTube

    Join Teacher Hustle University (Members' Only Podcast!!)

    Join Course Creator's Intensive



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    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

    29 min
  • Answering the Top 10 Questions I Get About Creating an Online Course

    In today’s episode of the Teacher Hustle Podcast, I'm answering the most frequently asked questions I receive about creating an online course.

    So many of you send me dms on Instagram, or you're in my program, Course Creator's Intensive, and you have some really great questions that are getting in the way of putting that idea that you have out into the world.

    It's easy to let perfectionism, indecision, or some of the other unknowns of course creation stop you from taking the leap, but creating an online course changed my life and business for the better, so hopefully this episode will help clear things up for you so you feel ready to take the next step forward.


    Episode-At-A-Glance

    • (2:10) How do I come up with an idea for my online course?
    • (3:32) How do I know if my idea is a good one?
    • (6:30) How big of an audience do I need to create an online course?
    • (9:40) Should I only launch if I have open/close cart products?
    • (10:41) More ways to add urgency to your launches
    • (12:15) What tools do I need to create an online course?
    • (15:00) I have an idea for a course, but I don’t feel like an expert. Should I still create an online course?
    • (17:45) Should I run Facebook ads?
    • (19:05) Do I have to launch?
    • (21:20) What trends do you notice in course creation in 2022?
    • Links mentioned:

      • Join the Map Your Course Challenge HERE.
      • Get on the waitlist for Course Creator's Intensive HERE.
      •  My recommended tools for course creation
      • Host your course on Kajabi!


      • This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

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        This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

        27 min
      • How I Make Money in My Online Business

        In today’s episode of the Teacher Hustle Podcast, I'm sharing how I make money in my business.

        This was inspired by a question that came through my Teacher Hustle University community.  We're talking about how and when to hire, how to build up your programming and product suite, how to optimizing your time so you don't have to work 60-hour work weeks, build multiple streams of income, and more! So let's get into it...

        Episode-At-A-Glance

        • (3:05) How did you know to hire (and who)?
        • (8:10) How I knew what programs to create and when
        • (9:51) My biggest piece of advice for creating successful programs
        • (14:00) How I developed my programs while still keeping everything else running smoothly .
        • (16:10) How to NOT work 60-hour work weeks
        • (21:05) Breaking down my income streams
        • Links Mentioned in the Episode:

          • Join the Map Your Course Challenge HERE.
          • Get on the waitlist for Course Creator's Intensive HERE.
          • Kajabi
          • Full Focus Planner
          • Shop my recommended resources on Amazon!


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            This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

            26 min
          • Behind the Scenes: Email Sequences Training

            In today’s episode of the Teacher Hustle Podcast, we're taking you behind the scenes of Teacher Hustle University to talk about Email Sequences.

            Teacher Hustle University is the coaching experience for teacher business owners who want to build sustainable businesses through simple, effective marketing strategies. This month inside THU, we had a live workshop on how to set up email sequences. Our members say that these monthly workshops are worth the value of the coaching experience alone -- and we want to give you a taste of what it’s like inside this experience.

            Episode-At-A-Glance

            • (1:00) Teacher Hustle University 3.0 COMING SOON 
            • (4:50) Sneak peek at a THU Show Up & Glow Up Training on Email Sequences
            • (5:30) What does an email sequence do?
            • (6:20) What do you need to have in place for your email sequences?
            • (10:00) Why is email marketing important?
            • (15:00) Dos and Don’ts when it comes to email
            • (23:34) Review of what a lead magnet is and why you need that rather than a subscribe form on your website
            • (29:45) All About Welcome Sequences
            • LINKS

              • Get on the waitlist for Teacher Hustle University 3.0 HERE.
              • Download your FREE Springtime Swipe Files for Teacher Business Owners


              • This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

                36 min
              • Roundup: My Top 5 Tips for Teachers Just Starting Out in Business

                In today’s episode of the Teacher Hustle Podcast, I’m rounding up my top 5 tips for teachers just starting out in business. These tips are compiled from past episodes and are especially important for early-stage business owners. So if you're new to the marketing and business world, or want to refresh on the basics, this one's for you! You'll get mindset and strategy advice from me, as well as other past guest experts. Oh, and there's a special gift for you at the end, so stay tuned!

                LINKS

                • FREE Springtime Swipe Files for Teacher Business Owners
                • Ask Alissa: How Can I Find My Tribe?: Season 1, Episode 8:
                • How to Get Out of a Creative Rut and Skyrocket Your Sales with Viral Content: Season 1, Episode 9:
                •  Manifestation and Goal-Setting 101 with Felicia from Goldmine and Coco: Season 2, Episode 4:
                • Growing Your Business through Community with natalie Franke: Season 2, Episode 11:
                • Start Building Your Email List (Today!): Season 1, Episode 22:


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                  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

                  35 min
                • The Big Announcement! (And a Game-Changer for Teacher Professional Development)

                  I have been keeping a secret for the past couple of months and I am about to reveal it to you. Today on the podcast, I'm chatting with my friend, Megan Kensington, and we'll find out in a minute what she has to do with a special announcement. Megan is The Course Designer on Instagram. She helps entrepreneurs reimagine the programs they've already created. She's an expert in all things, curriculum and course design, but she doesn't just help by making things look pretty inside your course. She breaks it down and looks at every part of the learning experience and looks at how to make it work better for you and the students enrolled in your online course so that you can stand out as an expert, build your loyal community, and be truly proud of the product you're putting out into the world. So, enjoy this episode and I hope you absolutely love our secret...

                  LINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE

                  • Follow PopPD on Instagram and visit the Website
                  • Find Megan (The Course Designer) on Instagram and her Website


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                    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

                    43 min
                  • The 5 Things You Need to Know About Creating a Knowledge Product

                    This month in the magazine and on the podcast, we’re talking about the key things you need to know about creating a Knowledge Product. You’ll learn about if a Knowledge Product is right for you to create and sell, how to do it, and I’ll even be making a seriously exciting announcement on the next podcast that has to do with Knowledge Products. This is an announcement that I believe is going to impact education in a major way, so stay tuned!

                    Be sure to grab your copy of this month's Companion Magazine all about creating knowledge products. Access it at ww.alissamcdonald.com/magazine.

                    LINKS

                    Register in advance to get notified when my FREE Map Your Course 5-Part Podcast Series launches on February 6th (Limited Time!)

                    • This month’s FREE issue of the Teacher Hustle Magazine!
                    • My go-to knowledge product platform of choice: Kajabi
                    • My favorite equipment/resources for business and knowledge product creation
                    • Favorite free course platform is Teachery
                    • Connect with Helena of The Present Teacher: Website and Instagram


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                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com

                      32 min
                    • Special New Year's Q&A with Alissa McDonald

                      Today, I'm sharing a special New Year's Q&A episode where we'll talk about imposter syndrome, course creation, wanting to quit, combating burnout, favorite fries, and so much more! I thought for January, it might be nice to just take a pause and reflect on some of the questions I got over the past year to make sure that you have all the answers you're looking for and also to have a little fun. I asked in my Instagram stories and in the Facebook group of Teacher Hustle University if anyone had any questions they would like me to answer and I have a whole bunch of good ones ranging from marketing strategy to favorite fries to overcoming obstacles in business, and more. I hope you enjoy this self-conducted interview and listener Q&A!

                      Thinking about launching a course, or have an idea but don't know where to start? Listen to a SECRET PODCAST episode about developing and launching your course idea at www.alissamcdonald.com/coursecreator. Available for a LIMITED TIME.

                      • Podcast episode with Amber Williams about Brand Messaging
                      • Podcast episode with Megan Hale about Money Mindset
                      • Podcast episode with Laura Beam about Wellness and Self-Care
                      • Grab this month's companion Teacher Hustle Magazine about investing and finding support depending on your stage of business.


                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com
                      36 min
                    • The Secret to Choosing the Right Supports to Grow Your Business in 2022

                      On this month's magazine and podcast episode, we’re focusing on how to choose the right supports to grow your business in 2022. Think through what investments you’re making in your business, how you’re choosing mentors, what’s on your to-do list, and what mindset blocks you’re working through. Choosing our focus in each of these areas will help us stay on track for growth all year long.

                      Episode-At-A-Glance

                      • (1:58) Goal-Setting Reflection Questions & Journaling for 2022
                      • (6:30) How to make 2022 the year you take marketing tasks OFF your plate
                      • (7:40) Choosing the Right Supports to Grow Your Business in 2022
                      • (24:43) Listener Q&A: I’m a TPT seller. Do I need to launch a course to make more money in my business?
                      • (29:12) THU Member Interview with Lisa on Systems, Organization, and Improving Productivity for Business Owners

                      LINKS

                      • This month’s FREE issue of the Teacher Hustle Magazine!
                      • Register your spot for the Minimalist Marketing Planning Party on January 9th at 7:30pm ET! Cut the fluff in the new year so you can create a marketing plan for your teacher biz that actually leads to more sales… in less time! 
                      • Lisa's (this month’s THU Member Interviewee) Website and Instagram


                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit poppd.substack.com

                      This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thatteacher.substack.com
                      44 min

                    About That Teacher

                    From the publisher's feed

                    Tips for monetizing your expertise in the online space from Alissa McDonald, a mini-van driving mom of 3 and teacher turned online course creator. thatteacher.substack.com