The Creative Teacher Podcast

By Kirsten Hammond

Are you a teacher looking for simple strategies that will help your website or TPT store thrive? This podcast is perfect for teacher sellers who want to maximize their impact and creativity in their t... more

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How many episodes does The Creative Teacher Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 122 episodes available.

The Creative Teacher Podcast episodes:

March 04, 2025The Psychology of Selling on TPT: 5 Buying Behaviors You Need to Know
Spring is here, and so is a fresh episode of The Creative Teacher Podcast! 🌸 If you've ever wondered why some TPT resources fly off the digital shelves while others get overlooked, it all comes down to buyer psychology. Understanding how teachers make purchasing decisions can help you create product listings that attract, engage, and convert—without feeling pushy.
In this episode, we’ll break down the 5 key behavioral patterns that influence TPT purchases—like the bandwagon effect, decision fatigue, and emotional triggers. Plus, you’ll get some quick tips to optimize your store and use psychology-backed marketing techniques that feel authentic.
What You'll Learn:
Five psychological factors that drive TPT purchasing decisions
How to use social proof, scarcity, and urgency to boost sales
Why too many choices can overwhelm buyers—and how to fix it
Easy tweaks to your store that make buying a no-brainer

Mentioned in this episode:
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
...more
16min
October 02, 2024 3 Must-Have Features for a High-Converting TPT Storefront
I have a special treat for you! Today I'm talking all about ways to SPICE up TPT Storefronts! This is an episode of the CTL Podcast that I'm sharing here with you.
In this episode, we’re diving into the 3 Must-Have Features for a High-Converting TPT Storefront that will help you attract more buyers and boost your sales. I’ll walk you through simple, effective strategies to improve your store’s header, feature your best resources, and organize your categories—making it easier for customers to find and buy your products. Plus, I’ll share real-life examples from brands and how their methods can be applied to your TPT store.
By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to make your storefront polished and professional without feeling overwhelmed. And don’t forget—if you’re ready to take these strategies even further, check out my Spice Up Your Store Page challenge for step-by-step guidance, templates, and tutorials to transform your TPT store!
Tune in now, and let’s give your storefront the makeover it deserves!
My TPT Session: https://thesouthernteachdesigns.com/challenge
Mentioned in this episode:
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
...more
19min
May 27, 20244 Product Cover Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
If you're a TPT seller, teacherpreneur, or customer on Teachers Pay Teachers, you learn pretty quickly that well-designed products are the ones people will flock to. It's the cover on the search results!
When it comes to TPT, buyers absolutely DO judge a book by its cover so you'll want to make sure you aren't making any of these comment mistakes on your TPT covers.
Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
14min
May 23, 2024BONUS: 4 Tools I Have Ditched in My Business (and What I Use Instead)
I've said sayonara to a few business tools that I've previously used in my business! I'm sharing with you in this bonus episode which tools I've ditched and which tools I'm using instead. I also share with you some insights based on my experience with some of my favorite features and benefits of each platform I'm now using.
Recommended Tools
Wordpress
WP Engine
Kadence WP
ThriveCart Learn
Adobe Express
Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
...more
26min
May 20, 2024Graphic Design 101 for Teacher Sellers
If your store is ready for a visual refresh, you might love walking through The Creative Teacher Lab to learn more about graphic design and how this can level up your TPT sales. Today's episode shares a short sneak peek inside one of the lessons.
Resources and Links
Dive into The Creative Teacher Lab to learn more about how graphic design can help you grow your store!
Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
12min
May 13, 2024How To Give Yourself a TPT Store Audit
When was the last time you took a deep dive into what was and was not working well in your TPT store? If it's been a while, print out my free TPT audit checklist, and let's walk through the process together.
Episode Highlights
My 13-step process for auditing a TPT store
How I take action and measure growth in my store

Resources and Links
Print this TPT audit before you listen to this episode so you can take action!
Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
23min
May 06, 2024Your TPT Seller Burning Questions - Random Q&A
Today I'm sharing my unsolicited answers to some common questions I see in TPT Facebook groups. Tune in to hear my thoughts!
Episode Highlights
My favorite chunky script fonts
Are bigger bundles outselling smaller packs?
Tips for managing family and business
Do blog titles need tweaking after TPT updates?
Showcasing stellar product covers
Suggested sources for famous figures' photos
Recommendations for logos and banners
My favorite email service provider for TPT businesses
Tips for asking for course recommendations on XYZ

Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
36min
April 29, 2024Using Brand Guidelines in Your Business
You might have a brand board, but do you have brand guidelines? You might want to have brand guidelines on your radar this year. Let's talk about why!
Episode Highlights
What are brand guidelines?
Why are brand guidelines important?
What makes up a brand guideline?
Should your business use brand guidelines or a brand board?

Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
13min
April 25, 2024BONUS: 6 Steps to Profitable Weekly Content
To continue the conversation with creating long-form content, I wanted to share with you some bonus steps on how you can create profitable weekly content for your TPT business - content that can result in more followers, shares, leads, and even sales!
Episode Highlights
a description of each of the 6 steps to creating weekly content
ideas on how to utilize each step for a blog, podcast, or YouTube channel
what to do when you're done creating content for your blog, podcast, or YouTube channel

Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
...more
17min
April 22, 2024Which Long-Form Content Platform is Right for You?
Blogs, podcasts, and YouTube channels - it can really make your head spin. Which one is right for you? Choosing the right one for you depends on your business, your audience, and your personality. Let's dive into the pros and cons together!
Episode Highlights
What is content marketing?
What are the pros and cons of content marketing
Pros and cons of blogs, podcasts, and Youtube

Choose one content marketing strategy for your business. Plan, create, and share consistent content each week to grow a following and an audience. Results take time, but can be very profitable to establish yourself as a thought leader and bring traffic to your TPT store.
Let's connect!
TPT Store: The Southern Teach
Website: thesouthernteachdesigns.com
Instagram: @thesouthernteach.designs
Facebook: The Southern Teach Design and Branding

Mentioned in this episode:
Need a (better)email marketing platform? Consider Flodesk!
If you’re like me and have tried every email marketing platform out there—only to end up frustrated—this is for you. In 2024 I gave Flodesk another shot, and I’m so glad I did! Not only do my newsletters look amazing, but the platform makes it SO easy (and fun!) to create emails that actually feel like me. Plus, the built-in analytics help me see exactly what’s working without all the guesswork.
Want to try it for yourself? Use my link to grab 50% off your first year!
Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk!
Ready to grow your teacher business like never before? 🎉
The Teacher Seller’s Summit is a virtual event happening June 26–29, 2025 designed just for teacherpreneurs like you! With expert-led sessions on product listings, email marketing, website shops, and more, you’ll walk away with real strategies to grow and diversify your income.
🎟️ Grab a FREE ticket, or upgrade to TSS Pro for just $79 to access all sessions, replays, bonuses, and a private podcast feed!
Register for TSS 2025!
...more
22min

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