The Education Business Podcast
Episodes
The Close
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a special one as it is the last in our series. Of course, I never like to say never but at least for now, this will be the last of our...
M&A in Education
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ed and I are joined by Ed Tranham, editor of the Assignment Report, covering worldwide M&A transactions in education. Ed shares h...
Business Partners and Marriage
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode you will learn: How working alongside your partner can take you on a personal learning journey How utilising each others strengths can...
Momentum
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore ways to drive momentum when the initial buzz of the new year wears off, as well as 4 ways to keep making progress towards y...
Measuring Your Impact With Michael Forshaw
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Ed and I talk to Michael Forshaw, CEO at EdTech Impact, about his journey from IT technician to CEO and everything in-between.Michael ...
Planning for 2023
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I reflect on the journey I have been on over the last 12 months and why setting my intentions for this year is going to look a little...
Transitioning From a Full Time Job into Your Education Business
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, I'm joined by Ed to discuss his journey transitioning from a full time job into business.You will learn: Why risk is always go...
December Ready in Your Business
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss being 'December ready' in your education business.It's taken me a few years to get the right business/home balance when it c...
From Teacher to Coach With Ruth Kudzi
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had the privilege to talk to Ruth Kudzi about her journey out of education leadership and into business. She gives us a peek int...
Is The Education Market Too Saturated?
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I address the elephant in the room - what can we do to help our business stand out in a densely populated education business world?I r...
The Magic Formula in Education Business
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the magic formula to grow your education business?The answer might surprise you.In this episode, you will learn, Why I believed in the magic f...
Systems in Customer Service
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a guest interview where I dig deeper into CRMs and ticketing systems, with my co-founder at Classroom Secrets (and husband!), Ed.What ...
Time Management for Education Entrepreneurs
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I ask you to consider how effective your time management is and the ways in which you can improve it. Spoiler - we can all improve o...
Lessons From Retail to Education Business With Monique Louis
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Ed and I chat to Monique Louis, MD at RM Educational Resources LTD, about her transition from the commercial sector to becoming the ma...
Fear of What You Don't Know
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk to you about how embracing what you don't know and investing in your own personal and professional development early on can be...
CRMs for Your Education Business
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a guest interview with Ed (Classroom Secrets co-founder, tech expert and my husband!) all about CRMs for your education business.What ...
Morning Routines
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we talk about a thing I love: morning routines. Yes, I'm a morning person but what I love about them is what we can learn about our...
Being Diagnosed With ADHD
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share the events that led up to me seeking an ADHD diagnosis.What you will learn: Why ADHD and business are strongly linked What I'...
Moving Forward on Your Business Ideas
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share a story of a client who struggling with too many business ideas and the key lessons. What you will learn: Three key areas t...
Are You Running a Business or a Hobby?
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss the differences between running a business and running a hobby. What you will learn: Why we treat our businesses like a...
The Difference Between a Team and a Freelancer
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the two things that I feel are the difference between having an employed team and having freelancers. What you will lea...
Building Your Business Around a Kitchen Table
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the early days of Classroom Secrets, where we worked on the business around a kitchen table.What you will learn: How we ...
What Does the CEO at Classroom Secrets do?
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about what CEOs actually do, well, what this CEO does anyway.What you will learn: The two things that I did consistently to ge...
Your Big Idea for Your Education Business
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we celebrate teacher-entrepreneurs and why they started their education businesses.I share two big things that I feel are important i...
Things I Didn't Know When I Started My Education Business
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we celebrate teacher-entrepreneurs and what they didn't know when they first started an education business. I share four of the stori...
Leaving Teaching to Start a Business
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we celebrate teacher-entrepreneurs and why they left teaching to start a business. I share my personal journey of leaving my permanen...
How to Have a Life/Work Balance in Education Business
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share how to create a life/work balance when you own an education business. I promise you it can be done! I don’t want it to take...
Making the Best Use of the Summer Break for Your Education Business
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how to get the most out of the summer break. Schools are closed but that doesn’t mean work has to stop. It also doesn’...
How to Sell to Teachers in August
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about how to sell to teachers over the summer holidays which, in England, take place in August. I know this might make you fee...
Other Income Stream Ideas for Tutors
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share additional income stream ideas for tutors – but they could serve any educational entrepreneur depending on your cause, beli...
Building a Brand That Teachers Know and Love in Education
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why it is important to build a brand your audience recognise and love. You need to become known for doing what you do so...
5 Reasons Why You Should Create SOPs in Your Education Business
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some might find this episode rather boring. It’s about a boring topic, but an important topic nonetheless. Standard Operating Procedures. SOPs are d...
Employees vs Freelancers
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I go through the pros and cons of working with freelancers and hiring employees. I also explain where this content came from and how ...
The End to End Hiring Process
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I go through the end to end hiring process that I have developed over the last 7 years. When I first hired, there were things I shoul...
Do You Really Need Help to Grow Your Education Business?
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the help you will need when you start your education business. Will you need help? The short answer is yes! What you wil...
Clarity on Your Entrepreneurial Ideas
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I wanted to give you a flavour of life as an entrepreneur – so you can see what is normal when it comes to developing your educatio...
Pricing to Sell to Schools and Teachers With Eileen Adamson
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with the wonderful Eileen Adamson about pricing and money mindset. Eileen has been a teacher for 28 years. Now working part-ti...
A Change of Direction in Education Business
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little different to normal. I’ve been on an intense journey recently and it’s made me rethink my plans for Education Business Cl...
Designing Your Business Around You With Sumantha McMahon
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am joined by the wonderful Sumantha McMahon. Sumantha, the founder of Upgrade Your Education Business, is a former teacher turned private ...
11 Red Flags to Look Out For When Hiring (Part 2)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of my two-part special on the red flags of hiring, I talk about the 11 red flags you need to keep an eye out for. These red flags m...
12 Reasons That We Ignore Red Flags When Hiring (Part 1)
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of my 2-part special on the red flags of hiring, I talk about the 12 reasons why we might ignore red flags when hiring. I’ve done so much ...
Approaching Schools With Cerys Keneally
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am joined by a guest this week! The amazing Cerys Keneally, who has her own online training for those with franchises, joins me to talk about how to...
5 Reasons Why You Should Take Your Customers on a Personal Journey
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I am talking about taking your customers (both potential and current) on a personal journey with you. The personal story is a big part of m...
Five New Ways to Invest in Yourself
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about investing in yourself in ways that aren’t about consuming content. Consuming content (podcast, books etc) is great, but...
Fighting the Teacher To-Do Habit
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat about the most relentless teacher habit of all – the addiction to the to-do list! It can’t just be me that loves a to-do l...
Three Steps to Manage Seasonal Income in Your Education Business
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share with you my tips for managing the seasonal income in your education business. Schools work in very a prescribed cycle which a...
What I Learned From Writing a Book I Didn't Sell
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve decided to talk about something a little different this week. Back in 2013, I wrote a book but I was too scared to sell it. I was frightened of...
Teacher Skills That Can Help You Start and Grow an Education Business
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share the teaching skills I believe are transferable into entrepreneurship. When you’re a teacher, it can be hard to see how the ...
How I Launch a Product or Business in the Education World
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my latest business venture! That’s right, I am launching a new business, so I thought now would be the perfect time to shar...
How to Deal With Imposter Syndrome in Education Business
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I go deep in this episode and talk about something all entrepreneurs will struggle with at some point: imposter syndrome. I let my imposter syndrome r...
How to Not Over-Give in Your Education Business
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about fair exchange. Teachers are often made to feel like they have to give more; it’s part of the culture in schools. It’...
How to Add More Hours to Your Day
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I teach you the secret to adding more hours into your day. That’s right! It can be done, I promise. But you really have to commit t...
How to Connect With Your Different Audiences in the Education Sector
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share how to speak to your audience in the right way at the right time. You’re unlikely to have just one audience, so you need to...
How to Nurture the Energy of the Entrepreneur
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the special kind of energy entrepreneurs have that keeps us motivated on our ventures and why we need to nurture that en...
Why You Need Mentoring, Coaching and Training to Help With Your Education Business
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss why you NEED coaching, mentoring and training to help you develop in order to grow your education business. You might be th...
Why I'm Building More Than One Company
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been asked a big question recently and, in this episode, I wanted to address it. I was asked why I am pivoting from Classroom Secrets to the Ed...
Marketing Over Christmas in Your Education Business
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my thoughts on marketing around the Christmas period. Christmas is a time for people, including us entrepreneurs, to take a b...
Planning for 2022 in Your Education Business
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my thoughts on planning for the new year in your education business. I’ve got big plans for 2022; both in my businesses and...
How to Start New Things in Your Education Business
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why it can be hard to start something new in your education business and the things I have done to try and overcome that...
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Education Business
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share what it is like riding the emotional rollercoaster of education business. Running any kind of business can be emotional, but ...
Learning to Switch Off From Your Education Business
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about taking a break from your business, switching off to give yourself time to refresh and refocus. Switching off isn’t a ba...
Which Social Media Platforms to Use to Reach Teachers
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain my thoughts on the social media platforms you need to use to target teachers for your education business. There are so many...
Slowing Down in Your Education Business to Speed Up
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about why sometimes it is right to slow down in order to speed up in your education business. If you don’t take the time to ...
Giving Yourself Permission to Stop if it's Not Working in Your Education Business
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share deep about giving yourself the permission to recognise when something isn't working in your education business and stop it, d...
Before You Start Your Education Business
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share the things you will need to do and consider before you start your education business. There’s so much more to consider befo...
Growing Your Marketing Knowledge
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share why you need to develop your marketing knowledge and the skills you will need to become a better marketeer for your education...
Improving the Customer Journey in Your Education Business
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I talk about the customer journey and why it is important to constantly review, adapt and improve this for your target market. What you ...
Teacher Habits That Could Slow Your Business Growth
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about the habits you may have picked up through teaching that could be slowing down the growth of your business. Even if you’...
How to Sell to Schools Through Teachers
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I revisit selling to schools, but in this episode, I focus in on selling to schools through teachers. There are multiple ways to do this, a...
Why You Need to Think Like a Teacher to Grow Your Education Business
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explain why it is important to continually think like a teacher to grow your education business. There are many ‘teacher types’...
Dealing With Haters in the Education Space
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share tips on how to deal with haters in the education space. Unfortunately, they exist and often, they are riding their high-horse...
Tips for Launching in Education Business
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share some of the tips I have picked up when launching new products. I’ve learnt a lot about the launch process; most of it throu...
The First Few Weeks With Your Freelancer or Employee
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the final instalment in my mini-series on hiring and I share the things you need to do to prepare for the first few weeks with your ne...
Insights on Hiring a Teacher on a Self-Employed Basis
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my thoughts on hiring a teacher (or ex-teacher) to work for your company on a self-employed basis. What you will learn in thi...
The Process of Hiring Your First Freelancer or Employee
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about the process of hiring your first freelancer or employee. I explain the steps I take when I am looking to hire and give you a fra...
Things to Consider Before You Hire Your First Freelancer or Employee Part 2
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I continue to share my list of things you should consider before you make that all important first hire. What you will learn in this ...
Things to Consider Before You Hire Your First Freelancer or Employee Part 1
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the first in a 5-part series on hiring for the first time. I share the first 6 of 12 points you should consider before you make that a...
How to Make Sure Your Education Business is Profitable
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss how to make your education business profitable and the importance of having a positive mindset about making a profit. ...
Why Personal Brand is Important in Education Business
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share why building a strong personal brand is so important in education, even if you are mainly selling to schools. What you will...
The Copycat Culture in Education Business
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my experiences of the copycat culture in the education business sector and how I've dealt with it. What you will learn in t...
Why Personal Development Matters in Education
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share why I believe personal development is essential for growing your business and the barriers we face from our time in the teach...
What Headteachers and Teachers Need to Hear to Buy Your Service
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss how you can relate to teachers and headteachers. If you want to serve teachers and headteachers, it’s really important to ...
The Team You Need to Grow Your Education Business
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about getting help in your business so that you can grow your reach and your revenue. I will teach you how to know which area of y...
Bad Business Advice for Education Businesses
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I'll be sharing what I've learned about what works and doesn't work in the education business sector based on the advice I've been giv...
Why Your Education Business Isn't Growing
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss some of the reasons why your education isn't growing at the pace you would like. This could be growth in areas of revenue, ...
How to Price Your Education Services for Schools and Teachers
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I walk you through everything you need to consider when it comes to pricing your education products or services for schools and teach...
How Mindset Affects your Education Business
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I will teach you what you need to know when it comes to being aware of mindset, our past experiences (perhaps in teaching) and how we...
How to Sell to Schools
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share with you my inside knowledge when it comes to selling to schools. I've tried and tested many strategies over the years and I'...
Welcome to The Education Business Podcast with Claire Riley
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast will help you start grow and scale your education business. I'm Claire Riley, a teacher turned entrepreneur with over 8 years experience ...