Hey all! Since the beginning of the year, I've been working hard to make sure that I'm creating content that helps teachers to become better small business owners. That means a bunch of blog posts and weekly emails to the newsletter.
Which means that development of CodaCal had been put on the backburner. Boo.
But I'm excited to say that I've added some awesome (I think) new features over the past couple of weeks. Yay!
If you're looking for ways to grow your teaching studio, it's probably not just because you want to teach more students. It's that teaching is how you make your living, and more students means more money.
But there's a bit more to it than that, and getting more students isn't the only way to make more money teaching music. I'm going to go over a few tips for growing your music studio, some that will help you get more students, and some that will help you to make more money without getting more students.
If you're a private music teacher, you already know that teaching music is more than just a passion. It's a business, and business, and every business comes with its own challenges and risks. As an independent teacher, you may want to consider carrying insurance to protect you from the unexpected.
It's not the most exciting topic, I know, but stick with me. Understanding the ins and outs of insurance can save you from a lot of headaches (and heartaches) down the road. So, let's break it down together and make sure you're covered for whatever comes your way.
Freelancers are always wondering how to get new clients, and music teachers (especially you piano teachers!) are always wondering how to get music students. Lots of resources will suggest a dozen places for you to advertise your lessons online, or suggest on relying on word of mouth.
But the reality is that in expertise-based service businesses, the best way to attract folks is to demonstrate your expertise. Your potential customers do need to know about you, of course, but fliers and facebook ads aren't always the best way to accomplish that.
Have you ever listened to a song and felt a rush of emotions, but couldn't quite put your finger on why?
Any time we are working on developing a skill or making progress more generally, we do so through goal-setting. One way that you as a music teachers can set goal that actually help you achieve what you're trying to achieve is to structure your goals as SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound objectives that guide you to success.
Whether you're looking to boost student engagement, diversify your teaching repertoire, or streamline your business operations, setting SMART goals is an effective way to move the needle in your teaching practice.
Think about the last time you decided to try a new restaurant or buy a new gadget. What pushed you over the edge to make that decision? If you're like most of us, customer reviews and testimonials played a big part.
Ever wondered why some private music teachers seem to have a never-ending stream of students knocking at their virtual doors, while others struggle to fill their slots? It's not always about who's got the better scales or the fancier diplomas. Often, it's about who's easier to find online.
That's right, we're talking about SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, and it's not just for the big players in the digital world. As a private music teacher looking to grow your student base, understanding the basics of SEO can be a game-changer for your business.
Have you ever caught yourself thinking about how to extend your teaching reach beyond the four walls of your teaching studio? Well, you're not alone.
Whether you're a veteran instructor or just starting to learn how to teach music lessons, your music teacher bio is often the first point of contact between you and your future students. It acts as a sort of private music teacher resume.
