Routine Your Dream: TPT Marketing and Success Habits for TPT Sellers

Chynell Moore
Routine Your Dream: TPT Marketing and Success Habits for TPT Sellers

The Routine Your Dream podcast (@routineyourdreampodcast) is created for teacher sellers who create and sell their teaching resources online for additional income on sites like TeachersPayTeachers (TpT) or Kajabi. This elementary teacher turned business coach for teacher sellers is spilling her secrets and sharing the exact high-performance habits and online marketing strategies that will help YOU routine your dream of becoming a successful teacher seller.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Do You Have a Visual Marketing Strategy? The Photoshoot That Launched My Q1 Strategy | Ep 84

    In this episode Chynell brings you behind the scenes on how she built a visual marketing strategy that aligns with her Q1 business goals and shares the exciting backstage moments of her recent podcast photoshoot with Amalie—The Branded Boss Lady! Spoiler: Photoshoots are about strategy, not just pretty pictures (tune in to hear why!) If you've ever felt like your brand visuals aren't reflecting your expertise or you’re planning your own photoshoot, this episode is packed with inspo and action! Here’s what I’ll cover: The story behind the new podcast cover photo and podcast photoshootHow she recognized a disconnect between current brand visuals and needed Why Chynell decided to DIY her website redesign and the steps she’s taking to align her visuals Tips for planning photoshoots that serve multiple business objectives 📸How she selects colors and props that reflect her brand and boost confidence Photographer mentioned: Amalie (AKA The Branded Boss Lady) https://thebrandedbosslady.com/ Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdreamWebsite: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in taking your business to the next level? Explore coaching opportunities with Chynell: Send a DM with the word "scale"on InstagramVisit routineyourdream.com for more information Support the Podcast: If you’ve enjoyed Do You Have a Visual Marketing Strategy? The Photoshoot That Launched My Q1 Strategy | Ep 84 and found it helpful, please leave a review!

    27 min
  2. 15 NOV

    How to Build a Planning System You’ll Actually Use | Ep 83

    Welcome back to Routine Your Dream! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest planning mistakes TPT sellers make: overcommitting to an annual plan that rarely sees the light of day. If you’ve ever mapped out an entire year only to feel scattered and overwhelmed halfway through, this episode is your rescue remedy. Today, we’re tackling how shorter, focused 12-week* periods can help you achieve more in a fraction of the time. Inspired by the powerful concept of “periodization” (borrowed from world-class athletes), this approach has been a game-changer for so many entrepreneurs and educators aiming to work smarter, not harder. Here’s what you’ll learn: The Problem with Year-Long Plans: Why “planning big” without a strategy leads to burnout and scattered results.What is Periodization? How athletes like Michael Phelps use it for peak performance, and why it works just as well in business.How to Use the 12-Week Year Framework: Tips for setting focused, achievable goals and actually hitting them without getting overwhelmed.Real-Life Examples: How you can apply this method to build momentum in your business, whether you’re aiming to boost social media, grow your email list, or launch a new product.Weekly Action Plan: How to break down your 12-week goals into manageable steps that drive real results. Key Takeaways: Forget the stress of annual goals that drag you down. A focused 12-week plan lets you stay adaptable, clear-headed, and motivated all year long. If you’re ready to stop the endless cycle of busy work and start planning like a pro, this episode is for you! Resources Mentioned: The 12-Week Year – The book that introduces periodization planning for productivityThe One Thing – The book that complements this approach with a laser focus on what matters most Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdreamWebsite: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in taking your business to the next level? Explore coaching opportunities with Chynell: Send a DM with the word "scale"on InstagramVisit routineyourdream.com for more information Support the Podcast: If you’ve enjoyed How to Build a Planning System You’ll Actually Use | Ep 83 and found it helpful, please leave a review!

    27 min
  3. 1 NOV

    Burnout-Proof Your To-Do List: 20 Ways to Get More Done and Feel Good Doing It

    Got task fatigue? Procrastinating on your to-do's? Your to-do list should feel like a love letter to your future self, not a burden that you dread on a daily basis. You got into entrepreneurship so that you could be in control and have the freedom to live life on your own terms, so dive into today's episode to learn how to design a routine that works for you, not against you. In this episode, TPT sellers will learn 20 ways to get more done and feel so good doing it that it those tedious tasks turn into little self-care moments. Here are some sneak peek quotes from the episode: Get dressed up for a task: "I want to romanticize podcasting..." – ChynellSave a favorite drink or playlist for certain tasks: "Might be you actually saving your favorite drink or a favorite playlist..." – ChynellWear cozy pajamas and enjoy a fireplace setting: "Your thing might be to...cozy up in your favorite fall pajamas and the fireplace." – ChynellGilmore Girls-themed productivity date: "I'm gonna create a Gilmore Girls-themed date with my dashboard." – ChynellWork in a new environment: "You might go to a different environment entirely..." – ChynellMove to a different spot in your home: "Maybe you always work at your dining room table... like, get cozy in bed." – ChynellCreate “dreamy systems” with cozy routines: "Dreamy systems that are practical but still make your brain feel like... ooh, this is exciting." – ChynellLight a specific candle for each task: "This is going to be my email writing candle... my content creation candle." – ChynellMake big picture monthly planning feel special: "Imagine how fun it would be to map out your month with ease." – ChynellUse fun, seasonal drinks: "Instead of a regular coffee, you have like a cinnamon chai." – ChynellAdd color coding to planning: "You're finding joy in the color coding of your calendar." – ChynellGo somewhere insta-worthy with your laptop: "You can go there at noon... on a Saturday with your laptop." – ChynellEnjoy a new snack during tasks: "When is the last time you tried a snack that you've never tried before? If you like it, pair it with that dreaded task" – ChynellTake yourself on a little shopping spree: "After that little shopping spree, say... hmm, what else could I do while I'm out business related?" – ChynellBuy yourself fresh flowers for your workspace: "Maybe I'll have some fresh flowers sitting by my mic just to remind myself..." – ChynellGet a new cozy item: "When's the last time you bought some cozy pajamas?" – ChynellRemind yourself of your impact: "The very things on your to-do list... are going to reach the people who need them." – ChynellTake a quick drive or commute: "Start your work session with a quick little 10-minute drive, then turn around to 'enter' your house." – ChynellCreate a cozy “work nook”: "It's such a perfect time to just get cozy in your favorite, comfy chair." – ChynellCelebrate small wins with treats: "Incentivize all the hard work that you've been up to, because guess what? You're your own boss." – Chynell

    18 min
  4. 18 OCT

    What Successful TPT Sellers Grapple With (But We Aren't Talking About) | EP 80

    In this episode, Chynell explores the pressure to grow that high-achieving TPT sellers experience as they navigate their business success. Often, we celebrate the hustle, the grind, and endless growth, but what about when your business has "enough"? What do you do when you've hit your financial goals but feel burnt out, exhausted, and unable to enjoy the fruits of your labor? Chynell shares a compelling story of one of her clients who built a highly successful TPT business, pulling in over $30,000 per month, yet grappled with her current season of business. In this episode, you'll learn about: The concept of different "seasons" in your business: planting, growing, harvesting, and recognizing your "enough" season.The psychological and emotional struggles of recognizing when you are in a harvest season.How to set your "enough" threshold and the importance of giving yourself permission to step back, rest, and embrace a season where you enjoy what you've built.Real-world examples of how TPT sellers can adjust their mindsets and business strategies to avoid unnecessary burnout.Strategies for maintaining your business's success without constantly feeling the need to push for more. Whether you're in a growth season on TeachersPayTeachers or realizing you're in your "enough" season, this episode offers insights into achieving balance and peace while still maintaining and nurturing a successful education business. Key Takeaways: Success isn't just about continuous growth—it's also about knowing when to rest and nurture what you've already built.Establishing a financial "floor" helps in identifying when it’s okay to take your foot off the pedal.Rest and recovery are essential components of long-term success and creativity.Personalized strategies can allow high achievers to recognize and live comfortably in their "enough" season without the fear of losing momentum. Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdreamWebsite: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in taking your business to the next level? Explore coaching opportunities with Chynell: Send a DM with the word "scale"on InstagramVisit routineyourdream.com for more information Support the Podcast: If you’ve enjoyed this episode and found it helpful, please leave a review to celebrate the podcast's fifth birthday! Thank you for being a part of the Routine Your Dream community. Here's to another five years of success and growth!

    26 min

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The Routine Your Dream podcast (@routineyourdreampodcast) is created for teacher sellers who create and sell their teaching resources online for additional income on sites like TeachersPayTeachers (TpT) or Kajabi. This elementary teacher turned business coach for teacher sellers is spilling her secrets and sharing the exact high-performance habits and online marketing strategies that will help YOU routine your dream of becoming a successful teacher seller.

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