26 min
#41: Business Isn't All Rainbows and Unicorns, with Kathy Norton Classroom to Business
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- Entrepreneurship
In this insightful episode, Kirsty Gibbs sits down with the enthusiastic Kathy Norton from Rise Up Education, on the 27th floor of a Melbourne high rise to divulge the journey of her tutoring business. Giving a peek into the hard-earned lessons and strategic planning that goes behind a successful educational venture, this conversation is a goldmine for tutors and business owners alike. Kathy shares candidly about the unexpected intricacies and challenges of starting and growing her own business.
Kathy’s narrative begins with an honest acknowledgment of her initial underestimation of how long it would take to make her business known and establish a client base. As the discussion unfolds, she shares the pivotal moment when she decided to take her role seriously – engaging with the stories of parents and acknowledging the genuine need for her services in the community.
Throughout the episode, Kathy opens up about the significant mindset shift that propelled her business forward. From the crucial act of charging what she was worth to embarking on the search for staff, she offers invaluable pointers on scaling a business while maintaining authenticity.
This episode provides an authentic account of the highs and lows experienced by tutors stepping into the business world.
Growing your own tutoring business? Join Kirsty's FREE Online Mini Course 'Tutoring Business Breakthrough' on 21st, 22nd and 23rd May. CLICK HERE to register and secure your spot.
If you're looking to work together, book in for a FREE Strategy Call and let’s get a plan happening. BOOK YOUR FREE CALL HERE and chat one-on-one with Kirsty.
LOVE THE PODCAST? Please make sure you leave a review. I absolutely LOVE hearing from you.
In this insightful episode, Kirsty Gibbs sits down with the enthusiastic Kathy Norton from Rise Up Education, on the 27th floor of a Melbourne high rise to divulge the journey of her tutoring business. Giving a peek into the hard-earned lessons and strategic planning that goes behind a successful educational venture, this conversation is a goldmine for tutors and business owners alike. Kathy shares candidly about the unexpected intricacies and challenges of starting and growing her own business.
Kathy’s narrative begins with an honest acknowledgment of her initial underestimation of how long it would take to make her business known and establish a client base. As the discussion unfolds, she shares the pivotal moment when she decided to take her role seriously – engaging with the stories of parents and acknowledging the genuine need for her services in the community.
Throughout the episode, Kathy opens up about the significant mindset shift that propelled her business forward. From the crucial act of charging what she was worth to embarking on the search for staff, she offers invaluable pointers on scaling a business while maintaining authenticity.
This episode provides an authentic account of the highs and lows experienced by tutors stepping into the business world.
Growing your own tutoring business? Join Kirsty's FREE Online Mini Course 'Tutoring Business Breakthrough' on 21st, 22nd and 23rd May. CLICK HERE to register and secure your spot.
If you're looking to work together, book in for a FREE Strategy Call and let’s get a plan happening. BOOK YOUR FREE CALL HERE and chat one-on-one with Kirsty.
LOVE THE PODCAST? Please make sure you leave a review. I absolutely LOVE hearing from you.
26 min