Upgrade Your Education Business

Sumantha McMahon
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  • Entrepreneurship
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Upgrade Your Education Business is the go-to podcast for private tutors and education business owners who want to grow a sustainable, joyful business without following formulas or burning out. Hosted by experienced business mentor Sumantha McMahon, each episode is packed with practical marketing and sales strategies, mindset insights, and real talk about the highs and lows of running your own tutoring business. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine and simplify what you’ve built, you’ll find inspiration and actionable advice that helps you attract students, boost your visibility, and create a business that works for your version of success. 🎧 New episodes every week, including short mindset boosters and deeper strategy sessions.

  1. 11h ago

    PS 165 The rate you set when you were new

    In this episode, I explore how tutors often set their first hourly rate based on other tutors’ prices or their previous teaching salary, and how that initial figure can continue to influence pricing years later. She challenges tutors to look beyond simply increasing their current rate and instead ask what their work is actually worth today, based on the transformation, value and peace of mind they provide to students and parents. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  2. 2d ago

    The Question Every Tutor Is Secretly Asking Me

    In this episode, I explore how tutors can make confident decisions about pricing, social media, and AI by focusing on impact, purpose, and personal style. I share practical insights to help tutors tailor strategies to their unique business models. Takeaways • Pricing should reflect the impact and transformation, not just the offer details. • Social media can reinforce credibility and build trust, not just attract clients. • AI tools can save time if used to support existing routines, not replace genuine connection. • Trust your experience and instincts when creating unique offers. • Decide the purpose of each marketing activity before investing effort. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  3. Oct 7

    PS 164 The diary tells the truth

    In this episode, I explore what your diary can reveal about the way you are actually running your tutoring business. I explain how old decisions, habits and commitments can continue to shape your workload long after they made sense. I share a simple question to help tutors review their time and identify what they would no longer choose today, creating opportunities to streamline their workload. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  4. Oct 5

    The Waiting List That Tells You What To Build

    This episode explores the versatile uses of waiting lists in business, especially in tutoring, and how they can be a powerful tool for demand building, market research, and income stability. Takeaways • A waiting list is not a status symbol but a tool for demand management. • Adding questions to your waiting list can turn it into a market research tool. • You don't need to be full to benefit from a waiting list. • A waiting list helps fill unexpected gaps in your schedule. • Continuously adding new inquiries keeps your income stable. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  5. Sep 30

    PS 163 Allowed to find it easy

    In this episode I explore why tutors can feel uncomfortable when their work starts to feel easy. Sumantha challenges the belief that success must come with exhaustion, introducing the idea of the “suffering tax”. She explains how ease can actually be the result of thoughtful planning, experience and well-designed offers, and why tutors should allow themselves to rest when the hard work has already been done. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  6. Sep 28

    The Hidden Block On Your Growth

    I explore how the word 'realistic' can limit growth and how to move past invisible fences we set for ourselves. I share personal insights and practical steps to redefine success and take actionable steps towards our goals. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  7. Sep 23

    PS 162 The offer hiding in your enquiry calls

    In this episode I explore how the things tutors repeatedly explain to potential and existing clients can reveal valuable gaps in what their market understands. Sumantha encourages tutors to pay attention to these recurring questions and recognise that their everyday expertise could become a useful resource, lead magnet, or even a new offer. By keeping track of what they explain repeatedly, tutors can uncover ideas they may have been overlooking because they have simply become part of the routine. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

  8. Sep 21

    Showing Up Online (When You're Not A Natural At It)

    In this episode I explore how tutors can overcome discomfort around showing up online by aligning their visibility efforts with their personality and comfort levels. I offer practical strategies for building confidence and staying authentic while increasing online presence. ____________________ 👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon, and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners. As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you! Yes, I'm qualified too :-) My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche. Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success: #1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring High-touch 6-month programme for tutors who want to make their business more lucrative, in a sustainable way for the future, while protecting the impact they make. #2 The Tutors' Mastermind The leading membership for tutors that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts. This podcast is recorded using Riverside. Sign up for your account here (free plan available) ____________________ Sometimes, I share links to resources and apps that I recommend. They are all based on my experience - if I don't love them, I don't recommend them. In some cases, I earn a small commission for my recommendation, at no cost to you. © 2024 Sumantha McMahon Mentioned in this episode: Sumantha's Online Summit 2027 is now live! Grab your free ticket here: https://sumanthamcmahon.krtra.com/t/oXxtHVD48w9c

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Upgrade Your Education Business is the go-to podcast for private tutors and education business owners who want to grow a sustainable, joyful business without following formulas or burning out. Hosted by experienced business mentor Sumantha McMahon, each episode is packed with practical marketing and sales strategies, mindset insights, and real talk about the highs and lows of running your own tutoring business. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine and simplify what you’ve built, you’ll find inspiration and actionable advice that helps you attract students, boost your visibility, and create a business that works for your version of success. 🎧 New episodes every week, including short mindset boosters and deeper strategy sessions.

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