Ever wonder what it takes to start or join a TPT mastermind? What are the steps to get started and how do you find the right people? You'll hear all about it in this special episode with my own mastermind group! The best thing about a mastermind is that no two are alike, but you do want to make sure it aligns with your personal business goals and what you're looking for in a mastermind. Episode Highlights How our mastermind came to beThe structure and schedule of our mastermindWhat we've...

Publishing your TPT listing brings an endless list of small decisions to overthink. Let's talk through all the choices together so you can get that new listing live with confidence! Episode Highlights overview of the components when editing a product listing5 tips to publish your product listings on TPT Resources and Links DIY Your Product Photography CTP Episode Mockup Magic with Katie Brockmeyer CTP Episode Let's connect! TPT Store: The Southern TeachWebsite:...

Let's get those TPT listings found in search and added to cart! Today I'm sharing tons of actionable tips for your titles and descriptions. Episode Highlights 3 components of a captivating product title and description5 parts of a killer TPT descriptionExtra tips for title and description copy Resources and Links Free Product Listing Toolkit Let's connect! TPT Store: The Southern TeachWebsite: thesouthernteachdesigns.comInstagram: @thesouthernteach.designsFacebook: The Southern Teach Design...

Should my preview be widescreen, portrait, or square? How many pages should my preview be? How much of my resource should I show? Let's deep dive into best practices for product previews in this episode! Episode Highlights What a preview is and where it's locatedMain must-haves of previewsWhat to leave out in previews3 common types of previewsA walk-through of a preview from one of my best-selling resources Resources and Links Free Product Listing Toolkit Product Preview Template Bundle Let's...

Let's go through a checklist of the DOs (and don'ts) of covers and thumbnails that convert to cha-chings. Episode Highlights What a product cover and thumbnail is and where it's locatedMain must-haves of covers and thumbnailsWhat to leave out in covers and thumbnailsA walk-through of a cover and thumbnails from one of my best-selling resources Resources and Links Free Product Listing Toolkit Cover and Thumbnail Templates Let's connect! TPT Store: The Southern TeachWebsite:...

Where can AI save us time and take some heavy lifting off of our plates? I'm sharing some of my favorite AI tips and tricks in today's episode. Episode Highlights Common myths and misconceptionsAI tools that I’ve used How to use AI for product creation How to use AI for content creation and social media Resources and Links https://www.unitygroup.com/blog/ai-in-business-most-common-myths-debunked/ https://www.eduaide.ai/ https://www.jasper.ai/ https://openai.com/...

The Creative Teacher Lab is officially here! I have developed and created a series of trainings specifically for teacher sellers on branding and graphic design. If you are interested, but not sure what's all included (or what it's about), then you should listen to this bonus episode! You can learn more and sign up at https://www.thesouthernteachdesigns.com/enroll Mentioned in this episode: Spring Fling 2024 Spring Fling 2024 will take place from March 22-24, 2024! You can register for free...

Roll up your sleeves and add some technical skills to your TPT toolbox. SEO, pricing, and high quality products matter so we always need to stay sharp in these areas. Episode Highlights Common SEO and Analytics MythsTitle tipsHow to monitor and adjust to see if your changes are effective Resources and Links Your Data Playbook Affiliate Link Uber Suggest Enjoy the other episodes in this 4 part series: Part 1: Your TPT Store, Great British Bake-Off Style Part 2: The Signature - Level Up Your...

Your TPT store's visual identity is more important than you might think. Think of your favorite brands from a decade or two ago, and you'll likely be surprised at how much they've evolved. Brands continuously update their look to stay current and relevant, and it's no different for your TPT store. In this episode, we explore the four compelling reasons why giving your TPT store a fresh look can be a game-changer. Episode Highlights Refreshing your TPT store can significantly impact your...

Today we are doing a rapid-fire Q&A on 10 common frequently asked questions among TPT sellers about branding and designing TPT resources. I think you'll love this episode - I share my honest answers and opinions for each one with little tips in between! Episode Highlights How do I create a compelling TPT store logo?What color schemes work best for educational resources?Are there affordable tools for designing TPT resources?How can I design eye-catching product covers for TPT?What are...

Pop out a seat, grab some coffee, and let's chat about some new things happening in TPT land! There are a LOT of new changes and things to know about, and I wanted to share with you my take as it's hot off the press. While I won't be chatting about all the new changes, I did want to share with you and highlight 7 of my favorite ones! Note - I am not affiliated or endorsed by TPT; I just wanted to share with you my thoughts on these new updates and how it could be helpful in our...

Join me in this enlightening episode as we dive into the world of TPT success with Yari Aguilu of Sweet Tooth Teaching. Yari takes us on a journey, beginning with her inspiration to become an educator and how that passion evolved into a thriving business. Making the transition from teaching to becoming a full-time TPT seller is a significant leap, and Yari shares her experiences of the initial challenges she faced in launching her business and how she overcame them. Yari generously shares her...

Ever wondered how to get more out of your content without all the extra work? Our guest Kassaundra Foster has got you covered! Kassaundra is former teacher turned social media manager for teacher business owners. We'll hear about her journey as a teacherpreneur and why repurposing content is a game-changer. She'll debunk some myths and share tips on pulling content for social media effeciently, so it doesn't eat up all your time. Episode Highlights What it means to repurpose contentCommon...

Are you wondering what it's like to launch a course or membership for the first time? Want some strategies to infuse in your next launch? Come behind the scenes and take a peek at my first membership launch for my teacher audience! Episode Highlights background into creating my membership (the good and the bad)what worked well in my launchwhat didn't work wellwhat I'll be trying in the next launch Resources and Links Penny in Your Pocket - Tahnee Membership Theme Kajabi The Relevant...

Ever wonder the process of hiring a VA or how to even get started? Luckily our guest this week, Hayley Klees, has all the knowledge and insights to helping you make that first or (next) leap! Episode Highlights signs it's time to outsourcebenefits of outsourcing with VAsexamples of tasks VAs can do for your businessthe typical process for hiring a VAWhere to find reliable VAs Resources and Links VA Facebook Group Waitlist Educator to Entrepreneur Course Instagram @hayley.klees Mentioned in...

What does it take to build a holistic brand - keeping a clear strategy with also keeping the visuals in mind? I break it down for you in this podcast episode for teacher sellers! Episode Highlights Brand strategy vs brand identityhow branding is like an iceberg4 steps to determining a brand strategyHow to craft your brand identityHaving templates to keep consistencyAdapting and modifying your brand strategy and identity Resources and Links Podcast Episode: Using Color in Your TPT...

Do you feel as though you're going through the motions of having a TPT business, but also feel like you don't have a clear direction in where your business is going? Wondering what you can do to take your business from hobby to long-term and sustainable? Seeing growth and success on the TPT platform is harder and more competitive than ever, but it can be done. Lauren Fulton is here to discuss important tips and insights on how to make sure you have a business that stays afloat - even when...

Is it too late to see growth or reach levels of success on TPT? The landscape of TPT is always evolving and changing, sometimes due to factors beyond our control. But rather than throw in the towel, it might be time to shake things up, pivot, or do something different. Some sellers are seeing growth despite the odds (I'm grateful to say my store is thriving)! I wanted to share some insights and tips that have been working (and not working) in my store. I hope you can take away what I share in...

Are you a TPT seller looking for branding and graphic design tips for your business or looking for simple and actionable ways to grow your teacher seller store? You've come to the right place! I'd love to hear any topics or guests you'd love to have on the show! Just send me a DM on Instagram at @thesouthernteach.designs! Download my free Product Listing Toolkit for Teacher Sellers: https://www.thesouthernteachdesigns.com/freetoolkit Give yourself a brand audit with this free guide:...

It's officially 2 seasons down for The Creative Teacher Podcast! Thank you all for listening and supporting this podcast. As we take a break for the summer, I want to share with you some opportunities to learn from me! Join the Summer Email Series Register for the Teacher Seller Summit (affiliate link) Register for TPT Forward 2023 Mentioned in this episode: New quarterly product listing service option available! I launched the Ready Set Revamp product listing service last year and was...

In 2021, I resigned from teaching mid-year and leapt "full-time" into my teacher business. The situation wasn't in the way I expected - I had planned on coming back from maternity leave that school year. Have you ever thought about what it would look like if you were to leave teaching to work on your business full-time? This episode will hopefully have you thinking some scenarios and what if's whenever (if ever) you wish to take that step. In this episode, you will learn: My story of why I...

Do you ever feel like you're an island in a sea of other teacher sellers? You're not alone! There are plenty of ways to reach out and find a TPT buddy or mentor to connect with - and the benefits are endless! Laura Fogle is here on the show to chat about why it's important to find a teacher seller friend in person or online! Laura has been happily selling resources in her Teachers Pay Teachers store for 8 years. Her store and blog is Happy Teacher Happy Students and focuses on creative...

I love to share teacher seller business tools, especially when they help with productivity! If you're feeling the overwhelm of trying to maintain business tasks and do all the things, I hope you can listen into this episode as I share with you highly recommended paid and free tools you can use to help manage your business. In this episode, you will learn: How I found out about each toolBenefits and features of each toolHow I use the tools in my businessHow the tools have helped boost my...

Have you ever seen the same mockups on product listings or social media posts? Maybe you feel discouraged that a lot of sellers are using the same images for your store, just like the fonts and clipart we all know about. The good news is that we can stand out and be unique even with mockup images! Our guest Kelly Harvill will share with us insight on how we can make this happen. Kelly is an educator and photographer who also sells resources, mockups, and images through her TPT store and...

Mommin' isn't easy! And neither is being a teacher business owner. Doing both? Some days it seems nearly impossible! How in the world does one juggle it all? A common question I get asked a lot is something to the effect of, “How do you fit in time to work on your TPT and service-based businesses with 3 kids?" Today I'll share with you some tips that have (for the most part) helped make it a lot more manageable! In this episode, you will learn:    productivity tips for teacher sellers who...