Teacher Entrepreneur Podcast

Teacher Entrepreneur Podcast

The Teacher Entrepreneur Podcast is the podcast for teachers and online educators looking to start and scale an online business as a teacher, through teaching online (both on Outschool and/or independently) and by diversifying your income through options like hiring teachers as an organization, creating and selling digital products on platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers or digital courses, and more. Each week, Katie Gettys and her guests will share top tips and actionable strategies that you will need to create classes that sell as an online teacher, how to market yourself online as a teacher, and how to scale and grow past just live teaching hours. Katie Gettys is an elementary music teacher-turned-online teacher entrepreneur, an expat and dedicated traveler, and a proud dog mom. You can follow her on Instagram at @katiegettys_ or head to katiegettys.com/

Episodes

April 16, 2025 7 mins

Are you posting regularly on Instagram, trying to get new students—but it feels like you’re shouting into the void with zero engagement? Been there.

When I started marketing my online music lessons on IG, it was crickets. But now? My studio has brought in 100 enrollments in the past 6 months just from Instagram. And no, it wasn’t luck—it came down to a few key strategies that helped build momentum, boost engagement, and bring in stu...

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Are you showing up every single day on Instagram… but still struggling to get students? You’re not alone. When I first started using IG to market my music lessons, I had no idea what I was doing—and I wasted so much time on strategies that just didn’t work. 

Now, imagine if you knew exactly what to post to attract your dream students—without the burnout. If you had a steady, reliable stream of inquiries coming in from fam...

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Tired of waiting around for new students to find you? Ready to fill your online teaching schedule with learners who are *actually* excited to work with you? Same.  

For years, private music teachers have been told to rely on word-of-mouth or sign up on a teaching platform. But if you’re here, you already know—there’s a better way. You want a system that puts *you* in control. One where inquiries come in consistently, your ...

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Have you ever wondered if teaching on Outschool is really worth it anymore? Maybe you’re frustrated with the 30% cut, the constant platform changes, or the feeling that you don’t actually own your business. Because same.

For four years, I built my online teaching business on Outschool—it was a great place to start. But I had always dreamed of going off on my own. I just didn’t know how to find my own students. This past su...

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Have you gotten swept into all of these updates and changes that Outschool has been throwing out to teachers, changing everything from class types to Flex classes to Self-paced to Subscription model?

I dont know about you but I've been definitely feeling overwhelmed and caught off-guard by a lot of the changes that have been put out there and I've had a lot of you actually reaching out and asking me what I think...

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Ever find yourself wondering why your Outschool classes aren't grabbing the spotlight they deserve? If your virtual classroom feels a little too quiet for comfort, don't worry – you're in the right place!

Today, we're diving into the top five reasons your Outschool class listings might not be converting as you'd hoped, and more importantly, how to turn things around.

SHOW NOTES: https://k...

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Ever found yourself wondering how you can improve your Outschool enrollments?
Whether you're a seasoned educator looking to amplify your success or a newcomer eager to stand out in the virtual classroom, we've got you covered!

In this episode, we're diving deep into five game-changing strategies that can boost your Outschool enrollments!

So, are you ready to boost your Outschool enrollments? Le...

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Are you ready to turn your teaching passion into profit on Outschool platform, but you’re feeling a little lost in the crowd?  Whether you're struggling to stand out among the crowd, or to even get your classes to start showing up in search, this episode is your golden ticket to start gaining those enrollments.

If this sounds like you, then stay tuned for strategies that will not only help you discover what to teach ...

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If you're considering teaching on Outschool platform, then I've got some hard truths that every new teacher should be aware of before getting started. 

Outschool is a very different place now in 2024 than it was back in 2020 when it really blew up, so I’m here to set the record straight and give you some honest truths about what to expect from the platform these days. 

I think these golden nuggets I&apos...

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Are you considering taking the leap into the world of online teaching?
Well , let me tell you, I've been in the online teaching world for over five years now, if you can believe it, and there are so many things that I wish I had known when I first started  as an online teacher.

So in this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing the 5 game-changing insights that would have made all the difference f...

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If you’re an aspiring online teacher, this episode is tailor-made for you!
With five years of online teaching experience under my belt, I can assure you that today's journey is a whole new level of excitement compared to when I first started.

So in this episode, I’m thrilled to share what I would do If I Was to Start Teaching Online TODAY, right from scratch. Stay tuned till the end because I've got a game-c...

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Ready to unlock the secrets to cutting your online teaching hours in half while still scaling your income? Then buckle up because in today's episode, we're diving into your step-by-step blueprint for teaching success.

From crafting a crystal-clear vision to auditing your biz for maximum efficiency, and from automating your processes to building irresistible passive offers, we're leaving no stone unturned. <...

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Are you ready to uncover the game-changing secret to scaling your online teaching business beyond live lessons? 

Then stick with me because in today's episode, where we're tackling the biggest mistake that can hold you back from reaching your full potential in your business, and can keep you totally stuck as you’re trying to scale beyond live teaching. Let’s dive in!

SHOW NOTES: https://katiegettys.com...

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Ever dreamt of taking your online teaching to the next level by turning it into a full-blown organization – but the thought of handing over those precious group classes or managing a team of teachers got you feeling a bit anxious?

Well no worries, my friend! Today's episode we're about to strip away the complexity, break it down, and make scaling as an organization not just doable but truly simple. Get ready to ...

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So you love teaching but you don’t love showing up live on calls 24/7 for your students?
Or maybe you’ve had a super successful online class and you’re looking to double down and increase its reach and revenue? Or maybe you’ve considered the course creation route as an online teacher but you have no idea where to get started?

Well, my friends, you're in for a treat because in this episode I'm talking about ...

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If your live teaching schedule is full but you’re dreaming of reaching more students and amplifying your impact without feeling tied down to one-on-one sessions, then get ready because in today's episode, we're unlocking the transformative power of the one-to-many approach in your teaching business.

SHOW NOTES: https://katiegettys.com/episode5

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Are you drowning in the chaos of your never-ending to-do list, feeling like there's just not enough time in the day to focus on what truly matters?

In today's episode, we're tackling the struggle that keeps many entrepreneurs up at night – the relentless battle with time.

Stay tuned, because in this episode we're unlocking the transformative power of systems and outsourcing in your teaching b...

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Are you a passionate online educator with a fully booked schedule, finding it impossible to take on more students or lessons? Yet, the desire to broaden your impact and boost your income is still strong. If that sounds like you, then you might be considering the leap from solo teaching to becoming an organization!

In this episode, we're delving deep into the details of this path to diversify – uncovering what it trul...

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If you’ve been dreaming of a business model that goes beyond the constraints of time, amplifies your impact, and starts bringing in  passive income, then get ready because in today's episode, we're unlocking the transformative power of digital products in your teaching business.

SHOW NOTES: https://katiegettys.com/episode8

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Ever find yourself swamped with tasks, drowning in an ever-growing to-do list, and wondering if there’s a way to finally catch your breath or make some real progress in your online business as a teacher?

Well, in today’s episode we’re going to dive into how to know when you’re truly ready to bring another set of hands into your business. Stay tuned as we discover how to determine when you’re ready to take the leap and hir...

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