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The Education Business Podcast

The Education Business Podcast is for educational consultants, small education-based business owners, Edtech providers and workshop leaders focused on providing education services to schools, as well as for teachers transitioning to freelancing with an entrepreneurial business idea. Growing and scaling a business that provides a service to schools and education requires a different skillset and inside knowledge to many other entrepreneurial ventures. In this podcast Claire Riley, CEO of Classroom

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37:48

From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Kerry's Journey from...

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2025/10/06

From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Kerry's Journey from Classroom to Business In this episode of The Education Business Podcast, hosted by Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, we hear from Kerry, a former teacher who transitioned to entrepreneurship. Kerry shares her 15-year teaching experience, the challenges of balancing motherhood and work, her traumatic experiences around childbirth and IVF, and the impact of COVID-19. She discusses her initial doubts about entering the business world and

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3:37

Tip: The Power of Conversations in Growing Your...

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2025/10/01

The Power of Conversations in Growing Your Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, addresses education business founders and owners. She emphasises the importance of engaging in conversations with peers, industry leaders, and even competitors to gain valuable insights and foster growth. By sharing her personal journey from feeling intimidated to embracing interactions, Claire highlights the benefits of networking and

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49:14

Navigating Education Business: From Redundancy to...

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2025/09/29

Navigating Education Business: From Redundancy to Resilience In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, co-founder Claire Riley of Classroom Secrets interviews Curtis, an education business veteran, about his unconventional journey into the sector. Curtis, born in The Bahamas and raised in the Cayman Islands, transitioned from an IT project management career to publishing educational materials, initially motivated by his mother’s underpaid book. They discuss the challenges of selling

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4:08

Tip: Strategies for Effective Planning in Your...

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2025/09/24

Strategies for Effective Planning in Your Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the importance of planning in advance for education business founders and owners. She shares her own challenging experiences with time management and provides practical advice on how to effectively plan day-to-day operations and meetings as your team grows. Emphasising the balance between spontaneity and structured planning,

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24:07

From Teacher to Education Entrepreneur: Emma's...

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2025/09/22

From Teacher to Education Entrepreneur: Emma's Journey and Insights In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, interviews Emma, a former part-time primary school teacher who transitioned into running 'Is It Time to Play?', an educational resource website specialising in play-based learning for early years teachers. Emma shares her journey of leaving teaching in 2022 due to burnout and the challenge of juggling multiple responsibilities. She

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Tip: Growing Your Education Business with Integrity

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2025/09/17

Growing Your Education Business with Integrity This episode of the Education Business Podcast, hosted by Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, explores the importance of authenticity and integrity in promoting your education business. Claire discusses the pitfalls of pretending to be someone else in promotional activities, the legal implications of fake reviews, and emphasises the need for personal development if you feel compelled to trick people into buying your product. She encourages

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27:33

Balancing Motherhood and Business: Karen's Insights...

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2025/09/17

Balancing Motherhood and Business: Insights from an Education Entrepreneur In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley welcomes back Karen, founder of Mind Marvels, to discuss her journey of balancing motherhood and running an education business. Karen shares her experiences from the past nine months since having her daughter Alice, including the challenges and rewards of managing both roles. They delve into topics such as the importance of delegation, maintaining

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4:54

Tip: Understanding Employee Motivation in Education...

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2025/09/16

Understanding Employee Motivation in Education Businesses In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, Claire Riley, discusses the importance of understanding why potential employees want to join your education business. She reflects on her early experiences as an employer and emphasises the necessity of finding candidates who genuinely bring value to the company, rather than just fulfilling their personal desires, such as working from home. Claire encourages

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31:57

Overcoming Challenges in Education Business: Insights...

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2025/09/16

Overcoming Challenges in Education Business: Insights from Heather's Entrepreneurial Journey In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley interviews Heather, a co-founder and seasoned education business owner. Heather recounts her journey from an uncertain post-university period to discovering her passion for teaching in Japan, and eventually transitioning to starting her own business. She shares valuable insights on entrepreneurial action, the challenges of hiring, the

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2:22

Tip: Maximise Your Education Business - The...

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2025/09/15

Maximise Your Education Business: The Importance of Founder's Days In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the significance of having 'founder's days' for education business owners. She shares insights from her experience and the positive impact these dedicated days have had on her business, from addressing backlog tasks to facilitating strategic planning. Sponsored by Classroom Secrets, this podcast is perfect for those looking to

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40:35

Leveraging Social Media and Lived Experience:...

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2025/09/15

Leveraging Social Media and Lived Experience: Growing an Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, interviews Martin, a former primary school teacher turned successful business owner. Martin shares his journey from teaching to creating a thriving Instagram presence focused on education and fitness. The discussion highlights the importance of lived experience in building impactful education businesses, the role of social

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7:47

Tip: Setting Effective Boundaries in Your Education...

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2025/09/15

Setting Effective Boundaries in Your Education Business In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the importance of setting boundaries for education business founders and owners. Claire shares a personal anecdote about her early tutoring days when she struggled with boundary setting, which led to a misuse of her resources by a neighbour. The story underscores the need for clear communication and boundary reinforcement in business

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35:38

Building a Successful Education Business and Staying...

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2025/09/15

Building a Successful Education Business and Staying True to Your Passion In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, interviews Sharon, a former teacher turned successful franchise owner of Connexus Tuition. Sharon shares her journey from teaching to becoming a national business leader, discussing the challenges and insights she gained along the way. They delve into topics like the importance of community, the impact of COVID-19 on the tutoring

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3:52

Tip: Importance of External Advisors in Education...

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2025/09/15

Importance of External Advisors in Education Businesses In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, host Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, discusses the challenges of seeking and utilising advice within an education business. She emphasises the importance of having external advisors who can offer neutral, unbiased guidance, as opposed to internal team members who may have personal agendas. Riley shares insights from her own experiences and the key lesson that neutral advisors can

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42:35

Balancing Passions and Parenthood: Ruth's Journey...

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2025/09/15

Balancing Passions and Parenthood: Ruth's Journey from Teacher to Education Entrepreneur In this episode of the Education Business Podcast, Claire Riley, co-founder of Classroom Secrets, speaks with Ruth about her inspiring transition from a dedicated teacher to a thriving education entrepreneur. Ruth shares her early passion for teaching, fostered by a family deeply embedded in education, and her quick rise to senior leadership roles in schools. However, the birth of her son led her to seek

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40:11

The Legals on Ofsted, Employment Law, R&D and AI with...

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2025/01/10

This episode marks the second of a series that will feature on the Education Business Podcast. What do you need to know about legals in your education business at the moment? You will learn about: What's changing in UK employment law DfE's AI commitment Ofsted reforms for MATs R&D Credit clawbacks Resources: The Commercial Education Brief: https://www.freeths.co.uk/insights-events/legal-articles/2024/commercial-education-brief-summer-2024/ Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me:

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39:25

Teacher to Entrepreneur Lessons with Jenny Cooke

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2025/01/10

In this episode I chat with Jenny Cooke, founder of Oddizzi, to learn about her journey from teaching into entrepreneurship.You will learn:The importance of brand.Why you should stay true to your passion. How to stand out in a saturated market. Resources:Join the Education Business Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/educationbusinessclubMy website: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.ukFind me on Facebook:

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24:17

Teacher to Entrepreneur Lessons with Laura McInerney

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2024/09/02

In this episode I chat with Laura McInerney, founder of Teacher Tapp, to learn about her journey from teaching into journalism and entrepreneurship.You will learn:That tenacity is an important traitWhy data points are useful in your business and how to find out moreResources:Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hourJoin Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-clubApply for Education

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7:51

7 Reasons You Need a 5 Year Plan

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2024/08/26

In this episode we discuss 7 reasons why you need to have a 3-5 year plan for your business. You will learn: Who the plan is for Why it's important to have one How it can help you turn your business into an asset Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hour Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring:

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28:14

Teacher to Entrepreneur Lessons with Laura Summers

The Education Business Podcast ·

2024/08/19

In this episode I chat with Laura Summers, founder of The Book Machine, to learn from her key lessons in the transition from teacher to entrepreneur. You will learn: Different ways to juggle kids and a business The benefits of growing a team slowly Resources:Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hour Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business

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