x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Upgrade Your Education Business

Sumantha McMahon

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,

business entrepreneurship

All Episodes

02:26

PS 102 Permission to Do It Your Way

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/06/11

In this episode, I share why it’s important to run your business your way. I talk about ignoring advice that doesn’t suit you and building a business that feels good and fits your life.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely

en

20:42

162 Tackling Tricky Topics I See Being Discussed

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/06/09

Struggling with tricky client situations? This episode is for you.Sumantha covers:Handling discount requests without undervaluing yourselfWhen to enforce your terms and when to make exceptionsChoosing between hourly rates or block paymentsHow to sell group classes when clients want one-to-onesAdapt advice to fit your business - small tweaks can make a big difference.Enjoy :-)Sumantha____________________👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business

en

01:52

PS 101 Perfectly Imperfect Progress - That's The Point

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/06/04

This episode tackles perfectionism in business and why progress matters more - it's not just a catchy phrase.I share tips on embracing imperfect action, learning as you go, and building momentum; because growth comes from moving forward, not waiting for things to be perfect.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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

en

35:20

161 Sumantha and Sarah Answering Questions From The...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/06/02

Get ready for a pinch of silliness, some laughs and A LOT of value!Sarah Capewell and I recorded this spontaneous episode to answer some excellent questions from our community.Here's what we covered:What to do when you're fully booked and don't want to add more evening lessons or teach at weekendsWhen planning for tutoring, where to start with resources and lesson planning.Getting parents to trust you're a great tutor.How to find reputable international agents.How to turn messages on messenger into

en

02:05

PS 100 Is The Fear Of Being Bored Affecting Our...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/21

In a day and age where 'shiny object syndrome' is a thing, in this soundbite, I explore whether it boils down to us being afraid of boredom ...I'd love to know your thoughts.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to

en

17:04

160 Keep Your Tutoring Business Fully Booked (Without...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/19

It's time to break that feast and famine cycle in our businesses - without it meaning working all the time!When you're a small business owner, it's easy to be on the constant treadmill of chasing new clients. Often, it's driven by fear of the 'famine'.But, as I explore in this episode, it doesn't have to be that way.This episode is for you if you want to break that cycle and create something that's designed for you.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've

en

02:46

PS 99 Building Boundaries as a Business Owner

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/14

So much falls under the 'boundaries' umbrella.In this short soundbite, I navigate through a few boundaries we need to pay attention to as education business owners.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our

en

10:47

159 Why Community Matters When Growing a Tutoring...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/12

Community is so powerful - we know this - but how do we find the right one for us?In this episode, I talk about the benefits of being in the right kind of community and how it can massively impact our businesses.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested

en

01:37

PS 98 Rejection Is Redirection

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/07

I think you'll like this reframe.Rejection stings—it’s natural. But what if you reframed it as redirection?Enjoy this week's short soundbite!Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche.There's no generic business

en

14:14

158 The Business Skills Every Tutor Needs (Beyond...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/05/05

Running a tutoring business, whether you're an independent tutor or hire tutors or whatever - it's not a “less serious” version of running a business. It is a business. So, in this episode, I share 5 key areas to pay attention to so you can keep doing what you love for longer.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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

en

02:20

PS 97 The Power of Gratitude in Business

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/30

Nope, this isn't woo woo! Yep, this is powerful.Gratitude isn't just a feel-good practice. It's a game changer for our mindset.Tune into this short soundbite to find out why!Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored

en

09:05

157 Getting Clients Through Word-of-Mouth (Without...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/28

It's time to make word of mouth intentional and not a happy accident!In this episode, I share some simple and effective tips to encourage referrals in a way that doesn't feel uncomfortable.And if you're a Masterminder, here is the link to the training to attract more enquiries (including word of mouth referrals). Eunice - hyperlink this line to this link: https://www.tutorsmastermind.com/signin/post/296 Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over

en

02:03

PS 96 The Power of Saying No

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/23

Saying no isn’t about being difficult—it’s about being intentional. In this short soundbite, I cast a light on the importance of mastering this two-letter word - 'no'!Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our

en

19:17

156 How to Stand Out in a Crowded Tutoring Market

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/21

Standing out isn't about looking better than your competition. It's about being you.In this episode, I share practical and strategic ideas to help you attract the right clients.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely

en

02:14

PS 95 From Imposter Syndrome to Expert Mindset

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/16

I'm no expert in imposter syndrome, and it can be pretty complex.But I have had experience in supporting people who experience it.In this short episode, I share a tip that may well unlock a new mindset ...Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods

en

40:11

155 Nicola Lutz_ Making Selling Less Intimidating

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/14

Nicola Lutz joins me for this conversation on how to make selling effective without losing authenticity.She highlights a particularly important point - we need to be doing something every day to move the needle on our sales.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on

en

02:45

PS 94 The Role of Reflection in Growth

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/09

We often focus on doing. But space is just as important.In this short soundbite, I explore the role reflection plays in growth.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche.There's no generic business advice

en

25:26

154 Group Classes: How to Make the Transition Smooth...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/07

Group classes are a fabulous way to support students who thrive in that environment while earning more without teaching more.BUT, they can also come with a lot of admin.In this episode, I share key considerations to make sure your transition is smooth, you price your groups correctly and share tips to promote them successfully.Enjoy :-) SumanthaLinks MentionedLaunch, Teach & Fill Group Classes CoursesFrom The Tutors' MastermindAttract students to groups Group Class Sales

en

01:30

PS 93 Breaking Free from the Scarcity Mindset

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/04/02

As small business owners, it's easy to fall into the scarcity mindset.In this short soundbite, I offer some reframes for you to lean on whenever you have a moment of doubt.Enjoy :-) Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to

en

22:48

153 Social Media for Tutors: How to Get Results...

Upgrade Your Education Business ·

2025/03/31

Social media isn't our full-time jobs! In this episode, I help you streamline your marketing so it's effective without being time consuming.Links mentioned:1 Year Content Plan Mastermind TrainingEnjoy :-)Sumantha____________________👋🏽 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!My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are

en

160 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...