In this inspiring episode of the Teach Music Online Podcast , host Carly Walton chats with Grant Collins , a visionary drum teacher from Australia who has taken his passion for teaching and transformed it into a fully online studio. Grant’s journey from international performer to online educator is filled with actionable insights, personal stories, and motivational advice for any music teacher looking to make a bigger impact online. Join us to learn how Grant built his “Drum Dojo,” embraced tech...
Nov 18, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 143
In this episode, we dive into a topic that can feel a bit intimidating but is actually incredibly powerful: vision planning . Ever feel like setting big goals for your teaching studio is overwhelming? You’re not alone! Vision planning isn’t about some perfect, pie-in-the-sky dream; it’s about creating a real and exciting picture of what you want your studio to look like and achieve. Once you’ve got that clear vision, it becomes easier to stay motivated, keep your focus, and take the steps to mak...
Nov 11, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 142
In today’s episode, we chat with Jess Homewood, a piano teacher who made a major shift from teaching 60 private students a week to fully embracing group piano lessons. Jess shares her journey from experiencing burnout to finding balance in her teaching schedule through group lessons. She discusses how she initially resisted the idea of group lessons, fearing they wouldn’t provide the same value as one-on-one instruction, but soon discovered the incredible benefits of group and individual learnin...
Oct 14, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 141
In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most important aspects of growing your music studio—marketing! Whether you teach online or in person, marketing is crucial to attracting the right students and building a thriving music school. In this episode, we'll uncover the 5 common marketing mistakes that music teachers often make and share actionable strategies to avoid them. I also highlight a powerful testimonial from a member of the Teach Music Online community who transformed her busine...
Oct 07, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 140
Are you a music teacher wondering how to grow your music studio from a one-person show to a thriving, multi-teacher business? Brooke Schrager's journey is full of insight and practical tips that might be just what you need to grow your music studio. Brooke Schrager was just like many music teachers—passionate about teaching but unfulfilled by the constraints of a traditional classroom. She decided to launch her own studio, imagining a cozy setup with about 30 students. Fast forward a few months,...
Sep 30, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 139
If you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love for music with the freedom to explore new places, this episode is just for you. Today, we’re diving into a topic that merges adventure with education: how to teach music online while traveling. If you’re like me, you might have never imagined that teaching music online while traveling would be feasible. But let me tell you, it’s not just a dream—it’s a reality that I’ve lived through. Before the pandemic, I spent about three years traveling and teach...
Sep 23, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 138
E137: How TMO Helped Mark Weathers Rebuild His Studio and Grow a Waitlist Join Carly Walton in this inspiring episode of the Teach Music Online podcast, where she interviews Mark Weathers, a resilient piano teacher from Alaska. Discover how Mark transformed his piano studio after losing three-quarters of his students during the pandemic. The TMO community played a crucial role in Mark's journey. The support and shared expertise from fellow members provided him with continuous learning opportunit...
Sep 16, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 137
In this new episode Carly delves into how passive income can offer educators invaluable insights and actionable strategies to expand their teaching scope. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to achieve financial freedom and flexibility while making a lasting impact on their students. In this episode, we cover: ● Passive income and its key benefits, such as autonomy, flexibility, financial stability, and growth opportunities. ● Successful product development tips and practical advice...
Sep 09, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 136
In this exciting return episode of the Teach Music Online podcast, Carly Walton announces a new season packed with marketing ideas and interviews with exceptional online teachers. Carly introduces the concept of online teaching certification, explaining its benefits and the comprehensive process involved. She shares details about a free time management workshop available on the Teach Music Online platform and outlines the steps for certification within the membership. The episode highlights how ...
Aug 26, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Carly chats with Sam Reti, co-founder of Muzie.Live, about how his cutting-edge platform innovates music education and empowers teachers and students into the future of music learning, where artificial intelligence is not a threat to creativity but a tool that amplifies it. In this episode, we discuss: ● The creation of Muzie.Live and its evolution from a marketplace for on-demand music lessons to a comprehensive studio management tool. ● The high-fidelity features of Muzie.Live, its dynamic pla...
Apr 29, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Unlock the secret to boosting your music teaching business with our latest episode, where Carly lays out 10 SEO strategies that promise to elevate your online presence. You're about to discover how to make yourself the go-to music teacher in the digital realm, attracting students with ease and growing your income. We tackle everything from mobile optimization to the nitty-gritty of local SEO, ensuring you're not just another melody lost in the web's vastness. In this episode Carly discusses : ● ...
Apr 22, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 133
Are you aiming for a six-figure income but have been told or believed it's impossible? Carly explores this question and shares five straightforward reasons why achieving a six-figure income through online music teaching is not just a dream but something you can actually achieve. It's a common goal to reach a six-figure income. But for many, it seems unattainable, especially in teaching music online. However, let's challenge that thought today. It starts with your patterns and mindset. In this ep...
Mar 25, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 132
Whether for maternity leave, personal reasons, or simply needing a break, taking time off from your music studio can feel impossible. But how can you do it without feeling overwhelmed or guilty? In today's episode, Carly sits down with Kristin Hufand, a dedicated music teacher, wife, and mom, who offers valuable insights into making this transition with ease. Kristin demonstrates that stepping away is possible while still providing valuable support to her students. In this episode, we discuss: K...
Mar 18, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 131
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of selling your studio's services? The thought of marketing can bring up fear, uncertainty, and doubt. But what if we reframed how we perceive it? Marketing isn't just about selling—it's about sharing something wonderful. In today’s episode I’m exploring five methods that help you reframe how you think about marketing in a way that doesn’t include hard-sell strategies but instead focuses on providing value and new ideas. In this episode I discuss: How y...
Mar 11, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Can you sense your students are getting bored or needing something new? Consider putting down the method books and really connecting with your students. In today's episode, Carly welcomes Tim Topham, a trailblazer in the music industry who challenges teachers to change their approach through creativity. You may feel like you lack creativity or couldn't possibly do a lesson without the book. But here's the thing: many of us, myself included, often hesitate to step outside our comfort zones and ex...
Mar 04, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 129
We know how difficult it can be convincing parents to take lessons with an online instructor. This is a common challenge for online music teachers! In today’s episode we tackle this issue and hope to encourage music teachers to have confidence in their online lessons! While you may have felt discouraged in the past when a student has said “no” to online lessons, we are positive that you can recruit students to the online lesson format. You’ve got this! In this episode we discuss: Dr. Richard Bos...
Feb 26, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 128
In this episode I share that we are doing a January challenge please note that the date for this challenge has moved to FEBRUARY! Find all of the details for the challenge here: https://www.teachmusic.online/challenge In the new year, we're all setting our goals, ambitions, and intentions for our next rotation around the Sun. As you're setting yours, are you thinking about your studio and how you can grow in the next year? If you're ready to set some goals for your business, listen in as I share...
Jan 03, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Are you ready to make some updates in your business? I'm here to encourage you that YOU CAN! It can be hard and scary to invest in yourself and your business, but if you do, you will see results! Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Eric Branner, the creator of Fons. We talked about motivation, connecting with others through music, using the tools available to you, and so much more! Listen in to get some inspiration for your next steps for your studio. Time Stamps: [1:24] Episode Intro [1:4...
Dec 11, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 126
If you're looking for a simple way to start your studio growth, social media is the place to go! Today I wanted to talk about Instagram, one of my favorite tools for marketing. Listen in today to hear all about how to set up your social media and use it effectively to find new students! Time Stamps: [1:10] TMO Membership Review [1:42] Beginning of the Episode: A Mindset Shift [2:50] The Purpose of Social Media [3:56] A Numbers Game: Engagement, Audience, Marketing [5:05] Quality Over Quantity in...
Dec 04, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 125
If you've been wanting to teach online for a while, but haven't been sure where to start, this is a great episode for you! Today I had Katie Gettys on the podcast to discuss one of her favorite tools, OutSchool. On OutSchool, you can host group classes to teach more students at a time. Listen in as we talk about Katie's story, her experience with online teaching, and so much more! Katie's Links: Instagram YouTube Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your...
Nov 06, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 124
As a current film-score writer and long-time online teacher, Jason Rivera has a lot of experience in the world of course creation. In this episode, we take a deep dive into his story with online courses and how course creation has transformed his business. Listen in as we talk about combatting perfectionism, finding your niche, where to sell online courses, and so much more! Jason's Links: Youtube Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Film Scores Skillshare Courses Udemy Courses Time Stamps: [0:26]...
Oct 30, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 123
As music teachers, it is so important that we teach our students skills other than those learned on a piano or guitar. Teaching them life skills can be valuable and solidify your role as a mentor in their lives. One of the skills that can be valuable is emotional resilience, the ability to pick themselves back up and keep going when they fail. While students will hit boundaries and obstacles that are difficult to overcome, your guidance can help them become who they want to be. Listen in to hear...
Oct 23, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Teach Music Online began in 2019 with the hopes of giving teachers more confidence to successfully launch their music studios. In 2023 we are thrilled to have expanded with several courses, virtual coaching, and a thriving community. Today I'm sharing an announcement that our TMO community all needs to be aware of. Tune into today's episode to learn more! Click here to join Teach Music Online Today!
Oct 16, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 121
If you’ve been in the online music teaching space for a while, you’ve no doubt heard about online group lessons and wondered if they’re for you. For many teachers, they have been a simple way to increase their income without increasing the time demand of their business. For others, it’s a way to pull their students together and allow them to work together. And it’s just plain FUN! So, listen in today as I talk with Michell Miller about how to incorporate online group lessons and how it can trans...
Oct 09, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 120
If you've been around the Teach Music Online podcast for a while, you have heard me talk about raising your rates time and time again, because music teachers are so valuable and should be paid what they need! But I'm sure you've wondered just how to make it happen. Listen in as I talk about 3 common myths about raising your rates, and 3 reasons that you should! Time Stamps [0:35] Episode Intro [1:10] Sponsor Message - Practice Space Common Myths About Lesson Rates [2:55] 1. I Need To Charge the ...
Oct 02, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 119
For years, I have been in the online teaching community helping to educate the teachers around me about the ways in which online teaching is better. I have been teaching online for more than ten years, and I can verify that it absolutely works! There will always be the naysayers and those that prefer the traditional methods, but I'm here to reassure you: Online teaching is the future! In this episode, I invited Jennifer Sheehan, a vocal performer, online teacher and Juilliard graduate, onto the ...
Sep 25, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 118
If you want to become a better, more successful online music teacher, marketing funnels are the BEST tool you can use for your business. In today's episode, we talk about the different marketing funnels you can use to engage more people and draw in more clients. Listen in to hear some of the best tips to use marketing funnels in your online business! Time Stamps: [0:42] Episode Overview [1:00] Sponsor Message [2:32] What Are Marketing Funnels? [4:20] How to Use Marketing Analytics & Funnels ...
Sep 18, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Have you ever wondered what you really need to know before becoming an online music teacher? In this podcast episode, we’re taking a deep dive into some of the many lessons Lisa Bailey has learned in her experience as an online music teacher. Since 2018, Lisa has been teaching completely online and expanding her studio, and you can do it too! During this episode, we’ll discuss setting up your Facebook page, recruiting students, raising your rates, the benefits of staying online, and more! Listen...
Sep 11, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 116
In this podcast episode, we're addressing a common question in our Teach Music Online community: Can you significantly boost your teaching income without overloading your schedule? Many educators aspire to reach a yearly income of $100,000 while maintaining a work-life balance. We'll explore this topic and share three practical methods to help you achieve your financial goals without sacrificing your time. Let's get started! [1:33] Podcast Review [2:45] Overview of the Episode [3:40] Membership ...
Sep 04, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 115
Paul Sarafin has over sixty online students. His primary instrument is guitar and he teaches using the Suzuki Method. Paul is also a member of our TMO community and has created a music application called Music Nest. I wanted to invite Paul to an interview because I think teachers need to hear about this amazing tool. It's different from other tools out there that I've seen! Furthermore, Paul has a big heart and an incredible background teaching the Suzuki Method for guitar. He has a lot of wisdo...
May 08, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 114
