Have you ever wondered how other studios seem to get referrals by the dozens? Are you curious about how all this online marketing works? Maybe you're skeptical that a Facebook Page and some Google Reviews are the ticket to the top. Well, I'm here to tell you the truth behind recruiting students! In my experience marketing my own studio, I have tried several strategies, and so have many of our TMO community members. If you listen in, you'll hear 100% real stories about the best strategies for rec...
Jun 13, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 83
This week, I had the wonderful opportunity of getting to speak with Anna Goldthorpe, owner and founder of StarStrum ukulele lessons! It was such a pleasure getting to talk with her about her favorite parts of being a ukulele teacher. Listen in to hear all about the best parts of teaching ukulele! Anna’s links: www.starstrum.com facebook.com/starstrumukulele instagram.com/star.strum Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your reviews mean so much to me! You...
Jun 06, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Starting your studio is one thing, but finding your vision and goals is a whole other thing! It's nice to have that beginner's adrenaline, but once that fades, you have to find your own motivation. What drives you? What makes you want to be an online teacher? Find your passion and let it be your driving force! In this episode, we'll talk about finding your vision and how to set goals that help you achieve that vision. Can't wait to have you join us! Have you left a review? Please take a moment t...
May 30, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 81
This week I had the pleasure to talk with Brenda Earle Stokes, on the topic of finding joy in teaching. This is a subject I'm really passionate about, since I have been able to find joy in my teaching career. Listen in to hear some of her stories, experience, and her journey to finding fulfillment in her life. Enjoy! Connect with Brenda: Website: https://pianoandvoicewithbrenda.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/brendaearlestokes/ YT: https://www.youtube.com/pianoandvoicewithbrenda Have you left ...
May 23, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Thank you so much for listening to today's episode all about Forte! Below you'll find all of the information you need to qualify for a free tech upgrade this month. What is the Forte Tech Challenge? Teachers who teach at least 3 - 30 minute lessons using the Forte calling software will qualify for a free tech upgrade. After June 1st you can submit a form and Forte will send you one piece of new equipment. This is NOT a giveaway. Every single teacher who teaches on Forte following the requirement...
May 16, 2022•37 min•Ep. 79
This week, we welcome Dr. Richard Bosworth to talk about his experience as an online music teacher, and the tools he has used to help him along the way. It was a pleasure to get to talk to him and hear some of his wonderful insight on the power of community when running your own business. Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your reviews mean so much to me! Your reviews also help other teachers find the podcast and know that it's one that can benefit the...
Apr 25, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 78
So you've heard a lot about digital courses, but you're not sure if you could do it or even how to start. Well, I'm here to tell you that you CAN! Listen in to hear more about creating your own course, marketing it, and making passive income from your very own online courses! My new course, Course Creator for Musicians, will be available soon! Click this link to be added to the waitlist. https://www.teachmusic.online/waitlist Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on...
Apr 18, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode Tim Topham and I discuss a number of topics around being successful as a studio owner. Tim has amazing experience building courses, webinars, working with teachers, and teaching himself! It was great being able to catch up with him and I hope you enjoy our discussion! Resources from this episode Check out TopCast here: https://topmusic.co/category/podcast/ Sell music and resources through the marketplace here: https://topmusicmarketplace.com/ Have you left a review? Please take a...
Apr 11, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In this episode I share with you 4 things you should 100% be doing to have studio growth outside of your community! Not only is it possible for you to have a thriving studio business but it’s also not rocket science. These are tips that you can start applying today and I can’t wait to see you have success with them! Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your reviews mean so much to me! Your reviews also help other teachers find the podcast and know that i...
Apr 04, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Michelle Madder, founder of Universal Music Exams. Both Michelle and I are so passionate about making sure that our music students are getting pushed to their very best, and her business helps students do just that! I was so grateful to hear from her and about her experiences. Listen in to hear her story! Learn more about Universal Music Exams here! https://www.universalmusicexams.com.au/ Get an overview of Universal Music Exams here: https://www.universa...
Mar 28, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Maybe you've heard that teaching online makes it easier for you to take vacations, but you're not sure how to make it work. Listen in to this week's episode where I talk about tips to make teaching long distance easier, how to organize your work, and so much more! I can't wait for you to hear more about how I make my business work for me. Click here to check out the Xkey air midi keyboard: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/XkeyAir37--cme-xkey-air-37-key-bluetooth-midi-controller Click here...
Mar 21, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 73
This week, I was joined by Nicola Cantan, a piano teacher, blogger and author who creates teaching resources for music teachers everywhere. She has been teaching piano since 2005, and currently runs a piano studio in Dublin, Ireland, Colourful Keys. We enjoyed getting to talk about some of the joys(and the less-pleasant parts) of being a piano teacher. Throughout this pandemic, we have seen many changes, some of which are oh-so apparent in our music lessons. They lose focus, get bored and upset ...
Mar 07, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 72
This week I had the pleasure of being joined by Joseph D'Amico to talk about some of our favorite strategies when it comes to teaching and creating music courses. Joseph started professionally teaching music lessons in 2011, through Piano Lessons In Your Home. He has since become an organist for Our Lady of the Mountains Roman Catholic Church. It was great to talk with Joseph and exchange ideas with such a brilliant mind! Listen in to hear all about our personal journeys with music, our favorite...
Feb 21, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this episode, we go through some of my favorite lessons from inside the TMO course. If you listen in, you'll hear a sneak peek of some of the best things about being a part of the TMO community! TMO (Teach Music Online) is a 12-month video course and coaching membership designed to help studio owners build, market, and scale their online music studio. Whether you’re brand new to online teaching or an established studio owner, TMO will challenge you to work at your highest level. It’s designed...
Feb 14, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Today’s episode is with Rebecca Featherstone, the founder of Musicology! Rebecca and I connect on so many levels, she’s a piano teacher, a mom, and loves being innovative with online lessons. She is also one of our many members in our growing TMO community. Today we chat about some simple ways to make teaching online more fun and engaging for your students. I love how passionate she is about making the online teaching experience more enjoyable for teachers and students alike. Please enjoy this i...
Feb 07, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Many teachers going through the process of teaching online are realizing what works for them, and that it could help others! As a music teacher who's worked online, maybe you've even considered creating your own music course to market yourself. This is a great idea! Listen in with us today as I discuss the process, the ideas, and the marketing behind creating your own online course! Enjoy! Free training and TMO resources Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my mem...
Jan 31, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 68
This week is a little different here on the Teach Music Online Podcast. Anamarie Sabbagh reached out to me and asked if she could interview me about the story behind Teach Music Online! It was such a joy to be able to take her (and the rest of you as you listen) through my journey becoming a piano teacher, then moving online, then teaching you all how to do the same! Listen in to hear fun stories, amazing insights, and more as Carly gets interviewed by a TMO member of her own! Enjoy! Free traini...
Jan 24, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Looking to make some improvements to your studio this year? Have big goals that seem so hard to reach? Well, I'm here to tell you that your dreams are achievable, your income can be larger, and your studio can grow! Listen in as I break down the 5 simplest steps to reach your income goals for this year. Free training and TMO resources! Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my membership site today! CLICK HERE Ready to market and grow your online teaching business? ...
Jan 17, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Wondering if you made the right career move? Unsure if online teaching is truly the best fit for you? Just looking for some motivation? Listen in to hear some of our favorite reasons to continue teaching online. Whether you're just starting out as a beginner, or you've been teaching for years, this episode will help encourage you! Free training and TMO resources Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my membership site today! CLICK HERE Ready to market and grow your...
Jan 10, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 65
This week, I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Eric Branner. Eric is a guitar instructor in Seattle, WA and the founder of Fons, a payment scheduling app that helps music teachers to scale their business by automating payments and scheduling. This episode is one that you're going to want to come back and listen to because he shares some of the best advice and wisdom I've ever heard for music teachers! So, what do you have to look forward to in this discussion? How to feel confident in y...
Dec 06, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Join the new TMO Course "Course Creator for Music Teachers" HERE Have you left a review? Please take a moment to review this podcast on iTunes, your reviews mean so much to me! Your reviews also help other teachers find the podcast and know that it's one that can benefit their business as well. Click the link below to review the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-music-online/id1522634913 Don't forget to watch my free masterclass! Learn how to DOUBLE your studio income without ...
Nov 29, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 63
This week I had the pleasure of being joined by Sadie Hoyt, a classical pianist passionate about education and performance. As a piano teacher herself, she has lots of experience with teaching piano lessons, and is a wonderful educator. Listen in to hear some of our tips, tricks, and thoughts on introducing classical music not as a requirement, but as a wonderful new experience for your students. Resources: Website for free resources: https://www.sadiehoyt.com/free-music-resources FB page: https...
Nov 17, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 62
This week I had the pleasure of being joined by Vielka Kelly-Weiss, a vocal coach based in Manhattan. In this episode, we discuss her journey through the pandemic, finding what worked best for her, and continuing to grow even now. Listen in to hear what worked for her and what helped her to keep pushing forward!
Nov 08, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Have you always wanted to teach online group music classes but didn't know how to start? This is the perfect place for you! In this episode, we dive into the tips, tricks, and strategies that make group classes a fun, efficient, and effective way to expand your music studio and engage your students.
Nov 01, 2021•17 min•Season 1Ep. 60
This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Anna Goldthorpe, a member of TMO! As a studio owner that teaches kids as young as 3 years old, Anna has gotten engaged learning down to a science. She has created her own methods that keep kids learning piano, and loving it! Join us and listen in as we talk about strategies to keep students involved and focused, and how to keep your studio going, one day at a time. Website: https://www.annasmusicstudio.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/anna...
Oct 18, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Matthew Johnson, the founder of Elite Singer. He talks about how he has utilized the social media app TikTok to maximize his studio and fill all his empty spots! Listen in for some tips and tricks on how you can use this app, too! The links to Matthew's website and social media: www.elitesinger.com www.tiktok.com/@elite_singer Free training and TMO resources! Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my membership si...
Oct 04, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 58
This week, I'll take you through some of my favorite strategies for marketing videos. We'll talk about using key phrases to draw in your audience, how to keep it engaging, and more! Join in and listen! Free training and TMO resources Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my membership site today! CLICK HERE Ready to market and grow your online teaching business? Check out my free branding and marketing masterclass. CLICK HERE Connect with other online teachers in m...
Sep 27, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 57
This week we have the pleasure of being joined by Tara Boykin, the creator of the Cascade Method. We will explore her journey through creating this method, her story as a music teacher, and so much more. Links : Website: Cascade Method - https://cascademethod.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cascademethod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cascademethod Free training and TMO resources! Looking for my courses, mentorship, and coaching sessions? Check out my membership site today! CLICK ...
Sep 20, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 56
This week, we'll be talking about the best ways to keep your business going as strong as it can! As you listen along this week, you'll be able to pick up on new tips to keep your studio fresh and at the top of its game! We'll talk about lots of different resources you can use to optimize your studio and become the best business owner you can be!! Resources : Try Out Rock Out Loud Live Free: https://rockoutloud.live/login?via=carly Tonara 30 Day Trial: https://platform.tonara.com/login/sign-up?ut...
Sep 13, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Please welcome our guest Lauren Bateman! Lauren has built a popular YouTube channel teaching guitar and also sells an online course for guitar students. She has some amazing tips and suggestions for anyone hoping to promote lessons on YouTube. She is fun and relatable, and I hope that many of you are inspired by her work ethic and creativity! Resources from this discussion: Full-time YouTubers course: https://www.fulltimeyoutubers.com/ Lauren's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/laurenbate...
Sep 06, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 54
