Starting Out In Business.

The Tutor Podcast

If you’ve been thinking about starting a business in an area you love but have never quite managed it, then don’t miss today’s episode as Neil tells you why now is the perfect time to start and shares his recipe for success. Discover the three different types of companies you can start in the UK, how to turn ‘pro’, and how to find your perfect clients.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Right now is the best time to start out in business. It is a great opportunity to reach new customers such as home workers and home schoolers. Lockdown is finally easing meaning you are able to take control, claim your freedom and build security.

• When starting up your new business you will need to decide what type of business you want to start. You will also need to decide how much you want to earn, where you want to work and how you will structure your working life.

• There are three forms of business you might consider. These are: Sole trader, Partnership or LTD company. If you choose to become a sole trader you will need to register as self employed on the HMRC website. Whilst it is not a legal requirement, it is recommended to get public liability insurance to protect yourself.

• To take your businesses into the ‘professional’ level you will need to think and act like a pro. Get visible, purchase signs, flyers, logos and cards. Invest in creating a website so that all your potential clients can find out more about you and your services. Let your ideal client know that you exist.

• Finding your perfect clients or students does not have to be expensive, in fact it can be free. Think about who your ideal client is and figure out where to find them and create a plan to capture their attention. Think about where they would look for you and always ensure your website is updated.

• A year from now you could be in two different places, right where you are now, wishing you’d been brave or a year into your teaching adventure, maybe still a little fearful, but in motion and enjoying yourself. If you’re waiting for permission – you have it. Now, to follow your dream, the time is now.

BEST MOMENTS

“It will grow you – i promise!”

“what did I do before that?” until you are back to the present day and have something you can take action on , now.”

“Even poorly begun is better than a failure to launch.”

VALUABLE RESOURCES

• Listen to The Tutor Podcast on the Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tutor-podcast/id1369191372)!
• Build Your Online Course Week 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-online-course/id1369191372?i=1000477109724
• Course Planning Week 2: Who Am I?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-your-online-course/id1369191372?i=1000477109724
• Who are They? (Know Your Punters): https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/who-are-they-know-your-punters/id1369191372?i=1000478984529
• Read the Weird Things Guitarists Do book by Neil Cowmeadow, which is available now on Amazon. Link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Weird-Things-Guitarists-Do-Misconceptions/dp/1519026579/
• Contact Neil via this website - com!

ABOUT THE HOST

Neil Cowmeadow is a maverick peripatetic guitar teacher from Telford with over 19 years’ experience in the business of helping people. Learn how to start, grow and love your business with Neil’s invaluable advice and tips without the buzzwords and BS!

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