Get richer teacher with Ola Kowalska

Struggling to find enough time to grow your business? You’re not alone! In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face: managing time effectively. Learn how to make the most of your time and discover how this can transform your business. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why time audits are essential for understanding where your hours are going. How group courses can...

What if building a business were like learning a language? In episode 144 of Get Richer Teacher podcast, we’re exploring a fresh approach to understanding your business journey as a language teacher or coach. Drawing inspiration from the CEFR levels (A1 to C2), I’ll walk you through how to assess your business growth just like language proficiency. Key Points Covered: How are the A1-A2 stages diff...

In episode 143 of the Get Richer Teacher podcast, we dive into three major trends transforming the language industry.  Tune in to the episode and learn about: The effect of short-form content on language learning and competition. Evolving approaches in language schools toward employees. Examples of innovative language teaching models. The value of a bigger vision for your language business. I...

In episode 142 of Get richer, teacher, I’m diving deep into the real reasons you might be feeling stuck in your language teaching or coaching business. If you’re wondering why strategies alone aren’t working or you’re struggling to move your business to the next level, this episode is for you. We’re going beyond tactics and exploring the mindset shifts that can truly unlock your potential. Here’s...

What is your image of a salesperson? Perhaps you associate them with a pushy car salesman who uses manipulative techniques. Or maybe you picture someone who—even if they don't work as a salesperson—has a natural gift for persuasion and can always sway people to their side. We often imagine that selling is a skill you're born with. And while I do believe that a certain type of personality can make...

In episode 140 of Get richer, teacher podcast we explore the surprising benefits of having a smaller, more engaged audience for your language teaching business. Tune in to the episode and:  Discover how having a more focused audience can help you establish yourself as an authority in your niche. Learn why building meaningful connections with fewer, engaged followers is often more effective th...

I have seen many people who felt it was a good idea to start a business. They believed they had been sold a dream of freedom. But the minute they encounter a hurdle, they give up. People give up when there is a problem because they think it's a sign they shouldn't be doing it. But that’s not true. What they often lack is resilience. In episode 139 of the Get Richer podcast, I talked about:  T...

Today I have a special episode for you. Recently, I had a fascinating conversation with Martin, an ELT professional with a passion for empowering language teachers like yourself. We talked about: The importance of changing the perception of TEFL as a temporary, low-quality profession  Misleading information and inaccurate portrayals of TEFL found online  Martin’s book ‘More Than a G...

Hey there! This week we dive even deeper into the topic of feeling discouraged with your business – I’m talking about giving up on your business.  In episode 137 of Get richer, teacher podcast I talk about: the normalcy of periods of doubt and the occasional desire to burn it all down the pressure to keep your business open if it's not working for you the importance of making your own decisio...

In episode 135 of Get richer, teacher podcast, you’ll hear insights from my client Olivia, a successful language teacher who has built a thriving business by leveraging her unique skills and expertise. In This Episode: Olivia shares how her civil engineering background became a unique selling point. You’ll learn about the benefits of setting clear timelines for courses. Olivia discusses the import...

In episode 134 of Get richer, teacher podcast I addressed the burning question I often get: when is the best time to join my coaching program, the Rocket Accelerator? Tune in to the episode to learn: – what makes the Rocket Accelerator special – what you can expect from the program – who is the Rocket Accelerator not for – why now is the best time to join the program.

odcast, I dive into why that’s the case. We’ll explore: Why language teaching requires a different approach compared to other subjects What mindsets teachers need to unlearn to become successful entrepreneurs Why tailored advice and relevant examples make a big difference in business courses for language teachers, leading to better results The Language Course Worth Gold challenge is back. Over 4 d...

After last week's discussion on why traditional language courses might be outdated (if you missed it - here’s the episode: Why traditional language courses don’t work anymore ), this week we're diving into something more practical—how to build an effective marketing strategy for your group course. In this episode, we cover: Proof of Concept: Starting with one-to-one classes to better understand yo...

Let’s shake things up and dive into why traditional language courses may no longer be effective. Ready for some real talk about language learning? Episode 131 of the Get richer, teacher podcast is for you! Here’s what I’m chatting about in this episode: The limitations of traditional language courses and why they fail modern learners. Rethinking the goals of language learning beyond just fluency....

If you're considering transitioning from one-to-one lessons to group classes, you're in the right place. In episode 130 of the "Get Richer, Teacher" podcast, we delve into the transformative power of group courses for your language teaching business. We explore the benefits, strategies, and secrets to creating and selling profitable group language courses. Tune in to the episode and learn: – The b...

In episode 129 of the Get Richer, Teacher podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Elisabetta Ciano, who teaches Germans how to speak Italian. Elisabetta’s journey is a testament to the power of passion and self-belief. Tune in to explore key insights and lessons from her experience, and discover how you too can transform your language teaching career. You’ll hear sbout: The challenges of jugg...

There are plenty of online gurus out there selling the dream of passive income as the ultimate solution to all your problems. They  How does your perfect work week look? How many classes do you teach? How much time do you spend on content creation, class preparation, and administrative tasks? Is it about waking up at 5 AM and exercising? Spending 30 minutes daily on reading, as recommended by...

There are plenty of online gurus out there selling the dream of passive income as the ultimate solution to all your problems. They paint a picture of you sipping margaritas on the beach while your digital products sell like hotcakes. Sounds amazing, right?  In reality scaling by selling digital products is not that simple.  In episode 127 of Get richer, teacher podcast I decided to tackl...

I'm super passionate about helping people build sustainable group programs. While one-on-one classes are great, they often can't be turned into a sustainable business model. That's why I'm so excited to guide you through the process of creating and selling amazing group offers. But I know you might have some questions. What does it take to run a group program? How can you turn it into a thriving b...

Marketing can feel like a maze, especially for freelance language teachers. But why do so many of them struggle to navigate it successfully? In episode 125 of the Get richer, teacher' podcast, I’ll explore the common challenges faced by freelance educators in marketing and offer practical solutions to help you thrive. Hit the play button and get answers to these questions: What are the main obstac...

If you want to build a profitable and sustainable language education business, niching is the way to go. That's why in Episode 121 of the Get Richer, teacher podcast, we dive deep into the concept of niching and its impact on your marketing and sales. In this episode, we'll cover: What exactly is a niche? Common mistakes teachers make that affect their sales Who might not need to niche down Whethe...

Having been both a language teacher and now a language teacher coach, I've come to realise that teachers absolutely thrive on connecting with each other. That's why I'm excited to have invited Teresa Bestwick, the co-founder of the TEFL Development Hub, to join me in discussing the importance of building and fostering communities for language teachers. In episode 120 of the Get Richer Teacher podc...