Claire Riley

The Education Business Podcast

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The Education Business Podcast is for educational consultants, small education-based business owners, Edtech providers and workshop leaders focused on providing education services to schools, as well as for teachers transitioning to freelancing with an entrepreneurial business idea. Growing and scaling a business that provides a service to schools and education requires a different skillset and inside knowledge to many other entrepreneurial ventures. In this podcast Claire Riley, CEO of Classroom Secrets and host of The Teachers' Podcast, shares what it takes to market and pitch your services...

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Claire Riley

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Business

Latest episode

May 25, 2026

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Episodes

7 Signs You're Ready to Step out of Solopreneurship and into Business Ownership 29.04.2024

In this episode we discuss the signs to recognise before you can switch from solopreneurship to business ownership. You will learn: The 7 steps you need in place before you can step into business ownership Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hour Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/joi...

Building a Team Should Mean Building Revenue 22.04.2024

In this episode we're talking about why we build a team in the first place Sometimes we can get confused and do it for the wrong reasons. You will learn: What to do first, before you have a team What to do second (it's not hire a team) And what to do third... hiring for the right reasons. Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coa...

Having a Baby Whilst Running Your Business 15.04.2024

In this episode we're talking about having a baby when you are running a business. I had two babies, quite close together at different stages in my business and it was hard. But... I think my insights will help you navigate this exciting, nerve-wracking and chaotic time. You will learn: What to think about in preparation. Why you need to become more realistic. To not compare your journey to an emp...

How Much Knowledge Do You Need to Start Something? 08.04.2024

In this episode I discuss why we don't take action when we have the knowledge; and the stories we tell ourselves to justify our procrastination. You will learn: Why we think we don't know when really we do. How to move through our perceived knowledge gap. Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hour Join Education Business...

Reframing Difficult Experiences in Business 01.04.2024

In this episode we discuss why you need to reframe the difficult events that you have experiences in your business. You will learn: Why we need to reframe 'bad' things. What reframing is. Techniques to reframe. Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching Power Hour with me: https://calendly.com/claire-riley-ebc/business-coaching-hour Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.u...

6 Differences Between Solopreneurship and Business Ownership 25.03.2024

In this episode we look at 6 differences between solopreneurship and business ownership so that you can assess where you are and work out whether you are the path you actually want to be on! The differences: Solopreneurs hold on, business owners pass on Solopreneurs wind it up, business owners build value to transfer Solopreneurs always work in the business, business owners want to just own it one...

4 Ways to Build Your Confidence 18.03.2024

In this episode I share 4 strategies to build your confidence as you grow your education business. The four strategies are: Reasoning Doing it Learning science of the brain Get a supporter   Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring Join the...

4 Questions to Build Your Business for the Long Term 11.03.2024

In this episode I give you 4 questions to reflect on when it comes to the long term goal of your business. What is your business actually going to do for you in the future? The questions: What will your life look like in ten years? What about the business? Is your business still viable and scalable? Are you still in for the long haul? What's the exit plan? Resources: Book a 1:1 Business Coaching P...

6 Ways to Grow Your Education Business Audience 04.03.2024

In this episode I share 6 strategies to implement to build your audience in your education business. What you will learn: A bigger audience = more potential buyers What your audience actually is 6 things to try to get more people to know about you Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: ht...

There's Not Enough Time To... 26.02.2024

In this episode we explore time, our dreams and how speed plays a factor. What you will learn: Why some people can go faster in their businesses What you can do to get to achieve your financial goals more quickly What questions you should be asking yourself to uncouple your dreams from time Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-clu...

6 Reasons Why You Won't Hire That Person You Need 19.02.2024

In this episode, I share 6 reasons why when you really need to hire that person in your business, you won't! Awareness is key in order to be able to move forward. What you will learn: What we're afraid of when it comes to hiring (turns out it's quite a lot) How a feeling of preparedness plays into this story Why our ability to imagine can help us succeed Resources: Join Education Business Club: ht...

5 Ways to Keep Yourself Accountable 12.02.2024

In this episode, I share 5 ways to hold yourself accountable, which is especially useful if you can't invest in a coach or mentor right now. What you will learn: Why being realistic is important Who you can go to for accountability help Why we often think we are not accountable to ourselves Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-clu...

4 Ways to be More Productive 05.02.2024

In this episode, I share 4 ways you can use your time more productively. What you will learn: Why you should know what your real deadlines are How to compartmentalise your time Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring Join the Education Busi...

4 Steps to Being More Open Minded in Business 29.01.2024

In this episode, we discuss ways to be more open minded in your education business. What you will learn: Why you should talk to others with education businesses The thing you should do for three days every time you get given a 'suggestion' How your competitors can help you to open your mind Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-clu...

Two Money Pitfalls to Watch Out For As Your Business Grows 22.01.2024

In this episode we'll explore two money pitfalls that you might come across as you grow your business. They are: Hoarding Money Spending Too Much Join the new Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Join us in the Education Business Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/educationbusinessclub Other resources: My website: https://www.ed...

The Power of Choosing Your Response 15.01.2024

In this episode we'll explore how we can choose our responses to events and why being aware of that helps us in business. We'll reflect on: Self Awareness as a Business Owner How we can choose to feel The lessons traditions can teach us Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.e...

Grow Your Team and Let Them Try Things 08.01.2024

In this episode we'll explore the transition from being in the growth phase to building a machine and some of the people elements that go along with that.  You will learn: Why we find it so hard to let go How to get the right team members who can try new things How to operate your business with the right team members Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/...

Who is the 2024 You? 01.01.2024

In this episode we'll think about who we need to become to achieve our 2024 goals/intentions/targets. You will learn: Why it's not enough to just have the goal. Who do you need to become? Who do you need to meet? What do you need to learn? Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://ww...

Spend the Holiday Season in a Way That Will Benefit You 18.12.2023

In this episode we think about what we personally need to get out of the Christmas period and how we go about getting it.  You will learn: How to work out how much time you need? Why you should discover what will benefit you most during that time How to come up with a plan to make it happen Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-clu...

Are You Thinking Big Enough For Your 2024 Goals? 11.12.2023

In this episode we'll consider whether or not we are thinking too small when it comes to our 2024 goals.  You will learn: What happened this week that made me realise I need to think WAAAAY bigger Why we should consider what it takes to make a small goal a big goal. Why you should make your goals bigger. What do you care about?   Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusine...

The New Education Business Club 04.12.2023

In this episode we'll dive into what support is available in the new Education Business Club.  You will learn: What support is offered in each tier Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring Join the Education Business Facebook Group: https://...

Consistency in Goal Setting 27.11.2023

In this episode we'll think about goal setting and what it means to be consistent year on year.  You will learn: Why consistency doesn't mean 'the same as' Why it's ok to change things year on year Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring Jo...

Discern Whose Stories You Are Listening To 20.11.2023

In this episode we'll think about how things are not always what they seem and how we need guidance to help us understand the next right step. You will learn: Why stories are powerful How to discern who you are listening to Why our assumptions are often not 100%   Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Busin...

Are You Operating in the Right Mode? 13.11.2023

In this episode we'll discuss how often we are operating in the wrong mode for the stage our business is in.  You will learn: Why we need to be different at different levels of entrepreneurship How we can be running our business in the wrong mode How to assess whether you're operating in the right mode Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-...

Progress is Frustrating 06.11.2023

In this episode we'll discuss how progress can seem frustratingly slow as you try to grow your business.  You will learn" That it happens at all levels Why we are driven by our idea of lack What I do to keep myself focused Resources: Join Education Business Club: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club Apply for Education Business Mentoring: https://www.educationbusine...

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