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#073: My Secret Weapon for Teaching Beginners Any Song in Their First Lesson

by Michael Gumley

In today’s show, I’m thrilled to introduce my Level Up System, which has been a cornerstone within my Guitar Ninjas Curriculum for the past few years. This approach has proven to be a game-changer in making guitar lessons more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. In this episode, I’m excited to share with you the core ... #073: My Secret Weapon for Teaching Beginners Any Song in Their First Lesson

11/03/2023 Read more

354: Can You Teach Advanced Students? Suzanne Andrews Shares Her Story

by Tim Topham

In this episode, Suzanne Andrews shares her journey, offering valuable insights and practical tips for teaching advanced students.

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353: Using the FREE Intermediate Curriculum Guide with Janna Williamson

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the art of goal setting and planning for our students using the Ultimate Guide to Intermediate Curriculum Planning.

10/27/2023 Read more

#072: Unlock Your Earning Potential: How This Software Generates Over $100,000 Annually

by Michael Gumley

In this episode, I'm going to take you through the essential software that transformed my guitar teaching business.

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352: [Case Study] How to Set Intermediate Student Goals with Janna Williamson

by Tim Topham

In today's show, we’re continuing our theme for this month of intermediate students by looking at a short case study by Janna Williamson with one of her students.

10/20/2023 Read more

#071: The Rule of 100 – Growing Your Teaching Business, Music Career or YouTube Channel in 100 Days

by Michael Gumley

In today's solo episode, we're diving deep into a game-changing strategy - the Rule of 100.

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#070: Encouraging Your Students to Invest $1,000 Monthly in Your Guitar Lessons

by Michael Gumley

Today’s episode draws inspiration from marketing guru Alex Hormozy and his ingenious book launch strategy, emphasizing the power of adding value to your guitar lessons. We dive into the art of pricing your lessons beyond the traditional per-session model, advocating for tiered membership packages that not only boost your income but also enhance student commitment. ... #070: Encouraging Your Students to Invest $1,000 Monthly in Your Guitar Lessons

10/13/2023 Read more

351: Announcing the Ultimate Guide to Intermediate Curriculum Planning

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the complex world of planning an effective intermediate music curriculum.

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350: Simplify and Streamline with Jess Homewood from Not Your Mother’s Piano Studio

by Tim Topham

In today's show, we're having a chat with Jess Homewood, the creative genius behind Not Your Mother’s Piano Studio.

10/06/2023 Read more

349: Selling Your Teaching Resources on Etsy with Abigail Proffitt

by Tim Topham

In today's episode, we're delving into the world of selling your teaching resources online with our guest, Abigail Proffitt.

09/29/2023 Read more

#069: Building a Thriving Music and Dance School with Nick Tucker

by Michael Gumley

In this episode, Nick Tucker from Spark School of Music and Dance joins us to share his journey from humble beginnings to running a music and dance studio with over 500 students.

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348: Tim’s Quickfire QnA

by Tim Topham

In today’s show, we’re shaking things up a bit and taking a break from our regular programming to answer a series of quickfire questions. We’ll dive into a thrilling journey of self-discovery and I’m taking you all along for the ride. I’ll be diving headfirst into a barrage of quickfire questions, each one revealing a ... 348: Tim’s Quickfire QnA

09/22/2023 Read more