Online Business for Teachers | How to Make Extra Money, Work From Home, Digital Products

About Online Business for Teachers | How to Make Extra Money, Work From Home, Digital Products

The Go-To Podcast for Teachers Who Want to Start & Grow an Online Business From Home! Feeling too burnt out to even think about something new? Wondering if you have what it takes to start a TPT business (or beyond!) —especially when you’ve never seen yourself as “entrepreneurial”? Overwhelmed by the idea of setting up a store, choosing what to sell, and making it all look polished and professional? I’m so excited you’re here! This podcast will help you create extra income, build a flexible business with your own resources, and finally have the freedom to work from home—so you can stop feeling stuck and start living life on your terms! Hey, I’m Monica. A mom, former teacher, and a full-time business owner. For 10 years, I tried to start a business in all the wrong places. I was chasing every online business trend, signing up for courses, reading all the books, and looking for clarity everywhere but each one left me more overwhelmed and further from the freedom I wanted. I finally realized that if I was going to find freedom in my life and income, I needed to stop running from what I already knew—and start building a business with the skills I already had. I built a business that fit me—simple, sustainable, and aligned with what I already knew. And now I’m here to help you do the same. If you’re curious about making extra money without leaving the classroom… And want a business that’s flexible, doable, and built around your teacher strengths… With results that can change your life—like more time, more money, and more freedom— this podcast is for you! Close the lesson plans and grab your favorite drink. It’s your turn now. Grab my free TPT Store Starter Kit Mini Course — 6 quick videos to help you set up a polished, professional TPT store that’s ready to sell! 👉https://www.yourteacherbiz.com/free-mini-course (https://www.yourteacherbiz.com/free-mini-course)

Publisher

Monica Lopez - Business & Mindset Coach for Teachers

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Apr 2025

Latest episode

13 May 2026

Latest episodes

57 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 May 2026

   55: How to Make Decisions in Your TPT Business Without the Overthinking Spiral

   If you have ever sat down to work on your TPT store and ended up doing nothing because you could not decide what to do first, this episode is for you. Today I'm getting really honest about something I have struggled with myself. Overthinking. Indecision. That spiral that keeps you stuck even when you know what you need to do. I talk about why AI and Google are not going to fix this for you, why teachers are especially prone to overthinking, and the real tools I personally use when my brain just will not stop going in circles. I also share a very personal story about a fear I carried for two weeks that was completely taking over my life and the exercise that finally got me through it. In this episode: Why ChatGPT keeps you average and what to do instead Why teachers are the biggest overthinking rule followers on the planet The "and then what" exercise that will change how you handle fear Four decision making tools that actually work, including my personal favorite nap trick When you need more than a walk and a journal to get unstuck Links mentioned: 👉 Episode on How to Use Canva Without Breaking Any Rules 👉 Schedule a Coaching Call

2. 

   6 May 2026

   54: Why You're Not Taking Action on Your TPT Store (It's Not What You Think)

   If you've been telling yourself you're lazy or you just don't have enough time — I want to offer you something different today. In this episode, we're talking about what is actually going on when TPT sellers stay stuck. And it usually comes down to three things: fear, overwhelm, and decision fatigue. The tricky part is that most of us don't even recognize it when it's happening. It's not something we do on purpose. It's more like a subconscious self sabotage that keeps us from taking action on the business we actually want to build. We also talk about the difference between thinking like a creator and thinking like a seller — and why that shift is one of the biggest things holding teachers back on TPT. In this episode: Why "I don't have time" is usually not the real problem The teacher giving mindset and how it conflicts with running a business Why so many TPT sellers have products sitting in a folder they've never listed The what-if spiral and what it's actually doing to your business What it looks like to get real support and finally move forward Not sure where to start? Grab the free mini course: 👉 www.yourteacherbiz.com/free-mini-course Ready to stop overthinking and actually start? I work with teachers one on one to help them get clear, get focused, and take action, whether you are starting from zero or you have products but are still stuck. 👉 Book your coaching session here: www.yourteacherbiz.com/coaching And if this episode helped you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps other teachers find the show, and it means the world to me.

3. 

   29 Apr 2026

   53: How to Turn What You Already Teach into a Product That Sells on TPT

   You already have the idea. You already have the resources. So why haven’t you uploaded anything yet? In this episode, I break down the exact process I use to turn a simple classroom activity into a product that earns money on Teachers Pay Teachers, step by step, no fluff. From opening your store to writing your product description, I walk you through everything. And I get honest about the real reason most teachers never start: it is not strategy. It is mindset. I even share the story of a friend who had a great idea, got stuck on clip art, and still has not opened her store to this day. If you have been sitting on an idea and telling yourself you’ll get to it later, this episode is for you. In This Episode Why I always ask if you’re a premium or basic seller — and why it matters for your profit The one file format rule every new TPT seller needs to hear How to design a product that looks professional even if you are not a designer What your cover, thumbnails, and preview actually need to include How to write a product description that shows up in TPT search The real reason teachers never start (and it is not what you think) How I built my business while teaching full time — and exactly when I found the time What to do in the next 30 minutes after listening to this episode Resources Mentioned Free Mini Course: com/free-mini-course — covers, thumbnails, Canva setup, and more. Episode 5 — Tools I Use and How to Avoid Copyright Issues 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey Not sure where to start? Grab the free mini course: 👉 www.yourteacherbiz.com/free-mini-course Ready to stop overthinking and actually start? I work with teachers one on one to help them get clear, get focused, and take action, whether you are starting from zero or you have products but are still stuck. 👉 Book your coaching session here: www.yourteacherbiz.com/coaching And if this episode helped you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps other teachers find the show, and it means the world to me.

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• Monica Lopez
• Misty Miller
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5.0 / 5

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Podcast Authority Score: 27 / 100

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