Summer Series 5: You Don’t Own TPT: How to Future-Proof Your Business

Teacher Business School: TPT, Homeschool, & Beyond

How to Future-Proof Your Business: Smart Income Strategies for Teacherpreneurs

In this powerful episode of the Summer Series, Lindsay dives into why it’s crucial for teacher business owners to diversify their income streams. Whether you're just starting on Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) or you're ready to expand beyond it, Lindsay shares practical steps to help you future-proof your business. From starting an email list to creating low-ticket digital products, you'll walk away with actionable ideas to protect and grow your online income—no matter what platform changes come your way.

• [0:32] Why Relying Only on TPT Isn't Enough

Lindsay explains the risks of putting all your income in one basket and why TPT, while amazing, shouldn't be your only income stream.

• [1:32] The Power of Email Marketing

Learn why an email list is Lindsay’s #1 predictor of online business success and how she grew hers to over 90,000 subscribers.

• [3:10] How One Email Generated $1,400 in One Day

Lindsay shares a real-life example of an email that led to major TPT sales during a seasonal promotion.

• [4:18] Beyond TPT: Creating Low-Ticket Digital Products

From mini courses to ebooks, discover how to expand your business with products priced under $97 - and why they work so well.

• [6:16] Want to Leave TPT Behind? Here's Your Game Plan

If TPT isn't your thing, Lindsay maps out how to build a profitable business around any niche (think parenting, art, gardening, and more!).

Resources Mentioned:

• Join My TPT Email Marketing Program
• Grab my list of 100+ Digital Product Ideas
• Listen to the Previous Summer Series Episodes
• Summer Series Episode 1
• Summer Series Episode 2
• Summer Series Episode 3
• Summer Series Episode 4

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Connect further:

• Earn 3-4 figures per month on TPT | https://lindsaybowden.com/start
• Start or grow your TPT email list | https://lindsaybowden.com/email
• And make sure to follow me! http://instagram.com/lindsaybowden
• Watch full episodes on Youtube + Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Lindsay.Bowden?sub_confirmation=1

Resources mentioned may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products and resources I truly love and use myself.

Ready to secure your teacher business for the future? Start building your email list, explore low-ticket digital products, and don’t miss next week’s episode where Lindsay breaks down exactly how to start your list from scratch.

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