This week I am joined by the wonderful Sumantha McMahon. Sumantha, the founder of Upgrade Your Education Business, is a former teacher turned private tutor, who has also been a qualified business trainer for over 15 years. Having walked the journey, she currently supports education businesses and tutors grow and 'design' their businesses – a concept we discuss in this episode. For Sumantha, the principle of 'designing' lies in crafting and shaping businesses around what we, as business owners want. We discuss how it can apply to the strategic side of things, for instance, making our businesses work for the lifestyle we lead or want. But it can also apply to the smaller things that give us the experience we want. In short, Sumantha believes in making intentional decisions to serve us, the business owner. If you are a tutor or education business owner, you can check out her podcast and Tutors' Mastermind.

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://www.facebook.com/groups/educationbusinessclub

Education Business Newsletter: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/newsletter

My website: https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk

Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clairerileyentrepreneur/

https://www.facebook.com/education.business.club

Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairerileyteacherentrepreneur

https://www.instagram.com/educationbusinessclub/

Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-riley-entrepreneur

The Teachers' Podcast: https://podfollow.com/the-teachers-podcast

If you would like to learn more about Sumantha, listen to her podcast or join her mastermind, you can find out more here:
Podcast: https://podfollow.com/upgrade-your-education-business
Tutors Mastermind: https://www.tutorsmastermind.com/
Website: https://www.upgradeyoureducationbusiness.com

This week I am joined by the wonderful Sumantha McMahon. Sumantha, the founder of Upgrade Your Education Business, is a former teacher turned private tutor, who has also been a qualified business trainer for over 15 years. Having walked the journey, she currently supports education businesses and tutors grow and 'design' their businesses – a concept we discuss in this episode. For Sumantha, the principle of 'designing' lies in crafting and shaping businesses around what we, as business owners want. We discuss how it can apply to the strategic side of things, for instance, making our businesses work for the lifestyle we lead or want. But it can also apply to the smaller things that give us the experience we want. In short, Sumantha believes in making intentional decisions to serve us, the business owner. If you are a tutor or education business owner, you can check out her podcast and Tutors' Mastermind.
Resources:
Join Education Business Club: <a href="https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club">https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/join-education-business-club</a>
Apply for Education Business Mentoring: <a href="https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring">https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/mentoring</a>
Join the Education Business Facebook Group: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/educationbusinessclub">https://www.facebook.com/groups/educationbusinessclub</a>
Education Business Newsletter: <a href="https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/newsletter">https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk/newsletter</a>
My website: <a href="https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk">https://www.educationbusinessclub.co.uk</a>
Find me on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/clairerileyentrepreneur/">https://www.facebook.com/clairerileyentrepreneur/</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/education.business.club">https://www.facebook.com/education.business.club</a>
Find me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/clairerileyteacherentrepreneur">https://www.instagram.com/clairerileyteacherentrepreneur</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/educationbusinessclub/">https://www.instagram.com/educationbusinessclub/</a>
Find me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-riley-entrepreneur">https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-riley-entrepreneur</a>
The Teachers' Podcast: <a href="https://podfollow.com/the-teachers-podcast">https://podfollow.com/the-teachers-podcast</a>
If you would like to learn more about Sumantha, listen to her podcast or join her mastermind, you can find out more here: Podcast: <a href="https://podfollow.com/upgrade-your-education-business">https://podfollow.com/upgrade-your-education-business</a> Tutors Mastermind: <a href="https://www.tutorsmastermind.com/">https://www.tutorsmastermind.com/</a> Website: <a href="https://www.upgradeyoureducationbusiness.com/">https://www.upgradeyoureducationbusiness.com</a>

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 to this sector. Find out exactly what headteachers and teachers are looking for, and why building a personal brand matters in your marketing and how you can grow your education business.

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 to this sector. Find out exactly what headteachers and teachers are looking for, and why building a personal brand matters in your marketing and how you can grow your education business.

The Education Business Podcast

Building a business in education can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.

Hosted by Claire Riley, founder of Classroom Secrets and passionate advocate for helping educators turn their expertise into thriving businesses, this podcast brings you honest conversations, practical strategies, and the behind-the-scenes lessons from those already making an impact in the education space.

Each episode dives into the realities of running and growing an education business—from building sustainable income streams and navigating challenges, to embracing innovation and scaling with purpose. You’ll hear inspiring stories from fellow entrepreneurs, expert insights, and Claire’s own experiences of successes and setbacks along the way.

Whether you’re an aspiring edupreneur just starting out or a seasoned business owner looking for fresh perspective, this podcast will give you the tools, clarity, and encouragement you need to grow with confidence.

Tune in weekly to discover how to make your education business thrive while staying true to your mission of making a difference.

Building a business in education can feel overwhelming&mdash;but you don&rsquo;t have to do it alone.
Hosted by Claire Riley, founder of Classroom Secrets and passionate advocate for helping educators turn their expertise into thriving businesses, this podcast brings you honest conversations, practical strategies, and the behind-the-scenes lessons from those already making an impact in the education space.
Each episode dives into the realities of running and growing an education business&mdash;from building sustainable income streams and navigating challenges, to embracing innovation and scaling with purpose. You&rsquo;ll hear inspiring stories from fellow entrepreneurs, expert insights, and Claire&rsquo;s own experiences of successes and setbacks along the way.
Whether you&rsquo;re an aspiring edupreneur just starting out or a seasoned business owner looking for fresh perspective, this podcast will give you the tools, clarity, and encouragement you need to grow with confidence.
Tune in weekly to discover how to make your education business thrive while staying true to your mission of making a difference.