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Routine Your Dream: Marketing and Success Habits for TPT Sellers

81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratings

The Routine Your Dream podcast (@routineyourdreampodcast) is created for teacher sellers who create and sell their teaching resources online for additional income on sites like TeachersPayTeachers (TpT) or Kajabi.

This elementary teacher turned business coach for teacher sellers used the power of habits and routines to achieve consistent five-figure months from her online teaching resource store and land a book deal. Now she's spilling her secrets and sharing the exact high-performance habits and online marketing strategies that will help YOU routine your dream of becoming a successful teacher seller.

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Episodes

Branding for Reels: A Guide for TpT Sellers

June 05, 2023 10:04 - 7 minutes - 13 MB

If you're a TpT seller looking for a comprehensive guide to leveraging brand identity for your Reels, then this podcast episode is for you! Hosted by Chynell, this episode covers the basics of branding and how to apply it in creating eye-catching reels. With practical tips from personal experience, you'll have all the tools you need to give your Reels visibility, attract more customers and help strengthen your online presence. Tune in now and get started on building a strong Reels brand toda...

3 Creative Batching Ideas for Summer

May 22, 2023 10:04 - 12 minutes - 23.6 MB

The days of unproductive summer days are over! Tune into Chynell's "3 Creative Batching Ideas for Summer" for 3 creative ways to batch creative work and keep the momentum in the mix. If you're a TPT seller, then this episode is for you! Learn how to streamline your content creation process and make more time for yourself to enjoy the summer months while still being able to handle your workload. With Chynell's helpful tips and inspiring approach, you'll be so productive this summer!  This e...

Beat Content Overwhelm Using the Eisenhower Matrix

May 08, 2023 10:04 - 7 minutes - 14.7 MB

Are you a teacherpreneur feeling overwhelmed by all of the content creation you have to do? Tired of spending more time running between tasks, and not enough time focusing on what is actually important? In this podcast, your host, Chynell, dives into the Eisenhower Matrix: an action-oriented framework that can help make your TPT life more efficient and productive. Learn how to optimize your workflow and stay laser-focused on achieving your goals. Beat content overwhelm today with the Eisenho...

Hate sounding salesy? Here's How to Enjoy Talking About Your TPT Products

April 03, 2023 10:04 - 10 minutes - 18.7 MB

If you are a teacher who makes your own products and you want to promote them on social media, but you hate feeling ‘salesy’ when doing so, then this podcast episode is for you. Learn from Chynell as she shares a sure-fire way on how to find joy in discussing your products. Get advice on how to authentically share TPT resources online—so you can use the power of social media to share the amazing things you make without abandoning your unique voice. Tune in now and get ready to start sharing ...

The System You Need for Consistent Sales on TPT

March 23, 2023 10:04 - 23 minutes - 43.3 MB

Are you a teacher selling on Teachers Pay Teachers, but struggling to make consistent sales? If so, then this podcast episode is just what you're looking for. We explore the powerful System You Need for Consistent Sales on TPT. This unique lead generation system prevents erratic sales and helps put you back in control of your business. Tune in now to learn how to optimize your Teachers Pay Teacher store and increase recurring sales!   Find your host, Chynell, on Instagram @routineyourd...

Create a Brand Avatar to Attract More Customers and Set Boundaries on Social Media

March 13, 2023 10:04 - 25 minutes - 47.3 MB

If you're looking to monetize your teaching passion with a Teachers Pay Teachers store, then this podcast episode is for you! In it, you'll learn how to create a Brand Avatar for your TPT store and use it to attract more customers. You'll also discover the power of establishing boundaries that will guide creative decision-making and protect the integrity of your brand, all while showing up confidently-especially if you're an introvert! All in all, this episode is packed with strategies on cr...

Hiring & Beyond: How People Help You Grow Your TPT Store

February 27, 2023 10:04 - 23 minutes - 43.4 MB

The TPT Community is an amazing resource for educators around the world, and gaining advice from others with experience in the area can help you propel your TPT store to the top. In this episode we discuss ways to increase the efficiency and success of your store by taking advantage of affiliate partnerships, collaborations, joint ventures, and more - all while saving enough energy to think about hiring! Chynell also covers how to know when to hire and outsoure TPT tasks.    Connect with...

Wanna increase sales this week? Here's how...

February 08, 2023 03:02 - 3 minutes - 6.28 MB

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Increase Your Profits on TPT and Maximize Your ROI

January 30, 2023 10:04 - 12 minutes - 23.3 MB

Have you ever looked at your bank account and wondered where all of your money you made on TPT went? It feels like one day it was there, but by the next time you look, it's gone. Well, if you're ready to take control of your finances and increase your profits from Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) store, then this episode is for you. Chynell is a pro when it comes to helping you make your TPT store more successful—so put on your detective hat, grab a pen and paper, and be prepared for some major p...

Checklist Marketing vs Strategic Marketing

January 25, 2023 10:30 - 14 minutes - 27.5 MB

Have you ever felt like you were doing tons of marketing tasks, but none of them seemed to be having an impact? Chances are you've fallen into the trap of checklist marketing. In this podcast episode, Chynell will be talking about exactly what checklist marketing is and how it can trip up even the most successful teacherpreneurs. She'll also be sharing how to focus your time and effort on strategic marketing instead, so that your efforts really have an impact. Listen in for tips, techniques,...

How I Created a 10K Month Blueprint for Selling on TPT (and How You Can Too!)

January 16, 2023 10:04 - 9 minutes - 17.6 MB

Are you ready to start making more money selling on TPT? If so, this episode is just what you need. Chynell found success for a client by creating a 10K blueprint for her TPT store and she's spilling all the details! She's walking us through the process from start to finish.  She shares the actionable strategies she used to help a client create and execute their plan, while also comes with tips to make sure your blueprint is airtight. She's here to help you figure out exactly what you need t...

The January Dream Decluttering Challenge for TPT Sellers

January 12, 2023 10:29 - 13 minutes - 25.5 MB

Are your dreams languishing on your "one day" list? In this episode, The Dream Decluttering Challenge, Chynell shares her story of the dreams that have been on her "one day" list for way too many days. She's sharing practical actions to help you dust off those visions and giving advice on the tough decision of whether to greenlight a dream into existence once and for all or bid them farewell.  Tune into this episode and see how Chynell can help you turn your stagnant dreams into reality (or ...

How to Routine Your Dream + Scale Your TPT Store This Year

January 02, 2023 11:04 - 11 minutes - 22.3 MB

With the New Year here, many TPT sellers are looking to start fresh and make this year their best yet! To help everyone get there,  Chynell will reveal her method of "routining your dream" to help you scale your TPT store this year. We'll learn step-by-step how to not just reach a goals for growing your TPT store, but sustaining it as well. It's time to create an action plan backed by some serious strategy, and what better day than today? Let's take advantage of today's blank slate and march...

Make Your EOY Naughty or Nice List - TPT Edition

December 24, 2022 11:04 - 4 minutes - 7.88 MB

In this episode, you will learn an end of year business strategy that is sure to help you grow in the new year: platform audits. Auditing shouldn’t be a chore – with the knowledge gained from each audit comes valuable insight that should be celebrated! That's why we're putting a fun twist on your end of yeat platform audits: we're taking all of your data and making a naughty and nice list.  We're zooming in on the platforms you used (and didn't use) to see where you need to focus your effo...

The #1 FREE TPT Business Growth Tool I'm Obsessed With

December 22, 2022 00:41 - 11 minutes - 20.8 MB

Are you a TPT seller that's interested in business coaching? Visit www.routineyourdream.com/privatebusinesscoaching to apply for the 2023 coaching program. In this episode, we're talking about TPT growth and more specifically, the #1 FREE business growth tool that Chynell uses with her clients that are TPT sellers- the % increase calculator! The % increase calculator is an amazing tool for tracking your business performance over time. It allows you to compare two different points in time a...

Amy Porterfield's Message for TeachersPayTeachers Sellers

August 16, 2022 12:16 - 41 minutes - 76.6 MB

Want in on Amy's exclusive private podcast? CLICK HERE Amy's bootcamp link: CLICK HERE Episode Details: Amy Porterfield joins us for a special message to teacher sellers.  We discussed different scenarios that teacher sellers face when deciding how and when to add a digital course to their exisiting business.  If you've ever thought about creating a digital course as a way to grow your teacher business, this episode was made just for you, my friend!  If you enjoyed this episode p...

Superpower #2 for Exponential TpT Growth: The Power of Cultivating Conversions

August 07, 2022 12:07 - 16 minutes - 31.6 MB

Want the freebie from this epsiode? GRAB IT HERE https://www.routineyourdream.com/freepreview This episode focuses on a growth strategy that will help eliminate the guessing when it comes to making decisions in your TeachersPayTeacher store. It's all about conversions. But not just your TpT product conversions, so give it a listen! 

Superpower #1 for Exponential TpT Growth: The Power of Positioning

August 01, 2022 11:11 - 19 minutes - 43.5 MB

This is the first episode of what will be an ongoing series of the major superpowers that any teacher seller who wants to see serious growth in their TeacherspayTeachers business can use to do just that! We go deep into the power of positioning yourself as an expert in your niche. And there's no time like the present to start honing your positioning strategy. Listen in to see how!

Milestones and Roadblocks for Teacher Sellers

July 25, 2022 11:11 - 26 minutes - 59.6 MB

Almost every teacher seller I work with has said at one time or another that they want to take their business to the next level, but confess that they don't know what that clearly looks like.  In this episode we break down the common stages and phases that a typical teacher seller will go through, allowing you to finally know exactly what that "next level" could look like for you.  Links:  Instagram: @routineyourdreampodcast

Setting Goals for Your TeachersPayTeachers Store

July 20, 2022 15:49 - 8 minutes - 18.8 MB

You've probably been there before. You set a goal, you're pumped and motivated for a week or two, and then suddenly you just...stop. Especially after attending an inspiring event like the TeachersPayTeachers conference! Your motivation dries up and it's easy to find reasons not to work towards your goal. But what if there was a tool that could help increase your chances of actually achieving your goals? It's called WOOP, and it stands for Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, and Plan. This epsiode b...

TpT GROWTH: 2023 Predictions Report (OLD vs NEW Ways to Grow on TeachersPayTeachers)

July 11, 2022 11:11 - 18 minutes - 33.5 MB

We're at the halfway point of the year, which means it's time to start thinking about 2023. Knowing the growth strategies that will work in 2023 will help you start aligning your actions and plans so that you can take full advantage of these predictions, or get a head start!  In this episode, we take a look at the old ways to grow on TeachersPayTeachers, and examine what needs to happen in order for them to continue being great growth strategies into 2023.  We also take a look at new gro...

I'm Presenting at the TpT Forward Conference: Here's What to Expect! (Session Deets for Really Simple Reels)

July 04, 2022 12:09 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MB

Are you attending the annual TeachersPayTeachers conference: TpT Forward?  If so, this episode gives you an idea of what to expect from my virtual session: Really Simple Reels: How to Grow Your TpT Store Using Reels Grab the Reels Goodie Bag here Introduce yourself to Chynell here: @routineyourdreampodcast

How to Actually Plan Your Growth on TpT

June 30, 2022 12:20 - 23 minutes - 46.7 MB

Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut when it comes to your TeachersPayTeachers store? Or do you have a lot of momentum, but you feel like you can't keep up? Are you feeling frustrated because you aren't seeing the growth that you want? Well, today's episode is all about how to actually grow on TpT. We're going to be talking about how to pinpoint where you are in your growth journey and how to create a custom growth plan for your business. Have your notes app or a notebook nearby for this...

TpT Growth: Time vs Money for TeacherspayTeachers Sellers

June 28, 2022 04:15 - 19 minutes - 36 MB

The Pre-Planning Routine to Try BEFORE Planning Your New Year

December 09, 2021 16:36 - 11 minutes - 21.3 MB

Are you the organized type? The kind of person that likes to plan everything in advance? If so, then you're probably already thinking about your plans for the new year. But have you considered doing a little pre-planning first? Pre-planning can help set the stage for an even more successful year, and it's a process that anyone can do. I don't know about you, but I love the feeling of fresh starts and new beginnings, and there's nothing quite like planning out your goals for the year ahead ...

Quick announcement

November 04, 2021 07:10 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MB

In today's episode, we share the inside scoop on something that is so needed if you're just starting out with making Reels on Instagram.    Katie and I are doing a 3 month live course: Routine Your Reels This membership style course will give you the foundations to creating really simple, but effective reels.  Links mentioned: Join Routine your Reels: www.routineyourreels.com  www.katiebrockmeyer.com www.instagram.com/katiebrockmeyercreative  

Special Announcement: We Launched a Membership!

November 04, 2021 07:10 - 17 minutes - 31.9 MB

In today's episode, Katie Brockmeyer and I share the inside scoop on our new membership that just launched: Routine Your Reels.  Links mentioned: Join Routine your Reels: www.routineyourreels.com  www.katiebrockmeyer.com www.instagram.com/katiebrockmeyercreative  

Ways to Increase Sales in November Using Email and Instagram

October 28, 2021 15:31 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MB

The TpT sitewide sale, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday are all right around the corner. In today's episode we break down the habits to start BEFORE the sales as well as during the sales so that you are optimizing your marketing efforts and increasing sales.    Screenshot and share this episode in your Instagram Story- tag @routineyourdreampodcast to let us know you're listening in!

Ways to Increase TpT Sales in November Using Email and Instagram

October 28, 2021 15:31 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MB

The TpT sitewide sale, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday are all right around the corner. In today's episode we break down the habits to start BEFORE the sales as well as during the sales so that you are optimizing your marketing efforts and increasing sales.    Screenshot and share this episode in your Instagram Story- tag @routineyourdreampodcast to let us know you're listening in!

Are You Inconsistent with Your Marketing Routines? Listen to This.

October 21, 2021 14:30 - 11 minutes - 21.2 MB

Do you feel like marketing is a constant struggle?  There are reasons why you might be struggling with consistency. In this episode, we are tackling three major reasons this is happening and how to overcome each of them.  This is a must listen to anyone feeling overwhelmed with marketing during a particularly busy or stressful season in life.  Screenshot and tag @routineyourdreampodcast on Instagram if you enjoyed this episode!!

Turning Marketing Skills into Profitable Habits

October 08, 2021 17:39 - 27 minutes - 50.5 MB

FREEBIE ALERT: CLICK HERE for the freebie mentioned in this podcast that shows you the behind-the-scenes process of how I batched my reels when I first started doing reels. It can be hard to find the time and energy to do everything you need to do in order to grow your business. CUE: Habits. Turning your marketing skills into habits make tasks that need to get done happen on autopilot. We are talking about how to reduce overwhelm, especially if you are short on time by taking two of the mo...

Growing TikTok from Scratch (ZERO to 37,000 Followers in Less than 90 Days)

September 23, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 33.6 MB

How do you get thousands of followers on TikTok? And not just any followers, but actual-ideal customers?  It's no secret that TikTok has taken the world by storm. When joining TikTok to promote your business getting started can be overwhelming and intimidating. Where do you start? What kind of content should you post? How often? Do you have to dance? These are all valid questions that are answered in this episode. This episode is a case study of an incredibly effective TikTok marketing ...

I Tried Batching 50 Instagram Reels...And This Is What Happened

September 13, 2021 02:39 - 13 minutes - 25 MB

Can I share a secret with you? I have always been so camera shy. I am sharing my results of what happened after I tried batching 50 Instagram Reels in one day.  Wanna come behind the scenes of this mega batch session? Visit: https://www.routineyourdream.com/50reelsfreebie For the Video Training Companion to This Episode! Tag @routineyourdreampodcast if you're listening/watching!

My Big Picture Email Strategy: My Long-term Nurturing Plan

September 02, 2021 06:16 - 27 minutes - 51.4 MB

Do you have a great product or service, but you're struggling to develop an email marketing strategy that will help your business grow? The problem is that most edupreneurs start their email marketing efforts with no strategy at all. They just send out random sales emails whenever they feel like it. This means that their customers don't know what to expect from them, so they are less likely to open the next one. It also means that they are wasting money because these sales emails aren't ge...

Holiday Marketing Routine- How to Market Your Business When Life Gets Busy

August 25, 2021 07:51 - 18 minutes - 33.7 MB

The holidays are approaching, and your stress levels might be creeping up as well. So how can you be ahead of the game during the upcoming holiday season? The best way to make sure you're prepared for your holiday season is through a planning routine. Chynell will teach you how to create routines for preparing your promotional calendar.  You will also receive tips on creating a holiday marketing campaign to make the most of your October, November, and December months. FOLLOW THE ROUTIN...

Think Like a Teacher - Market Like a Millionaire

August 19, 2021 18:34 - 16 minutes - 30.2 MB

Need more eyeballs on your TpT products? The biggest problem teacher entrepreneurs have is getting their products seen. You can get so busy creating products, posting them on TeacherspayTeachers, and then forget to market them because you're on to the next product.  Maybe that's because it's your comfort zone. Maybe it's because you don't know how to effectively market your TpT products.  Well my friend, what if I told you that by simply tweaking your marketing mindset to that of an ...

Why "Batching" Never Worked for You

August 13, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 32.1 MB

If you're a teacherpreneur, you don't have time to do it ALL. Enter: Batching. Right? Maybe...not if batching has been something you’ve tried in the past, but just never worked out.  In this episode of the Routine Your Dream Podcast, Chynell goes over the main reasons why batching never worked for you and how to actually make it work for you, for real this time. She'll give you tips on how to create an efficient schedule that will help your TpT teacher business grow without sacrificing y...

The Sale is Over. Do this Next.

August 05, 2021 08:30 - 21 minutes - 40.6 MB

You just threw a sale, and you’re feeling great! But now what? After the sale is over, it can be hard to figure out exactly what to do next. Here are 3 must dos to take action on for your TpT store that will make sure that your sales continue to roll in predictably after the sale.  In this episode, we cover several key topics including: How you can create a routine of the exact steps to do after each sale ends in your TpT store so that you don’t lose momentum or enthusiasm post-sale. ...

41. Turtle Time - The Daily Habit You Didn't Know You Needed

July 05, 2021 16:31 - 19 minutes - 35.4 MB

This is a MUST listen for anyone who is juggling a full-time job AND trying to grow an online business. Turtle Time has been a gamechanger- try it and tag the show's IG: @routineyourdream!

The Future of the Routine Your Dream Podcast- Quick Update!

July 01, 2021 18:36 - 2 minutes - 4.49 MB

Here's what to expect for the future of the Routine Your Dream Podcast this summer!

40. In a Slump? Try this Reset Routine

October 29, 2020 09:30 - 14 minutes - 26.6 MB

In a slump? Try this reset routine that Chynell shares for any online business owner who feels like they have been in avoidance-mode, unmotivated, and just in a business slump.   

39. Dear Business Owner, You Are NOT a Machine.

October 22, 2020 09:00 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MB

Feeling stressed? Battling Burnout? Juggling a full-time job AND an online business? This episode is for you my friend. Listen to Chynell's best tips for the action you can take right now to get your life and business realigned to your dream lifestyle.  Did you enjoy this podcast? Please leave us a 5-star review!  

38. How FREE Makes You Money

October 01, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 37.4 MB

Are you harnessing the power of free to grow your online business? Find out in today's podcast.  Chynell teaches you the FREE mistakes we make with our FREE content on our social media channels, the FREE content we post on our blogs/podcast/YouTube channels, and the FREEBIES we create for our audience.  The power of free is just that- POWERFUL, but if you aren't leveraging the power of free in your marketing strategy it comes at a cost.  Interested in taking the podcast survey? Visit: ...

37. Your 10x Strategy to Scale Your Business

September 24, 2020 18:13 - 17 minutes - 32.6 MB

This episode might just be a gamechanger for your business. We're talking all about how to start planning exponential growth in your online business before the new year even begins. 

36. TpT Conference Takeaways

July 23, 2020 12:05 - 18 minutes - 35.2 MB

What does it take to go from good to great as a teacherpreneur? Today we're breaking down the process of transitioning from ordinary to extraordinary as an online business owner. And we're doing it through the lense of how you may be feeling now that the TeachersPayTeachers Conference is over.  Let Chynell know you're listening! Screenshot and tag her on social media: @thepinspiredteacher

35. Increase Sales Using Case Studies

July 05, 2020 15:14 - 26 minutes - 49.6 MB

One marketing strategy that has been underutilized in our industry is the use of case studies. Chynell dives into what they are and how you can leverage the power of case studies to reach more of your target market and increase sales. Interested in private business coaching?  Visit  https://www.routineyourdream.com/privatecoaching Love this episode? Please share this episode with a friend Screenshot and tag Chynell on IG: @thepinspiredteacher Or leave a review!  And as always, ...

34. Wanna Attract More Customers? Try this Content Plan

June 25, 2020 23:52 - 12 minutes - 23.2 MB

Wanna attract more *ideal* customers to your website, blog, YouTube channel, Facebook group---or wherever you are publishing content? Listen to today's episode. Chynell will be breaking down how to perform a content gap analysis in order to form a content plan designed to meet and attract your ideal customer.   Interested in private coaching? Check out www.routineyourdream.com/privatecoaching to learn more. Slide into Chynell's DMs with questions about today's episode on Instagram @the...

33. What 2020 Has Taught Us About Pivoting as Online Business Owners

June 12, 2020 01:34 - 22 minutes - 41.9 MB

2020 is the year of the pivot. Nothing about this year has been usual, but what can we learn from the events this year to help us take action and make business decisions now and when future crises arise? Listen in on today's podcast episode.  

32. Using Evergreen Content in Your Online Marketing Strategy

May 28, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 34.4 MB

Is your content attracting your ideal customer? Are they returning to your blog, YouTube channel, etc. over and over again because your content is STELLAR? In today's episode we discuss the role evergreen content plays in your overall marketing strategy.  Do you need help with implementing marketing strategies inside of your business? Visit https://www.routineyourdream.com/privatecoaching if you want individualized support accountability.  Visit Chynell on the gram: @thepinspiredteacher

31. Scrappy is the New Perfect

May 21, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 32.8 MB

Have you been waiting to take action on a big project in your business? If so, this episode is for you. Chynell recaps the big takeaway from a marketing conference she attended: Scrappy Is The New Perfect.  Click the link below if you're interested in private coaching! https://www.routineyourdream.com/privatecoaching Want to share your commitment on finishing a big project? DM Chynell (@thepinspiredteacher) or tag her in your stories to have someone virtually cheering you on!  Let's ...