How do you know if you should start a tutoring business?
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Is your area’s economy fairly resilient? Poor people don’t pay for tutors.
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Do a significant number of people in your area value higher education? Dumb people don’t want paid tutors.
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Are there a significant number of universities nearby? Athletes often need paid tutors.
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Do you have a proprietary strategy for teaching key subjects like math, reading, and English? Proprietary methods get higher pay.
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Do you have a track record of student results? Track records produce higher pay.
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Do you have an inexpensive marketing plan? Craiglist is good — be sure to meet people at a “safe” public place first.
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Do you know what to charge and what you need to earn? Call local tutoring agencies to find the “market” rate in your area for your skill?
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Can you prove you’re the right person? Credentials, a portfolio of your work, or a portfolio of “F’s” to “A’s” or recommendation letters will help you get the work you need!