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165 Hugh Viney: Building A Business That Doesn't Need You (And Other Lessons Learnt)

This is one of the most powerful discussions I've had on the podcast.

Hugh Viney, CEO of Minerva Tutors and Minerva Virtual Academy, shares his honest methods that helped him:

  • Create a tuition business that didn't need him
  • Create an online school using a £50k loan from his tuition business

My favourite thing about this conversation is how Hugh breaks down all of his decisions making it accessible to anyone aspiring to take their businesses to new heights.

Enjoy :-)

Sumantha

About Hugh Viney:

Over the last eleven years since founding Minerva, Hugh's leadership and dedication has enabled thousands of students, overlooked by the traditional system, to receive the education and qualifications they deserve. He founded Minerva Virtual Academy, a multi-award-winning online school for students aged 11-18 and the UK’s fastest-growing school, having grown to 1100 full-time students (and counting) in 4 years. It is also the largest online school of its kind to be accredited by the Department for Education. Today, he leads MVA’s mission to provide a flexible and supportive alternative to traditional school, giving more young people access to the British Curriculum in a way that works for them.

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👋🏽 Hello! I'm Sumantha McMahon and I've supported over 100 tutors and education business owners.

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Sumantha McMahon

With over 20 years of experience and having mentored 100+ tutors, Sumantha shares practical, non-formulaic strategies to help you attract students, grow sustainably, and build a tutoring business that aligns with your version of success. Expect grounded advice on marketing, sales, mindset and productivity, without the overwhelm.