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24 5 Things I'd Do Differently If I Started My Business Again

Pesky hindsight!  It's a marvellous thing, but why can't we just know 'it' from the start?!

Well, I've got your back.


In this episode, I share five BIG things I would have done differently if I started my business again.


I've reflected on 18 years as a business owner, and through my experience of growing, yes growing, not sustaining, my business through the pandemic.


And I hope that this helps you avoid some of the same mistakes I made, or implement them sooner than I did.


Here are some useful links, mentioned in this episode:



Did you try any of these tips?  Make sure you let me know!


- Sumantha

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

As a teacher 'dropout' turned professional tutor, combined with my 20+ years as a business owner, I'm in it with you!

My training leans on tried-and-tested methods that are completely tailored to our niche.

There's no generic business advice here!


Work with me to breathe life into YOUR definition of success:


#1 Bespoke 1:1 Mentoring

Goal-driven wrap-around support, with 1:1 strategy calls, WhatsApp support and free access to The Tutors' Mastermind.


#2 The Tutors' Mastermind

The leading membership for edupreneurs that combines tailored training (live and recorded), a community of like-minded business owners and exclusive discounts to resources in The Training Jukebox.


#3 The Group Class Course

Get lifetime access to this self-paced course designed to help you launch, grow and refine your group classes. Includes teaching ideas too.


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Upgrade Your Education Business
The leading podcast for edu-preneurs.

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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.