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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

How to Start a Tutorial Business

How to Start a Tutorial Business
Tutorial service businesses can be targeted to students of all ages and any subject matter. Starting a tutorial business may be right for you if you excel at helping others understand subjects easier. Sometimes students have a hard time with coursework because of a disability or communication gap with their instructor. To run this type of business, you will need to research subjects, prepare training materials and write lesson plans.





Step 1

Pick a niche for your tutorial business. If you are more experienced working with elementary subjects, cater your business to that age level of students. You can also specialize in one subject, such as tutoring math for high school students. Pick out a few areas you are good in and familiarize yourself with every aspect of these subjects.

Step 2

Obtain necessary certifications. It may help you to take college courses related to the areas you wish to tutor or get your teaching certificate. If you plan on helping students study for exams, such as the LSAT, GRE or GMAT, a certification will help you find more clients.

Step 3

Legalize your business. Visit the Internal Revenue Service website for your Employer Identification Number. If you plan on using a business name other than you own name register it with the secretary of state. Visit your city government to obtain a business license to run your business in your city.

Step 4

Prepare your business documents. Create tutorial and training videos. Design print course material and assignments. Create audio and transcribe lecture notes or sessions for students who learn better by listening.

Step 5

Find a location for your business. Some owners prefer a physical location that students can go to, while others travel to another location, such as the student's home or school. Set up a website and offer training videos and print materials online. Allow the students to interact with the lessons.

Step 6

Promote your business. Network with your local schools and universities. Place an ad in the phone directory, radio and television stations. Ask clients you have helped to write a testimonial for your business. Interact with potential students via social media. Find where your customers frequent online and visit those locations to grow your business.


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