40: Should You Sell on Your Website? The Real Pros, Cons, and TPT vs. Your Own Store

Are you wondering whether you should sell your teacher resources on your website or if it’s just one more thing everyone says you “should” do? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions teacher-sellers ask when they start taking their business seriously. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down everything you need to know so you can make the right decision for YOUR stage of business. By the end, you’ll know whether selling on your website is worth it, what it actually takes to make it profitable, and how to avoid wasting time or money in the process. We cover: Why so many teacher-sellers want their own website Shopify vs. Squarespace vs. WordPress (and what I chose) The truth about uploading your entire product catalog How long it really takes to see sales What you must have in place BEFORE you open a store Website pros, cons, and deal-breakers When a website becomes more profitable than TPT Whether you should add a TPT “buy” button on your product pages Why email list + trust = the secret to website sales The long-term payoff most teachers never talk about If you’ve been confused, overwhelmed, or unsure whether you’re “ready” to add a store to your website, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been needing. If you’re not sure whether you’re ready—or you need help figuring out the next right step in your business, I offer 1:1 coaching to help you grow with clarity and confidence. I support teachers with: TPT store strategy Website setup + offers Messaging + positioning Mindset and overthinking Anything your teacher brain is stuck on If you’re craving real progress with way less overwhelm, book your coaching call: yourteacherbiz.com/coaching Links & Resources Mentioned Squarespace (my website platform) Shopify (another popular website option) Emily Bryant, CPA for TPT sellers My 1:1 Coaching: yourteacherbiz.com/coaching