The Side Hustle No One is Talking About: Start an Online Trade School from Home (Yes, Even in Your PJs)

Hola Trade School Hustlers!

Ever dreamt of starting an online trade school but didn't know where to begin? You're in luck. I did just that, all while juggling a full-time gig as a Regional Sales Director for a mortgage company in 2021. And guess what? I did it from the comfort of my home – sometimes even in my PJs!

Here’s how you can do it too:

Step-by-Step Guide to Launching Your Online Trade School.

1. Google Your State’s ETP Provider Application

   - ETP stands for Eligible Training Provider. This is what they call schools here in Texas.

2. Meet the Requirements

   - Check for necessary licenses, permits, application fees, online vs. physical office space requirements, etc.

3. Discover the Target Occupations List (TOL)

   - TOL includes courses that are in high demand in each county, which means funding is more likely available for these courses.

4. Create a Business Plan

   - Name Your School: Get creative!

   - Courses to Offer: What’s in demand?

   - Lead Generation: Where will your students come from?

   - CRM Tools: What systems will you use to manage student info?

   - Startup Funding: How will you finance your venture?

   - Team or Solo: Are you doing this alone or building a team?

And this is just the beginning. There’s a lot more to explore!

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