Neil shares insights and reflections on the importance of avoiding the comfort zone in life and business. Drawing from his own experiences and wisdom gained over 25 years in the industry, Neil emphasises the need to push boundaries, challenge o

The Flying Roast Duck Myth

9 days ago 8m 55s

Neil emphasises the importance of taking action and actively pursuing one's goals, rather than waiting for success to come by chance. Neil uses the analogy of a man waiting for a roast duck to fly into his mouth to illustrate the concept of not

The Risks of Having a Good Job

16 days ago 11m 57s

Neil shares valuable insights and advice for individuals in the tutoring, teaching, and coaching business. He emphasises the benefits and challenges of being your own boss, highlighting the freedom and responsibility that come with it. Neil dis

Holidays - My Own Private Hell

23 days ago 12m 37s

Neil discusses the topic of holidays and the unique perspective entrepreneurs may have towards them. Neil shares his personal experience of finding more joy in teaching and working than in traditional holiday activities. He discusses the guilt

Anchoring Excellence, Silliness and Fun

Apr 1st, 2024 10m 23s

Neil delves into the concept of anchoring in NLP and its profound impact on teaching and learning. Neil shares his personal experience of using anchors to access his optimal teaching state instantly. He explains the process of building anchors

The Right State

Mar 25th, 2024 9m 49s

Neil delves into the concept of "state" as defined by the founders of NLP (neuro-linguistic programming). He discusses how understanding and managing states, which encompass emotional, mental, and physiological conditions, can be a game-changer

Plus and Minus Tracking

Mar 18th, 2024 17m 45s

Join Neil as he shares insights on how to effectively manage time in a no-nonsense, practical way. He emphasises the importance of tracking activities to increase productivity and happiness in both business and personal life. Tune in to learn h

Flippin' Questions

Mar 11th, 2024 9m 31s

Neil talks about the power of reframing and reversing perspectives to achieve success in the tutoring business. With his trademark positivity and no-nonsense approach, Neil challenges listeners to consider how they can guarantee failure in thei

The Lucky Overnight Success Myth

Mar 4th, 2024 11m 1s

Neil dives into the myth of being a lucky overnight success in the tutoring business. Neil challenges the notion of luck and emphasises the importance of hard work, dedication, and intelligent decision-making in achieving success. Drawing from

Six Years, No Parole

Feb 26th, 2024 6m 40s

Join Neil Cowmeadow in episode 312 of The Tutor Podcast as he celebrates six years of consistent podcasting without missing a show. Neil shares insights and ideas from his 25 years in the tutoring business, offering tips on starting, growing, a

The People On The Bus

Feb 19th, 2024 11m 23s

Neil discusses the importance of not going "round the bend" as tutors, teachers, and coaches in the business. He emphasises the limitations of being a sole trader and the necessity of scaling and scalability in the tutoring business. Neil share

The Inner Moron Rides Again

Feb 12th, 2024 13m 45s

In this episode, Neil discusses the concept of the "inner moron" that resides within all of us. He shares his personal experiences and insights gained from his 25 years in the tutoring business, discussing how the inner moron often leads us to

Are We Having Fun Yet

Feb 5th, 2024 10m 20s

Neil discusses the importance of incorporating fun into teaching and tutoring. He shares his belief that learning occurs more quickly and effectively in a fun environment, where students feel comfortable making mistakes and taking risks. Neil c

Putting On The Motley

Jan 29th, 2024 13m 54s

Join Neil as he explores the power of clothing and how it can shape our perception of ourselves and others. Drawing on historical examples and personal experiences, Neil discusses how clothing can influence our inner game and impact our interac

Consistency is King

Jan 22nd, 2024 14m 33s

Neil discusses the importance of consistency in achieving success in tutoring, teaching, and coaching businesses. Drawing from his 25 years of experience, Neil emphasises the significance of establishing a daily routine and implementing it cons

Jacks of All Trades

Jan 15th, 2024 18m 37s

Neil discusses the concept of being a jack-of-all-trades. He shares his own experiences of being involved in various pursuits and challenges throughout his 24 years in business, including teaching guitar, renovating properties, earning a degree

Staring Into Space

Jan 8th, 2024 12m 50s

This episode explores the concept that environment is superior to willpower. Neil shares his own experiences of avoiding temptations by staying away from certain environments and emphasises the importance of surrounding oneself with the right e

The Business Ecosystem

Jan 1st, 2024 9m 43s

Neil Cowmeadow explores the idea of expanding our perspective as tutors, teachers, and coaches. He encourages listeners to see themselves as business people who happen to teach, rather than being confined to a narrow definition of their profess

Health and Wellbeing

Dec 25th, 2023 11m 38s

Neil Cowmeadow discusses the importance of taking care of our health and well-being on a daily basis. He emphasises that our health is the foundation upon which everything we do is built, and neglecting it can have consequences in our personal

Magickal Words

Dec 18th, 2023 10m 40s

Join Neil as he explores the power of words and how they can be used as magic spells to transform our interactions and shape our reality. Neil shares his teaching superpower of using magic words to uplift and inspire his students, starting with

The Ten Minute Problem Solver

Dec 11th, 2023 13m 13s

Neil shares a technique that he finds enormously helpful when he has a lot on his mind. Drawing inspiration from various authors and researchers, Neil explains a simple and effective method that only takes 10 minutes. He suggests finding a quie

The Great Planning Getaway

Dec 4th, 2023 20m 9s

In this episode, Neil discusses the importance of taking time to review and plan for the upcoming year in your tutoring business. He emphasises the need to step away from the day-to-day operations and dedicate a few days to reflect on the succe

Let's Talk About Teaching

Nov 27th, 2023 15m 19s

In this episode, Neil shares some key points from a recent conversation he had with one of his bass guitar students. Beyond music, they talk about the impact of traditional teaching methods on students' perception of learning. Neil emphasises t

The Comfort Trap

Nov 20th, 2023 14m 12s

In this episode of The Tutor Podcast, Neil Cowmeadow discusses the danger of falling into the comfort trap. He highlights how success can lead to complacency and a loss of drive, energy, and ambition. Neil emphasizes the importance of staying m

Sell It

Nov 13th, 2023 13m 39s

Neil discusses the importance of selling in the tutoring and coaching business. He acknowledges that many people feel uncomfortable with the idea of being salespeople, but talks about why selling is a skill used by everyone in various aspects o