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Full-Time or Part-Time? Things to Consider as You Forge Your Teaching Path
In this episode, Jason breaks down what he sees as some of the pros and cons of teaching full-time vs. teaching part-time. The bottom line is this: There's not one right choice, but no matter whichever direction you choose, there are some challenges to overcome. (And if you're considering becoming a yoga teacher because you think it would be an easy, relaxed lifestyle, well, you might want to reconsider.)
Here are a few of the things we discuss:
* Jason debunks the myth that yoga teachers have an easy work-life balance and explains why it's so challenging to make a living as a yoga teacher.
* How being a yoga teacher has changed in the 20 years Jason's been teaching.
* One of the biggest mistakes Jason sees yoga teachers make when they market themselves. Hint: It has to do with social media.
* Part-time teacher? Say it loud and proud.
Shownotes: yogalandpodcast.com/episode143
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