Business idea · Education
Online Tutoring Workshops
Online Tutoring Workshops: Hosting free online workshops to educate parents and students about test preparation strategies and changes in standardized tests. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper, in the episode "$1000 a Week Tutoring on the Side (Greatest Hits)" (aired September 24, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | $1000 a Week Tutoring on the Side (Greatest Hits) |
| Aired | September 24, 2026 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Take Aim Tutoring, Shopify, Gusto |
The problem it solves
Parents often feel lost navigating the complexities of standardized test preparation and are looking for guidance.
How it makes money
Lead generation model where workshops are free, but attendees are encouraged to consider tutoring services afterward.
Skills you need
Public speaking, knowledge of test preparation, and familiarity with online platforms for hosting webinars.
The market, and why this works now
Parents of high school students preparing for the SAT are often overwhelmed by the changing test formats and preparation strategies. Zoom's webinar capabilities allow for easy hosting of free workshops that can attract these parents and students. After the workshops, the business can generate revenue by upselling personalized tutoring services through Facebook Ads targeting local parents interested in educational resources. A significant constraint in the first year will be the cost of acquiring customers, which may exceed the revenue generated from initial tutoring sessions due to high competition in the education sector.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Take Aim Tutoring
A tutoring service specializing in SAT and ACT test preparation, run by Matt Fuentes.
- Shopify
A comprehensive e-commerce platform that allows businesses to create online stores and manage sales, inventory, and payments.
- Gusto
An online payroll and benefits software designed for small businesses, providing automation for payroll processing and employee management.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: $1000 a Week Tutoring on the Side (Greatest Hits)
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.