This episode is a little bit emotional – because it’s the last episode of Get Richer, Teacher. I’m closing this chapter with a heart full of gratitude and a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to work with me, straight from the people who’ve experienced it.

Whether you’re a long-time listener, a past client, or just curious what my coaching actually feels like, this one’s for you.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

• What it really feels like to be coached by me.
• Why coaching, not teaching, is my true zone of genius (and how I finally embraced that).
• Why people go wild for… my 175-task launch spreadsheet.
• How I help people stop overcomplicating and start doing – with direct, loving, to-the-point feedback.
• The kind of people who thrive working with me – and who probably won’t.

Thank you for listening, for sharing, for showing up. I’m not going anywhere, but this beautiful ride has come to its natural end – at least for now. Let’s stay connected and keep building the kind of business that feels like you!

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing my very real, very subjective opinions on why most business courses out there simply don’t work for language teachers and coaches. And nope, it’s not just me being critical – it’s based on stories I hear all the time.

Here’s what I talk about:

• The kind of business advice most teachers come across first – and why that’s a problem
• How the typical ‘business shark’ energy pushes so many brilliant teachers away
• Why focusing on things like Instagram might not be solving the real problem
• The difference between selling what people want and offering what they actually need
• Why a lot of business advice is aimed at beginners – and how it plays into their fears and desperation
• What ethical, values-based marketing really looks like

If you’ve ever felt like the business world wasn’t made for people like us – this one’s for you

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If you’ve ever wondered why your course isn’t selling – or you’re just starting out and want to avoid wasting time on offers that flop – this episode is a must-listen. I break down the art and science of building offers that don’t just sound good on paper, but actually sell.

Here’s what we talk about in this episode:

• Why a strong offer is non-negotiable if you want your business to grow
• The power of thinking like your client, not like a teacher – because your clients don’t want what you think they need
• How being super specific (like ‘courses for Brazilians relocating to Australia’) helps you stand out in a saturated market
• The role of market research and beta testing in shaping offers that resonate
• Why listening to your current clients can be your best source of product ideas (and no, ‘I know what they need’ doesn’t count)
• The ‘chocolate vs broccoli’ analogy you didn’t know you needed: how to package your offer so people actually want it

If you're serious about creating a language course that becomes the backbone of your business, don’t skip this one.

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Fear holds many of us back from taking the next step – whether in business or life. But here’s the truth: fear is normal, and it doesn’t have to control you. In this episode, I dive deep into the different types of fear that can paralyze us, from fear of failure to fear of rejection and why it’s important to move through fear – so you can finally start showing up for yourself and your business.

Key Takeaways:

• Fear is not the enemy. It’s just information from your body signaling uncertainty or potential threats. The key isn’t to eliminate fear – it’s to understand what kind of fear is holding you back and move forward anyway.
•  Action vs. Movement. Overthinking keeps you stuck. Action is intentional and structured, but movement is what actually creates momentum. You don’t need all the answers to start – you just need to move. And if fear makes you freeze? Body doubling – having someone work alongside you or just keeping your hand – can help you push through and stay accountable.
• Balance strategy with execution. Over-planning can be just as harmful as rushing in without direction. The best approach? Reflect, prepare, commit – and then move forward.
• Embracing discomfort is the key to growth. The fear of the unknown is real, but growth happens when you learn to sit with uncertainty and keep going anyway. Clarity and confidence come from movement, not from thinking about moving.

Get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

Many language teachers either overestimate or underestimate how long it actually takes to launch a course. Some think it’s a never-ending process, while others assume they can launch overnight. The truth lies somewhere in between. 

With a clear plan and marketing strategy, the process is both manageable and predictable. And it’s entirely doable within a few months. In this episode I break down the key steps to launching successfully – without getting stuck in perfectionism or confusion.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

• The different starting points for educators – whether working for a school, freelancing, or already selling group courses – and how that impacts the launch timeline.
• The biggest trap that slows down course creation.
• How to create a course outline that actually sells.
• How to build a marketing strategy that connects with the right audience (hint: it’s not just posting random language tips on Instagram).
• Why a structured launch plan makes all the difference.
• How launching gets easier (and way more fun!) the more you do it – and how that helps you sell more.

If you’re ready to move from idea to launch, this episode will give you the clarity and direction you need!

Get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

In this episode, I’m celebrating the incredible teachers I’ve worked with – clients who have built thriving, profitable businesses on their terms. They didn’t follow a cookie-cutter formula or try to be like everyone else. Instead, they found their own way of doing things, leaned into their strengths and created businesses that actually work for them.

Here’s what you’ll discover in today’s episode:

• Niches That Stand Out (and Sell! 🚀) – Whether it’s English for psychologists, business English for corporate women, or German for Greek speakers moving to Switzerland, these teachers have found a niche that fits them and attracts the right students.
• Authenticity as a Business Superpower – They have built businesses by showing up as themselves – using their personality, unique experience and values to connect with their ideal students.
• Overcoming Self-Doubt and Taking Action – Let’s be real, self-doubt comes for everyone. But instead of letting it win, these teachers pushed through, took action and built something they’re truly proud of.
• Sustainable Growth, Not Overnight Success – No chasing quick wins or following the latest trend. They are playing the long game – creating businesses that grow in a way that feels good and fits their lifestyle.

Check out the websites and social media accounts of the teachers mentioned in this episode to see how they've built their businesses and get inspired ✨

👉 Sam

👉Alicja

👉Ania

👉Bistra

👉Sophie

👉Olivia

👉Ashley

👉Kleanthi 

👉Eliska

👉Rebecca

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Building a successful language business isn’t just about being a great teacher – it’s about making smart decisions. Yet, so many language professionals fall into the same avoidable traps that keep them overworked and underpaid. In this episode I'm diving into the most common mistakes that may hold you back.

Some of the mistakes I talk about are:

• Selling generic B1/B2 courses – Students don’t search for a “B2 course” – they look for solutions to their specific problems. 
• Treating your business like a hobby – If you don’t take your business seriously, no one else will.
• Relying too much on social media – Likes and comments don’t equal income. A solid sales strategy and email marketing are essential for consistent revenue.

Tune in to the episode to learn about 3 more mistakes and how to break free from them.

Get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

Is the CEFR scale really the best way to measure language learning success? In episode 163 of Get richer, teacher podcast I dive into why rigid language levels might not be as useful as we think – and how shifting our focus to real people and their goals can completely change the way we teach and sell language courses.

Here’s what I cover in this episode:

• Why the CEFR scale exists and where it actually matters (spoiler: not as often as you think)
• How real-life language goals – like running a business, feeling confident in conversations, or staying connected to a language – are more important than levels.
• The problem with traditional language courses that treat learning like a step-by-step process from A1 to C2.
• Why traditional language schools often fail to meet students’ real needs.
• How thinking beyond language levels makes it easier to allows you to create more valuable, high-ticket offers that people are happy to pay for.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts! And if you’re ready to rethink how you structure your courses, get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

Thinking about hiring a business coach to help you grow your language teaching business? With so many promises of six-figure months, passive income, and working from the beach, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. But not all coaching is equal.

In episode 161 of Get reacher, teacher podcast, I break down the biggest red flags to watch out for – so you can invest wisely and avoid the traps.

Key Takeaways

• The problem with income claims – Promises like “Charge $200/hour!” or “Make 10K a month!” sound great, but what’s really behind them?
• The values misalignment trap – If a coach is all about luxury, beaches, and designer bags, but you care about freedom and stability, they might not be the right fit.
• The danger of blindly following someone else’s path – Just because a method worked for one person doesn’t mean it’ll work for you.
• The role of a real business coach – A coach should guide you, not sell you a magic fix for your business.

At the end of the day, business coaching should help you build something sustainable and aligned with your goals—not just look good on paper. Listen in, think critically, and make choices that actually serve you.

Get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

You already know one-to-one lessons aren’t sustainable – it’s time-consuming, exhausting, and limits your income. You’ve thought about group programs, maybe even launched one—but why isn’t it selling like you hoped? The truth is, selling groups is a completely different game than selling one-to-ones. In this episode, I break down exactly what’s going wrong and how to fix it.

Key takeaways;

• Grouping students by level isn’t enough. Just because students share a language level doesn’t mean they share the same goals.
• Crafting a group program that actually sells is about creating a transformational journey for a specific type of client.
• Being afraid to focus on a smaller audience is what’s keeping you stuck. The more specific your offer, the more valuable it becomes and the easier it is to sell.
• Selling groups requires a different approach than one-to-ones. If you’re struggling, you might just need to change how you think about your offers.

Get your access to my on-demand free ‘Plan your language course worth gold’ mini course and create your amazing group language program in less than 90 minutes! Get it here.

If you’re feeling stuck in your business and wondering why things haven’t clicked yet, this episode is for you. I’m sharing the honest truth about what’s holding you back and how to move forward with clarity, courage, and intention.

👉 Listen now and take the first step toward building the business—and life—you really want!

Here’s what I cover in this episode:

• Taking Full Responsibility: It’s time to stop blaming yourself or external factors and take ownership of your success.
• Getting Clear on Your Unique Value: Align your offers with what you’re truly passionate about and release clients or habits that no longer serve you.
• Making Bold Moves: Stop asking for permission and start trusting your own decisions.
• Dreaming Bigger: Act in alignment with your own version of success—not someone else’s.



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t’s dive into the art of sales – a skill that’s often misunderstood and sometimes feared, but absolutely essential for business success. Here’s the truth: being great at sales isn’t about pushy tactics. It’s about building trust, connecting with people, and showing up authentically. If you’ve ever felt unsure about selling, this episode will transform how you think about it.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Sales is Like a Coleslaw Salad
2. It’s not just about one ingredient (like promotion). Trust, connection, and authority are the key ingredients that make the magic. Without them, it’s just cabbage!
3. The Humanistic Approach to Sales
4. Sales is about making people feel seen, understood, and supported – not about being pushy or manipulative.
5. Ethical Sales Techniques That Feel Good
6. Strategies like creating scarcity or establishing authority can be applied ethically by being honest and transparent.
7. Commitment to Growth
8. If your sales aren’t where you want them to be, ask yourself: How committed am I to improving? It’s likely a skills gap you can close. Seeking feedback, asking for help, and staying open to growth are essential steps toward mastery.
9. Sales and Influence as Skills
10. Sales is a skill, not a personality trait. Stop saying, “I’m bad at sales,” and start building confidence through practice and integrity.

Ready to make sales feel like second nature? Whether it’s the structured Rocket Accelerator, the strategic Interstellar Mastermind or one-on-one coaching, I’m here to help you build the confidence you need to grow your business. Check out how to work with me here: https://olakowalska.com/workwithme

Feeling overwhelmed by too many ideas for new offers, social media posts and and different ways to help your clients? In episode 157 of Ger richer, teacher podcast I explore how to celebrate your creative brain while keeping it productive and aligned with your business goals. 

Key Takeaways:

Embrace Your Creative Mind

Your constant flow of ideas is a unique gift – notice when and where your creativity thrives.

Pause Before Acting

New ideas often feel exciting because of dopamine, but that doesn’t mean they’re always the best choice. Don’t rush to act on every idea. Give yourself space to evaluate whether it supports your long-term goals.

Build Stability First

Focus on one reliable offer to create financial security. This foundation allows you the freedom to be creative without your business relying entirely on moments of inspiration.

Use Creativity Wisely

Balance business-related creativity with personal creative outlets to maintain inspiration and avoid burnout.

Adapt to Life’s Cycles

Design a flexible business that works even when your creativity or energy dips.

Resource Mentioned:

• Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

DM me on Instagram to share your thoughts on balancing stability and creativity in business – I’d love to hear from you!

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In episode 156 of Get richer, teacher podcast, I’m talking about financial stability in your language business. If you’re stuck, underpaid, or unsure how to grow, this episode is for you. 

Key Points:

• Commitment Is Everything

Your business is like a relationship – it needs your full commitment. When you’re all in, that’s when the magic happens.

• One-to-One Teaching Keeps You Stuck

Charging high rates for one-to-one lessons is possible, but it’s not scalable. Build a business, not just a teaching job.

• Think Scalable Offers

Group courses and evergreen programs create reliable income streams.

• Marketing Is About Connection

Skip flashy marketing. Real growth comes from genuine relationships.

• Hard Work Pays Off

Building a business is tough, but staying underpaid and undervalued is far worse.

• Shift Your Money Mindset

Financial stability is possible, but you have to believe it first.

Get a copy of my Language business handbook to find out how to build a successful business and raise the bar for the industry.

In this episode, I’m getting real and sharing some of the behind-the-scenes messiness of how my life shapes my business – not the other way around. If you haven’t listened to my episode about making £100K in a year, go check it out for extra context. But today we’re talking about freedom, healing and figuring out what really matters.

Here’s what I cover:

1. My Messy Past

How my upbringing shaped my need to prove myself – and the work it took to stop chasing external validation.

2. The Whisper That Changed Everything

During the pandemic I quit my job, left London and started asking the big questions: What do I actually want from life and work?

3. Personal Growth = Business Growth

How working with a productivity coach helped me design my business to fit me – my ADHD brain, my energy and my life.

4. It’s Not Business Problems, It’s Personal Stuff

Most struggles in business aren’t really about the business – they’re about unresolved personal issues manifesting in your work.

This whole journey has been about taking radical responsibility – owning my energy, my choices and my happiness. 

Let me know what you think about that one and how you would like for your life to dictate business. Is that the case at the moment or is it the opposite? Just DM on Instagram and let’s talk!

Get a copy of my Language business handbook to find out how to build a successful business and raise the bar for the industry.

Richer, Teacher podcast, I’m unpacking how overthinking affects us all—plus the steps you can take to regain control and stop sabotaging your success.

What You'll Find in This Episode:

• Why overthinking is a symptom of being in a fight-or-flight mode, not a fixed personality trait
• The link between perfectionism, people-pleasing, decision paralysis, and overthinking
• Practical strategies for recognising and addressing overthinking, from journaling to speaking your thoughts aloud
• How to trust your gut while letting logic naturally support your decisions

Let me know how this episode resonates with you, and don’t forget to share it with someone who might need this message!

Get a copy of my Language business handbook to find out how to build a successful business and raise the bar for the industry.

Online bullying, trolls, and the fear of judgement often hold us back from showing up and sharing our talents. In episode 153 of the Get Richer, Teacher podcast, I open up about my personal experiences with online negativity and how we can shift our mindset to respond with resilience instead of fear.

Here’s what you can expect in this episode:

• How the fear of trolls and judgment can keep you from sharing your work, and why we need to stop letting this fear control us.
• Dealing with copycats.
• A recent experience where a troll tried to disrupt one of my webinars, and how I responded calmly, set a boundary, and didn’t let them throw me off course.
• How to separate yourself from personal attacks that hit harder than others.

Get a copy of my Language business handbook to find out how to build a successful business and raise the bar for the industry.

Today we're diving deep into my journey from English teacher to a six-figure business owner. This is more than a clickbait headline—it's an honest look at the twists, trade-offs, and transformations it took to reach this milestone. I'm sharing the truth behind the journey, the tough lessons, and what's coming next.

Episode Highlights:

1. How It All Started – from teaching English in Poland to living in UK and running a successful online business. 
2. The Four Key Stages of Growth

• Beliefs to Shed: I had to let go of limiting beliefs, like thinking my background or ADHD would hold me back.
• Financial Investments: My first major leap was a £5,000 investment in a business coach, a risk that proved invaluable.
• Pricing Evolution: I began with modest pricing but gradually raised it, understanding my value and learning to confidently charge accordingly.
• Focusing on What Works: After trial and error with multiple offerings, I honed in on the Rocket Accelerator as the core of my business.

1. Personal development journey
2. The Power of Self-Awareness and learning to manage emotions was transformative

Applications to my flagship 6-month group program the Rocket Accelerator are open. Send your application if you feel called to do so or request a call to chat to me about it. Read the sales page and decide for yourself.

In episode 151 of Get richer, teacher podcast we’re taking a sneak peek into what it’s like to work with me inside my coaching program, the Rocket Accelerator. If you’ve been following my content and wondering if you should join the program, then this is for you!

This episode is all about the types of questions my clients bring to our sessions—questions that you might be thinking about yourself—and how these conversations open up new paths and create real change.

1. The Practical “How-Do-I” Questions
2. Clients often start with straightforward questions like “How do I find clients?” or “What should I post?” These are essential building blocks, and we use them as a foundation to uncover deeper needs and build confidence.
3. The Mindset Battles
4. So many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed or stuck, asking, “Why can’t I get this done?” or “How do I keep going when it feels hard?” Together, we explore what's actually behind those feelings. It’s not just about finding a quick fix—it’s about breaking through old habits, setting new foundations, and reconnecting with the “why” behind their business.
5. The Prioritisation Dilemma
6. A classic question that comes up often is, “Where should I put my energy first?” With so many demands on your time, it’s easy to feel pulled in a hundred directions. In our sessions, we tackle how to prioritise in a way that drives real progress. I help my clients get clear on what truly matters so that every step they take is effective and aligned with their bigger vision.
7. Alignment and Strategy
8. As we go deeper, clients start bringing questions like, “How can I make this strategy feel like me?” This is where things get exciting. It’s not about following someone else’s blueprint—it’s about building a business that feels like it truly belongs to you. We explore how to infuse your personality, style, and values into each aspect of your business.
9. Big Aha! Moments
10. Sometimes clients come to me feeling unfulfilled in their niche or questioning the path they’re on. It’s like, “Wait, why doesn’t this feel good?” And often, these are signs it’s time for a pivot. We work through these moments together, and they can be game-changers, sparking new ideas, fresh directions, and so much more energy.
11. Growing Confidence and Self-Coaching
12. One of my favorite things is when clients start answering their own questions during our sessions! They’ll say things like, “Actually, I think I’ve figured it out…” and it’s such a win! This is the real transformation—watching them gain the confidence to make their own decisions, tackle challenges independently, and really take ownership of their journey.

The Rocket Accelerator is way more than a set of business steps. It’s a space for growth, discovery, and big conversations that change the way you approach life and business. 

Ready to take action? Good news!

Applications to my flagship 6-month group program the Rocket Accelerator are open. Send your application if you feel called to do so or request a call to chat to me about it. Read the sales page and decide for yourself.