When I built the largest training company in the world, I made it my mission to help others become world-class trainers and use teaching as a method to grow their business.
If you want to know why teaching is the most effective way to get rich, make sure you read this article, Why Teaching Is The Best Way To Get Rich Quickly.
But what makes someone “qualified” to teach?
An advanced degree? A teaching license? A certain number of years of experience?
I meet so many people who want to become speakers, teachers, and trainers, but they don’t think they’re qualified to teach because they’re not an “expert” or super successful yet.
The truth is no matter what level you’re at, you ARE qualified to teach other people, and to be successful in the training business, you DON’T need to be an “expert.”
I explain why in this short video (a sneak peek of my upcoming class, Teach And Get Rich):
You don't need to be an expert on a topic to teach it. No matter what level you’re at, you ARE qualified to teach/train other people — and make a lot of money doing it! Share on XIf You Know How To Do Something, You Can Teach Other People To Do It Too
So if you found a great way to lose 20 pounds you can teach others how you lost 20 pounds…
Or if you made $50,000 profit on a real estate deal, you can teach others exactly how you did that so they can model your success and hopefully have it as well..
The truth is, anyone can teach. You already have what it takes to go up on stage or do online trainings, form connections with your audience, and change people’s lives.
The biggest opportunity here is figuring out WHAT to teach.
And that’s where we see a big problem…
Not sure what you could teach?
Here’s a FREE worksheet to help you discover what topics you can teach or train!
OR…
Try these 5 exercises below that have worked for me and hundreds of my students to figure out what you are truly qualified to teach!
5 Simple Exercises To Prove That You’re Qualified to Teach What You Know And Love
1. Identify Your Natural Talents
Is there anything that seems to come easily and naturally to you? A skill that’s made others sit up and say, “Wow, how do you do that?”
Maybe you have a natural artistic talent. Maybe you’re a math genius. Or maybe you’re just naturally good at something that others aren’t for example, networking or meeting other people.
I know that this might be a challenge for some of you, but here’s what I want you to do:
Make a list of all the things you’re naturally good at. Really think about it. Resist the temptation to downplay your abilities – I know sometimes it’s easy to say to yourself, “Well this comes so easily to me, I don’t think it’s a skill.” Remember, not everyone finds what you do as easy as you do!
2. Look At The Skills and knowledge Others Have Passed On To You
Think back on your life — do you have memories of family, relatives, or friends teaching you anything in particular?
It could be as simple as your mom or dad teaching you to change the tire on your first car… or as complex as learning the family business. Again, write these down in a list.
These learnings are an opportunity to pass on the same knowledge and skills to other people. If you had a great teacher, model their approach. If you wish someone had taught you a little differently, improve on it and make corrections – then pass it on to your students.
3. Leverage Any Of Your Formal Training & Experience
Do you have any formal education or credentials? You don’t have to become a professor to teach what you’ve learned from your higher education. There are plenty of people out there who don’t have the time or money to get a formal degree – but who are hungry to learn.
The best part is that teaching these “formal” topics doesn’t have to be stuffy and boring. Training professionally gives you the opportunity to pass on knowledge your own way – authentically with your own personality and approach.
Again, the goal here is just to make a list of possible topics you could teach so you can see what’s out there.
4. Identify Your Personal Interests & Passions
Teaching something doesn’t have to come from professional knowledge or formal training. You can simply teach based on what you LOVE doing!
Do you love playing the guitar? Do you paint in your free time? Are you a snowboarding fanatic?
Think about your hobbies and what someone just getting started would need to know – and just like that, you’ve already got ideas for your very first training.
5. Think About Your Specialized Knowledge
Is there something you’re good at that not many people know how to do?
For example, have you developed a system to learn a new language in 60 days or…
Have you be able to get extremely healthy and enhance your performance at work based on a specific diet you’ve put yourself on.
Is there anything you’ve done for years and years? Is there anything you’ve become really good at that others struggle with?
It could be anything. And if you’ve already gone through the other exercises, chances are you have a lot of possibilities already.
Having trouble figuring out what you can teach or train others for side income or as a business?
Get your FREE worksheet here to discover what topics you can teach or train!
So Now You Know WHAT You Want To Teach… What Next?
By now you should have an idea (or a better idea) of what topics you can teach – and if you’ve been nervous about teaching, hopefully seeing all the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the table laid out in front of you just goes to show how “qualified” you really are!
Of course, knowing what you want to teach is one thing. Knowing HOW to use your training to create wealth and success is a completely different thing. And ultimately, that’s what we’re all looking for here – yes, or yes?
So to help you with this I created a brand new and free web class called:
Teach And Get Rich:
“How To Make $100,000 Or More In A Single Weekend Teaching What You Know And Love”
In this brand new, free class, I’ll be giving you the secrets I’ve used to teach thousands of people across the globe, make millions and millions of dollars and build one of the world’s largest training company.
Here’s just some of what you’ll learn in your class:
- How to become a world-class trainer and confident speaker …
- The exact strategy that small businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs, coaches, and authors use to double and triple their business revenue every year…
- 9 critical (but super simple) secrets that turn a beginner speaker into a pro speaker…
And much, much more!
This web class is absolutely FREE to attend!
Click here to register and select a date and time that works best for you. See you there!
Do you have an idea (or a better idea) of what topics, skills, knowledge or experiences you can teach so you can double or even triple your business and income?
If so, leave a comment below! I’d love to hear about any discoveries you’ve had from this simple exercise.
For Your Freedom,
You are AWESOME!! Im in! Thanks and namaste!
You are awesome.. T Harv Eker.. I have registered for this and suggested my friends and colleagues too.. thank u for changing my life.
I have been a Teacher, Instructor/Trainer, in many different fields, such as Retail, Non-Profits (ARC) American Red Cross and YMCA’s; 10 Pin Bowling; Sports Official and trainer of Sports Officials; Swimming Instructor/Trainer, and so much more.
I have done some Public Speaking over the years and am comfortable in front of an audience. I have performed.before the State Convention of 700 women at the American Legion Auxillary. I have been a (NSO) National Service Officer with ‘AMVETS’ Veterans Organization, on a National Van, traveling the country in a Motor Home, submitting Vet Claims and was on TV and RADIO.
So much experience over my 70+ years of life.
I have no doubt I can be a successful Trainer, as I have done that off and on since I 20 years old. I still do that today, even though retired.
I hope this gives you a good idea about me and why I’m confident in becoming a ‘Successful Trainer’
Ted Wacholtz
Boothbay
Thank you, Harv! I have been a professional teacher for 20+ years, but I want to start my own business in different field and I will appreciate your guidance.
Star a network marketing business, you can use teaching skills thier
Is this a webcast or in person event?
Its a web class Tony!
Porfavor podrian sutitularla al español .gracias
Keep one other rule in mind: You only know it, when you do it!
The number one rule for successful coaches and trainers is that they already have the results, which other people want to have. Why would you listen to a random person about financial advice? Pick a self-made millionaire who did it from scratch.
This is why T Harv has a lot more credibility compared with Jesse. But no worries, because Jesse will come soon. Never the less, the struggle of Harv was much different compared to Jesse’s.
So first create your own results by mastering a skill and be your own testimonial. If you don’t, you will always miss a little piece of information. 92% of the people are failing longterm on their diets. Not because the info is not good, but because the most teachers and trainers don’t know how to go from real fat to really fit.
What about my credibility? I have found my way up from 100k debt and a max income of 2k per month to over 20k per month and paying off the 100k in less than 3 years. Now I am training to run a marathon under 3hours from scratch with just 6 months of training. Will I make it? Maybe. At least I will come close and master my body and habits 🙂
I truly look forward to this Harv. I have two Masters Degrees and have been a Disability Advocate for more than nearly 40 years, (when not in school). I have other skills as well, however, as you point out, I’m far from alone. This will be great!!!
(As of yet, there has been no confirmation email sent to me. I checked spam as well. There probably will be one later today.)
Hey Harv
Can’t wait to listen to your teaching. I dream of being a visiting Professor internationally and talk about what I love and know. Now you say I can do that and make money while travelling and making new friends! Why wouldn’t I want to listen more as this is what my dream has been? I really thought I have to be a PhD. You got me at teaching others!!.
Diversifying until i lost focus on any one thing has been my story. I searched my heart and found that of all the things i did the only one i made from scratch into existence was making and patenting footwear. For the last three months i ceased looking for jobs(survival) and have concentrated on building up this business.
The diversification came from listening to many voices from childhood to adulthood. Especially relatives insisted i should become what they wanted.
I thank God i was able to clear my mind.
Harv keep doing the good job.
bueno enseñar es una de mis fuertes pero lo que no eh aprendido es a ganar demasiado dinero, claro que si me gustaría hacerlo seria genial, claro que me gustaría aprender y como hacerlo..gracias
Harv, can we have a replay link to the class? seems the button is closed. We are always following you here in Uganda East Africa.
Nicholas,
This class is not available at the moment. Please follow Harv’s FB page so you do not miss the next one! 🙂
Thanks a lot, it all is just great about your programs and teachings, I honestly have to say that they have reshaped my life and income, I´m a christian and seriously believe that God is using you to bless me, and I wish you, your family and all your business and projects the best of success. God bless your team too.
Soy un adulto mayor de 79 años. Siempre me gusto la musica. Nunca fui a un conservatorio o una escuela de musica para profesionalizarme. Acompaño con guitara. Ahora toco violon en conjunto de cuerdas. Tambien toque la marimba. Tengo una laptop donde subo videos pero lo que me pagan esta repartidos con mi maestro de videos. Quiero independizarme. Cuales son mis posibilidades de superar financieramente. Atentamente.
Thanks a ton Mr. T Harv Eker, I assure that I would follow what you are preaching and add value to others and me. Thanks for sharing..Go bless
Thank you Esteemed Harveker for this opportunity..
It will be great to start impacting lives around the world.
Harv,
I´ve been influenced by your charisma and teachings in London. During that event, you have shifted my mind from an employee to a business owner.
Back in days poor and broke.
Fast forward. Running a digital marketing agency, solving marketing problems for businesses and managing their social media. On the weekends teaching small groups marketing and social media tips and tricks.
Thank you. for your work!
Stan