# Start a tutoring business

URL: https://gocutline.com/playbooks/start-a-tutoring-business/

Start a tutoring business: If you got good grades in a subject, someone a few years behind you will pay to get them too. 1) Choose one subject and one level you got top marks in. 2) Decide on the format: online, at the library or at their home. 3) Set a price per hour and offer a package of five sessions.

## The steps
1. Choose one subject and one level you got top marks in.
2. Decide on the format: online, at the library or at their home.
3. Set a price per hour and offer a package of five sessions.
4. Tell teachers, former classmates and local parents' groups what you do.
5. Plan each session around one problem they are stuck on, and send a short summary to the parent afterwards.
6. Ask for a referral after the first good test result.

## Your first move in Cutline
Block 45 minutes today to write your offer and send it to 10 parents or past teachers.

## Copy this
> Hi, I tutor [subject] for [level]. I got [grade] myself, and it is [price] an hour, online or in person. Can I help [name] before the next test?

## Make it a block
[Add it to your week in Cutline](https://app.gocutline.com/?plan=Start%20a%20tutoring%20business%2045%20min%20on%20Monday%20at%209): one click and the time is blocked.

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Cutline: Cutline is a weekly calendar and planner that turns time blocks into XP, levels and streaks. You plan your week in blocks, tick each one off when it is done, and see your progress on a social feed (the Floor) and a weekly leaderboard (the Arena). Planning and budgeting are free; paid plans add a badge, posting, messaging, shared calendars and lower selling fees, from $9 a month. Pro is free to try for 7 days.
Facts: https://gocutline.com/facts/ · Updated 2026-11-06