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How the Shanghai tutoring market is changing

A Shanghai education agent on how the international tutoring market is changing and why strong exam results are no longer enough to win the work ...more

Tutoring

July 25, 2026•2 min read

Why Building a Tutoring Business Feels Slow (and Why That's Normal)

Building a tutoring business feels slow because slow isn't stuck. Here's why the quiet stretches are normal and what that unseen work is really building. ...more

Tutoring

July 10, 2026•2 min read

Little Red Book for Tutors: Your Complete Guide to Xiaohongshu in 2026

For most UK tutors, Little Red Book remains a mystery. This guide breaks down exactly what Xiaohongshu is and why it matters for tutors working with Chinese families. ...more

Tutoring

May 14, 2026•18 min read

The Triangle: Why Schools, Tutors and Families Work Better Together

When schools, tutors and families are genuinely connected, international recruitment warms up, retention strengthens and children are better supported. Here's what that triangle looks like in practice... ...more

Tutoring

April 26, 2026•7 min read

The Difference Between £36,000 and £64,800 Isn’t Talent

New Blog Post DescriptionHow much should a tutor charge? A strategic look at the difference between £36,000 and £64,800 per year and how business structure, positioning and pricing shape tutoring inco... ...more

Tutoring

February 18, 2026•5 min read

The Invisible Ceiling Most Women Don’t Know They’re Living Under

A thoughtful essay for tutors building premium, international businesses. Explore how invisible limits shape ambition and what actually changes sustainable growth. ...more

Tutoring

January 17, 2026•5 min read

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