From Player to Paid Teacher: Build a Purpose-Driven Side Hustle

If you’ve ever wondered how to start teaching guitar, build your own classes, or run community workshops like the ones we do at Calgary Guitar Club — this session is for you.

Over the years, many members have asked how I began teaching, built my teaching career, and what it really takes to turn a musical passion into something sustainable. Instead of repeating these conversations one-on-one, I’m bringing everyone together for a live, interactive workshop where I’ll share the exact steps that worked for me — and open up space for your questions at the end.

This isn’t just about making money. It’s about discovering how to share your gift with purpose, confidence, and structure — so teaching feels natural, rewarding, and aligned with who you are.

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### 🎵 YOU’LL LEARN HOW TO

• Find your first five students — simple, proven ways to attract your first paying students, even without ads or a big following.
• Price and charge confidently — how to set fair lesson rates, collect payments, and communicate your value.
• Build a simple business structure — organize your teaching side hustle so it runs smoothly and sustainably.
• Figure out where and how to teach — from community centers to online lessons, learn the pros, cons, and practical setups for each.
• Decide what to teach — design lessons that fit your students’ levels and goals without overcomplicating it.

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### 💬 ABOUT YOUR HOST

Meg Ozaki is a musician, educator, and business coach who founded Grace Notes Music Academy, a private music school she ran for 10 years, and launched the Calgary Guitar Club, now home to over 1,000 members. Through her company Vita Consulting, Meg helps creative professionals and educators turn their expertise into purpose-driven teaching careers that balance passion, income, and impact.

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### 🌱 WHO THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR

This session is for musicians who feel called to teach with heart.
You don’t need to be a professional instructor — but you should have experience in roles that require patience, empathy, and communication, such as:

• Leadership or mentorship
• Counseling, coaching, or social work
• Teaching, tutoring, or childcare
• Parenting, youth work, or community involvement

If you love music, have the skills/knowledge, enjoy connecting with others, and have the ability to create a safe space for people to learn and grow — you’ll fit right in.

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### 💬 Q&A SESSION INCLUDED

At the end of the workshop, we’ll open the floor for live Q&A, so you can ask anything about starting your teaching path — from finding students and setting rates to building confidence as a new teacher.

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### 🚀 WHY JOIN

This is your chance to take what you already love and share it with others — while building a side hustle that’s both meaningful and sustainable.

✅ Free to join — RSVP now to get your Zoom link.
Bring your curiosity, your notebook, and your questions. Let’s explore how to turn your musical passion into a teaching journey that truly matters.