Introduction
1. Ten Benefits of Teaching Guitar
2. Six Myths About Teaching Guitar EXPOSED!
3. Prerequisites
4. Creating the Right Mindset for Success
5. Introducing the “Three Legged Stool”
LEG #1: Being a Musician
6. Are You Ready To Be a Guitar Teacher?
7. Key Musical Skills, Part 1
8. Key Musical Skills, Part 2
9. Staying One Step Ahead of Your Students
LEG #2: Being a Teacher
10. Getting Your Feet Wet
11. The Art of Pedagogy: Developing Your Teaching Skills
12. Varieties of Students
13. How To Be More Than Just an Instructor
14. A Typical Guitar Lesson
15. Teaching Beginners, Non-Beginners & Children
16. How to Use Songs In Your Lessons
17. Setting Goals for Your Students
18. Teaching Your Students How to Practice Effectively
19. How to Teach Key Concepts
20. Teaching Resources: Method Books & Websites
21. Developing Your Curriculum
22. Retaining Students
LEG #3: Being a Business Owner
23. Teaching at a Music Store Versus Starting Your Own Business
24. Creating Your Teaching Space
25. Setting Fees & Collecting Payment
26. Scheduling Lessons
27. Establishing Your Studio’s Policies
28. Record Keeping
29. Marketing – The Basics
30. Online Marketing
31. Attracting Students: Word-Of-Mouth Referrals
32. Attracting Students: Traditional & Guerrilla Marketing
Conclusion/Next Steps
APPENDIX 1: Online Resources By Chapter
APPENDIX 2: 90-Day Action Plan