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Building Clara James Tutoring - step by accidental step

Dawn Strachan

Published on: 29/10/2026

In 2012 a friend suggested I had a go at tutoring. I had no idea of the expectations but put everything from my experience, qualifications and expectations into a metaphorical bucket and hoped I was on the right lines

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Stepping outside your comfort zone

Dawn Strachan

Published on: 01/09/2026

26 years ago I plucked up the courage to ask if I could volunteer in a local playgroup. Then from there my confidence grew and today I own a tutoring company which we are rolling out across the UK. I have achieved it by slowly pushing my self further

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Why Setting Boundaries Makes You a Better Tutor

Dawn Strachan

Published on: 26/08/2026

When we first start tutoring, we often find our selves saying yes to everything. One more lesson. One more family. One more evening. Just one more... But over time, without clear boundaries, the business starts to take over our lives

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If you want to become a tutor, you don't have to listen to the voices in your head

Dawn Strachan

Published on: 19/08/2026

When I first started tutoring I had so many fears. For years I dreaded going to new families because I thought they would be the ones to declare I was awful at this. Now I have 14 tutors working with me and I am franchising it. Believe in yourself...

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