Have you ….
- Opted into ‘Tes updates’ in your preference centre? If not, you may want to do this so that you receive our monthly author handbook, which includes up-to-date guidance on how to utilise Tes tools to get the most out of being an author.
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Taken a look at the user trends section? By keeping an eye on this page/these weekly updates, you can get a grasp on what Tes users are searching for and tailor your resources to ongoing popular topics.
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Completed our short 10 question copyright quiz? By doing this you’ll gain insight into which areas you need to grasp a better understanding of
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Read the Tes author code? Tes resources is a website for the teaching profession. As resource authors and users of Tes, we trust that you will act accordingly.
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Watched the using Tes tools webinar? If you’re seeking some author advice then this webinar with one of our Gold tier authors is a great starting place! You can find this a little further down this page. This is an optional step for the onboarding journey, but it includes fantastic guidance for both new and experienced authors.
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Set up your Tes shop? Your Tes shop will allow you to showcase your resources using your own artwork and personality, while also presenting yourself in a business-like manner.
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Understood how to utilise all the features on your author dashboard?
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Joined our author Facebook community group? Here you can network with fellow Tes authors to share and receive tips and guidance.
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Familiarised yourself with the selling resources and being a Tes author FAQs?
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Made a note of our Customer Service email address, in case you have any further questions? Authors@tes.com
Authors train authors webinar: Using Tes tools with Nichola Lacey.
Find a breakdown of the topics covered in the webinar below:
1:00 - Introduction
2:15 - Pricing resources (+ extra comments on pricing at 9:00)
4:48 - Free resources
6:35 - Creating effective titles for resources
9:50 - Targeting specific markets
10:44 - Creating effective resource descriptions
13:10 - Cover and preview images:
What's the difference?
Best practice
How to add
Video previews
21:38 - Bundles
What are they?
Pricing
How to create
25:05 - Discounts & sales.
26:44 - Q&A
Topics covered in Q&A:
27:26 - Reviews
28:22 - Adding terms and conditions to your resources/licenses
29:52 - Sourcing images for your resources
30:45 - Downloads vs purchases
31:30 - Should you start off by sharing just free resources?
33:10 - Expanding to a US store
34:45 - Seasonal resources
35:53 - Copyright
39:08 - Selling a niche subject
40:52 - Benefit of video previews
Now that you’re onboarded as a Tes author, take a look at the rest of the Author Academy for more advanced information:
Happy resource sharing!