The most uncomfortable part of teaching is asking for money. It doesn't have to be. Here's how to switch to automated billing without upsetting your clients.
1. Frame it as a Benefit for Them
"We're switching to a new system so you don't have to worry about remembering checks every month."
2. Use "Tuition" instead of "Lesson Fees"
Move from "paying per lesson" to a flat monthly tuition. This stabilizes your income and simplifies their budgeting.
Conclusion
Automation isn't impersonal; it's professional. It sets boundaries and ensures you are treated like the business you are.