What exactly is WhatsApp Micro Teaching? It simply means teaching short lessons on a specific topic through WhatsApp groups, channels or broadcasts — using text, voice notes, images, short videos, or even screen recordings. It’s not a big online course nor a long Zoom class. It’s just small, bite-sized lessons shared over a few days, delivered through WhatsApp.
You pick something you know — like makeup, writing, baking, CV writing, skincare, speaking English fluently, money mindset, or even “how to use Canva” — and you teach it simply using WhatsApp. No stress. No capital. No software. Just your phone, your knowledge, and a group of learners.
Now let’s talk about why it works so well on WhatsApp.
- WhatsApp is where people already are. They don’t have to learn anything new. No website. No registration. Just join the group.
- People love convenience. With WhatsApp, they can learn while cooking, lying in bed, or taking work breaks. That comfort makes it easier for them to join and stay.
- Teaching in small bits feels easier. People are tired of long, boring lectures. WhatsApp micro teaching is simple, fast, and more engaging.
So instead of stressing about creating a full-blown online course or YouTube channel, you can start small, teach simply, and earn steadily — right inside WhatsApp.
How to Start a WhatsApp Micro Teaching Business
STEP 1: Pick a Topic You Can Teach in 3–5 Days
This is the “micro” part. You’re not trying to teach a whole university course. You’re teaching something specific that gives a result fast.
Some great examples:
- “How to create a professional CV that gets interviews”
- “How to grow beautiful natural hair with DIY routines”
- “How to design social media flyers with Canva in 3 days”
- “How to start a mini importation business”
- “How to speak English more confidently”
- “How to bake banana bread at home and sell it”
- “How to start affiliate marketing from scratch”
- “How to sell anything online using WhatsApp”
The key is to focus on one topic, one problem, and one transformation. It makes people more likely to join.
If you’re not sure what to teach, ask yourself:
- What do people come to me for?
- What skill do I have that others need?
- What have I done that someone else would love to learn?
You don’t need to be a guru. Just know more than the average person, and explain things clearly.
STEP 2: Plan Your 3–5 Day Content
Let’s say you want to teach “How to create a professional CV.” Your plan can look like this:
- Day 1: Introduction + common CV mistakes
- Day 2: Layout and formatting (with example)
- Day 3: Writing powerful career summaries and experience
- Day 4: How to tailor CVs for each job
- Day 5: Live review or Q&A + upsell to personal CV review service
Each lesson can be:
- Text + sample screenshots
- Voice notes (explaining with examples)
- Short videos (screen recording if you’re teaching design or phone skills)
- PDF or infographics
Keep it short and practical. 15–30 minutes max per day. The more direct and easy to follow, the better.
STEP 3: Set Up Your WhatsApp Group or Channel
For teaching, a WhatsApp group works best because:
- People can ask questions.
- You can drop tasks or assignments.
- It feels like a class.
But if you prefer less stress, you can use a WhatsApp Channel and just drop your content daily.
You can also use a broadcast list if you want a 1-on-1 feel. But you’ll have to make sure everyone saves your number first.
Give your group or channel a name that sounds appealing:
- “The Money-Making Writing Class”
- “CV That Gets You Hired”
- “Learn Canva in 3 Days”
- “The 5-Day Skincare Masterclass”
And then set the group to “Only admins can send messages” during teaching time, so you don’t get distracted by too many chats.
STEP 4: Start Posting Your Micro Lessons
Each day, drop your lesson at a fixed time (e.g., 7PM). People love structure.
Follow this format:
- Recap of previous day
- Lesson of the day (text, voice, video, or combo)
- Simple assignment or task
- Motivating words to keep them engaged
- Reminder of the next day’s lesson
This builds rhythm and trust. Even if you’re teaching for free, they’ll start seeing you as an expert. That trust makes it easier to monetize later.
How to Monetize Your WhatsApp Micro Teaching Business
There are many ways to make money from WhatsApp micro teaching. You can combine several of them too.
- Charge a Small Fee to Join
Even if it’s just ₦1,000 – ₦3,000, many people are willing to pay to join a WhatsApp class if the topic is interesting and they believe they’ll learn something useful. This small fee adds up fast.
If you get just 50 people to pay ₦2,000 to join a 3-day Canva class, that’s ₦100,000 from your phone. No stress.
- Free Class with Paid Upsell
This is where you teach a free class, then offer something extra for a price at the end. For example:
- Free 3-day “How to Write a CV” class → Then offer a ₦5,000 paid service to design and review their CV
- Free class on makeup basics → Then offer a ₦3,000 PDF on 10 secret makeup hacks + product recommendations
- Free 5-day business idea class → Then upsell your ₦10,000 private coaching group
People will buy because they’ve tasted your value for free and trust you.
- Sell Digital Products
After your class, offer:
- Ebooks
- PDF templates
- Cheat sheets
- Video bundles
For example:
- “10 Canva Templates for Instagram Posts – ₦2,500”
- “30 Sample CVs for Different Jobs – ₦3,000”
- “Step-by-step mini importation guide – ₦4,000”
These are one-time creations, but they sell over and over again.
- Affiliate Sales
You can promote someone else’s course, tool, or product during your teaching and earn a commission.
For example:
- While teaching “How to design with Canva,” you can say:
“If you want 50 extra templates to make your work easier, I recommend this pack. It’s only ₦4,000. You’ll love it.”
You drop your affiliate link. When they buy, you earn. No stress.
- Private Coaching and Group Mentorship
Once people like your teaching style, you can offer them:
- One-on-one coaching (e.g., ₦5k for 1 hour session)
- Monthly mentorship group (₦10k/month)
- Personalized support (₦3k/week for DMs and help)
This makes you money consistently — and helps you build a tribe.
How to Promote Your WhatsApp Micro Teaching Business
You’ve got your idea. You’ve got your content. Now you need people to join your class.
Here’s how to fill your WhatsApp micro teaching group fast:
- Use WhatsApp Status Like a Billboard
This is your personal billboard.
Start teasing the class 3–5 days before it begins:
- Post quotes about the topic
- Ask questions like “Would you like to learn Canva in 3 days?”
- Drop countdowns (“3 days to go!”)
- Show past student results (if you have)
- Use voice notes and short videos to build excitement
Then post your link or say “Reply ‘ADD ME’ if you’re interested.”
- Facebook Groups and Telegram Channels
Join groups related to your topic and drop valuable posts with a soft CTA. For example:
“A lot of people don’t know how to write job-winning CVs. I’m hosting a 3-day free WhatsApp class to help. If interested, drop your WhatsApp number or message me.”
Just don’t spam. Provide value.
- Referrals
Tell people:
“If this class helped you, invite 3 friends. Let’s spread the knowledge.”
You can even run a giveaway:
“Refer 5 people and win a free one-on-one session with me.”
It’s free promotion and builds trust.
- Partner with Influencers or Friends with Large Contact Lists
Find people who have WhatsApp influence and ask them to post:
“My friend is hosting a 5-day WhatsApp class on ‘Skincare for Beginners.’ It’s free and worth it. Message her to join.”
Some will post for free. Others may charge small — and it’s worth it if it brings serious leads.
In conclusion, WhatsApp Micro Teaching is the perfect business for: People who are not into selling, who are not yet tech-savvy, and who just want to teach and earn from what they know. You don’t need capital, a laptop or office. You just need a phone, WhatsApp, and knowledge someone is looking for.
