Break The Odds

Do you have a dream or venture that you want to pursue and want to know how to present the idea to your spouse to get them on board?

Do you and your spouse both have a business idea that you want to pursue together? 

Are you and your spouse simply busy and need some tips to maintain a healthy marriage?

 

Friend, you’re in the right place because today’s guests share how to break the odds in your marriage. Even if you are not married or not in a relationship, this episode can still be applied to help you break the odds with any dynamic—in your personal or professional life!

 

Back with us today are Jonathan and Brittany Burke—Founder and CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of Innovation Learning Academy.

 

If you listened to their last episode on the show, you may have noticed that not only do Jonathan and Brittany serve as Founder and CFO of Innovation Learning Academy, but they are also married to each other!

 

So we HAD to have them dive deeper into that dynamic and share how they are able to work together and maintain a healthy marriage!

 

Here’s more from their conversation with our host, Elease Dillard. Press play to listen.

 

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Jonathan Burke is the Founder of Innovation Learning Academy. He has over 10 years of experience as an educator—including as an Education Services Coordinator, TNTP Education Fellow, Title 1 school teacher, Learning and Instruction Specialist, and a school Administrator.

 

Brittany Burke has a Master’s degree in Accounting and serves as the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of Innovation Learning Academy. Prior to serving as the CFO of Innovation Learning Academy, Brittany had a career in marketing and worked for companies such as Cartoon Network and TNT.

 

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To celebrate World Teacher’s Day, this week's episode features an educator and his wife who together are helping families and the community break the odds with education.

 

Whether you are a teacher in need of some tips, a parent who needs guidance for how to make digital learning a smooth experience for your child, or a student wanting to know how to prepare yourself for college and your career—today’s episode is for you!

 

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Joining us today is Jonathan and Brittany Burke—Founder and CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of Innovation Learning Academy. Both Jonathan and Brittany have a decorated resume, but here is a snippet and more about Innovation Learning Academy:

 

Meet Jonathan Burke:

 

Jonathan Burke is the Founder of Innovation Learning Academy. Jonathan has received a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies from the Metropolitan College of New York. He also earned his Master’s degree in Public Administration from Georgia State University and a Master’s degree in Special Education from Liberty University.

 

Jonathan began his educational career in the New York City School District over 10 years ago as a high school math teacher and Education Services Coordinator for NYC Dept. of Correction inmates ages 16-24 at East River Academy located on Rikers Island. While working with incarcerated youth, Jonathan discovered the inequalities of public education and began to work with various community organizations to help troubled youth and students with learning disabilities by offering tutoring and mentoring services.

 

After being accepted as a TNTP Education Fellow, Jonathan moved to Atlanta and began teaching in Title 1 schools in the Fulton County School District and the Atlanta Public Schools District. Jonathan has taught multiple grade levels and subjects but has always on focused special education services.

 

As a Learning and Instruction Specialist and a school Administrator, Jonathan’s educational experiences have afforded him the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of students to meet the common goal of increasing student achievement and well-being. Jonathan’s educational philosophy is based on his uncompromising belief that all students can learn, given a positive learning environment that focuses on the student’s learning styles, strong and knowledgeable leadership, a committed and focused educational team, an encouraging community, and a supportive family. All of which, Innovation Learning Academy possess.

 

Jonathan currently coaches high school basketball at Tri-Cities High School and AAU basketball for various community teams. In addition, Jonathan is an accomplished musician that has traveled the world. As a result, he provides music lessons and production assistance for students at McEachern High School.

 

Meet Brittany Burke:

 

Brittany Burke has a Master’s degree in Accounting and serves as the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of Innovation Learning Academy. Prior to serving as the CFO of Innovation Learning Academy, Brittany had a career in marketing and worked for companies such as Cartoon Network and TNT.

 

Press play to hear this interview with our host Elease Dillard.

 

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Here at Break The Odds, our community is built on love and positivity where we all celebrate each other's victories along the way. During today’s episode, host Elease Dillard shares a personal victory of her own—her company The Student Navigator has been nominated for a small business award by her local Chamber of Commerce!

 

Elease also shares a message of encouragement and hope. Press play to listen.

 

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Ever wish you could work remotely?

 

Maybe working in a cubicle is not for you.

Maybe childcare is not in the budget.

Maybe you prefer the flexibility working from home brings.

 

Friend, you are in the right place because today’s guest shares how to break the odds at work by revealing how to successfully negotiate working from home—even if no one at your job is working remotely. Yep! That’s right! She also shares some work-life balance tips!

 

Mariya Bentz is the founder of MBM Agency, a digital marketing company that helps service-based businesses grow their revenue through profitable websites. Mariya also hosts the top-rated Marketing Mindset Podcast—an audio show that focuses on marketing, business, and mindset.

 

Mariya’s work has been recognized by iTunes (Top 200 Business Podcasts), Voyage ATL, Fit Small Business, Content Marketing Institute, and more. She is now on a mission to help B2B businesses get creative with their own marketing strategies.

 

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Joining us is Mariya Bentz. Mariya not only broke the odds by turning her side-hustle into a full time career, but also has hired a growing team. Today, she shares with our host Elease Dillard exactly how she did it!

 

Mariya Bentz is the founder of MBM Agency, a digital marketing company that helps service-based businesses grow their revenue through profitable websites. Mariya also hosts the top-rated Marketing Mindset Podcast—an audio show that focuses on marketing, business, and mindset.

 

Mariya’s work has been recognized by iTunes (Top 200 Business Podcasts), Voyage ATL, Fit Small Business, Content Marketing Institute, and more. She is now on a mission to help B2B businesses get creative with their own marketing strategies.

 

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During this week’s episode, we chat about living a life of purpose, legacy, and impact. Press play to listen.

 

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We just want to take a moment and personally say—THANK YOU.

 

What a beautiful whirlwind of a premiere season this has been for the show! But what has made it special, is all of you. Press play to hear some exciting news and updates!

 

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Need an extra $1,000 for college? Today, host Elease Dillard shares a simple strategy that may be right under your nose! Press play to listen.

 

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Today, host Elease Dillard shares the #1 investment you should make. Press play to listen.

 

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Let’s be honest—we’ve all felt fear and self-doubt at some point in our lives. Maybe you are feeling fearful and doubtful about something right now.

 

Maybe you’re feeling fearful of the future.

Maybe you’re feeling doubtful about whether you are good enough or worthy enough.

Maybe you’re feeling afraid of taking that leap of faith to start that new venture that is in your heart to do.

 

Today, host Elease Dillard shares a simple tip that can help you towards overcoming fear and self-doubt. Press play to listen.

 

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