The Dr. Will Show Podcast

Dr. Sandra Colton-Medici is an author, educator, and artist. Her work has been featured by LinkedIn News, Flaunt Magazine, L.A. Parent, Backstage, Bustle, Inside Fitness, and more. Her latest book release, Passion P.I.P.E.L.I.N.E., hit #1 on Amazon’s New Release List for One-Hour Self-Help Short Reads on its debut date, September 1, 2020 (Book 1 of the Passion Book Series). Her weekly podcast, Sweet Bytes with Sandra, has become a favorite stomping ground for industry executives and business leaders featuring guests from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences, FOX Sports, Revelation, Bedside Reading, and more. 

Sandra is the Founder and CEO of College of Style, a design-led content marketing company focused on helping female entrepreneurs design unforgettable brands. College of Style provides online workshops, events, and a private online community to help small business owners further establish their brands. Sandra is a style and strategy expert and produced the 2021 Template Design Summit, the 2021 Style Symposium, and this Fall 2021, will launch Styled To The Nines®, an online program that elevates the design and brand messaging for businesses on social media. Sandra works 1:1 with brands and also created the INSIDER Membership for ongoing training and support for entrepreneurs.

Sandra holds a Doctor of Education, with a specific emphasis on Organizational Change & Leadership, from the University of Southern California. Her doctoral dissertation explored e-commerce marketing strategies and methods used to target online consumers. Sandra's background includes teaching as a Lecturer of Dance Studies at USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance. Her latest work is a curation of moving images that demonstrate how dance impacts pop culture on DanceAndPopCulture.com. Sandra will be debuting her first children’s book in Summer 2022.

Sandra's academic achievements include a Doctor of Education (USC, 2019), Master's Degree in Communication Management (USC, 2015), Bachelor's Degree in Sociology (University of Oregon, 2000), and VOGUE Fashion Certificate (Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design, 2014) in London, UK.

Sandra appeared on Lifetime's hit show Dance Moms, was a top finalist on Season 1 of FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance, has performed on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno singing backup for both Paulina Rubio and Katharine McPhee, toured dancing backup for Rhianna, and danced in music videos for Snoop Dogg, Justin Timberlake, Chelo, The Game, Katharine McPhee, Raphael Saadiq, Marie Serenholt, Cascada and Too Short. Her resume also includes performing as a Laker Girl (2002-2003), as a dancer for Beyoncé’s film, Black is King, and as an actor, in The Day The Earth Stood Still, commercials for Fruit of the Loom, Subway, Nationwide Insurance as well as publishing/editing magazines, books, and articles on dance.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

A teacher first and foremost, Natalie is currently the Assessment Lead at Calgary Academy, a K-12 special education school in Alberta, Canada. She is also the host of the EduCrush podcast that features inspiring educators, innovators, leaders and activists who are reimagining education.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Dr. Dayna Laur is a veteran high school social studies teacher and career academy coordinator. For fourteen years, she taught Advanced Placement U.S. government, U.S. history, global studies, and law and engaged in extensive co-teaching experiences in a special education setting. Dayna holds a B.A. in History from Virginia Tech, an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.S. in 21st Century Teaching and Learning from Wilkes University, and an Ed.D. in instructional systems design and technology from Sam Houston State University. She is a two-time National Board for Professional Teaching Standards certified teacher. 

During her teaching tenure, Dayna worked closely with the Classrooms for the Future initiative in Pennsylvania, presenting to teachers, instructional technology coaches, administrators, and higher education faculty members on ways in integrate project-based learning in a technology-rich classroom environment. She frequently keynoted events and served as a model teacher to the 500 school districts in the Commonwealth. She was a featured model teacher for Authentic Based Classroom Instruction as produced by the National Institute for Professional Practice. Edutopia also featured Dayna as a model teacher for Interdisciplinary PBL in their Schools That Work Series. During her high school teaching career, Dayna won numerous awards from national organizations and Pennsylvania.

Upon leaving the brick-and-mortar classroom, Dayna consulted for several leading national organizations including the Buck Institute for Education and Partnership for 21st- Century Skills. In 2014, Dayna, and Dr. Tim Kubik, founded Project ARC to facilitate partnerships between teachers and technical experts in developing a learning ecosystem that engages learners in authentic project learning experiences (APLEs). At Project ARC, Dayna strives to empower educators and their learners by implementing APLEs, a topic she pioneered in her 2013 book, “Authentic Learning Experiences: A Real-World Approach to PBL” and followed up with more detailed PreK-3, 4-8, and 9-12 versions of the text. You can learn more about Dayna and Project ARC here. 

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Erica began her career in education over 15 years ago by substitute teaching as she worked through college. After she obtained her B.S., Erica took a job in Public Relations as the Customer Service Manager managing the customer experience. Due to a downturn in the economy, Erica found herself searching for a job due to downsizing, which led Erica back to the classroom as a substitute teacher as a temporary means to support her family. Through that second experience in the classroom, Erica found her love and passion for education and has not looked back.

Throughout her tenure in education, Erica has been a classroom teacher, instructional specialist, teacher mentor, and Director of Literacy. Through those experiences, Erica realized that she not only had a love for teaching children, but she also had a passion for helping other educators realize their full potential. Erica left the traditional classroom setting in 2017 to begin consulting full-time. Throughout this time, Erica has had the opportunity to work with educators across the country. Erica has provided professional development in Rigorous and Relevant Instruction, Trauma-Informed Practices, Addressing the S.E.L. Needs of Students, Equitable Instructional Practices, and How to Use Data to Inform Practice. Erica has also given Keynote presentations on Acting for Impact, Addressing the S.E.L. Needs of Students, and Equity in Education for schools and organizations around the country.  

Erica holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications from Tennessee State University, a M.A.T. from Trevecca Nazarene University, and a Masters in Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University.

Erica has written and published an adolescent self-discovery book titled, Who Are You? A Guide to Help Adolescents Navigate Through the Social and Emotional Issues of Life.  Middle and high schools throughout the country are using Who Are You to cultivate authentic relationships within their schools.

Erica currently consults full-time with schools and school districts throughout the country.  She provides services that focus on teaching and learning, cultivating relationships by addressing students' SEL needs, strategic planning, and customized services based on the organization's needs.

She has presented at some of the most prominent educational conferences such as Model Schools, AMLE, and Beyond School Hours.  Erica has shared her expertise on countless podcasts, conducted radio and television interviews, and was featured in The New York Times.  

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Julie Schniers is a speaker, consultant, and coach who focuses on helping others grow in the realm of relationship building and goal setting. For thirteen years Julie spent her time as a high school speech and debate coach molding and shaping leaders to be world changers. By understanding the importance of focusing on what matters most…RELATIONSHIPS. She believes that relationships change everything…in classrooms, in business, in life! And that’s why she has dedicated to helping others grow through the power of flipping our focus to relationships first.

Julie shares this question, “What IF you just haven’t been getting the results you hoped for because your focus is backwards? What IF you could make your audience want to learn, want to listen, want to contribute…just by shifting your focus? I want to change the way we approach everything! My goal is to motivate you, your team, your company, and your school to grow in new ways. I want us all to look through the lens of building relationships to get results. I know that can be hard to do, but I can help! In a world where we can learn almost anything online, we have got to focus on connecting. It is time that we make these hard parts, our heart parts.”

For more information check out Julie by visiting her website, www.julieschniers.com

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

After completing her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma, Erin began her career as a public school teacher in Norman Public Schools. Over the past 18 years, she has served in a variety of roles across the educational field including serving as an instructional coach focusing on virtual classrooms, as a middle school principal, and as the head of learning design for an Ed. Tech. company. In 2014, Erin completed her master's of education in Instructional technology and educational leadership from Sam Houston State University. After completing her master's, she started her own business called Bloom Online Design that focuses on helping schools create engaging and effective virtual learning environments. Erin is the director of the Edupreneur Academy that provides support for innovative school start-up models.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Erica Jordan-Thomas’ commitment to equity is grounded in her educational experiences that prove all students can be successful when given the resources aligned to their unique needs. As a product of public schools, it was the equity leadership of her teachers that inspired her to follow in their footsteps. Erica’s career in education began as a Teach For America corps member teaching high school math in Charlotte, North Carolina. Inspired to create change at a broader scale, she worked as an instructional coach for Teach For America.

Believing in the power of strong building leadership, Erica went on to join the 11th cohort of New Leaders, a principal preparation program focused on developing school leaders for turnaround settings. After completing a principal residency, she served as an assistant principal and middle school principal in Charlotte, North Carolina. Under her leadership as principal, she implemented equitable practices such as restorative practices, school-wide implementation of the International Baccalaureate program, and an extended day high school credit program that increased high school credit options. Consequently, her school grew to be ranked #2 out of 43 middle schools in the district for their growth in English language arts and #3 in the district for their growth in science. 

In May 2021, Erica graduated with her doctorate in education leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education. Erica focused her doctoral studies on education entrepreneurship, racial equity leadership, and system-level strategy that empowers school principals to effectively lead schools our students deserve. She is the Founder & Owner of two businesses, EJT Consulting LLC, a consulting business focused on providing school leaders with quality learning experiences, and Get LaunchED Consulting™️, a business development program helping educators launch their own consulting business for impact. 

Erica is a native of Columbus, Ohio and proud alumna of The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s in Textiles and Clothing. She holds a Master’s degree in Instructional Leadership from Relay Graduate School of Education. Erica received the New Leader Award from the College of Education and Human Ecology at her alma mater, The Ohio State University. She currently serves as board chair of The Collective National Advisory Board, Teach For America’s Alumni of Color Association.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Jaye Espy specializes in Diversity Partnerships in education — specifically helping students connect, access, and prepare for industry. As Founder and Principal of 353, LLC, her work with diverse corporate, education, and non-profit clients has focused on issues that impact the education ecosystem.

As an experienced strategic thought partner who has worked as an implementation specialist across the education spectrum, Jaye has managed complex projects to improve P16 education systems across the United States. She started Mississippi’s first virtual public school in 2002 through a U.S. Department of Education grant and was also a part of the founding team to launch washingtonpost.com in 1995. 

Jaye’s current work covers a wide range of education areas across equity and access, workforce development, and partnership opportunities for schools, teachers, and students at Stride Learning, an online learning service. 

Jaye’s portfolio also includes consulting with Codehouse, a non-profit that aims to tackle the diversity gap in technology and Black Tech Ventures, a company that empowers the next generation of black student innovators to become tech entrepreneurs. 

Jaye formerly served as chief of staff for the White House Initiatives on HBCUs for the Obama Administration where she led collaborative partnership teams across federal, corporate, and post-secondary institutions to improve opportunities for students and faculty, especially in computer science. She was also a special assistant in the Office of the Deputy Secretary. She also worked with UNCF, College Board, Association Montessori International, Mississippi Department of Education, Accenture, and Deloitte. 

Jaye has degrees from Howard University and the University of Mississippi and is extremely active in politics in her home state of Mississippi and as a Maryland resident.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Ashley Ameen is an educator who is committed to pushing literacy in every classroom and home. Her purpose is to cultivate scholars to use literacy and be empowered to make their dreams become reality while being productive citizens. 

Ashley has spent over 10 years in educational instruction and administration. She has earned a BA in English Literature and a MA in Teaching and Learning in the Content area of English. She also holds an Ed.S in Teacher Leadership and is currently a Doctoral candidate in Reading and Literacy. Ashley is dedicated to empowering students to Liberate Literacy by growing into confident readers, writers, and speakers.

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Michelle M. Jacob is a member of the Yakama Nation and is Professor of Indigenous Studies and Co-Director of the Sapsik’ʷałá Program in the Department of Education Studies at the University of Oregon (UO). She also serves as Affiliated Faculty in the Department of Indigenous, Race, and Ethnic Studies and in the Environmental Studies Program. Michelle engages in scholarly and activist work that seeks to understand and work toward a holistic sense of health and well-being within Indigenous communities and among allies who wish to engage in decolonization. Michelle has published six books and has numerous articles published in social science, education, and health science research journals, and grants from the U.S. Department of Education, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the National Science Foundation. Her research areas of interest include: Indigenous methodologies, spirituality, health, education, Native feminisms, and decolonization. Dr. Jacob founded Anahuy Mentoring, LLC to support her vision of sharing Indigenous methodologies with a broad audience of professionals through her books, professional development, coaching, and consultation; in her work, Michelle uses Indigenous methods to help clients achieve success in work and life. Michelle offers the popular The Auntie Way Writing Retreats to support writers in boosting their productivity and honoring kindness, fierceness, and creativity in their writing practice. You may contact Dr. Jacob through her website: https://anahuymentoring.com

You’ve spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it’s time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn’t just another book; it’s the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.

I wrote this book because I’ve been where you are. I know what it’s like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout
✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)
✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful
✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnerships

Whether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.

Grab your copy today and take control of your future.

Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will