The Dr. Will Show Podcast

Dr. Deana Stevenson is a business and educational consultant that teaches women how to use  their current skillset to position themselves as the go-to authority figure in their industry so  they can confidently launch their premier product or service.  

During a Global Pandemic she set a goal to help 25 women launch their business by the end of  the year and had to quickly change the goal to 50 when she met and exceeded this goal in 60  days.  

As a former physician and elementary principal, she understands the need for women to work  20X harder than men to be successful. What she knows to be true is that women actually have  the capacity to work 100x harder because they are naturally driven to make an impact on the  world.  

Dr. Stevenson enjoys helping female educators use their expertise to launch a business through  her signature course, The Educational Consultant Lab – a 6-week online course to turn  educators into entrepreneurs. She also enjoys encouraging women to pursue their lifelong  vision through her Signature Live Event, Manifest Your Vision.  

When she’s not helping her clients build their empire, she enjoys spending time with her  husband Dr. Bert Stevenson and their two children Michael and Madison. 

Want to connect with Dr. Deana?  

Visit her website: www.docdeanaenterprises.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docdeanaenterprises/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Deana_Stevenson

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/docdeanaenterprises

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/docdeanaenterprises/

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

Jasmyn Wright, a globally-recognized educator, author, and speaker received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Spelman College and her Master’s in education from Christian Brothers University. A Teach for America and Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms alumna, she is the CEO & Founder of The Push Through Organization – a non-profit that uses innovative practices to equip, inspire, educate, and empower individuals to overcome adversity and become change agents. An elementary educator of over 10 years, Jasmyn’s empowering and "out of the box" teaching style has been featured in a global GAP Kids back to school campaign, as well as various national and international media outlets, including The Today Show, NPR News, FOX, NBC, Good Morning America, The International Literacy Association, The Huffington Post, etc. Her push through philosophies have been adapted into adult and K-12 classroom settings across 20 U.S. states and 29 countries. Published by Simon & Schuster, Jasmyn’s affirmational and empowering children’s book, I’m Gonna Push Through!, encourages children to access their power within and use it to overcome challenges. Jasmyn has had the opportunity to deliver two TEDx talks, as well as travel the world, leading keynotes and serving as a consultant to various educational organizations. To find out more about Jasmyn and her work, please visit her website at www.wepushthrough.org and/or www.jasmynwright.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

Amanda K. Edwards is an attorney and native Houstonian with a passion for empowering communities through solutions, engagement, and public service. Amanda currently serves as the President & CEO of The Community Based Solutions Firm, and she is the founder and Board President of Be The Solution: Community Empowerment Organization. Amanda recently concluded her bid for the United States Senate in the Texas Democratic Primary. From 2016-2020, Amanda served as the Houston City Council Member in At-Large Position 4. During her tenure as a City Council Member, Amanda served as Vice-Chair of the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee. She also served on the Economic Development Committee and the Transportation, Technology, and Infrastructure Committee.

While on City Council, Amanda initiated and led the Mayor’s Technology & Innovation Task Force to cultivate a stronger innovation economy in Houston, and now sits on the Houston Exponential Board of Directors. She also led the High Capacity Transit Task Force for the Houston Galveston Area Council Transportation Policy Council. Amanda also launched and led Houston’s Women and Minority-Owned Business Task Force to assist women and minority business owners with gaining access to capital. She also led national efforts to address the future of work. In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Amanda mobilized hundreds of volunteers to render aid to residents in Harvey recovery efforts. Finally, Amanda launched numerous programmatic efforts ranging from an annual senior conference to town halls under her Community Empowerment Signature Series to empower residents to be the solution in their communities.

Amanda attended Eisenhower High School in Aldine ISD. She earned a B.A. in Political Science from Emory University, where she served as president of the undergraduate student body and was later inducted into the Emory University Hall of Fame. While in Atlanta, Amanda gained valuable community building and public policy experience working in community development corporations as a Community Building & Social Change Fellow as well as in the Georgia Legislature.

After graduating from Emory, Amanda worked for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Washington, D.C. Amanda then earned her juris doctor from Harvard Law School. While at Harvard, Amanda served as a Criminal Justice Institute student attorney and was awarded the Elaine Osborne Jacobson Award for serving underserved populations in the healthcare law arena.

Compelled by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Amanda relocated to New Orleans. While in New Orleans, Amanda served as a judicial law clerk for Federal District Court Judge Ivan Lemelle and founded Project NOW: The New Orleans Writing Project, which inspired New Orleans youth to empower themselves and their community through the power of writing.

Amanda returned to Houston with a broadened perspective and interest in impacting her community. Amanda practiced law for years as a municipal finance lawyer, where she solved complex issues relating to tax-exempt bond financings, public-private partnerships, and non-profit organizations. She has practiced law at both Vinson & Elkins LLP and Bracewell LLP.

Amanda has served as President of the Board of Directors for Project Row Houses and on numerous other boards, including the National League of Cities and Texas Lyceum. In addition to her service on the Boards of Directors for Houston Exponential and Be The Solution: Community Empowerment Organization, Amanda serves on the Advisory Council of Accelerator for America. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., as well as the Houston Chapter of The Links, Inc. Amanda is a For(bes) the Culture Contributor and has been featured by multiple media outlets, including ABC, CNN, MSNBC, Fox Business, Essence, Black Enterprise, The Root, The New York Times, NPR, Politico, and The Texas Tribune, among others. While Amanda has received many accolades for her legal and community work, she finds empowering communities to be her greatest reward.

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

Mike Yates works to reinvent the school system. Every single day. THAT is what gets him up in the morning. 

Right now he is the Senior Managing Director of Network Strategies of the TFA Reinvention Lab. I'm looking to find, connect and add value to people doing the real work of school reinvention. 

When Mike is not working in the lab he coaches public speakers, advises education startups, and hosts a podcast called Schoolish. He now has a newsletter called Schoolish: The Newsletter where I am covering all things future of learning! 

Each morning when his four children wake up he looks at his "why" in the face. Each of them is a reminder that this system of education in the US must change to support all kinds of learners with a fire in their eyes and curiosity bubbling around in their minds.

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

Jill Yoshikawa, EdM is meticulous in helping clients navigate all aspects of the educational experience, no matter the level of complexity. A University of California San Diego and Harvard graduate, as well as a former high school teacher, Jill works tirelessly so clients succeed.

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

Tierraney is a New Teacher Coach, Classroom Management, and Virtual Student Engagement Expert. She began her work in education as a Teach for America Corps member serving in title 1 public schools. She sees her work in education as a contribution to the fight for social justice to provide every student regardless of zip code a quality education.

Prior to becoming a teacher, Tierraney, graduated from Agnes Scott College in Atlanta, Georgia with a B.A. in Economics and Organizational Management and a minor in Education. Since then she has earned her M.S.Ed in Elementary Education from Johns Hopkins University.

She is currently pursuing her principals certification through Rice University to become a K-12 Dean of Students to implement the positive school culture and climate that every teacher, student, and community stakeholder deserves.

Tierraney believes that doing what’s best for kids starts by best-supporting teachers. With this mission in mind, she coaches new and aspiring Title I teachers on how to improve academic achievement by increasing their student engagement using classroom management strategies.

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

Jethro Jones, 2017 NASSP Digital Principal of the Year, is a former principal and host of Transformative Principal, where he interviews principals, leaders, and influencers who help improve K-12 education throughout the world. He is also the founder of Transformative Leadership Summit and author of the new book, SchoolX: How principals can design a transformative school experience for students, teachers, parents – and themselves! Available at http://schoolx.me Jethro currently consults schools and districts on redesign efforts that don't seem like another program. Jethro has worked as a principal at all K-12 levels, including a prison school, a district coach, distance learning team lead, and English teacher.

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

Blake Morgan is a leader in customer experience, 2x best-selling author, and keynote speaker. In 2020, she was recognized globally as one of the top 40 female keynote speakers. Her book, The Customer of the Future was recognized by "Business Insider" as one of the top 20 books executives are reading to deal with COVID-19. She is also a guest lecturer at Columbia University, the University of California, San Diego as well as adjunct faculty at the Rutgers executive education MBA program. Blake contributes to Forbes, the Harvard Business Review, and Hemispheres Magazine.

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

Karen Lindsey, Ph.D. is a teacher, learner, leadership consultant, executive career coach,  and keynote speaker. She is called “Dr. K” by many students and has 20 years of corporate communication, higher education, media relations, and business marketing experience. Prior to her current role as a Visiting Lecturer in the Bob  Schieffer College of Communication-Department of Strategic Communication at Texas Christian University (TCU), Karen served as the Associate Director of the TCU Center for Career and Professional Development. 

She is a Wisconsin native who moved to Texas five years ago to become Vice  President of the education sector at Edelman PR in Dallas, after having served as an Associate Vice President at Mississippi College. She has led teams and served as a thought leadership consultant to corporate executives, university presidents, and non-profit leaders across the United States. She was a contracted consultant on behalf  of the U.S. Army-Department of Defense and implemented long-term strategic communication  projects in Washington, D.C., and Wiesbaden, Germany.  

During her corporate career, Karen navigated the advertising, marketing, public relations and media  worlds in leadership positions with the Chicago Tribune, U.S. Bank, WE Energies, and Northwestern  Mutual. In 2015, she was a featured TEDx speaker and in 2020, she was selected to present at South by  Southwest (SXSW). She has written numerous articles for blogs, business journals, and fitness  publications. She is a frequent emcee, podcast guest, corporate workshop facilitator, and motivational  speaker on the topics of Authentic Leadership, Leadership Wellness, Reputation Management, and Strategic Brand Communication.  

She believes in the importance of having a fit mind, body, career, and spirit. She is a nationally  certified StrengthsQuest and Myers-Briggs coach, and a certified group fitness instructor, who still teaches fitness classes in Texas. She has run the Chicago Marathon twice and to date has completed 16 half marathons in various states. She is a woman of faith who enjoys stimulating conversations, iced  coffee, and international travel.  

Karen has been a leader in both corporate and higher education environments offering a unique  perspective. Using her doctoral research as a foundation, Karen is planning to write a book about workplace politics and the experiences of Black women leaders at universities and in corporations. She  cares deeply about intentionally helping college students, career changers, and business/academic leaders gain knowledge that helps them normalize diverse perspectives and become the most authentic  versions of themselves in-person and online. 

Karen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication with an emphasis on Public Relations from the  University of Wisconsin, a Master’s degree in Corporate Communication from Mississippi College,  and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with a focus on Organizational Leadership from  Azusa Pacific University. Her research interests center on the narratives of women of color in  leadership and influences on the formation of their leadership identities in person and on social media. She practices what she preaches and you can follow her on Twitter and Instagram @drklinzy 

Topics for speaking engagements include: Normalizing Black Women Leaders, Social Media, and  Leadership Identity, What Does it Mean to be an Ally? The Unseen Labor of POC in the  Workplace.

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