The Dr. Will Show Podcast

On this episode, I Zoom in Autumn Arnett and chat about the history and future of HBCUs. Autumn A. Arnett is a Washington, D.C.-based journalist and editor, whose work centers around issues of equity and access in education. She presently serves as senior editor for education at U.S. News & World Report, and is the author of Let’s Stop Calling It an Achievement Gap: How public education in the United States maintains disparate experiences for students of color, which will be released by Information Age Publishing in Winter 2018. A former editor of Education Dive, HBCU Digest and Diverse: Issues In Higher Education, Autumn’s work has also appeared in The Atlantic and Complex Magazine. She has moderated and participated in numerous panels around issues of access, opportunities and outcomes for African-American students. In 2014, Autumn founded Out of Bounds Magazine, a publication dedicated to exploring the political, social and economic issues in amateur, collegiate and professional athletics. In her free time, Autumn also serves as a copy editor for the Journal of African American Males in Education and a contributor to the National Association of Black Journalists’ NABJ Journal. She volunteers extensively with K-12 students and serves as a mentor to several college-aged students. Autumn is a graduate of Clark Atlanta University. You can connect with Autumn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/A2Arnett

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Delores Brown and we chat about the importance of being truth to one's self. Once again I had an amazing exchange and I know that you are going to be as inspired by part two of our conversation. Delores has a broad range of experiences and currently serves as The Chief of Staff to the CEO at Broadly, an Oakland based Venture Backed startup. She is also the creative director and co-founder of Agbara Life, a black-owned wearable tech benefits corporation. With a background in Chemistry from the University of Illinois, Delores has transitioned from the sciences into the arts an international fashion consultant, working in Turkey, Bulgaria and Romania. Delores brings her supply chain, project management and scientific background mixed with a creative verve into all her endeavors. Her focus has been on having a positive impact on her community through working with other woman entrepreneurs and through the advocation for STEM and arts education and community outreach while solo-raising her two daughters. Learn more about Agbara Life: www.agbaralife.com/ You can connect with Delores on Twitter: twitter.com/ModeByLo Dr. Will is an Instructional Technologist, Podcaster, and Co-founder/Chief Connector of The Deyamport Group, LLC. Check out the work we're doing at our website: www.tdg.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

On this episode, I Zoom in Xica Henley and we chat about her journey in building an educational consulting company. Xica Henley is a seasoned educator with 14 years of experience. She has taught grades 6-12 serving as a Reading in the Language Arts Instructor, an English Instructor, an AVID Instructor, and a Dean of Instruction. In her teacher leader roles, she has served as a lead teacher, department chair, assessment coordinator, literacy coordinator, dean of instruction, and a student recruitment specialist. In her current role, she is an AP of English. In addition she is a class of 2000 Golden Apple Scholar of Illinois and a Summer 2016 Education Pioneers Fellow. ​ She believes in the power of education and is a lifelong learner. She has earned a BA in English/Secondary Education, a Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies, a Masters in Teacher Leadership, and is currently completing her Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction. As an educator, she realizes that we all affect change in many ways. She's come to understand that powerful instruction is linked to many factors, two of the most important being the availability of quality instructional materials & tools and support around the implementation of those materials. Her ultimate goal as an educator is to affect change through the development and implementation of purposeful, relevant curricula for schools. She aspires to help districts, schools, organizations, school leaders, and teachers create and manage curricula that is accessible to all stakeholders, provide the support necessary to help students meet the standards that they will need in order to be successful in the future, and provide the necessary components to help these students develop into well-rounded individuals. It is her belief that providing the materials, know-how, and support necessary to schools, school leaders, and staffs will promote success among their diverse student populations. When she is not teaching, coaching, or doing homework, she is spending time with her wonderful family and friends and adorable yorkie shih-tzu, Coco. You can connect with Xica on Twitter: https://twitter.com/XicaHenley Learn more about Xica at her website: https://www.xicahenley.com/ Don't forget to check out her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzXpNfcZsE5yDeQMRh2_cOg You can also connect with Xica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xhenley_consulting/

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

On this episode, I Zoom in John Lim and he put's on a Master Class on the do's and don'ts of podcasting. John Lim is an entrepreneur specializing in public speaking, high impact presentations, and digital products. He is the co-author of the ‘Corporate Cliches‘ adult coloring book and has been featured in Inc. (Minority Voices | Love of Pie Formula), Authority Magazine, and Cracked. John is the executive producer and host of the podcast series, Moving Forward, which has reached listeners in over 50 countries. Through Moving Forward, John has spoken with some of today’s most prominent entrepreneurs, artists, and influencers. John describes his own journey as a fun ride through “career wanderlust.” After practicing law in the DC area, John worked for over a decade with a prominent Fortune 500 company delivering high-level presentations, webinars, and seminars. In addition, John was a former actor for television and film, having acted in productions for The National Geographic Channel, The History Channel and HBO Productions. John is known to many sci-fi fans for his role as “Young Lt. Cmdr Sulu,” opposite legendary actor, George Takei, in the production of Star Trek: World and Enough and Time, written by an Emmy Award™ winning screenplay writer. The role captured the attention of top Hollywood Casting Director, April Webster and led to an audition for a co-starring role in the feature film, Star Trek (2009), directed by JJ Abrams. John earned his BA from The University of Pennsylvania, his JD from Georgetown Law and his MBA from The Johns Hopkins University. John is a TEDx speaker and has been a regular keynote speaker, guest lecturer, and panelist for The Johns Hopkins’ Carey Business School. Feel free to connect with John on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bemovingforward I highly recommend you listen to his podcast here: http://www.bemovingforward.com/blog/

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Alexis Shepard and we chat about self-care and her journey to putting herself first. Alexis Shepard is an elementary educator in her 7th year of teaching from Upstate, South Carolina. She has a bachelor's and Master's degree in education and has taught both primary and upper elementary grade levels.Alexis has a passion to inspire teachers and learners. By empathizing with their challenges and successes, she aspires to improve lives in and out of the education setting. She hopes that this interest along with her personal experience will allow her to influence educators in ways that enhance their teaching, relationships, and professional ambitions. She is The AfroEducator (all one word) on Twitter and Instagram! You can follow Alexis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theafroeducator

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Starlitt Miller and we chat about living a life of career fulfillment. Starlitt Miller is a business consultant, workflow strategist, and accounting advisor in Columbia, SC. She's the owner and founder of Star Accounting and Business Solutions where she helps small businesses run smoothly, scale quickly, and increase profitability. Starlitt leans on technology and experience to help her clients: • Solve business headaches • Create better workflows • Establish efficient systems • Train employees • Use data for better decision-making • Boost profitability Her goal is to position founders where they can work on their growing business, not in it. Her personable approach keeps people - customers and founders - front and center. Outside of Star Accounting and Business Solutions, Starlitt runs I am art(founded in 2015) where she brings performing arts programs to the Midlands. She's also a board member at Foresight Staffing, a BNI ambassador, and on the education and engagement committee for the Columbia Art Museum. Check out the about page at iamart.co for more information about the company and programs. If you are wondering how you can operate your business more efficiently, email [email protected] to schedule a free, no-strings-attached meeting with Starlitt. Fun fact: With a background in dance, and a degree in, Starlitt is equal parts creative and strategic! Learn more about SAABS at their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StarAccountingAndBusinessSolutions/

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

On this podcast, I Zoom in Rae Hughart and we chat about the promise and the realities of becoming an edupreneur. Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois and the Director of Training & Development for Progressive Mastery Learning, LLC. Rae created and continues to trained educators on how to partner with local businesses to design dynamic, impactful, effective, and connected content by designing themed units dedicated to community engagement. Utilizing data supported best practice techniques and stakeholder ownership, Rae’s Teach Further Model for innovative lesson design transforms classroom learning into student focused, real world internship - showing the impact of teaching beyond the four walls of a classroom and altering a community into an authentic resource for developing leaders. In 2017, Rae was inducted into The Illinois State University Hall of Fame for her innovative educational impact through the Teach Further Model. Additionally, Rae serves on several Educational Boards including the Association of Illinois Middle Schools (AIMS). Feel free to connect with Rae on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaeHughart Learn more about Teach Better here: https://teachbetter.com/ Check out their podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-better-talk/id1434230303?mt=2

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Daniel Bauer and we chat about investing in yourself and your business as an edupreneur, and the work it takes to run a successful business. Danny “Sunshine” Bauer is the founder of Better Leaders Better Schools the #1 blog and podcast created for leaders in education. He helps school leaders fight isolation and frustration through his leadership community, “The Mastermind,” in order to gain clarity and find solutions to their greatest challenges. Danny’s book, The Better Leaders Better Schools Roadmap is now available on Amazon and has received critical acclaim for helping educators create legendary schools. Learn more at his website: http://betterleadersbetterschools.com/. Don't forget to purchase the book at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Leaders-Schools-Roadmap-Impact/dp/0692185259/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537741374&sr=8-1&keywords=better+leaders+better+schools+roadmap You can also connect with Daniel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alienearbud?lang=en

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Pia Silva and we chat about how to focus on your brand to build your authority. Entrepreneur, speaker and author Pia Silva is a partner and brand strategist at Worstofall Design where they build “Badass Brands without the BS” for 1-3 person service businesses in 1-3 day intensives. She is also a Forbes contributor and author of Badass Your Brand: The Impatient Entrepreneur’s Guide to Turning Expertise into Profit. Please connect with Pia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PiaLovesYourBiz Learn more about Pia at her website: https://worstofalldesign.com/ Don't forget to buy her book, Badass Your Brand at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Badass-Your-Brand-Impatient-Entrepreneurs/dp/0998714305/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536957524&sr=8-1&keywords=pia+silva

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

On this episode, I Zoom in Asiya Nasir for a part two of our conversation. This time we talk about her journey into entrepreneurship. On this episode, I Zoom in Asiya Jamillah Nasir and we chat about walking in faith and shining only like you can do it. Asiya Jamillah Nasir, Chief Empowerment Officer and Founder of J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares has extensive management, financial and leadership experience through her 25 plus years in the corporate & financial industry. Through participating in various community initiatives; she found her passion of working with, mentoring and empowering young girls. In December of 2014, Asiya became a Muslim of which furthered her belief that every young lady has something special and extraordinary to offer the world. Her belief is that they possess uniqueness and talents that are part of their D.N.A. Asiya’s vision is to assist young girls to see themselves under the same powerful light and through participation of the J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares curriculum; guide them to develop necessary skills to live a life that is pleasing to our creator. Through uplifting one day programs, interactive exercises & academies, J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares offers teens the "how to's" and resources necessary to make goals a reality and provide a safe haven for Muslimah's and young girls of all faiths to discuss their struggles and fears and assist in overcoming those emotions. Asiya is a transformational speaker who has developed a unique format in which she challenges the young girls to be relentless in their determination and pursuit to accomplish their life goals. Each of the workshops, empowerment academies and inspirational annual retreats represent the belief that every young lady can accomplish any dream they set for themselves in spite of their past or current circumstances with God's help. Asiya has also been a featured author for various nonprofit newsletters such as Project Rousseau and Angel Wings Bridge Foundation. Asiya has also been featured in the Daily News in 2011 and 2012. Asiya currently teaches in New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Philadelphia. She has also taught at Jersey Battered Women's Services in Morris County, NJ, The New York City Housing Authority's Girls Basketball Team, Homeless Shelters and various Teen Centers. Asiya became a Chaplain in 2016. Asiya is also an award recipient for various community achievements that include; 2016 County College of Morris: EOF Mentor Program; 2015 Face My Abuse: Women Who Make A Difference; 2011 Berkeley College: Featured Success Student/Changing Lives for 80 years; 2011 Project ReDirect Family Services: Excellence in Business and Community Service Award; 2012 Morristown Neighborhood House: Appreciation for Service and Dedication to the African American Community. Connect with Asiya on Twitter: twitter.com/jessicacares1 Learn more about J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares at their website: www.jessicacares.org/

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