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Feb 2024
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Dr. Akilah Willery (@awillery) - You Got...

WILL DEYAMPORT, III, ED.D.
About this episode

Dr. Akilah Willery is the visionary behind Upskill Services, where she helps small businesses scale their efforts by developing their digital presence with eLearning and automations. Whether you are a coach, trainer or a classroom teacher looking to make your mark in the digital space, she’s the person that will guide you through the noise. With a remarkable background in empowering educators to leverage technology for transformative teaching and learning experiences, Dr. Willery brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Drawing from over two decades of experience as a school district administrator and edtech advisor, she’s now focused on helping others get their slice of the billion-dollar eLearning industry.

 

 

Specialized Services

  • eLearning development
  • Digital strategy & automation
  • Online teacher/trainer development

 

Contact Info

Email: info@upskillservices.site

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akilahwillery/

Twitter: @awillery

Facebook: UpskillServices

Instagram: @akilahwillery

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The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education Business

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

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