61: How Teri Built an 8-Figure Brand with Trade & Travel

In this episode, Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas sits down with Teri Ijeoma, a former school principal turned multi-millionaire, to explore her inspiring journey towards her first 7 figures. Through her groundbreaking Trade and Travel program, Teri has empowered countless individuals to achieve financial freedom while earning over $50 million in revenue, making it the top-ranked school on Teachable for three consecutive years. During this live fireside chat, Teri shares her faith-driven approach to entrepreneurship, offering practical insights on managing relationships, protecting intellectual property, and creating financial strategies that work. Her story serves as a blueprint for educators and aspiring entrepreneurs aiming to scale their impact and income. Whether you’re dreaming of seven-figure success or simply looking for ways to grow your financial confidence, this episode will leave you inspired and equipped to take action. KEY POINTS:  - Introduction: True or False segment - Teri's background and early career years - On the pivotal decision of becoming an entrepreneur - The evolution of Teri’s business and team  - Intellectual property and financial strategies - Navigating relationships due to newfound success - Audience engagement, business challenges & lessons learned - Pricing offerings based on value, not on market perception  - The importance of pursuing dreams with confidence QUOTES:  “If anybody deserves to be a millionaire, it's an educator.” – Teri Ijeoma “Be faithful over a few things, and God will bless you with much more.” – Teri Ijeoma “Make sure that you're putting significant value on what you're putting out there. And then tell the world, even if you do a sale. Start high, but do a discount.” – Teri Ijeoma GUEST RESOURCES:   Teri Ijeoma  IG | @teriijeoma RESOURCES: [FREE] Don't miss my free 5-Day 7-Figure Business School and learn the blueprint to grow a seven-figure education consulting business. I'm going to teach you the psychology of a millionaire, how to identify million-dollar problems, package and price your offers, master my seven-figure sales process, and identify leads to pitch immediately. Click HERE to sign up now! [LIVE EVENT] Join us at Seven Figure Educator Live, a three-day event in Atlanta, Georgia, where you'll experience unparalleled support, community, and fellowship with your fellow educators. Click HERE to grab your ticket now and let's make magic happen together in Atlanta!  [FB COMMUNITY] Don't miss out on your chance to connect with other education consultants in our free public Facebook group! Click HERE and find your 7-Figure community today. Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas  IG | @e_jordanthomas LinkedIn | @erica-jordan-thomas-ed-l-d-86314764  Facebook | @EJTConsultingLLC  Enjoyed this episode? Like, rate, and subscribe to the 7-Figure Educator podcast!  7-Figure Educator is produced by EPYC Media Network