EP4: Chalkboards to Checkbooks: Turn Teaching into a Six-Figure Business with Erinn Cottman | CEO of Erinn Cottman Teacher Development

Welcome back 7-Figure Educator! In this episode, I am joined by none other than Erinn Cottmann, the dynamic CEO of Erinn Cottmann Teacher Development, a company that specializes in delivering results for educators, school leaders, and districts by growing their capacity to support teacher development.  Prepare to be inspired as Erinn takes us on a journey from the world of education to the realm of successful entrepreneurship, diving into the transformative power of mindset shifts, the intricacies of launching a business, and the hurdles she overcame along the way. Erinn's story is nothing short of awe-inspiring and her journey from educator to the helm of a flourishing 6-figure enterprise specializing in professional development and leadership coaching for educators is a testament to the importance of strategic planning, building robust systems, and the support of a thriving community. Erinn's narrative showcases the incredible results that await those who invest in themselves, face their fears, and aim for financial and personal success. So, are you an educator with dreams of entrepreneurship or simply seeking a hefty dose of inspiration? If your answer is yes, then this episode is a must-listen. Erinn's journey serves as a shining example of what can be accomplished when you blend passion, skill, and the unwavering support of a community to turn your dreams into reality. KEY POINTS:  - If you’re feeling undervalued, realize that your worth and knowledge are not determined by your external circumstances - Learn to believe in your ability to make money, view money as abundant, and understand the value you provided - Control your income and the flexibility that entrepreneurship offers - Being a part of a community and a mastermind is crucial, especially for networking, support, and learning from peers QUOTABLES: “When you start to feel like a place that you gave a lot to has devalued you, your self-esteem really takes a serious hit.” - Erinn Cottman "I'm the secret sauce of this thing. You can do everything the same as I do, but you're not me and you're not going to deliver it like me." -Erinn Cottman “You have got to give people a reason as to why they should be giving you attention. So if they are someone who's experiencing a pain point in your classroom, you're going to sell the solution, which is some type of instructional strategy. Same thing in your business where you're going to sell a solution when you know that folks are experiencing a pain point.” - Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas “Our beliefs around the rate in which we think money can move are based on our historical experience. Your perceptions of how you set goals in your business are going to be based on what you knew until you experienced something different and get proximate to something different." - Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas RESOURCES: Erinn Cottman IG | @erinncottman Youtube | @erinncottman5452 Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas  IG | @e_jordanthomas LinkedIn | @erica-jordan-thomas-ed-l-d-86314764  Facebook | @EJTConsultingLLC  Join 7-Figure Educator LIVE: The only 3-day event for Black educators that will your education expertise into a 7-figure education consulting business!  Join the #GetLaunchEDConsulting Facebook Group - Your hub for aspiring and seasoned education consultants. All teachers are welcome! Click here to join.  Enjoyed this episode? Like, rate, and subscribe to the 7-Figure Educator podcast!  7-Figure Educator is produced by EPYC Media Network