Teacher to Tech Founder, with Will and Holly

What if you could solve a problem and build a business around it? Holly speaks with Cardiff Met PGCE Primary graduate Will about going from primary school teacher to education entrepreneur. After starting as a supply teacher, Will built his confidence and secured a permanent role. But he soon spotted a problem: too much marking and not enough time.Will explains how he used AI to tackle the problem and went on to build his own education AI business. He shares practical advice on spotting opportunities, getting experience and turning an idea into a business.In this episode…00:25 Holly Meets Will00:46 Supply Teacher To Startup Business01:55 AI Marking Business02:29 Traction And Goals03:26 In The Real World Now04:01 First Step Into Teaching05:34 Business Idea Advice06:17 Standing Out In Applications07:13 Placements And Confidence08:04 Using AI In Job Searches09:13 When I Grow Up11:13 Mentors And Motivation12:40 Lightbulb Moment And Grants13:56 Quickfire Questions17:21 Why PGCE and Cardiff19:48 Career Goals20:28 Skills Spotlight: Problem Solving22:11 Student Life in Cardiff23:33 Campus and Societies24:50 Part-Time Work25:33 Wrap