Speaking Your School

Every education founder I talk to can recite the same line, almost word-for-word:“We do things differently here.”And they’re right. They do. They teach differently, support differently, see children differently.But here’s the uncomfortable truth: if a parent can’t describe what makes your school unique in their own words, your difference disappears. Not because it isn’t real—but because it isn’t portable.In this 11-minute audio, I walk you through three diagnostic questions that reveal whether your school’s message is clear enough to travel beyond your building. As you listen, try answering each question out loud. If you find yourself stumbling or reaching for generic language, that’s not a failure—that’s valuable information about the gap your school’s story needs to close.If you struggled to answer these clearly, you’re not alone. This is exactly what I help education founders articulate—turning what’s in your head into words that actually stick with parents, staff, and funders.Want to explore whether creating your school’s book makes sense? Book a clarity call here.Adam J. Blust spent 30 years working across different parts of education—as a reporter, inside state agencies, and helping educational organizations communicate their work. Now he helps education founders turn their vision into books that increase funding and enrollment. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mightyforcesbooks.substack.com