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7-Figure Educator

7-Figure Educator

By: Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas
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 Welcome to the Seven Figure Educator Podcast, where we're rewriting the rules of education, entrepreneurship, and financial empowerment. I'm your host, Dr. Erica Jordan-Thomas, a former educator turned Harvard-educated consultant and entrepreneur. I know firsthand the challenges and triumphs of the education world, and I'm here to guide you through your own journey of becoming a 7-Figure Educator. This podcast is for educators who dream of making a bigger impact and living life on their own terms. Whether you're a teacher, principal, or aspiring education consultant, if you're ready to break free from the shackles of underpayment and overwork, you're in the right place. We're shattering the myth that educators can't thrive financially while making a difference. In each episode, we dive deep into the unspoken truths of education, explore how to launch and grow your own profitable consulting business and debunk the myths about building a 7-figure empire. With candid conversations and expert insights, we'll cover topics like equity in leadership, time and money optimization, effective leadership, and so much more. Join me and my incredible guests as we challenge the status quo and empower you to redefine your impact and income. It's time to say 'yes' to your dreams, embrace your worth, and step into your power as a 7-Figure Educator. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and equipped with actionable strategies. Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! Welcome to the Seven Figure Educator Podcast - where your path to financial freedom and educational excellence begins.2023 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • The Anatomy of a Book Proposal – What Book Publishers Want to See

    The Anatomy of a Book Proposal – What Book Publishers Want to See
    Apr 13 2026
    A book proposal isn’t about talent. It’s about clarity, market demand, and strategy. In this episode, I’m breaking down the full anatomy of a book proposal — and what traditional publishers are actually evaluating when they decide to invest in your book. Here’s the truth most aspiring authors don’t know: a publisher isn’t asking if you can write. They’re asking if you can sell. Your book proposal is your sales plan — and the stronger it is, the bigger the deal you can negotiate. I walk through every section of the book proposal I submitted to land a six-figure traditional publishing deal for 7-Figure Educator, publishing June 16, 2026. What we cover: Why a book proposal is a sales plan for you and your audience — not your book How publishers use the 10% rule to project how many books you can sell Why I chose traditional publishing and how I negotiated a six-figure advance The 6 sections of a complete book proposal, broken down step by step Why the marketing plan is the gold ticket of the entire proposal Pre-order 7-Figure Educator: www.7FEbook.com Subscribe for more business strategy, book launch tips, and the behind-the-scenes of building a seven-figure education business. 7-Figure Educator Podcast | Season 5, Episode 2
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    19 mins
  • Building a Team to Support a Book Launch - Who I Hired and Why

    Building a Team to Support a Book Launch - Who I Hired and Why
    Apr 6 2026
    Building a book launch team is one of the most overlooked parts of becoming a bestselling author. In this episode, Dr. Erica Jordan Thomas breaks down the exact 5 hires she made to execute her New York Times bestselling book launch for "7-Figure Educator." From hiring a book coach with a proven blueprint to bringing on a full-time marketing manager, brand designer, web designer, and editorial partner - this is the real behind-the-scenes of what it actually takes to launch a book at scale. If you're an educator, coach, or consultant writing a book - or already in the process - this episode will shift how you think about your team and your launch strategy. What we cover: Why a book launch is really a 12-month marketing campaign The difference between a marketing coordinator and a marketing manager Why your book needs its own brand kit What an editorial partner actually does (and why you need one) The founder vs. CEO mindset shift that changes everything Pre-order Seven Figure Educator: www.7FEbook.com Subscribe for more business strategy, book launch tips, and the behind-the-scenes of building a seven-figure education business. Seven Figure Educator Podcast | Season 5, Episode 1
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    20 mins
  • Season 5 | 7-Figure Educator Podcast | My New York Times Book Launch Blueprint

    Season 5 | 7-Figure Educator Podcast | My New York Times Book Launch Blueprint
    Apr 5 2026
    Season 5 of the 7-Figure Educator Podcast is here — and this time, we are going all the way to the New York Times bestseller list. I am Dr. Erica Jordan Thomas: former teacher, former principal, Harvard grad, and full-time entrepreneur. And this season, I am taking you inside every single piece of my New York Times bestselling book launch for 7-Figure Educator. The goal: sell 15,000 copies in six months. The average book sells 2,000 in its entire lifetime. We are not doing average. This season covers: • The 5-person team I built to make this launch possible — and why each hire mattered • The marketing strategy behind a 12-month book launch campaign • The founder-to-CEO mindset shift every entrepreneur needs to make • The behind-the-scenes of working with a publisher and managing a full manuscript • What it actually takes to go from educator to New York Times bestselling author If you are an educator, a coach, a consultant, or an entrepreneur who has a book inside you — or who is already on the publishing journey — this season was built for you. New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe so you do not miss a single one. Pre-order 7Figure Educator at www.7FEbook.com 7-Figure Educator Podcast | Season 5
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    3 mins
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