"An apprenticeship, first and foremost, is a full-time job that happens to have built-in training, both formal and informal."– Ryan Craig“College or Chipotle?” shouldn’t be the only options for high school graduates. Over the past 20 years, average student loan debt...

"The array of choices that prospective students have and the array of modalities is going to lead to a really exciting innovation in this next chapter of American higher education."– Beth HollenbergPeriods of extreme challenge often spark the most significant...

"Building career resilience means having a strong foundation in your skills and knowledge, and at the same time, being adaptable and willing to learn new things."– Siya Raj PurohitThis is such an exemplary On Work and Revolution podcast episode for 2 reasons: the...

"I’m here for student success and I'm not just saying that as a sound bite."– Manny SmithThe life of an EdTech startup entrepreneur can be a grind, especially if you’re a minority founder. So this week on the podcast, we’re giving you a behind the curtain look at what...

"At the end of the day, educators want to know that you give a damn."– James StofferIt is not often that you hear a highly successful sales leader mention the words ‘patience’ and ‘high growth’ in the same conversation. Yet, James Stoffer, President and Chief...

"Childcare is an issue that is only known by the people who are experiencing it. And it's one of the reasons it perpetuates as a problem."– Jamee HerbertOn this week’s episode of the On Work and Revolution podcast, we have Jamee Herbert in the guest chair. Jamee is...

"It's a little cliche, but when you hunker down and you focus on profitability, you do come out stronger on the other side of a crisis."– Mark GrovicOn a search for a frank and realistic assessment on the challenges the EdTech industry is facing amidst the ongoing...

"A typical school district shares their data with about 1000 vendors."– Robert IskanderOne wrong click on a malicious link, and your kid’s data can be in the hands of some of the smartest cyberattackers in the world! This week on the On Work and Revolution podcast,...

"I launched Goalsetter with the hope of changing these kids who were senders and spenders of money into savers and investors and financially knowledgeable and capable by the time they left their parents’ houses."– Tanya Van CourtI was thrilled to discover that there’s...

"The biggest cause of failure of early-stage startups is failure of product-market fit, which you could also describe as a failure of empathy for your intended customers, a failure to understand who your customers are and what their day is like and what really matters...

"Executive function is like the CEO of your brain. It's how you plan, prioritize, manage time, reach goals. That is what ties together many different neurodiverse conditions."– Chris WangWhat do remarkable individuals like Simone Biles, Bill Gates, and Richard Branson...

"Our vision for the future is to ensure that every learner has a supportive team, leveraging both human connection and technology to foster success and drive social mobility."– Erin MayhoodThis week on the On Work and Revolution podcast, Erin Mayhood, CEO of Mentor...

"Our philosophy is based on providing a very hands-on, very practical, very experiential learning experience to people who are looking to upskill or reskill or really just learn something new. "– Sara LeoniThis week on the On Work and Revolution podcast Sara Leoni,...

"The best founders are people who have a combination of lived and learned experience."– Susan LyneIn this episode of the On Work and Revolution podcast, host Debbie Goodman is joined by Susan Lyne in the guest chair. Susan has led an illustrious career path, climbing...

"The future in hiring is freelance, flexible, and fractional."– Katelyn DonnellyOn this episode of the On Work and Revolution podcast, host Debbie Goodman and delves into the dynamic landscape of the future of work in EdTech with guest Katelyn Donnelly. Katelyn shares...

"It really helps to be able to look through a lens of how much of a learner is this founder, because it makes a huge difference."– Steve KupferOn this episode of the On Work and Revolution Podcast, we dig into the dynamics of venture investing in the EdTech sector...

"I would argue the value proposition for employees joining a startup is not different or worse than it was a few years ago."– Susan LiuToday, I'm thrilled to have Susan Liu, COO of Parallel Learning, in the guest chair. Parallel Learning provides virtual special...

"Fractional leadership is a newer concept for the market. The advantage of founders becoming more cost conscious, is they're recognizing there are many ways to populate your leadership team."– Rita FerrandinoRita Ferrandino returns to the On Work and Revolution...

"In the EdTech entrepreneurial world, success, by definition, is the exception"– Ash KaluarachchiThis week on the On Work and Revolution podcast, Debbie Goodman sits down with Ash Kualarachchi, a seasoned expert in EdTech entrepreneurship and acceleration. As the CEO...

"Contingent labor as an overall percentage has grown quite dramatically in the U.S. labor force over the last couple of years"– Elizabeth ChouIn this exciting episode of the On Work and Revolution podcast, host Debbie Goodman is joined by Elizabeth Chou, the...

"It's never been easier to start an EdTech company and run it very lean."– Jessica MillstoneOn this episode of On Work and Revolution, host Debbie Goodman speaks with Jessica Millstone, Co-founder and Managing Director of Copper Wire Ventures and a huge advocate for...

"In 2024, our main focus at Clayful is to scale our impact. We aim to 10x the number of students we're helping, tackling the youth mental health crisis head-on."– Maria BarreraIn this illuminating podcast episode, host Debbie Goodman speaks with Maria Barrera, CEO of...

"Networking, when it really works, is about authentic, meaningful connections."– Helen NicholsonHave you been neglecting your network lately? Harvard Business Review shared that people's “professional and personal networks have shrunk by close to 16% — or by more than...

"For sales teams, accountability is paramount. Clear goal-setting and simplifying job responsibilities are key to ensuring everyone is aligned and focused on driving success."– Julie HustonOn this episode of the On Work and Revolution podcast, host Debbie Goodman...

"The main problem we were solving was that kids are learning things in the classroom, without any real-world relevance behind what they’re learning."– Sabari RajaTake a listen to Sabari Raja’s captivating journey, from her roots on a coconut farm in South India to the...

"Our mission as a company is to maximize the potential of every child, and scale one-to-one support for children."– Elizabeth AdamsIn this episode of On Work and Revolution podcast, our guest Elizabeth Adams, shares her unexpected journey from being a self-described...

"If you're really committed to developing a solution for EdTech, you want to be focused on how you're going to deliver change to individuals."– Jessica HinkleIn today's fast-paced world, where the traditional career landscape is rapidly evolving, continuous learning...

"Today's investors are looking for companies to quickly move to profitability, seeking self-sustainability."– Rita FerrandinoCracking through in the EdTech industry these days requires founders to not only embrace sales but also be the face of their company. In the...

"There’s a billion more students that are going to need to be educated, and education technology is going to play a very significant role, and how that is possible."– Amit PatelGet ready for an inside look at the ever-changing EdTech landscape! It’s hard to ignore...

"As the chief people officer, my focus is getting first-line leaders the tools they need to develop their team and anticipate what comes next."– Allison NugentAmidst the aftermath of the Great Resignation and market shifts, companies are turning inward for talent...