Episode 72

In this episode, Leena Marie Saleh (AKA the Edtech Guru) sits down with none other than Gerard Dawson. Gerard is a former High School English teacher, podcaster, copywriter, and edtech marketer. In the episode, Leena and Gerard spit truths and realities of what a teacher transition really means. Each and every journey to a new career pathway is unique, and we hope that you are able to see yourself in one of our experts. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

• How Gerard made his transition a reality 


• What a copywriter and content market does 


• Why it took him 5 years to make the transition 


• What he has learned about career changing and switching


• Steps he has for teachers who are looking to make the transition


• Lastly, we leave off with steps to make your transition a reality

Who is Gerard Dawson? 

Gerard Dawson worked as a high school English teacher for ten years before becoming a copywriter and marketer for the education industry.

How can you connect with Gerard?

• Via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gerarddawson3


• Get on his mostly newsletter: gerarddawson.com

About The Edtech Guru:

Leena Marie Saleh aka The Edtech Guru has spent well over a decade helping to drive change within the education space. The Edtech Guru is a firm believer that with access and equity, we can drive even greater change.

Connect with me:

• Twitter: www.twitter.com/leenamariesaleh


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• Medium: medium.com/@leenamariesaleh


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• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leenamariesaleh/

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