About this episode
The Business of You with Marnie Stockman and Nick ConiglioIn this episode of My EdTech Life, Dr. Fonz Mendoza sits down with Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio to explore their book The Business of You. They share how students, educators, and professionals alike can begin running their lives like a well-led company—by becoming the CEO, CMO, HR, and CFO of their own story. We also talk about adaptability, time as capital, the importance of asking better questions, and their upcoming project Blue, a gamified app designed to help students lead themselves first.Whether you’re a teacher guiding students, a counselor preparing learners for college and career, or someone seeking personal growth, this conversation is packed with insights on why the most important project you’ll ever work on is yourself.Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & sponsor thanks 03:00 – Nick’s journey into EdTech and authorship 04:15 – Marni’s path from math teacher to author 05:05 – What it means to be the CEO of you 06:30 – Running your life like a business: vision, skills, and story 10:45 – Sydney’s story and why it matters to students 16:00 – Branding as story: controlling your narrative 22:20 – The power of asking better questions 28:15 – Time and energy as your real capital 35:10 – Adaptability and designing your personal path 42:25 – Introducing Blue: gamifying personal growth for students 48:30 – Waitlist and book links 50:00 – Lead yourself first: final takeaways 52:00 – Fun wrap-up: kryptonite, reflections, and closing thoughtsLearn More? The Business of You – thebusinessofyou.aiSpecial Thanks to Our SponsorsBook Creator | Eduaide.AI | YellowdigStay Techie!Peel Back Education exists to uncover, share, and amplify powerful, authentic stories from inside classrooms and beyond, helping educators, learners, and the wider community connect meaningfully with the people and ideas shaping education today. Authentic engagement, inclusion, and learning across the curriculum for ALL your students. Teachers love Book Creator.Support the show
