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Helping you to pivot your career into teaching what you know and love This wasn’t always the case or how it started. BUT, nobody had heard of me!

"Stop putting baby in the corner, it's time to step into the light and showcase your genius and build up your online credibility"

I’m Ayo Bamgbose the creator and founder of Social Media Design School and the host of Social Media Launchers community, focused on helping start-ups understand how to use social media to build, grow and monetize their online business presence. I mentor and teach on ho

w to create content clients crave and the skills and mindset needed to build that know-like-trust factor. WHEN I TOOK BACK CONTROL:
In 2015, I was ready to follow my purpose and start my own business as a training and business start-up strategist helping beauty companies to add e-learning into their training departments. Yes, I had a Masters in International Spa management and trained beauty and spa specialist in the UK, Europe and the Asia for 4 years but that was for companies who paid me moolah to do it. Who was I to try to set-up my own online business and market to small businesses about why they must hire me to teach them how to use online platforms to sell their products. Damn, my confidence had hit an all-time low. I started hearing all those
“No you can’t do it” “No one will take you seriously” voices. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER:
So I knew I had to equip myself with the knowledge and know-how of learning everything about tech and digital marketing. Course after course and training after training I dedicated 6 months learning website coding, social media marketing and advance design skills. I knew the fastest way for me to build credibility and gain my confidence was to reach out to people wanting to start-up their own businesses. After 6-9 months of mentoring clients to jump start their business online and creating their websites I noticed many of them didn’t get any further with their business. It occurred to me the reason was because they knew nothing about the next steps on how to use online tools, tech or market themselves. MY AHA MOMENT:
That’s when I realized I had been so selfish by keeping all my knowledge and talents to myself. They needed me to help translate the online language and teach them how to use social media for their business. In 2016 I knew it was time to change tack and help breakdown how to use social media and all the techy stuff that came with it to create platforms for people to grow their businesses and showcase their genius. "The digital world is not scary, let me show you"

I totally get it - you're new to the online world and not sure where to start with social media let alone how to build up your online presence. I believe once you understand the importance of the 4c's (content - consistency - connections and community) you'll be better prepared for the social media journey to launch it like a pro! My private Facebook group, Social media launchers is a free community filled with like-minded people ready to get started with social media and learn how to build up their credibility and be that go to expert. If that sounds like you – join here http://bit.ly/socialmlaunchers

SO STILL UNSURE WHERE TO START? I have a copy of Social Media Journey Planner” and it’s all YOURS for free. http://bit.ly/smjourneyplanner

This journey planner will give you a jump start of getting started with social media and clarity on the direction to take to launch your business online.

08/07/2025

Developing Educators Academy are delighted to welcome Fiona Minnaar to our Level 3 Award in Education and Training programme.

With a deep-rooted passion for skincare and massage, Fiona is on a mission to raise the standard of service in the industry. Her philosophy is refreshingly grounded. It’s not just about delivering a treatment, it’s about creating a personal and meaningful experience.

Fiona shares,
"I’ve always believed that exceptional service begins with truly understanding your client. I’m quite old school in my approach. Empathy, attention to detail, and care matter. My goal is to train others who feel the same, so we can preserve and pass on this level of service."

We’re proud to support Fiona on this next step in her educator journey.

Interested in gaining your CIBTAC Level 3 and 4 Education and Training qualification?

For more info, click the link in the first comment.

03/07/2025

Not sure what assessment terms actually mean?

If you’ve ever nodded along in a training session pretending you knew the difference between formative and summative assessment, this one’s for you.

When you're new to teaching, it’s easy to get lost in the jargon. But knowing the basics helps you feel more confident, especially when writing assignments or preparing lessons.

This graphic breaks down the most common terms you’ll come across in educator training.

Which one did you wish you’d understood earlier?

01/07/2025

I remember, in 2011, walking into a spa training room, not as a therapist, but as the person leading the session.

I’d just landed in Hong Kong. My suitcase was full of printed lesson plans, demo products, and more nerves than I was willing to admit. I’d gone over the session the night before in my hotel room, practising my timing and talking points like my life depended on it.

The room was spotless. Bright. Set up perfectly. The therapists were already seated, waiting. Calm. Professional. Some had been in the industry longer than I had. Some were older than me.

That little voice in my head whispered, “What if they don’t take you seriously?”

But I took a breath.

I remembered, I knew my stuff. I had studied, prepared, and planned for this moment. I was there to teach and demonstrate. I was there to support their learning. I didn’t need to know everything. I just needed to show up fully.

Once I began, everything shifted. The room settled. I found my voice. They leaned in. And just like that, I stopped performing and started teaching.

That day reminded me of something I still carry with me.

Being a trainer is not about being the smartest person in the room. It’s about making learning possible. It’s about making people feel safe to ask, try, and grow.

Flash forward 14 years and I’m more passionate than ever.

The nerves still show up sometimes, but now I see them as a sign that I care. That I’m stretching. That I still want to get it right.

And honestly, that’s what keeps it special.

26/06/2025

📢 Calling Dyslexic Students in Higher Education! 📢
I’m a PhD researcher at the University of Greenwich, and I need your help!

I’m conducting a study on how AI learning tools (like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and speech-to-text software) impact memory retention and academic confidence for dyslexic students in higher education.

Take part in a short online survey!
Who can participate?
☑ Higher education students (undergrad, postgrad, PhD)
☑ Diagnosed or self-identified dyslexic students
☑ Users of AI learning tools in their studies

What’s involved?
A quick 10 - 15 minute online survey to share your experiences
Fully anonymous – no personal information required
Your responses will help improve AI learning tools for dyslexic students

Click here to take the survey now 👉 https://gre.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b2RPUBGinNrqF1A

Your insights can make a difference! If you have any questions, feel free to DM me or email [email protected].

Thank you for helping to shape more inclusive AI learning tools!

24/06/2025

Please help us at Developing Educators Academy welcome Chantelle Hughes, one of our newest students, to the Level 3 Award in Education and Training. After years of experience in the treatment room, she has returned to education with a clear purpose to teach what she has mastered.

Chantelle says: "It’s been a while since I studied, but I’m finally doing this for me."

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Check the link in the first comment.

19/06/2025

6 Benefits of Google Classroom Every Educator Needs to Know

Discover how Google Classroom can transform your teaching! From saving time to enhancing collaboration and accessibility, these six benefits make it a must-have tool for every educator.

📌 Save this for later or share with a fellow teacher who’s ready to elevate their classroom experience!

Click the link to learn more about using Google Classroom to simplify and enhance your teaching:

17/06/2025

If you’ve ever imagined yourself leading a classroom or sharing your skills with others, this is your sign to take that next step. You don’t need years of teaching experience. You just need the right support and a passion to inspire.

Gain a Level 3 or Level 4 Education and Training qualification with Developing Educators Academy and learn:

💡 How to plan, deliver and reflect
🎥 Record your lessons or teach in person
✨ Grow your presence as a confident educator

Remember, every teacher starts somewhere.

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Check the link in the first comment.

10/06/2025

Developing Educators Academy are thrilled to welcome Yasmin Robby, a qualified nutritionist, to our education and training programme. With 12 years in wellness, she’s shifting from practice to teaching and bringing her holistic knowledge into the training space.

Yasmin says, "I’ve always believed in the connection between education and wellness, and now I get to make that my job."

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Check the link in the first comment.

08/06/2025

Please help us at Developing Educators Academy welcome Sophie Jean, head therapist, starting her Level 3 Award in Education and Training. After 5 years as a beauty therapist, she’s now stepping confidently into the world of training.

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Check the link in the first comment.

05/06/2025

Calling online educators, are you considering using Google Classroom for classroom management?

In this infographic, I'm sharing 5 Google tools to help you simplify your teaching as they integrate seamlessly with Google Classroom.

📌 Save this for later or share it with an educator looking to streamline their classroom tools.

03/06/2025

From the treatment room to the training room, this is what growth looks like.
Our students aren’t just gaining a teaching qualification; they’re building the skills and confidence to lead, inspire, and pass on what they've mastered.

Whether you’re already training staff or dreaming of starting your own academy, the journey begins with the right support.

🎓 CIBTAC Internationally recognised qualifications
🧠 Study at your own pace
📍 Teaching made practical and real

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Check the link in the first comment.

13/05/2025

Please help us at Developing Educators Academy welcome Amira Hussain to the Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. As a head beauty trainer, she has spent years mentoring staff and delivering in-salon training. Now, she’s ready to gain her official qualification and expand her opportunities.

Amira says: "I’ve always trained people, but now I want the credibility that comes with being a qualified educator."

Interested in gaining your Education and training qualification? Click the link in the first comment.

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"Stop putting baby in the corner, it's time to step into the light and showcase your genius and build up your online credibility" I’m Ayo Bamgbose the creator and founder of Social Media Design School and the host of Get It Done Crash Course Workshops focused on helping start-ups understand how to use social media to build, grow and monetize their online business presence. I mentor and teach on how to create content clients crave and the skills and mindset needed to build that know-like-trust factor. This wasn’t always the case or how it started.

WHEN I TOOK BACK CONTROL In 2015, I was ready to follow my purpose and start my own business as a training and business start-up strategist helping beauty companies to add e-learning into their training departments. BUT, nobody had heard of me! Yes, I had a Masters in International Spa management and trained beauty and spa specialist in the UK, Europe and the Asia for 4 years but that was for companies who paid me moolah to do it. Who was I to try to set-up my own online business and market to small businesses about why they must hire me to teach them how to use online platforms to sell their products. Damn, my confidence had hit an all-time low. I started hearing all those “No you can’t do it” “No one will take you seriously” voices. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER So I knew I had to equip myself with the knowledge and know-how of learning everything about tech and digital marketing. Course after course and training after training I dedicated 6 months learning website coding, social media marketing and advance design skills. I knew the fastest way for me to build credibility and gain my confidence was to reach out to people wanting to start-up their own businesses. After 6-9 months of mentoring clients to jump start their business online and creating their websites I noticed many of them didn’t get any further with their business. It occurred to me the reason was that they knew nothing about the next steps on how to use online tools, tech or market themselves. MY AHA MOMENT: That’s when I realized I had been so selfish by keeping all my knowledge and talents to myself. They needed me to help translate the online language and teach them how to use social media for their business. In 2016 I knew it was time to change tack and help breakdown how to use social media and all the techy stuff that came with it to create platforms for people to grow their businesses and showcase their genius. "The digital world is not scary, let me show you" I totally get it - you're new to the online world and not sure where to start with social media let alone how to build up your online presence. I believe once you understand the importance of the 4c's (content - consistency - connections and community) you'll be better prepared for the social media journey to launch it like a pro! My private Facebook group, Social media launchers is a free community filled with like-minded people ready to get started with social media and learn how to build up their credibility and be that go to expert. If that sounds like you – join here SO STILL UNSURE WHERE TO START? I have a copy of Social Media Journey Planner” and it’s all YOURS for free. http://bit.ly/smjourneyplanner This journey planner will give you a jump start of getting started with social media and clarity on the direction to take to launch your business online.