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I had a clear vision of what was needed in my head - something clean, user-friendly and accessible that helped students learn and built their confidence. Most importantly, something that would lead to better student outcomes while making life easier for teachers and parents.\u0026nbsp; I couldn't find anything. 'Finally, I realized I had to be the one to make the resource I needed.\u0026nbsp;It's created quite a buzz.\u0026nbsp;In a niche like this, word spreads fast. In just the first 6 months after launch, and no funds spent on marketing or sales, we've got email subscribers from 35 states and provinces in the U.S. and Canada. The website has been visited in 74 different countries!\u0026nbsp;The good reviews are pouring in. Our retention rate is great - 88% of those that subscribe stay. 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