New On-Demand App Skillr Brings Coaching and Tutoring to Your Fingertips

In the age of smartphones and instant gratification, it’s no surprise that people want access to everything at their fingertips. From food delivery to ride-sharing, consumers have become accustomed to getting what they want when they want it. Now, with the launch of Skillr, this on-demand mentality has been applied to coaching and tutoring services to teach you everything from French to flossing.

According to recent data, people spend an average of 4 hours and 35 minutes on their phones daily, which is only expected to increase. Skillr has recognized this trend and created a platform catering to the demand for instant help and expertise. The app provides live experts for various skills, including fitness, music, language, and more, all available at the touch of a button.

One of the most appealing aspects of Skillr is its affordability. With inflation rising, many traditional coaching services are becoming increasingly expensive and out of reach for many consumers. For example, golf lessons can cost upwards of $100 per hour, but with Skillr, users can meet with an expert for as little as $2 per minute for 15 minutes. This makes coaching and tutoring services accessible to a broader range of people, regardless of their budget.

The business model for Skillr is simple. The experts charge by the minute, and Skillr receives 25% of that fee. With over 1,000 pros on the platform, users have many options. So whether you need someone for just a few minutes or an hour, it’s as simple as clicking a button and connecting with an expert in a VidChat session. This flexibility allows users to get the help they need without committing to a long-term coaching or tutoring relationship.

The top five searches to date have been for tarot, math tutor, guitar, fitness, and Spanish, indicating a diverse range of interests and needs among users. It can also be used for everyday tasks like learning to tie a bow or the latest Tik Tok dance. 

Skillr’s founder, Cassel Shapiro, is a former fund manager and investment banker who recognized the need for a real-time platform that connects experts with people who need their services. His vision for Skillr is to create a marketplace where people can learn from live experts, and experts can earn money by sharing their knowledge and skills in their spare time. With Skillr, he has created a platform that benefits both the user and the expert.

Last month, the company also announced a partnership with MediOrbis to expand its offerings to include telemedicine services, adding another dimension to its marketplace. This partnership allows Skillr’s users to access medical professionals instantly through VidChat, without additional overhead costs. The move aims to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for people worldwide.

Since its launch, Skillr has seen impressive traffic, with over 10,000 registered users and counting. In addition to its growing user base, Skillr has also caught the attention of some notable investors and backers. The app boasts a list of notable shareholders, board members, advisors, and business partners, including iHeartMedia, Elvis Duran and Z100, Rohan Marley, Lion Order, and RoMarley Wines, and Peter Borish, co-founder of the Robin Hood Foundation, founding partner of Tudor Investment Corp., and chairman and CEO of Computer Trading Corp.