Beyond the Classroom with Lisa Harding – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we sit down with Dr. Kelsey Evans-Amalu, a former K-12 teacher who transitioned into higher education and now works as a consultant specializing in educator well-being. Dr. Evans-Amalu shares her journey from teaching to pursuing a PhD and eventually launching her own business. We discuss the causes and effects of teacher burnout, somatic healing techniques for stress, and practical tips for those considering a career change. Whether you're looking to heal from burnout or explore new career possibilities, this episode offers insightful guidance and inspiration.Links from Episode:≫ Dr. Kelsey Evans-Amalu's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kelseyevans-amalu8654
≫ Dr. Kelsey Evans-Amalu's Website: themindfulprof.com 
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In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, host Lisa Harding sits down with Denise Tsamouris, a former 5th-grade teacher turned Training and Development Specialist. Denise shares her inspiring career transition journey, discussing what motivated her to leave the classroom and how she navigated the challenges along the way.
Join us as Denise reveals the skills teachers already possess that are highly valued in the corporate training field and offers practical advice for educators considering a similar path. Discover what a typical day looks like in her new role, the surprises she encountered during her transition, and her top tips for making the leap.
If you’re a teacher exploring new opportunities beyond the classroom, this episode is packed with insights and encouragement to help you embrace your own adventure!
Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
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Now that you’ve shifted to a corporate mentality, formatted your resume, created your contact section, and wrote a strong professional summary – it’s time to tackle the rest.    Recruiters and hiring managers are looking for relevant experience and powerful statements that leap off the page.
In part 2 of this two-part series, you will learn how to:

• Identify your relevant experience
• Create powerful bullet points
• Find metrics to strengthen your bullets

Links from Episode:≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
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One of the most overwhelming parts for many transitioning teachers is how to update (or create!) their resumes.   In this training, we're covering the basics of how to write an interview-winning resume.
From making sure your resume is ATS-friendly, to creating powerful metric-based experience bullets.   And although your resume must be tailored to each job you apply for, there are certain principles that remain true no matter what role you want.
In Part 1 of this two-part series, you’ll learn how to:

• Shift to a corporate mentality
• Format your resume for the ATS system
• Create your contact section
• Analyze job descriptions for keywords
• Write a strong professional summary

Links from Episode:≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
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With over a decade of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring career-changing teachers and professionals in corporate America, I've seen it all. In this episode, I'll share the top 10 interview mistakes I've encountered and, more importantly, how to avoid them.
 You'll get actionable tips not just to dodge these pitfalls but to truly stand out in your interviews. Once you land the interview, it's all about winning the game. I'm here to give you the play-by-play on how to ace your interviews and secure that job offer. Tune in for your essential guide to interview success!

Links from Episode:≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

Join us, in this second part of a two-part podcast, as we delve into the dynamic career journey of Ashley Kurek, a former educator who transitioned into the fast-paced world of executive recruiting.
Ashley will share invaluable insights into her time as an executive recruiter and talk about how she first made this career transition from the classroom.
We’ll also dive into how this experience served as a springboard to her current career path.
Explore Ashley's transformative career trajectory, gain a deeper understanding of the executive recruiting landscape, and discover the transferable skills that propelled her to new heights.
Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

Join us, in this first part of a two-part podcast, as we delve into the dynamic career journey of Ashley Kurek, a former educator who transitioned into the fast-paced world of executive recruiting.
Ashley will share invaluable insights into her time as an executive recruiter and talk about how she first made this career transition from the classroom.
We’ll also dive into how this experience served as a springboard to her current career path.
Explore Ashley's transformative career trajectory, gain a deeper understanding of the executive recruiting landscape, and discover the transferable skills that propelled her to new heights.

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

Are you a teacher who is considering a career transition but feels like a fraud? Have you questioned your abilities? Doubted your worth? If so, you are not alone. Imposter Syndrome is real – and it can negatively impact your career transition, but it doesn't have to hold you back.

Join Deiera Bennett, a career transitioner turned career consultant, in this session that will provide a safe and supportive space for teachers to explore their feelings of self-doubt and learn how to move forward with confidence.
In this three-part podcast, you will learn:

• What imposture syndrome is … and what it’s not
• Why imposture syndrome impacts teachers making a career transition
• Signs to look out for that imposture syndrome is creeping in
• 3 practical strategies to overcome imposture syndrome and boost your self-esteem
• Tips for staying resilient and confident as you navigate your new career adventure

Links from Episode:≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

In this episode of "Teacher to Entrepreneur: Starting an Edu Consulting Company," I sit down with Georgia O'Keefe, a former teacher turned successful entrepreneur, to discuss her journey from the classroom to starting her own educational consulting company.
Georgia shares her experiences, the challenges she faced, and the rewards of helping other teachers pass their certification tests and conducting new teacher training workshops. Tune in to hear valuable advice, tips for aspiring teacher entrepreneurs, and insights into managing the ups and downs of running your own business. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about turning passion into a thriving enterprise.

Links from Episode:≫ Making the Grade Business Website: https://makingthegradeproject.com/
≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

Are you a teacher who is considering a career transition but feels like a fraud? Have you questioned your abilities? Doubted your worth? If so, you are not alone. Imposter Syndrome is real – and it can negatively impact your career transition, but it doesn't have to hold you back.

Join Deiera Bennett, a career transitioner turned career consultant, in this session that will provide a safe and supportive space for teachers to explore their feelings of self-doubt and learn how to move forward with confidence.
In this three-part podcast, you will learn:

• What imposture syndrome is … and what it’s not
• Why imposture syndrome impacts teachers making a career transition
• Signs to look out for that imposture syndrome is creeping in
• 3 practical strategies to overcome imposture syndrome and boost your self-esteem
• Tips for staying resilient and confident as you navigate your new career adventure

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!