066: How Carla DIY'd her Transition into corporate as a transitioned teacher

If you're a teacher who knows you cannot stay in the classroom forever but also does not want to gamble your future, this episode is for you.In Episode 66, I sit down with Carla C. Whyte, a transitioned teacher who did not wait for permission, luck, or a perfect roadmap. She made a clear decision and built her corporate transition step by step. Carla shares what it actually looked like to leave education, how she reframed her experience, and the internal shifts required to show up confidently in a completely new world.This conversation is honest about the work. The mindset shifts. The patience. And the strategy it takes to move from teaching into corporate without losing yourself along the way.When you listen to this episode, you’ll walk away with:Belief that teachers really do belong in corporate rolesClarity on why strategy matters more than motivationA grounded understanding of how confidence shows up in interviewsPermission to stop underselling your experienceA realistic picture of what the job search process requiresReassurance that taking your time does not mean you are behindValidation that your skills translate, even if the language is differentA calmer, more intentional way to think about your next moveThis is not about rushing your exit. It is about making a smart one.Are you a burnt out educator looking to leave the classroom but don't know where to start? Click here to enroll in my DIY Exit Plan Course.Are you a burnt out women in education ready for 1:1 mentorship, a custom 100K Career Plan + an additional stream of income? click here book a free 1:1 sales call to learn how to use your teaching experience to make 100k and beyond! On our call will personally map out how to make your 6K back in less than six months!Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) + Youtube (Weekly Video Podcasts + Transitioned Teacher Vlogs)