Catherine Williams - From Burned-Out Teacher to Thriving Franchise Owner | Tezlom Podcast

In this episode, we're thrilled to have Catherine Williams, founder of Popcats, join us to share her inspiring journey from a burned-out primary school teacher to a thriving entrepreneur and advocate for joyful, music-driven education. Catherine spent 15 years as a primary teacher, pouring her heart into a profession she once believed to be a dream job. But by 2014, the pressures and constraints of the education system had taken a toll on her health and happiness. Determined to reclaim her love for teaching, she took the leap to build Popcats, a business founded on fun, music, and creativity.Today, Popcats has grown into a successful franchise with 21 passionate franchisees running interactive music classes for children all across the UK. Catherine’s mission goes beyond teaching children; she's dedicated to helping other teachers rediscover their passion for education outside the conventional classroom setting.In our conversation, Catherine opens up about the personal challenges she faced within the teaching profession, why she felt compelled to leave, and how she now inspires others to find their own paths to joy and purpose. Catherine’s journey is an uplifting reminder of the power of self-care, resilience, and the courage to pursue what truly lights you up.👉 If you’re feeling stuck or simply need a dose of inspiration, you won’t want to miss this episode with Catherine Williams. Let her journey remind you that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself and find a career that truly makes you happy.#TezlomPodcast