From Teacher to Tutor: A Journey of Change

In this episode, Karen Simpson from My Primary and Secondary Tutor shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful tuto, entrepreneur and business owner with David. Karen discusses the challenges and motivations behind her career transition, the guilt associated with leaving the teaching profession, and the importance of having a clear 'why' for making such a significant change. She emphasises the need for support and mentorship, the financial considerations involved in transitioning careers, and the acceptance of one's identity as a business owner. Karen and David also reflect on the perceptions of tutoring within the education system, the parallels with healthcare and other public sector jobs and finally Karen's aspirations for the future.Follow Karen:LinkTreeFind out more about the personalised tutoring Karen and her team offer: My Primary and Secondary TutorFollow Me:LinkedIn - David BirchmoreFor more info about Career Change and Transition, visit my website: Via NovaAlso find this episode on YouTube | Get a Shift OnChapters00:00 The Unexpected Journey into Tutoring02:58 From Student to Teacher: A Lifelong Dream04:37 Navigating Career Breaks and New Opportunities06:33 The Transition from Teaching to Tutoring08:47 Passion Ignited09:28 Finding the Right Moment to Leave Teaching10:54 Understanding Motivation and Overcoming Guilt13:12 Building a Business: The Challenges and Rewards16:13 Creating a Legacy in Education17:11 The Guilt of Leaving20:08 The Business Community20:56 Exploring Identity and Professional Roles21:26 Transitioning from Teacher to Business Owner25:04 The Impact of Awards and Recognition28:05 Navigating Career Transitions and Financial Considerations31:04 Skills Assessment and Business Planning35:35 The Importance of Support and Mentorship36:59 Adapting Plans and Embracing Change42:35 The Drive Behind Business Success42:59 Others Seeing Negative Traits45:15 Embracing Self-Motivation and Visibility46:27 Navigating Overwhelm in Business49:30 Facing Fears in Business Transitions51:58 Seeking Guidance and Building Networks53:43 Overcoming Negative Perceptions in Education55:51 The Importance of Collaboration in Education59:27 Vision for the Future and Legacy01:03:05 Learning to Say No and Focus on Goals01:04:51 Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs