Teacher Side Hustle: How a Viral TikTok Made Me Feel Guilty (Not Rich)

A Teachers Pay Teachers product went viral on TikTok. The money hit. And instead of celebrating — I felt guilty. Like, stomach-drop, something-is-wrong guilty.In the very first episode of First in Class, host Christa Jones unpacks the money guilt that kicked off her entire journey — where it came from, why teachers are especially wired for it, and what it actually means when making money feels wrong. She also gets real about who this show is for.This episode covers:• Why making money triggered guilt instead of joy — and the childhood + teacher identity roots behind it• The difference between a moral signal and a conditioning signal• Why this is NOT a “quit your job” show — and what it actually is• What’s coming this season: mindset, money, side income, and real conversations with teachers building wealth🎧 Subscribe now for new episodes every Tuesday.Come hang:Instagram → @teacherswithmoneyInstagram (Christa) → @christajeanjonesLinkedIn → Christa JonesLet's finally start your Teachers Pay Teachers store, together! → TPT Launch LabThis podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.