Teachers in Transition – Ep 223 – The In-between Times, Drawer Rails, and The 5 Steps to Career Transition

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Teachers in Transition, host Vanessa Jackson explores how to spend the "in-between times" in a way that reflects and supports your mental health. Drawing inspiration from a memoir by the bass player of her favorite band, Vanessa shares insights on how intentional activities during downtime can either enhance or drain our well-being. Vanessa also shares a useful organizational hack for teachers, involving adhesive rails that help keep bins neat and accessible. This hack simplifies classroom and home organization, allowing teachers to save time and reduce clutter.Finally, Vanessa breaks down the career transition process into five clear steps:Decide – The challenging but essential decision to leave teaching.Clarify – Identifying your skills, goals, and exit strategy.Build – Creating the necessary tools like resumes and LinkedIn profiles.Refine – Fine-tuning your application process and expanding your network.Attract – Positioning yourself as an expert in your new field and creating opportunities through networking.She encourages teachers considering a career change to listen to their inner voice, reflect on their needs, and reach out for guidance if neededAre you ready to schedule that discovery session to see if you are ready to make the leap?  Head over to the calendar and schedule a time for you to talk one on one with Vanessa Follow Teachers in Transition on Facebook to stay in the know of all the latest information along with doses of inspiration. Want more?  You can join in the discussion on our podcast’s Facebook page!Come and see! www.teachersintransition.comThe book: My Effin’ Life by Rush bassist and vocalist, Geddy Lee.  It is available in hardcover, kindle, and audible versions.  A link to the drawer rails on Amazon.  This is not an affiliate link and I make nothing if you click on it. And remember to send your comments, stories, and random thoughts to me at [email protected]!  I look forward to reading them.  Would you like to hear a specific topic on the pod?  Send those questions to me and I’ll answer them. Feel free to connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!The transcript of this podcast can be found on the podcasts’ homepage at Buzzsprout.     Support the show