Teachers in Transition – Episode 247: The Job Market is Trash so It’s Time to Take out the Garbage of Limiting Beliefs!

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Feeling stuck in your career transition during this economic dumpster fire? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down five toxic myths that are holding job seekers—especially teachers and mid-career professionals—hostage in a broken system.

We’ll talk about:

Why now is still a good time to pivot
How “overqualified” is code for “we don’t know what to do with your brilliance”
Alternatives to the traditional 9-to-5
The power of the hidden job market
And the lie that teaching is “all you can do”

This is your reminder that you are not the problem—the system is. So grab a metaphorical trash bag and let’s take out the garbage, one mindset shift at a time.

🧭 Suggested Links & Resources

“What Else Can I Do” Song from Encanto
O*NET Online – Explore careers and learn how to translate your skills
Skills Translator: CareerOneStop – Match your skills to other industries
Small Habits, Big Change by Dr. Rebecca Branstetter – Reinvent your habits, rebuild your energy
TeachersinTransition.Com
How to Find the Hidden Job Market – Harvard Business Review’s take on hidden job search strategy
The Elephants at the San Diego Zoo – the AP Article, with the Video

Suggested Links

Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025
Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025

Connect with Vanessa

Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com
Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099
Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here
Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social
Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more!

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 247: The Job Market is Trash so It’s Time to Take out the Garbage of Limiting Beliefs!

Teachers in Transition

published 18 days ago

MP3•Episode home

Send us a text

We’ll talk about:

Why now is still a good time to pivot
How “overqualified” is code for “we don’t know what to do with your brilliance”
Alternatives to the traditional 9-to-5
The power of the hidden job market
And the lie that teaching is “all you can do”

This is your reminder that you are not the problem—the system is. So grab a metaphorical trash bag and let’s take out the garbage, one mindset shift at a time.

🧭 Suggested Links & Resources

“What Else Can I Do” Song from Encanto
O*NET Online – Explore careers and learn how to translate your skills
Skills Translator: CareerOneStop – Match your skills to other industries
Small Habits, Big Change by Dr. Rebecca Branstetter – Reinvent your habits, rebuild your energy
TeachersinTransition.Com
How to Find the Hidden Job Market – Harvard Business Review’s take on hidden job search strategy
The Elephants at the San Diego Zoo – the AP Article, with the Video

Suggested Links

Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025
Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025

Connect with Vanessa

Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com
Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099
Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!
Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here
Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social
Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more!

Help Grow the Podcast!

Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say. People find new podcasts mostly because they’ve been recommended by someone they know.

The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout

249 episodes

#Careers #Fitness #Religion #Business #Mental Health #Vanessa Jackson #Teacher Burnout #Job Burnout #Stress #Stress Management #Stress Relief #Career Transitions #Job Search Advice

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 249: Interview with Ryan Hennessey 26:10

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Send us a text In this episode, Vanessa talks with Ryan Hennessey about his journey out of the classroom, through self-discovery, and into entrepreneurship. Ryan does adventure retreats, wellness coaching, and still does some math and science tutoring in collaborative sessions through his multi-faceted company. Connect with Ryan! · Check out his Substack at @IAmRyanHennessey · Navigate to his website and see what he offers at https://Ryan-Hennessey.com LAST WEEK TO REGISTER FOR THE WORKSHOPS! Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025 Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025 Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Help Grow the Podcast! Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say. People find new podcasts mostly because they’ve been recommended by someone they know.…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 248: Of Dragon Hoards and Danger Signs: Clearing Space & Spotting Toxic Workplaces 21:25

11 days ago21:25

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Send us a text Feeling buried in classroom chaos? In this episode, Vanessa tackles the teacher hoard, shares a clever space-creating hack, and breaks down how to spot toxic job red flags before saying yes to your next gig. It’s part spring cleaning, part soul-saving truth-telling. Take a breath, clear some space, and tune in. Episode Highlights: Vanessa’s back (pollen and all!) with a three-part episode to help teachers feel lighter—physically and emotionally. This week, we’re digging into: 🧹 Your Teacher Hoard: Learn how to declutter with compassion and intention. Key questions to ask yourself before keeping one more coffee cup. Why ditching duplicates, scanning files, and sharing supplies can lighten your load and your heart. ✨ Teacher Hack: Use the “Useless” Space How one awkward corner turned into a quilting haven—and what your forgotten classroom corners might hold. Real talk on repurposing spaces to spark new joy, hobbies, and peace. 🚩 Career Transition Segment: Red Flags at Work A heartbreaking real-life story of systemic failure in education—and what we can learn from it. How to reflect on past toxicity to avoid stepping into more. What red flags to look for in interviews, job descriptions, and office culture. Mentioned in This Episode: Marie Kondo’s "Spark Joy" Method The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein How to Scan Paper to PDF (Google Drive Tutorial) – Article or Video Tutorial Dropbox or Google Drive (backup your scanned files!) Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025 Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025 Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! YOU Can Help Grow the Podcast! Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say. People find new podcasts mostly because they’ve been recommended by someone they know and trust - like you! The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 247: The Job Market is Trash so It’s Time to Take out the Garbage of Limiting Beliefs! 16:21

18 days ago16:21

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Send us a text Feeling stuck in your career transition during this economic dumpster fire? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down five toxic myths that are holding job seekers—especially teachers and mid-career professionals—hostage in a broken system. We’ll talk about: Why now is still a good time to pivot How “overqualified” is code for “we don’t know what to do with your brilliance” Alternatives to the traditional 9-to-5 The power of the hidden job market And the lie that teaching is “all you can do” This is your reminder that you are not the problem—the system is. So grab a metaphorical trash bag and let’s take out the garbage, one mindset shift at a time. 🧭 Suggested Links & Resources “What Else Can I Do” Song from Encanto O*NET Online – Explore careers and learn how to translate your skills Skills Translator: CareerOneStop – Match your skills to other industries Small Habits, Big Change by Dr. Rebecca Branstetter – Reinvent your habits, rebuild your energy TeachersinTransition.Com How to Find the Hidden Job Market – Harvard Business Review’s take on hidden job search strategy The Elephants at the San Diego Zoo – the AP Article, with the Video Suggested Links Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025 Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025 Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Help Grow the Podcast! Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say. People find new podcasts mostly because they’ve been recommended by someone they know. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 246: The Anti-Burnout Toolbox and Moving from Doubt to Determination 14:23

25 days ago14:23

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Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. In this episode of Teachers in Transition , Vanessa shares practical tools to combat stress, avoid burnout, and build your future—one pause at a time. Learn how to manage your energy, set boundaries, and prepare for career moves during uncertain times. Plus, don’t miss the announcement of two FREE workshops: one on resume writing (May 3) and one on optimizing your LinkedIn profile (May 4). 🎧 teachersintransition.com “A Certain Degree of Determination, Daring on a Different Course” ~Neil Peart Suggested Links Midlife Mastery Summit Registration on April 12, 2025: Register today - LAST CHANCE Get Registered for the Resume Workshop on May 3, 2025 Get Registered for the LinkedIn Optimization Workshop on May 4, 2025 (scroll down the page a little) Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Help Grow the Podcast! Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say. People find new podcasts mostly because they’ve been recommended by someone they know. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition Podcast UPDATE! 0:54

27 days ago0:54

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Send us a text This is just a quick update to let everyone know that we are moving our drop day from Saturday to Wednesday. Also, mark those calendars! On May 3rd, Vanessa will host a Resume Workshop and on May the 4th, she’ll host a workshop on LinkedIn Optimization. Both workshops will be 2:00PM central and are absolutely free to attend! Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more!…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 245: Spotlight on the Virtual Assistant Path for Educators; An interview with Elizabeth Houston 20:24

5 weeks ago20:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , host Vanessa Jackson explores the concept of branching out rather than narrowing focus in career transitions. She reflects on how traditional education once encouraged broad exploration, whereas today’s systems push students toward early specialization. Vanessa emphasizes the importance of rediscovering curiosity, exploring new interests, and allowing career transitions to unfold organically. Joining Vanessa is Elizabeth “Liz” Houston, a former teacher who successfully transitioned into a career as a Virtual Assistant and Website Designer. Liz shares her journey from burnout in the classroom to building her own business, discussing the steps she took to leave teaching, save for her career change, and discover her passion for web design. She provides insights into what Virtual Assistants do, the skills teachers bring to the role, and how aspiring Virtual Assistants can find their first clients. Liz also discusses her business growth, the balance between Virtual Assistant work and web design, and the possibility of mentoring others into this career path. Whether you’re a teacher considering a transition or someone curious about the Virtual Assistant field, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice. Tune in to learn how to embrace curiosity, explore new career paths, and break free from burnout! Plus, don’t miss her invitation to the Midlife Mastery Summit —a free, virtual event for women seeking confidence, balance, and joy. Suggested Links Midlife Mastery Summit Registration: Register today Free Discovery Call with Vanessa: TeachersinTransition.com/calendar Find Elizabeth Houston: ehoustonstudio.com Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It really does helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 244: Job Search Strategy - Think Like a Gardener 14:30

6 weeks ago14:30

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , Vanessa Jackson dives into the challenges of gaslighting in the classroom, how unchecked behavior can escalate, and why teachers should trust their instincts. She also shares a powerful mindset shift: scheduling fun to avoid burnout and maintain well-being. Finally, Vanessa uses a gardening analogy to explore the patience required in a job search, emphasizing preparation, persistence, and strategic networking. Plus, don’t miss her invitation to the Midlife Mastery Summit —a free, virtual event for women seeking confidence, balance, and joy. Suggested Links Midlife Mastery Summit Registration: Register today Free Discovery Call with Vanessa: TeachersinTransition.com/calendar LinkedIn Learning Courses for Career Changers: LinkedIn Learning Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Please Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It really does helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 243: Stop Chasing Jobs: How to Attract Opportunities and Take Control of Your Career Transition 15:57

7 weeks ago15:57

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , host Vanessa Jackson shares a humorous and insightful story about navigating mishaps as a musician—specifically, how a well-intentioned plan to play Handel’s Messiah on the organ went hilariously off the rails due to an unexpected tech glitch. With laughter and grace, Vanessa reminds listeners that when things go wrong in public, sometimes the best approach is to step back, admire the "egg you've laid," and move forward. In the second segment, Vanessa introduces the concept of a Prime Directive for Life —a guiding principle that helps simplify decision-making and bring clarity to priorities. Using a memorable story about teaching her daughter to drive, she explores how having a core rule—like "don’t hit anything"—can make even complex choices easier. She then challenges listeners to develop their own Prime Directive, one that keeps them focused on what truly matters. Finally, Vanessa dives into the fifth step out of the classroom: Attract . After deciding to leave teaching, clarifying strengths, building job search materials, and refining skills, transitioning teachers may still struggle to land a role. The key? Attracting opportunities by positioning yourself as a subject matter expert. Vanessa outlines practical ways to build visibility and credibility in a new field—writing LinkedIn posts, engaging in industry groups, volunteering, and even creating opportunities through consulting or entrepreneurship. By shifting from job seeker to industry contributor, educators can open new doors and confidently step into their next career. Resources & Links Mentioned: SUMMIT: Midlife Mastery: A Woman’s Guide to Lasting Confidence, Energy, & Joy Register today Have a Prime Directive to share? Drop Vanessa a message—she’d love to hear it! Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.co m Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It really does helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 242: Shining Bright in Dark Times: Lessons from the Iditarod and Refining Your Career Path 19:53

8 weeks ago19:53

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition, host Vanessa Jackson explores the inspiring lessons we can learn from the Iditarod and how they relate to leadership, trust, and resilience—both in and out of the classroom. Vanessa reflects on the crucial role of lead dogs in a sled team and connects their responsibilities to the challenges faced by teachers navigating career transitions. She also discusses an exciting new feature in ChatGPT—word clouds —and continues with Step 4 of her five-step career transition framework: Refine. Resources & Links Mentioned: Learn more about the Iditarod: Nome Nugget Facebook Page The history of the Iditarod: Iditarod Official Website Word Cloud Tool with ChatGPT: Try ChatGPT The Call of the Wild by Jack London Carl Sagan’s quote on star stuff: Cosmos by Carl Sagan Teachers in Transition: Success Path out of the Classroom Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It really does helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 241: You’re Not Alone: Building a Career Transition That Works for You 15:47

9 weeks ago15:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , Vanessa Jackson explores the themes of creativity, resilience, and unconventional problem-solving using cars as a metaphor for teamwork and thinking outside the box. Vanessa also discusses the reality of career success, highlighting that it’s rarely a straight path. She emphasizes the importance of adapting to change, recognizing one’s value, and making small but impactful adjustments. Drawing from her recent car-buying experience, she relates how many job seekers - especially career changers - struggle with being overlooked because employers focus on surface-level qualities instead of long-term potential. She shares a few clever life hacks—like using a tension rod to keep grocery bags upright and a binder clip to keep phone chargers in place—illustrating how small, strategic changes can have a big impact. Finally, she reviews in detail the Build Phase of career transition, guiding educators through essential steps like crafting a resume, optimizing LinkedIn, building a network, and organizing a job search. Suggested Links Resilience & Adaptability in Careers : Psychology Today: Embracing Change – The Path to Transformation Job Search Organization Tools : Trello for Job Seekers (requires you to sign up for a free account) 💡 Interesting Links & Resources: Teachers in Transition Episode 232 Teachers in Transition Episode 107 A Wikipedia history of The Astrodome Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It really does helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage at Buzzspout…

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Teachers in Transition - Ep 240: Seeing the Bigger Picture , Overcoming Overwhelm, and Navigating Uncertainty 19:29

10 weeks ago19:29

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , Vanessa Jackson explores the power of perspective, resilience, and community in navigating the stress and overwhelm that comes with teaching—especially for those contemplating a career change. She begins with a powerful story about how helping others can instantly boost our mood, sharing a real-life experience of lending a hand and seeing the positive impact firsthand. Then, she shifts focus to the concept of pointillism, using art as a metaphor for the teaching experience—sometimes, we’re too close to the dots to see the big picture. In the second segment, Vanessa provides a practical hack to combat overwhelm: Drop Some Things. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and reassessing priorities, especially when the weight of responsibilities feels unbearable. Finally, she dives into decision-making in times of uncertainty, inspired by an experiment conducted by a Duke University professor. She challenges listeners to consider how they navigate ambiguity and whether their current decision-making strategies align with their long-term goals. 💡 Interesting Links & Resources: 5-Minute Guided Relaxation Meditation Turtles Helping Turtles Stanford Article on the fact that People want to help more than we realize. Book Recommendation: Atomic Habits by James Clear Aaron Dinin and the 11:45 class – Questions of Failure and Ambiguity Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.co m Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social…

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Teachers in Transition: Ep 239 - An Interview with Donna King 25:31

11 weeks ago25:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Vanessa talks with Donna King from 360BalanceLiving about her transformation and leap of faith in entrepreneurship. Donna helps women in middle-age and beyond to feel good about themselves again through good food choices, movement, and working towards mental health. Donna shares how she works with her clients to accomplish that and has a great check-up tool for our listeners to see how they are doing in their life. The Wellness Wheel at 360Balanced Living Connect with Donna King: Donna.King@360BalancedLiving.Com Or Book a conversation with Donna here : Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.com Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast If you like the podcast and think we have valuable insights to share – please share with a friend! It helps so much when you subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast platform. We are still working on the transcript to this episode. When it is available, it will be posted on the episode's homepage.…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 238: Optimist, Pessimist, and About 40 Jobs You Can Do 21:27

12 weeks ago21:27

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Send us a text In this episode of Teachers in Transition , Vanessa Jackson explores the mindset of optimism and pessimism, how these perspectives shape our decisions, and how they influence career transitions. With a mix of humor, self-reflection, and insightful analysis, she shares personal anecdotes about her own tendencies, from hoarding supplies and skills to embracing lifelong learning. Vanessa begins by discussing the nature of optimism and pessimism, illustrating how they exist on a continuum rather than as absolute states. She introduces a quadrant system that categorizes different approaches to expectation and preparedness, helping listeners assess their own outlook. Through an amusing yet thought-provoking analogy of twin siblings—one an extreme optimist and the other a staunch pessimist—she highlights the importance of balance in mindset. Connecting this discussion to the world of education, Vanessa reflects on how teachers naturally develop hoarding tendencies as a survival strategy, ensuring they have the resources necessary to support students. She examines the broader implications of these behaviors, questioning whether they stem from optimism, pessimism, or a mix of both. Additionally, she considers how personal perspectives evolve over time, using the film St. Elmo’s Fire as an example of how shifting experiences reshape perception. In the career transition segment, Vanessa provides a valuable resource by identifying approximately 40 alternative careers that teachers can pursue without returning to school. She emphasizes that teachers already possess transferable skills that are highly valued in other industries. Listeners will come away with a deeper understanding of their own outlook on life and work, as well as practical strategies for approaching career change with a balanced perspective. Tune in to gain insights, motivation, and a fresh way of looking at the next step in your professional journey!…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 237: Less Noise, More Impact, & Resume Updates that Get You Noticed 17:54

14 weeks ago17:54

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Send us a text This week, Vanessa focuses on managing stress, understanding the impact of yelling, and keeping up with evolving resume trends. Designed for educators transitioning to new career paths, this episode provides actionable insights and practical tips. In Our Segment on Stress Management: Vanessa talks about how yelling, whether literal or metaphorical, can activate stress responses such as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn, leading to feelings of anxiety, guilt, or withdrawal. Recognizing the emotional toll of yelling is essential for maintaining mental health. Strategies to help build resilience are detailed. Career Transition and Job Search: Vanessa advises replacing the “Competencies” section on resumes with a “Highlights” section to showcase 3-4 impactful skills or achievements. Keywords from job descriptions should be bolded to improve visibility in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). The rise of short-form video resumes as a new standard for job applications is highlighted, encouraging listeners to prepare for this trend. Today's Teacher Hack Vanessa provides a practical hack for becoming comfortable with short-form videos, emphasizing that discomfort with self-viewing on video often stems from natural facial asymmetry and unfamiliarity with mirrored images. With regular practice, individuals can build confidence in their video presentations. Links! Montage from the movie, Real Genius LINK Connect with Vanessa Vanessa@TeachersinTransition.c om Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099 Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn ! Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa here Follow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.social Visit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Support the Podcast Subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform. Share this episode with someone who might benefit from its insights! The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode’s homepage.…

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Teachers in Transition – Episode 236: Branching Out and Exploring Entrepreneurship 14:17

15 weeks ago14:17