In Part 1 of this two-part episode, we explore Operations Management as a potential next step for former teachers looking for meaningful, sustainable careers outside of education.Join us as we sit down with former teacher turned Operations Specialist, Jake Schroeder, who shares his real-life transition story.

Jake walks us through what his day-to-day work looks like, the transferable skills from teaching that helped him break into operations, and practical insights for getting hired in this field.

You’ll also hear tips on positioning your background, understanding the role of operations within an organization, and why this career path can offer both stability and growth for educators ready for change.If you’re wondering how your teaching experience can translate into a successful, fulfilling role in the corporate world, this episode is a great place to start.

Tune in for Part 1—and stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll go even deeper into this career path.

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≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.

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≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
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There’s something magical about the start of a new year. ✨ It’s a blank slate… a chance to reflect, reset, and reimagine what’s possible.

If 2025 felt like a blur—or if you spent more time thinking about a career change than actually making one—this is your moment to shift from hesitation to action. In this episode, Lisa dives into how to use the energy of the new year to your advantage and explains why momentum is the #1 differentiator between teachers who make the leap and those who don’t.

You’ll walk away with:

- A fresh mindset for 2026

- Simple, actionable ways to build momentum (without burning out)

-Encouragement to finally prioritize your goals and take that next step This is the year you stop saying “someday”… and start making it happen. Let’s go.

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

The holiday season can feel like a whirlwind—classroom chaos, family events, gift exchanges, and the endless pressure to “make progress” on your career goals. But what if resting was actually part of the plan?

In this cozy, heartfelt episode, Lisa shares her personal journey of learning to slow down—with seasonal mugs, twinkling lights, and hard-won lessons about saying no. She opens up about the moments in her life and career when choosing rest led to clarity, healing, and even the birth of the Teacher Career Transition Academy.

You’ll walk away with:

- Permission to hit pause without guilt

- Insight into how rest can fuel your next steps

- A reframed view of downtime as intentional momentum

- Encouragement to protect your peace in a busy season If you’re a teacher trying to balance it all while planning a career transition, this one’s for you.

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
≫ Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” ←If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
≫ Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!