#051: Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How to Protect Your Energy and Empower Your Careerwith Grace StevensBurnout isn't a personal failure—it's a systemic challenge, and teachers deserve better.In this episode, Lisa sits down with Grace Stevens, a former corporate VP turned public school teacher, best-selling author, and host of the Teacher Self-Care and Life Balance podcast. Grace shares her journey from corporate America to the classroom—and why protecting your energy is the foundation for both thriving in teaching and navigating career transitions.You’ll learn science-backed strategies for setting healthy boundaries, debunk common myths about burnout, and discover Grace’s ECHO framework for educator empowerment. Whether you're staying in education or exploring new opportunities beyond the classroom, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, supported, and re-energized.

Links from Episode:

≫ Free Resource: Guide to Saying No
≫ Website: www.gracestevens.com
≫ Grace Stevens’ Book – Positive Mindset Habits for Teachers
Available in multiple formats:
• Paperback: Amazon
• Kindle Edition: Amazon Kindle
• Audiobook: Audible
≫ Teacher Career Transition Academy: www.teachercareertransitionacademy.com
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If you’re in the middle of a career transition and feeling stuck—mentally, emotionally, or strategically—this episode is for you. Whether you've been applying to job after job without hearing back, or you're still unsure what kind of career you're even aiming for, today’s conversation will help you reset, refocus, and move forward with clarity.
Lisa shares powerful mindset shifts, real stories from teachers who broke through the “stuck” phase, and a step-by-step strategy to help you regain momentum. From career clarity and informational interviews to small wins and strategic support, this episode is filled with encouragement and actionable tools to help you take your next step.
✨ Want more structure and support? The Teacher Career Transition Academy offers on-demand training, coaching, templates, and a full roadmap to help you go from overwhelmed to hired.

Links from Episode:

≫ Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
≫ 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.
≫ “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”.
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Curious about a career in HR training?
Your teaching experience might be the perfect foundation! Join us for part two of a two-part podcast for an insightful session with Danielle Remy, a former teacher who successfully transitioned into a role as an HR Training Specialist. Danielle will share her journey, discuss the key responsibilities of her position, and highlight how instructional skills from the classroom can be leveraged in corporate training. She’ll also offer practical tips for breaking into the field. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how your teaching expertise can lead to a fulfilling career in HR training!

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”.

Curious about a career in HR training?
Your teaching experience might be the perfect foundation!

Join us for part one of a two-part podcast for an insightful session with Danielle Remy, a former teacher who successfully transitioned into a role as an HR Training Specialist. Danielle will share her journey, discuss the key responsibilities of her position, and highlight how instructional skills from the classroom can be leveraged in corporate training. She’ll also offer practical tips for breaking into the field.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how your teaching expertise can lead to a fulfilling career in HR training!

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!

Think LinkedIn is only for people who already have corporate jobs? Think again. In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, I’m breaking down five powerful (and often overlooked) ways LinkedIn can support your career transition—whether you’re just starting to explore your options or actively applying to roles.

You’ll learn how to:

• Use LinkedIn to explore career paths and discover real-life success stories

• Create a profile that makes a strong first impression and opens doors

• Build credibility through simple, strategic engagement (no content creation required!)

• Tap into the hidden job market through meaningful networking

• Attract recruiters and hiring managers—yes, even before you apply
Whether you haven’t created your profile yet or you're ready for a full refresh, this episode will give you the strategy and encouragement you need to make LinkedIn work for you.
Need more support? The Teacher Career Transition Academy includes a complete LinkedIn training, profile templates, headline formulas, and expert coaching to help you stand out in your new industry.
Tune in and let’s build your LinkedIn presence with confidence!

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Sign up for Coaching Session: How to Start Your Career Transition
≫ 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”.
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Thinking about leaving the classroom but not sure what to do with your LinkedIn profile—or if you even need one? You’re not alone. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to build or refresh your LinkedIn profile as a teacher exploring a new career path. Whether you’re starting from scratch or giving your LinkedIn a total makeover, you’ll learn how to write a compelling headline (even if you’re unsure of your next step), craft an About section that tells your story, and reframe your teaching experience to fit the job you want. I’ll also cover tips for your banner image, profile photo, skills, and endorsements—plus what to do if you haven’t even created a profile yet. As a former copywriter, I’ll share practical writing tips to help your profile stand out and keep people reading. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what to say and how to say it—so your LinkedIn profile reflects where you’re headed, not just where you’ve been.
Want more support?
Check out the full LinkedIn training inside the Teacher Career Transition Academy.

Links from Episode:

≫ Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
≫ Sign up for Coaching Session: How to Start Your Career Transition
≫ 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!

Are you interested in exploring career opportunities beyond the classroom but still within a school?
Consider a role as an instructional coach!
Join us in part two of a two-part podcast for an insightful session with Terri Davidson, a former teacher who successfully transitioned into her role as an Instructional Coach. Terri will share her journey, discuss her daily responsibilities, and provide practical advice on how to use your teaching experience to step into this impactful role. She’ll also offer tips on securing a position as an instructional coach and much more.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how your teaching background can lead to a fulfilling career as an instructional coach

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!

Are you interested in exploring career opportunities beyond the classroom but still within a school?
Consider a role as an instructional coach!
Join us in part one of a two-part podcast for an insightful session with Terri Davidson, a former teacher who successfully transitioned into her role as an Instructional Coach. Terri will share her journey, discuss her daily responsibilities, and provide practical advice on how to use your teaching experience to step into this impactful role. She’ll also offer tips on securing a position as an instructional coach and much more.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how your teaching background can lead to a fulfilling career as an instructional coach

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!