Teacher to Entrepreneur
The Teacher to Entrepreneur Podcast empowers educators to reclaim their freedom by exploring mindset, finance, marketing, productivity, and innovative approaches to education. Through a mix of solo episodes and candid conversations with T2E Intensive alumni and teacher entrepreneurs, you’ll hear real stories, strategies, and inspiration to help you design a thriving teaching business on your own terms.
Teacher to Entrepreneur
The Ripple Effects of My Own Healing
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In this conversation, Rachel Cicioni shares her transformative journey of leaving the classroom and the profound impact it had on her life, family, and career. She discusses the emotional struggles leading up to her resignation, the decision-making process involving her family, and the subsequent changes in her daily routine and self-care practices.
Rachel emphasizes the importance of prioritizing mental health and well-being, both for herself and her children, and reflects on how her new path in entrepreneurship has allowed her to thrive personally and professionally.
Chapters
00:00 The Non-Linear Journey Begins
01:15 The Decision to Leave Teaching
04:42 Finding New Opportunities
12:10 Embracing Self-Employment
14:39 The Importance of Self-Care
17:56 Transforming Family Dynamics
22:13 The Ripple Effect of Change
24:16 Looking Ahead: Business and Healing
Blog post referenced: The Unexpected Impact Leaving the Classroom Had on my Family