In this episode, Karen Simpson from My Primary and Secondary Tutor shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful tuto, entrepreneur and business owner with David.
Karen discusses the challenges and motivations behind her career transition, the guilt associated with leaving the teaching profession, and the importance of having a clear 'why' for making such a significant change.
She emphasises the need for support and mentorship, the financial considerations involved in transitioning careers, and the acceptance of one's identity as a business owner.
Karen and David also reflect on the perceptions of tutoring within the education system, the parallels with healthcare and other public sector jobs and finally Karen's aspirations for the future.
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Chapters
00:00 The Unexpected Journey into Tutoring
02:58 From Student to Teacher: A Lifelong Dream
04:37 Navigating Career Breaks and New Opportunities
06:33 The Transition from Teaching to Tutoring
08:47 Passion Ignited
09:28 Finding the Right Moment to Leave Teaching
10:54 Understanding Motivation and Overcoming Guilt
13:12 Building a Business: The Challenges and Rewards
16:13 Creating a Legacy in Education
17:11 The Guilt of Leaving
20:08 The Business Community
20:56 Exploring Identity and Professional Roles
21:26 Transitioning from Teacher to Business Owner
25:04 The Impact of Awards and Recognition
28:05 Navigating Career Transitions and Financial Considerations
31:04 Skills Assessment and Business Planning
35:35 The Importance of Support and Mentorship
36:59 Adapting Plans and Embracing Change
42:35 The Drive Behind Business Success
42:59 Others Seeing Negative Traits
45:15 Embracing Self-Motivation and Visibility
46:27 Navigating Overwhelm in Business
49:30 Facing Fears in Business Transitions
51:58 Seeking Guidance and Building Networks
53:43 Overcoming Negative Perceptions in Education
55:51 The Importance of Collaboration in Education
59:27 Vision for the Future and Legacy
01:03:05 Learning to Say No and Focus on Goals
01:04:51 Key Takeaways for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
