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The Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Anxious to Happy: Renewed Energy in a New RoleOnce a Secondary Drama Teacher and Head of Drama, Serena felt frustrated with the “other elements” of teaching and wanted more time to focus on the “important stuff” with her students. Returning from maternity leave, and battling exhaustion both at work and at home, she was driven to seek a new role that better aligned with her values and passions. Initially taking on her job search alone, Serena joined the Academy last April and went on to secure a fantastic role as a Schools Resources Manager. Taking the best bits of teaching with her, she is now enjoying...2025-04-2239 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTaking the Plunge into the Wider World“I’ve got to try something different.”Former History Teacher and Assistant Head, Simon remembers “running on empty all the time”. Following a conversation on the playground, Simon experienced a moment of realisation that teaching was no longer sustainable for him or his family, feeling “a weight off” after handing his notice in. Now an Account Manager for Unifrog Education, Simon’s new role involves problem-solving, relationship building, and continuing to make an impact on the world of education. He’s embracing the opportunity to work for a company that aligns with his values, whilst enjoying new-found...2025-04-1539 min
Uncorking a StoryWriting from the Margins, with Joanne Howard“Don’t be your own no—if the answer is no, let someone else say it. Don’t take yourself out of the race because of your own insecurities.” – Joanne HowardIn this episode of Uncorking a Story, we sit down with debut novelist Joanne Howard, author of Sleeping in the Sun, a historical fiction novel inspired by her grandfather’s childhood in India at the end of British rule. Joanne shares her journey from copywriter to published author, the emotional and creative process of writing her first novel, and how a pandemic pup named Kash bec...2025-04-0820 minThe Adventures After Teaching Podcast"It's Life-Changing": Rediscovering Life After Burnout“It had taken over my entire life.”Associate Assistant Headteacher and Head of Geography, Victoria found her ‘4 day working week’ became a 50-60 hour commitment, frequently working 12 hours on a Sunday. Struggling with feelings of not wanting to let people down, she eventually gave herself permission to move on to a new adventure. Now the Deputy Director of an education charity, Victoria enjoys a varied role that leans into her relationship building skills and strategic expertise. She is loving the opportunity to have an impact at a high-level in the world of education, as well as re-con...2025-04-0831 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastPutting the ‘Life’ Back into Work-Life Balance“It was fantastic until it wasn’t so fantastic anymore”Primary Deputy Head Giselle took a lot of positives from her teaching career, spending 23 years working in the same school with a “lovely team and a lovely community”. But, as a self-confessed people-pleaser, she eventually found herself wearing too many hats and, with increasing classroom commitments, the workload became unsustainable. Now an Operations Manager and Employability Lead for a CIC (Community Interest Company), Giselle is experiencing joy and fulfillment once again in this education-adjacent role. Enjoying relaxed mornings, time-freedom, and new opportunities for development in her unicorn...2025-04-0131 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCoping, Not Thriving: Falling Out of Love with Teaching“It wasn’t a choice anymore … I had to go.”After 21 years of teaching in Secondary schools, Lucy found herself falling out of love with the job. Throughout her career she’d tried different role and different schools, but no longer felt the same passion for the profession that she once had. “I just didn’t feel like I was myself anymore,” she shares in this episode. Now a Teacher Resources Production Manager with OCR, Lucy has no regrets about embarking on her new adventure and is enjoying a life of hybrid working, renewed confidence, increased autonom...2025-03-2533 minThe Adventures After Teaching Podcast“I Feel Completely Different”: Exploring Diagonal Steps in Teacher Career Change“I can’t be in this position next year.”Primary teacher Vicky loved so many things about teaching but, after 20 years in the classroom, she found that the scope of her role had increased so much from when she first started her career. Regularly working until 9pm just to feel prepared for the next day, she felt like she was missing out on being present with her own family and knew that it was time for a change. Now a Regional Trainer with Literacy company Lexonik, and also one of the Adventures After Teaching Academy’s Associa...2025-03-1839 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastStimulation Without Stress: Landing A Role That Ticks All The Boxes“I wouldn’t go back.”Special school Assistant Head Clare was always taking care of others around her … not realising the impact that burnout was having on her own life. After finally giving herself permission to stop and being signed off sick from work, she started to explore other options outside of teaching - daring to dream of jobs that might combine both a healthy work-life balance and align with her interests.Now an EHC Coordinator for her local authority, Clare is enjoying still being a part of the education world in a role that offers “s...2025-03-1145 min
“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne CareyMark Howard and Chelsea Hoy: Leading Trinity Irish Dance Company to Celebrate 35 years of Innovative Irish Dance"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey with special guests Mark Howard and Chelsea Hoy of Trinity Irish Dance Company.In this episode of Dance Talk, host Joanne Carey chats with Mark Howard and Chelsea Hoy from the Trinity Irish Dance Company discussing their personal journeys into Irish dance, the company, and the cultural significance of Irish dance. The conversation highlights the innovative choreography that sets Trinity apart, the importance of imagination in the creative process, and the upcoming 35th anniversary season. The episode emphasizes the power of dance to connect with audiences and the mission of inclusivity and kin...2025-03-0559 min
GSMC Book Review PodcastSleeping in the Sun by Joanne Howard | GSMC Book Review PodcastSarah sits down with author Joanne Howard to discuss her compelling historical fiction novel, Sleeping in the Sun. Set in the final years of the British Raj, this gripping story explores colonial tensions, family dynamics, and the struggle for identity in a rapidly changing India.At the heart of the novel is Gene Hinton, a young American boy growing up in Midnapore, India. His family, American missionaries, operate a boarding house on the outskirts of town, offering shelter to those in need. Though they live with the privileges of white foreigners, they are outsiders to British society. Gene’s...2025-03-0458 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastIt’s Time to Let Loose! Being Open to New Possibilities on Your Teacher Career Change Journey“I can’t do this anymore.”Secondary Science teacher, Susanna, was done with the classroom - but not with teaching! Still with a great passion for learning and for her subject, it was the commute, the pressure, and all those extra duties that were really taking a toll and brought her to the realisation that it was time for something new. Now a STEM educator for neurodivergent learners with online alternative provision Gaia Learning, Susanna is embracing the opportunity to be creative, enjoy flexibility in her life, deliver future-focused education that puts the learner first, and be...2025-03-0427 min
Writers' VoicesJoanne HowardIn Sleeping in the Sun, award-winning poet, Joanne Howard, presents her debut novel set in Midnapore, India, in the 1930’s during the last years of the British Raj. Told from two points of view, the story follows Gene Hinton, a 12-year-old boy who’s lived in India all his life with his American missionary family, and Read More 2025-03-0259 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastReigniting a Passion for Working with Young People: Fulfilment, Flexibility & Fun!“I’m not prepared to give up any more of my personal life” After spending 12 years teaching in special needs schools, Assistant Head Rachel loved working with children and young people but found herself frustrated by the lack of resources available to support them and overwhelmed by the impact of teaching on her home life. Joining the Academy in April 2023, Rachel went on to land herself a part-time role with children’s charity Barnado’s, and poured her additional time and energy into setting up a business that aligned with her passions and specialist expertise. Now running...2025-02-2533 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastA Story of Self-Rediscovery: Battling Chronic Illness whilst Job HuntingOne of our earliest Academy members, Laura joined Adventures After Teaching three years ago. After 17 years teaching Secondary Maths whilst also dealing with a chronic health condition, she enrolled in our free Stay or Go workshop and began to dream of new possibilities outside of the classroom. Laura landed herself a new role as a Digital Skills Trainer and embraced a life of remote working and flexible job perks, whilst still retaining all the aspects of teaching that she loved - relationship building and flexing those coaching and mentoring skills! In the last year, Laura has moved o...2025-02-1839 min
ASIAN AMERICA: THE KEN FONG PODCASTEP 509: Joanne Howard On Writing "Sleeping In The Sun" Debut NovelCalifornia-based Asian American writer Joanne Howard discovered her grandfather's journals which he'd written while the family was serving as Baptist missionaries to India in the 1930s. Fascinated by his firsthand accounts of being an American family as India began to push back against being a colony of Great Britain, Howard was inspired to create a story of a family much like his, told from the perspectives of the youngest of four American boys and the family's Indian man-servant. You can find her on Instagram @joannesbooks and visit her webpage (www.joannehowardwrites.com).2024-11-2458 min
Big Blend RadioAuthor Joanne Howard - Sleeping in the SunCelebrate the end of National Book Month and Family History with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring debut novelist Joanne Howard. Hear about her historical fiction debut "Sleeping in the Sun" that was inspired by her family history and shares the story of how unlikely friends uncover the cruel reality of British-led India. Out now through She Writes Press, "Sleeping in the Sun" transports readers to the past where a young American and his Indian servant must face the reality behind a faithful family friend and the consequences of knowing this truth. It's a must-read f...2024-11-0137 min
A Toast to The ArtsAuthor Joanne Howard - Sleeping in the SunCelebrate the end of National Book Month and Family History with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring debut novelist Joanne Howard. Hear about her historical fiction debut "Sleeping in the Sun" that was inspired by her family history and shares the story of how unlikely friends uncover the cruel reality of British-led India.
Out now through She Writes Press, "Sleeping in the Sun" transports readers to the past where a young American and his Indian servant must face the reality behind a faithful family friend and the consequences of knowing this truth. It's a must-read for f...2024-11-0137 min
Way Back WhenAuthor Joanne Howard - Sleeping in the SunCelebrate the end of National Book Month and Family History with this episode of Big Blend Radio featuring debut novelist Joanne Howard. Hear about her historical fiction debut "Sleeping in the Sun" that was inspired by her family history and shares the story of how unlikely friends uncover the cruel reality of British-led India.
Out now through She Writes Press, "Sleeping in the Sun" transports readers to the past where a young American and his Indian servant must face the reality behind a faithful family friend and the consequences of knowing this truth. It's a must-read for f...2024-11-0137 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTurning a ‘Pie in the Sky’ Dream into a Reality“I do love teaching … but I do not like the system.”Primary Teacher and Outdoor Learning Lead, Pauline was struggling with serious burnout. She tried a change of key stage and reduced hours but continued to feel like teaching was “just not the same anymore.”Pauline’s new adventure started with an idea … gardening! Over the last year, she has turned this passion for outdoor learning into an everyday reality. Now a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) Practitioner, she combines part-time charity work with growing her own business, connecting both children and adults with nature to support the...2024-10-2930 min
Books and BobaAuthor Chat w/ Joanne HowardOn this episode, we chat with Joanne Howard to talk about her debut novel Sleeping in the Sun, a coming of age story about a family of American missionaries living in India during the final years of the Brisish Raj. Joanne shares about her writers journey as well as how finding out about her own family's history as missionaries in India inspired her to write this story.Follow Joanne on Instagram at @joannesbooks and check out her debut novel Sleeping in the Sun available now on the Books & Boba bookshop!Books & Boba is a podcast ded...2024-10-2546 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastLeaving with Love: Finding Freedom Before BurnoutFormer History Teacher and Head of Sixth Form, Kirsty loved her school but was fed up with the constraints of teaching … working long evenings and regular weekends, as well as having no flexibility around holidays. Now working in Consultancy (with an epic job title that you won’t want to miss!), in this episode Kirsty details her journey out of the classroom, from “feeling my way around in the dark by myself” to using networking, work experience opportunities and the support of the Academy to help secure her new dream role. We also explore:Leaving be...2024-10-2229 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastStepping Away Confidently: Moving on from School Senior LeadershipWith so much love for her school and all that she’d achieved in her teaching career, Co-Headteacher Charlotte made the difficult decision to pursue a career change after “feeling depleted rather than energised.” Now in a brand new (recently promoted!) role as ‘Assistant Director, Programme Leader’ for a leading educational CPD organisation, Charlotte shares her journey to experiencing joy and passion for a new sector. In this episode, she talks about finding a job that encompasses some of the ‘best bits’ of teaching, utilises all of her amazing leadership skills, and gives her so much more flexibility to...2024-10-1527 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastEscaping the ‘Trappedness’: Finding Joy in Work AgainAfter losing her passion for teaching, Michala left her role as Head of Humanities and whole-school Teaching and Learning Lead to become a Training Programme Delivery Manager for a national charity. Rather than being triggered by one thing, Michala talks in this episode about a build up of lots of little struggles that eventually motivated her decision to walk away from teaching. Despite feeling stuck initially, she recalls her husband’s words: “you can become an expert in something else again”, as well as feeling validated and encouraged listening to other ex-teachers speaking on this podcast … now she’s bac...2024-10-0845 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastLoving Life as a Virtual AssistantAfter 14 years as a Drama Teacher and Subject Leader of Performing Arts, Nicola moved away from the classroom and set up her own business as a Virtual Assistant, specialising in all things systems and tech. Nicola shares her experience of struggling against an ever-changing educational system, “working harder, but feeling worse”, before deciding to step away to pursue a new passion. In this episode, we talk about all things ‘VA’ (Virtual Assistant) so if you’re interested in building a business or pursuing a pathway as a Virtual Assistant, you’ve got to give this one a listen!2024-10-0129 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastEmbracing Remote Working within the NHSA former Assistant Headteacher with 13 years teaching experience behind her, Amandeep transitioned out of the classroom and into an interesting new role as a Senior Education and Development Officer within the NHS. She shares her experience of stumbling upon the job advert (whilst on holiday!), nailing the interview and thriving in this position where her skills and expertise are valued and trusted. With her fixed-term contract coming to an end, Amandeep is confident that she now knows what works for her and is looking forward to approaching her next job search with a confident message of ‘I can...2024-09-2423 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBecoming a Specialist Teacher for Inclusive PracticeJoin me this week where I’m chatting to Cathie about her empowering secondment into the role of Specialist Teacher for Inclusive Practice with her Local Authority. Cathie shares her experience of burnout after 27 years of teaching, and talks of re-discovering her passions in this new role where she’s able to use her transferable coaching and mentoring skills, alongside her extensive knowledge of the education system and inclusion, to reassure and encourage teachers, parents, and children.In this jam-packed episode, we also explore:Recognising the cycles of burnoutTesting your financial baselineAdaptations and gratitude in a...2024-09-1735 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSenior Leader to Head of Congregational Administration & CommunicationsJoin me as I chat to Rachael about her move from leading Maths to finding a rewarding new role leading communications and administration in a Franciscan Missionary. Rachael was looking at operations and project management roles when she found this unique role!Rachael looks after the Sisters supporting with logistics, reporting, communications, helping them to have worldwide impact with their missions. In this episode we also explore:Feeling torn between the classroom and leadership.Finding focused support with quantifying transferable skills. Treating career change as a "job" in itself.Five interviews lined up after us...2024-09-1032 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSecondary History to Charity Administrations and Systems OfficerCaroline was a Secondary History teacher who has successfully transitioned out of the classroom to become an Administrations and Systems Officer for a local charity. Her journey out of teaching took a year and she reflects on her need to take the time to explore her value and skills - the result making her comfortably able to showcase why she was the best person for the job!In this episode we also explore:Teaching not aligning with her health and family anymoreValues being at the centre of making a positive career changeEvery t...2024-07-2429 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastGeography Teacher to Programme ManagerLee was a Secondary Geography teacher with additional responsibility for careers, who has successfully transitioned into Programme Management. He shares with that even though he already changed careers when coming to teaching later in life, he still had a lot to learn about “de-teacherfying” his CV and navigating the world of recruitment. In this episode, we also explore:Mapping Lee's varied skills from teachingUtilising his event's management experienceEmbracing change without fear and knowing it will work outPractical career change support that helped himTargeting his energy in the job searchActually enjoying the interview process!Lee's day-t...2024-07-1627 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastDeputy Head to Domestic Abuse Schools Liaison OfficerAcademy Alumni Ruth was a Deputy Head with experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENCO, who is now working for a Local Authority as Domestic Abuse Liaison Officer (Schools). Ruth was able to combine her safeguarding knowledge and transferable leadership skills to successfully secure this role, allowing her to make a difference while not taking her work home with her. She shares her experiences of the local authority interview process and the gifts of working in a hybrid role.In this episode, we also explore:Recognising the impact work was having a...2024-07-0926 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastMusic Teacher to Learning Technology StrategistFran's fascinating career change has seen her move from Primary Music Teacher in a rural Primary school (along a squiggly career path) to where she is now as a Learning Technology Strategist. She offers some great insights into the world of learning design and we can utilise our teacher transferable skills.We explore where we can find roles in learning technology and learning design and chat about the need to put yourself out there - particularly the power of networking on LinkedIn!In this episode, we also explore:Feeling that...2024-07-0231 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCareer Change Success as a Quality Assurance Leader for NCFEAcademy Alumni member Gemma talks about her interesting move from Secondary Art teacher to Quality Assurance Leader at NCFE. She shares specific examples of the skills that she evidenced in her application and interview, and how these help her in the day-to-day role.As teachers and leaders in education, we have a wealth of quality assurance, moderation, assessment and training experiences - this episode shares another way we can use this in a very different setting. In this episode, we also explore:Maternity leave, lock down and competing with her pre-children teacher...2024-06-2536 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSetting up a Successful Alternative ProvisionAmy shares her adventure after teaching, setting up an alternative provision centre where she now employs a small team of teachers. In business for two years, we talk about her early experiences working in different settings before exploring the practicalities of securing a space, compliance and working with local schools. A must listen for anyone passionate about teaching on your own terms!In this episode we explore:Feeling the call to create high quality holistic provision for young peopleWhat to know about setting up an alternative provision centreHow running a...2024-06-1130 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastWorking with Universities as an Outreach OfficerAcademy member Paul shares his teacher career change journey with us - from teaching internationally to securing a role as an Outreach Officer at “Make Happen”, a company working in partnerships with local university and disadvantaged schools to increase access advice and info to students, teachers and parents on reality of higher and university education. He enjoys a hybrid role with time at home and the ability to truly switch off evenings and weekends. Paul's day-to-day gives a fascinating insight into the sorts of skills and experiences universities and charities who work with them are looking for...2024-06-0427 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastDelivering Training in Schools and Developing Partnerships as a Regional ManagerAngela was a Secondary Languages teacher who mentored ECTs before moving on to be a Regional Manager for a Financial Education Charity. Angela has the best of both worlds, working hybrid from home and also visiting schools. We chat about the skills you have for similar roles developing partnerships with schools and other organisations.In this episode we chat about:How Angela knew it was time to walk away from teachingFinding us through the Adventures After Teaching Podcast and help from the Summer BootcampEvidencing transferable skills on applications and finding rolesBeing assertive...2024-05-3129 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Low Confidence to NHS Diabetes EducatorAcademy alumni Kate was a Secondary Dance department lead who now works for the Diabetes Team within her local NHS as a Diabetes Educator. Working in the local community has allowed Kate to bring her enthusiasm and passion to a new role training others with the support of her clinical colleague. Kate describes her varied week and the tools that helped her make a successful transition. A really inspirational listen!In this episode we chat about:Knowing where to start when dance is all you knowListening to the "Stay or Go?" session in he...2024-05-2925 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastDeputy to Libraries Development & Engagement OfficerClaire is an Academy Alumni who moved from her position of Deputy in a Primary school to Development & Engagement Officer with her local libraries team. She has an amazingly varied role which mixes event management, programme development, team leadership and reporting, all while working with interesting partners across the local area. Claire shares a wealth of gold in this episode!In this episode we chat about:Battling the “mum guilt” as a senior leader in school (2:33)Clicking into place with the “Summer Bootcamp”Getting stuck into the community callsRefining the job search process using keywordsEnjoying managing a team...2024-05-2730 min
Coaching as BenevolenceAn Interview with Joanne HomesteadEryn and L' Shawn interview Joanne Homestead, founder of Desk Plant Creatives. Joanne shares her journey of using storytelling in teaching and business. She emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' stories, goals, and brand voice, and the significance of vulnerability and authenticity in entrepreneurship. She also highlights her approach to co-creation with clients and her experiences with blind spots in personal and business contexts.2024-05-1539 min
The Filmmaker's LifeThe Filmmaker's Life with Howard and Mitzi Allen 10/05/2023
The guests this week were Howard and Mitzi Allen. Howard and Mitzi are film and life partners that are based in Antigua. They premiered their 5th feature film this year.
Howard Allen and Mitzi Allen are the husband and wife team behind the award-winning production company HaMa in Antigua & Barbuda.
They've 5 feature films, 4 TV series and with numerous documentaries. Their first feature film “The Sweet Mango” has been recognized as the
first indigenous feature film for the Eastern Caribbean and it is archived in the Toronto International Film Festival Library.
The couple beli...2024-02-0359 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Teacher to Children's CoachIn this episode, Jo chats to Wendy about how she became a children's coach. Wendy felt trapped in teaching and joined the academy as she transitioned out. After exploring different options, Wendy found the path that allowed her to follow her passion and her business adventure began. This episode also explores:- Transitioning out of teaching.- Finding other income sources. - How to niche and build a business.- Wendy's day to day.- Developing social media skills. - Wendy's future business plans.- Top tips for starting a...2023-12-1225 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSetting up a Franchise Tutoring BusinessIn this episode, Jo chats with Kevin who chose to leave teaching and set up a franchise tutoring business which is going from strength to strength. Kevin shares his visions for the future and how he envisages his role and business will develop. In this episode, we also explore: - Exit plans for leaving the classroom.- How to grow and build a business.- Kevin's day to day.- The Pros and cons of having your own business.- The franchise business model.- The grief of leaving teaching.2023-12-0527 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Early Years Teacher to Youth Wellbeing OfficerIn this fascinating chat, Jo discovers how Michelle planned her exit from teaching by following her passion for outdoor learning. Michelle shares a lot of interesting information about becoming a Forest Schools Leader and how this allowed her to transition into her role of youth wellbeing officer for Wiltshire Wildlife Trust. In this episode, we also explore:- Following your passion to exit the classroom.- Transferable skills gained from teaching.- How to gain volunteering experience.- Michelle's day to day.- How to find a sense of belonging in a...2023-11-2828 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a successful summer camp businessIn this interesting episode, Jo chats with Tom an electronic engineer & ex-teacher, who followed his passion and started a tech camp to fill the long summer holidays. This passion soon turned from a hobby into a thriving full-time business providing good quality holiday wrap-around provision.Some great advice for any budding business owners out there! In this episode, we also explore:- How to gain experience to create your own business dream.- Finding good business guidance.- The importance of identifying gaps in your own capabilities.- How to grow y...2023-11-2128 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastHow to Start an Online Tutoring BusinessIn this inspiring episode, Jo chats with Arthur about how he transitioned from being a secondary maths teacher to an online tutor. They delve into the different types of tutoring work that is available for teachers wanting to leave. Arthur shares how being honest with yourself and really understanding what you want will allow you to create a tutoring business with the work life balance you desire. In this episode, we also explore:- How to find clients and grow your business.- The technical set up needed.- Finding a community to support yo...2023-11-1428 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBecoming a Funeral ArrangerIn this interesting episode, Jo talks to Rachael about how her past life experiences and transferable skills led her to becoming a Funeral Arranger. Rachael shares how she came to realise teaching wasn't the career for her and how she identified her needs and boundaries within work. This is a wonderful story of self-discovery in which Rachael shares how she's crafted a new career aligned with where she is in her life now. Warning - this episode does contain content about death, grief and mental illness. In this episode, we also explore:Reaching the d...2023-11-0728 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastWellbeing Passion to Business AdventureJo chats to Jenny, who decided to take a risk and create her own business following her passion of running and being outdoors. Jenny shares how a career shift towards pastoral and wellbeing support, led her to dream of being her own boss. All the puzzle pieces fell into place allowing her to create a wonderful business focused around coaching, running and mountain walking. This is a great episode for those in the community who would love to follow their passion and grow a business they love!In this episode we also explore:- How to...2023-10-3135 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher to Key Account ManagerJo chats to Steph about leaving teaching and becoming a key accounts manager in the waste management industry. Steph had worked in this industry before going into primary teaching and found her way back several years later! Steph shares how she had to leave teaching for her own mental wellbeing and how she's gained a much better work life balance outside of the classroom. In this episode, we also explore:- Reasons for leaving the classroom.- What an account manager role involves.- The transferable teaching skills that account managers need....2023-09-2127 min
Your Truth Shared#60 Unlock Your Purpose and Transform with Intention with Joanne SweeneyHave you ever felt like you just couldn't take the next step in life? In this part two episode of Your Truth Shared, Finola continues her conversation with Joanne Sweeney to unpack her journey from feeling stuck to taking action and creating the life she desired.
Clarity of purpose is vital to success. In this episode, Joanne explores the transformative power of intention and purpose, the work of healing, opening your headspace and heart space and the importance of surrounding yourself with growth-oriented individuals. Through Joanne's fascinating story and insights, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their...2023-08-0938 min
Your Truth Shared#59 Drive Your Vision Forward and Trust the Journey with Joanne SweeneyDo you ever feel like you have a vision for the future but don’t know how to get there? Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey can be daunting, filled with uncertainties and challenges. However, it is crucial to maintain a clear vision, trust one’s instincts, and seek guidance when necessary. In this two-part episode, Joanne Sweeney, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary, joins Finola to share her inspiring journey from broadcast journalism to establishing her own successful PR brand and launching Public Sector Marketing Pros.
With valuable insights on the power of vision, trusting the process, and embrac...2023-08-0123 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher to Accounts ManagerJo chats with Craig about making the brave decision to leave teaching before reaching burnout and how he landed his new role as an Account Manager. Together, they delve into the account manager role and how teachers have the skills and experience to make great client engagement managers. Craig shares how he now enjoys working at a slower, less pressurised pace with a constant feeling of achievement and being valued. In this episode, we also explore: - Reaching the decision to leave teaching. - What Craig's day to day looks like. - How to fin...2023-07-1623 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastHow to Become an Education AssessorJo chats to Wendy, who is now an education assessor and centre manager, about how she found a pathway where she could continue teaching and imparting knowledge without all the politics and policy burdens of schools. She shares how transferable our teaching skills are and how our experiences can be used to support others in their learning. As Wendy says:"The skills we've got as teachers are second to none!" In this episode, we also explore:- Wendy's varied professional career.- Qualification pathway to become an assessor.- The importance o...2023-07-1140 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTurning Creative Passion into a BusinessIn this fascinating chat, Jo catches up with Helen to explore how her ceramics business has transitioned and blossomed in a year. Helen had reached the decision that she loved teaching but not in schools, and took her passion for ceramics to create workshops for the community. Helen shares how she has used her transferrable teaching skills to help this business grow. In this episode, we also explore:- Developing a business pathway using your creative passion.- Understanding the journey of being self employed.- Finding windows of opportunities.- Developing your o...2023-07-0439 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBecoming a Mentor for Young PeopleJo chats with Ali about how she had to leave the classroom due to health reasons and then the road to recovery and rediscovery she has been on since. They explore the emotional rollercoaster of losing the teacher identity, learning to make life style changes and finding and re-igniting your passion when it is buried deep within. In this episode, we also explore:- The emotions around having to leave due to ill health.- Finding a safe community to allow recovery to happen.- How to manage fatigue, burnout and all the emotions a...2023-06-2738 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Classroom Teacher to Successful Published AuthorIn this fascinating chat, Colleen, a successful published author, who was terrified of leaving the classroom had reached a crossroads in her life. For her own creative and emotional sanity, she decided to focus on her writing full time and reveals how she found her own true writing style. Colleen shares lots of wisdom, helpful tips and advice for all the would be writers, who are still in the classroom and dream about leaving. As Colleen says, "Trust the process."In this episode, we also explore:- Fears around leaving teaching.- The di...2023-06-2039 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTraining and Events Administrator for Early ExcellenceHannah has made the exciting transition out of the classroom and is now a Training and Events Administrator for Early Excellence. She shares her story about recognising how she needed to leave teaching and find a her new role which has allowed her the flexibility to regain a work/life balance!This is a great episode for considering how to gain skills in support roles and how this opens doors to other opportunities. In this episode, we also explore:- Understanding the signs Hannah wanted to leave the classroom.- Mapping a journey o...2023-06-1321 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastWays to become a Freelance Curriculum Writer or Independent ConsultantThis episode I chat about my experiences leaving the classroom! I used my transferable skills to become an Independent Literacy Consultant allowing me to share my in depth subject knowledge, expertise and passion with others. Through exploring flexible working opportunities and networking, I transitioned into other freelance roles including curriculum design and programme development. I share lots of advice about how you to could make the transition from the classroom into roles where you can share your passions and subject knowledge! In this episode, I also explore:- How to set yourself...2023-06-0617 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastRecovering from Burnout and Finding a Work/Life BalanceKate is now a facilitator for teachers and leaders for an education charity and enjoys a work/life balance! She joins me to talk about the messy process of recovering from burnout, regaining her confidence, and finding a new role. Kate shares how the resources in the Adventures After Teaching Academy gave her the step-by-step plan and mental support to make a career change and find the family work life balance she has strived for! In this episode we also explore: - What teacher burnout looked like for Kate. - How the Academy helps you reco...2023-05-3037 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBecoming a Training and Development ManagerAdam made the exciting move from primary school teacher to Training and Development Manager for a company developing a programme for improving children's mental health. Adam explains how he has used his transferable teaching skills in his new role to create, develop and deliver workshops for developing positive mindsets for children. In this episode, we also explore:- Leaving the classroom, the notice period and being between roles. - The job application and interview processes.- The positive mindset programme Adam has created - What Adam's day-to-day looks like and the things he's le...2023-05-2337 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a Ceramics Business Whilst Leaving TeachingHelen shares her journey of turning daydreams into a reality and creating a blossoming ceramics business. Within 6 weeks of joining the Adventures After Teaching Academy, she was able to overcome her fears and start a business while still teaching full-time. She's now left the classroom and her business has continued to grow. Helen shares the ups and downs and her excitement for the future. This is a great episode for those in the community who would love to follow their passion and start a creative business! In this episode we also explore:- Following y...2023-05-1621 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a Business as a Professional OrganiserSheena chats to us about how she made the exciting move from SENCO to Professional Organiser by creating her own business. Sheena realised her strength was in organising and created a business that allows her to follow her passion to help people become more organised. She believes that organising skills are a valuable tool in helping with mental health. In this episode, she breaks down her journey and shares what when found most helpful when starting up on her own. We explore:- How to create a business using your strengths and passion....2023-05-0928 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBecoming a Young Person's Mental Health Project Manager in the NHSLauren made the exciting move from school leadership to a Project Management role within the NHS supporting children and young people's mental health. She's using her teaching and management skills to develop and coordinates project with multi-agency teams, while pursuing her passion for mental health. She shares her journey to a new balanced life working from home! In this episode we also explore:- Finding support and sharing the teacher career change journey. - How Lauren explored the idea of Project Management and working for the NHS.- Her experience preparing her application, using...2023-04-2526 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastPart-Time & Remote Work to Find BalanceBecs is now an Educational and Professional Development Officer for an Environmental body and enjoys a much calmer pace! Bec joins me to talk about her successful transition into a part-time remote role which allows her to be at home for her children whilst growing her career. She shares how the resources in the Adventures After Teaching Academy gave her the step-by-step plan and mental support to make a career change as a teacher. In this episode we also explore:- Finding accountability to make a move.- Getting the first job she went for! 2023-03-2816 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastRetraining and Celebrating Life as a CelebrantDeb shares her journey from teacher to celebrant! Having tried everything to make teaching fulfilling again, she knew it was time to make a change. It was a revelation at a funeral that led her to realise she had all the skills, compassion and creativity to become a celebrant!Deb is an Adventures After Teaching Academy member and shares her experiences of finding more balance in the classroom and settling her mind to growing her business. She shares the process of retraining and her exciting plans for a more creative future. In this episode we...2023-03-2719 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFancy a New Career as a Voice Over Artist?Shelley chats to us about her transition from Primary teaching to becoming a voice over artist. She worked her way up to deputy head before deciding there were other adventures she wanted to explore.In this episode, Shelley breaks down how she studied while still in teaching and planned her transition which included initially taking a sabbatical. She now enjoys a varied day and enthusiastically shares the joys of voice over with us!In this episode we also explore:- Where it all began with a love of characters and speaking to audiences....2023-03-1427 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a Dream Business as a ChildminderDanni is joining us this week to talk about her move from Primary education to starting her own child minding company. She now enjoys working for herself and having the freedom to provide a relaxed and creative learning environment for the children in her care.Danni shares so much gold in this episode and if you've ever wondered about starting your own childcare company, this is one not to miss.In this episode we also explore:- The legalities of starting out as a childminder.- The difference between childminding and starting a...2023-03-0744 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastAdventures on the Railway as a Train ManagerI'm joined by Matt, who after a successful career in teaching, found his next adventures working for the railway as a train manager!Matt talks to use about the process of applying for a wide range of positions and the interview process for his job managing trains across the country. In this episode we also explore:- The signs he wanted to leave the classroom. - The benefits which attracted Matt to the role . - The assessment process and interview against other service professionals.- Matt's day-to-day role and how his t...2023-02-2837 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Teacher to Graduate Police DetectiveI'm joined by the amazing Andrea who was one of the very first Adventures After Teaching Academy members! Andrea talks us through the whole process she went through to be accepted on the Police Detective graduate scheme.This is a fascinating chat as Andrea reflects on the process of selling her teaching skills and showing how these translate brilliantly to the police. Even if the police is not a career path for you, there is lots of great advice as Andrea explains how she approached the different styles of assessments and interviews!In...2023-02-2135 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFeeling Valued Again Working for The Duke of Edinburgh's AwardI'm joined by Ewan in this episode who talks to us about his adventure after teaching working as an Operations Officer for The Duke of Edinburgh's Award!Ewan describes the process of applying for multiple different sectors and how he persevered to open as many doors as possible. Now valued in a company which prioritises mental wellbeing in their staff, Ewan has developed his confidence and enjoys working closely with schools involved in the award.In this episode we also explore:How Ewan found the job search process and his top tips.What he...2023-02-1434 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastContent Creation, Voice Overs and Self-Publishing!Join me as I chat to Leanne about her transition from Early Years teacher to working for an educational publishing company. After leaving to pursue a Masters and securing some part-time work, lockdown hit and sent Leanne's plans into a spin!She set to find a job and secured an interesting role as a video content creator for Twinkl and Leanne has been with the company for several years creating and editing videos for YouTube. Leanne talks about how the flexibility of the role has allowed her to complete her Masters, forge a path in v...2023-02-0721 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFacilities and Business Services Manger for the National TrustJoin me for this interesting chat with Helen Woodhams as she explains her journey from education senior leader to working for the National Trust. Helen enjoys a varied day supporting multiple departments within the organisation and loves working across different estates and land-based projects. In this episode Helen shares how valued she feels and how she loves being part of a supportive team, focused on employee wellbeing. There are always a wide range of job opportunities within the National Trust and they recognise your transferable skills as a teacher. This episode is well worth a li...2023-01-3120 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastOpening Doors In Learning & DevelopmentDo you enjoy coaching and mentoring colleagues? Like evaluating curriculum needs? Perhaps you still enjoy training? In this episode we talk to Alison Dale, who went from Secondary English teacher to HR & Learning and Development professional.Alison has worked for an animal charity, a large accountancy firm (where she created their apprenticeship scheme) and now in a large law firm. Currently studying for her Level 7 certificate focusing on Diversity and Inclusion, Alison shares her route into the industry and gives advice on the best training courses to explore. I genuinely believe HR and Learning and D...2023-01-2437 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastLife as an Editor and ProofreaderIsobel Kent has had a fascinating journey which began with a background in law and music, before running a school library. She explains her path to becoming an editor and proofreader and the courses and associations available to support you to do the same. Isobel's company specialises in editing children's books and supporting authors to get their work into schools. We chat about the ups and downs of working for yourself, the path to creating a business that makes you happy and the importance of networking. If you have a love of language and are hap...2023-01-1749 min
What the HealthTech?Ep032: The power of listening, with Joanne Howard (Part 2)Malling Health’s Joanne Howard is back with Hayley on What The HealthTech, with the conversation turning to perception and communication with patients, service users and colleagues. This is a really lovely chat where we get more insight into Joanne’s nursing background and how we can all benefit from being more confident!2022-11-1723 min
What the HealthTech?Ep031: The power of listening, with Joanne Howard (Part 1)We’re so lucky to have Joanne Howard from Malling Health with us for the first of two fantastic episodes! This week, Joanne speaks to Radar Healthcare’s Head of Marketing Hayley Levene about the power of listening in healthcare and how treating patients as people makes a huge difference.2022-11-1035 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastEnglish Teacher Turned CopywriterI talk to Susan about her move from teaching English and Journalism in a high school to retraining as a copywriter. We explore the course Susan took, how she secured her first clients and how her niche developed over time.This is a great episode if you've ever wondered if you could make money from writing online and clearly explains the difference between copywriting and content writing. In this episode we also explore:Finding the perfect copywriting course (3:30)Getting her first clients (6:30)Niching her business to clarify her services (8:30)2022-07-1530 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a Franchise and Membership Supporting New MumsI talk to Emily Mills who has been out of the classroom for 10 years now building her hypnobirthing business and private hypnotherapy practice. After her own positive birth experience, Emily trained as a practitioner herself and has niched to support mothers. In the last few years Emily has successfully franchised her classes and expanded to offer mindset support for mums in her membership and 1:1 coaching.This is a really helpful interview for anyone interested in supporting new parents, mental health and building a community. In this episode we also explore:Finding th...2022-07-0834 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastGoing to Work to Play! Creating Story-Based Classes and Supporting New ParentsI chat to the fabulous Nikita who is the creator of the brand Story Sense. Nikita left the classroom after having her first child and when weighing up what to do for childcare realised there were no baby and toddler classes locally.Nikita's classes are based around books she writes and provides early education opportunities, as well as lots of support for parents around issues such as feeding, sleep and metal health. Her brand is going from strength to strength and she's now franchised. Listen to how she started and her top tips for others wanting to...2022-06-2834 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastA Year in the Life of a Teacher Turned Property DeveloperI'm joined by Joanne O'Connor who went from teaching Art to growing a property portfolio which allows her now to work very little day-to-day and have plenty of time for all the passion projects she'd been dreaming of.Joanne is keen to share how other teachers can start to invest in property and create financial freedom for themselves and their families.In this episode we also explore:Joanne's first steps into property renovation (2:30)Building her business while working (5:45)Creating her own pension (7:20)Learning to have more time (8:40)Teacher transferable skills for property development (10:40)A...2022-06-2129 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFamily Flexibility as a Will WriterElla talks to me about her interesting journey to retraining as a will writer and how this has changed her work life balance for the better. She explains the ins and outs of studying and choosing her hours to spend more time with her children. In this interview, Ella talks about the challenge of leaving teaching and we explore how easy it can be to look back with rose-tinted glasses! In this episode we also explore:Balancing leadership and family (2:00)Coming to will writing and retraining (4:05)Ella's day-to-day and how she gets work (6:30)Working fl...2022-06-1423 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastA Unique Journey as a Professional EmbroiderI speak to Chloe Savage who has had a fascinating Adventure After Teaching retraining as a professional embroiderer! Chloe Savage trained as a hand embroiderer at the Ecole Lesage in Paris and the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court Palace. Her work has featured on international catwalks with couture houses as well as in prestigious restoration projects. We chat about her transferable skills and how she adjusted to working online. Chloe's business is a great example of diversifying with multiple incomes streams and passive income including postal pack, courses and memberships.In...2022-06-0730 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBuilding A Community Around Your Self-Published BookJoin me as I chat to the amazing Anuper Roper who wrote about her relationship with body image in her picture book Sparrowlegs which she self published in lockdown.Anuper has been a passionate advocate for encouraging children to develop healthy talk around body image and supports parents, carer and teachers to have the tools to facilitate positive self-image. In this episode we also explore:- Creating her picture book Sparrowlegs - The power of networking and collaboration- Building a community and engagement- Anuper's plans for a second book...2022-05-2430 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastBuilding Multiple Income Streams with a Baking BusinessIn this episode I talk to Annie Bennett, who after 30 years in education, made the move to self-employment.Annie talks about how she navigated her exit while building her business and how it's developed over the past couple of years to flourish under the constraints of lockdown. In this episode we also explore:How Annie started the business (6:05)Going from growing bookings to lockdown pivots (9:20)Growing online income streams including self-publishing (12:35)Balancing supply teaching to support herself financially (16:12)What Annie loves most about being self-employed (20:30) Her top tips...2022-05-1732 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSTEM Explorers - Taking Science Outside the ClassroomI talk to Ruth who took her love of all thing STEM and created a busy activity class business. Ruth shares her journey from the classroom to the logistics of running a business which requires resourcing and taking your classroom with you!Ruth explains her experience of working with a franchise and what to ask when looking at this as an option and potential health warnings around this model. STEM Explorers was growing as COVID hit and Ruth had to pivot to an online model quickly. This is an interesting interview about the ups and...2022-05-1037 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher Turned Airbnb Business OwnerI talk to Tracey Whitehead about her amazing adventure starting and growing her Airbnb business. Tracey turned her second home into a holiday let and hasn't looked back. Having created a "home from home" feel with quirky decor inspired by her background as an Art teacher, Tracey's customers come back and she's always fully booked.Now her days are spent enjoying reading positive reviews and she is looking forward to growing her business.In this episode, we also explore:How Tracey got started with her first property (3:20)How a holiday...2022-05-0330 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating a Play Therapy BusinessIn this episode Esther Schencks talks about interesting journey from the class room as a nursery nurse and then 1:1 LSA to a play therapist.Esther and I talk about her studies and interests in attachment theory and her desire to work more holistically with children's 1:1 unique needs.Exploring the practicalities of training to be a play therapist, we discuss her business, Dandelion Play Therapy, and what her day-to-day work now looks like. In this episode, we also explore: What inspired Esther to train as a play therapist (5:40)Challenges for children...2022-04-2638 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastForest School to Outdoor Education BusinessI talk to Ellie Smallcombe who is living the dream on her small holding in Wales with her family. Ellie was a Special Needs teacher who trained as a Forrest School teacher before starting her own business.Ellie describes her journey building her business with her own small children and her plans to scale for the future. This fascinating chat explores ways to create an outdoor education company and the practicalities behind the scenes!In this episode, we also explore: Getting the most out of training opportunities at school (2:00)Insurances you need t...2022-04-1930 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastA Slower Pace In The Financial SectorJo talks to Catherine who has made a complete career change from teaching to an interesting role with Deloitte. She talks about what it’s like to work in the world outside of teaching and the refreshing pace of her new day-to-day. Catherine explains how her teaching skills have transferred to the financial sector, how she navigated the interview process and opportunities for teachers to move into broader training roles.In this episode, we also explore: The skills and competencies that could be useful in a role like Catherine’s (5:03) How th...2022-04-1222 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher Turned Successful HypnotherapistJayne Bell is a qualified hypnotherapist who exited teaching for a better work life balance. Jayne reflects on her rewarding journey and how she built her own hypnotherapy business both locally and online. Jo and Jayne talk ardently about the benefits of hypnotherapy, their training experiences and how teachers make amazing hypnotherapists! In this episode, we also explore: Tips for training as a hypnotherapist and setting up a hypnotherapy practice (8:08) The role of social media in building a community and drawing in potential clients (14:10) The practical aspects of wo...2022-04-0537 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTurning A Side Hustle Into A CareerJo talks to ex-languages teacher Caroline about how she developed an amazing opportunity from a side hustle to set up her own company.Caroline explains about how working for UW has supported her in her journey from customer to business owner.In this podcast, we also explore: The basic workings of Utility Warehouse, and what it’s like to work for them (2:50) Important points around financial considerations for taking a leap (6:20) Some the skills that teachers naturally have that are perfect for careers outside if teaching (8:15) Over...2022-03-2932 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastSupporting Early Career TeachersAfter moving up the career ladder in education, Alexandra decided to exit teaching to create her own business. Jo talks to Alexandra about her exciting transition to create an inspiring community for Early Career Teachers and provide them with essential support and training. This episode is full of great tips and insights into creating a business for a specific niche or client group. In this episode, we also explore: The changing picture in education and the effect this might be having on teachers (1:43) Reflections on how a business may evol...2022-03-2230 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastRetraining As A CopywriterJo talks to Sarah Davis who has embarked on an exciting journey to become the Parenting Copywriter. After 26 years in teaching, Sarah decided to write about her experiences as a parent and wen ton to write a popular book. Having worked with a copywriting coach, she retrained as a copywriter and now writes engaging content as The Parenting Copywriter. Sarah talks about the importance of niching and how she has built her business brand writing on everything parenting. In this podcast, we also explore:The struggle around teacher identity and...2022-03-1534 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastCreating A Successful Tutoring AgencyJo talks to Jemma Zoe who shares amazing insights from her exciting journey, which has taken her teaching all over the world! Despite completing her PGCE, Jemma Zoe decided to take a different route that led to her starting and scaling two very successful companies, The Education Hotel Tuition and Top School and Uni. If you've considered starting a tutoring business or have one you'd like to scale into an agency, this is the podcast for you. In this podcast, we also explore:The opportunities for t...2022-03-0833 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastGrowing a Mindfulness BusinessJo Bradley has made an amazing transition to becoming her own boss after teaching became too much. She talks to Jo about making the difficult decision to leave teaching and make an inspirational career in mindfulness. She also discusses the impact that mindfulness practices have had on her life.Jo now equips children, families and schools with mindfulness practices that promote better mental and emotional wellness through her own business, Learnful.In this episode, we also explore:“Teacher-mum guilt” – The shift in priorities as a parent and teacher (1:10)Jo’s o...2022-02-2839 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeachers Make Amazing Virtual Assistants!In this episode, Jo chats with Katie Stone who has created flexible, remote work as a successful Virtual Assistant. After having children, Katie realised that teaching wasn’t sustainable and started taking on admin work locally. She's now grown a thriving business as an entrepreneur and virtual assistant for educational businesses. Katie shares lots of great tips and advice for anyone wanting to set up as a virtual assistant and explains why she believes this is the perfect job for ex-teachers.In this podcast, we also explore:Leaving the classroom and the healing process fo...2022-02-2441 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastEmpowering Children Through CoachingJo talks to Primary Teacher, coach and author Jacqueline McGill about her brilliant growing business, Pursuit of Wisdom coaching. She talks about her exciting transition to becoming a life coach and the amazing support her company provides for children, parents and teachers on mindset. This insightful episode also delves into some interesting insights around empowering the mind.In this podcast, we also explore:How the Pursuit of Wisdom business began and how it works (3:10)How mindset, workload and burnout affects teachers (10:40)The concept of ‘limiting beliefs’ and...2022-02-2335 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeaching Children in CrisisBen Durkan talks candidly to Jo about his experience with stress in the classroom as a Secondary Drama teacher and his journey to a new career he loves. Ben explains how he tried several jobs before finding his dream job teaching children in crisis at a centre in the Lake District.If you love to teach but are fed up with the demands of the classroom, this episode gives some great insights into working in alternative provision supporting children at risk. In this episode, we also explore:Admitting when the stress is t...2022-02-1630 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFrom Teacher to Director of TrainingJo talks to ex-Primary Teacher Alice Beveridge about her exciting move to wellbeing and positive mindset company Tree of Knowledge, where she delivers inspirational training programmes, keynotes and coaching for schools and businesses. Alice took a chance to connect with a business she was inspired by and explains how her skills from the classroom have been invaluable. Now the Director of Training, Alice spends her time creating and delivering an amazing array of fascinating projects!In this podcast, we also explore:How making connections and bravery can lead you to success (6:30)Weighing up...2022-02-1528 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastTeacher to University Career's OfficerNatalie Freeman has made an amazing transition from languages teacher to careers professional. She talks to Jo about her journey through Further Education and Secondary schools inspiring young people with some fascinating projects. Now working with university students, Nat shares how she's used her transferable skills to successfully transition out of the classroom and land her dream job at the University of East Anglia as their Award Officer.In this podcast, we also explore:The difficulties faced by teachers heading towards burnout in the profession (1:50)The types of p...2022-02-1536 minThe Adventures After Teaching PodcastFinancially Planning Your Exit From The ClassroomIn this episode, Jo talks to Eileen Adamson who is a part-time teacher and money coach with a wealth of financial knowledge. Eileen explains how she informs and supports teachers to become ‘happier, healthier and wealthier’ and how she grew her amazing business ‘Your Money Sorted’. We also delve into the important issues around financial planning when leaving teaching including what you need to consider when thinking about your teacher's pension.In this podcast, we also explore:Financial top tips that support those leaving teaching and planning for your future (7:55)Having the right kin...2022-02-1534 min