June 22, 2026

From Classroom to Private Practice: Erica’s Dyslexia Journey

49 minutes

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In this episode, Rachel speaks with a Teacher 2 Entreprenuer client, Erica Triggs M.Ed. Erica shares her journey from classroom teacher to private practice dyslexia
interventionist, highlighting the importance of passion, trust, and strategic networking in building a successful educational business.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Editing and Podcasting
00:48 Meet Erica Triggs: A Teacher's Journey
01:23 Transitioning from Classroom to Private Practice
03:26 Building Trust with Students and Families
05:11 The Challenges of Being a Business Owner
07:51 Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Classroom
09:27 The Path to Becoming a Dyslexia Interventionist
11:52 Overcoming Doubts as a Business Owner
13:11 Explaining Dyslexia and Building Connections
15:12 The Impact of Personal Experience on Teaching
16:32 Creating Meaningful Relationships with Students
19:18 Balancing Work and Life as a Business Owner
21:53 The Challenges of Planning and Preparation
22:59 Evolving Services: Dyslexia and Literacy Intervention
24:16 Understanding Kindergarten Readiness
25:02 Finding Students: Innovative Marketing Strategies
27:02 Valuing Your Work: Pricing Strategies
30:09 Surprises in Entrepreneurship
31:34 Building a Business from the Ground Up
33:28 Community and Support in Business
35:29 Advice for Teachers Considering Change
37:18 Lighthouse Learning Studio: Services and Reach
41:57 Future Aspirations: Expanding Impact in Schools
43:41 Reflections on Work-Life Balance