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From Teaching to Entrepreneurship: Kimberly Gawne's Journey of Growth and Resilience
Mary Gaul engages in an enlightening conversation with Kimberly Gawne, exploring her transition from teaching to entrepreneurship. Kimberly shares how the pandemic influenced her career shift and led to the creation of STAR students. They discuss the importance of aligning values in team building and how personalized education contributes to business success. Kimberly emphasizes cultivating a robust business culture and growth habits, while addressing the challenges of personal change. The episode also covers balancing risk with stability in entrepreneurship. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Kimberly and STAR students for further insights.
Brief Bio – Kimberly Gawne
Kimberly Gawne is the visionary founder of Star Students, a personalized education service dedicated to empowering K–12 learners through tailored tutoring and homeschooling programs. With a lifelong passion for people and learning, Kimberly is known for her innovative approach to education, helping students unlock their unique potential and thrive both academically and personally.
Her journey into education was shaped by personal challenges, particularly with math during her early school years. Thanks to her father's patient and customized guidance, Kimberly overcame those struggles—an experience that deeply influences her work today. At Star Students, she prioritizes individualized learning, ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and capable.
Under her leadership, Star Students has become a trusted partner for families seeking flexible, engaging, and results-driven learning solutions. Kimberly’s commitment to holistic, student-centered education continues to make a lasting impact in the education community.
To Connect With Kimberly Gawne:
🌐 Website: https://www.starstudents.co/
📘 Facebook: Star Students Learning
📸 Instagram: @starstudents.learning
💼 LinkedIn: Star Students Education Online
📺 YouTube: Star Students
If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend or colleague who’s passionate about empowering the next generation of learners. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Leap to Success Podcast to catch our next inspiring conversation!
(0:00) Introduction to Leap to Success and guest Kimberly Gaughan
(1:12) Kimberly's transition from teaching to entrepreneurship
(3:00) How the pandemic reshaped Kimberly's career path
(5:04) Development and growth of STAR students
(9:10) Aligning values in team building
(12:27) The role of personalized education in business success
(17:31) Cultivating a strong business culture and growth habits
(24:20) Overcoming personal challenges and embracing change
(27:13) Balancing risk with stability in entrepreneurship
(29:19) Connecting with Kimberly and STAR students
(30:13) Conclusion and wrap-up
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By Mary GaulMary Gaul engages in an enlightening conversation with Kimberly Gawne, exploring her transition from teaching to entrepreneurship. Kimberly shares how the pandemic influenced her career shift and led to the creation of STAR students. They discuss the importance of aligning values in team building and how personalized education contributes to business success. Kimberly emphasizes cultivating a robust business culture and growth habits, while addressing the challenges of personal change. The episode also covers balancing risk with stability in entrepreneurship. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Kimberly and STAR students for further insights.
Brief Bio – Kimberly Gawne
Kimberly Gawne is the visionary founder of Star Students, a personalized education service dedicated to empowering K–12 learners through tailored tutoring and homeschooling programs. With a lifelong passion for people and learning, Kimberly is known for her innovative approach to education, helping students unlock their unique potential and thrive both academically and personally.
Her journey into education was shaped by personal challenges, particularly with math during her early school years. Thanks to her father's patient and customized guidance, Kimberly overcame those struggles—an experience that deeply influences her work today. At Star Students, she prioritizes individualized learning, ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and capable.
Under her leadership, Star Students has become a trusted partner for families seeking flexible, engaging, and results-driven learning solutions. Kimberly’s commitment to holistic, student-centered education continues to make a lasting impact in the education community.
To Connect With Kimberly Gawne:
🌐 Website: https://www.starstudents.co/
📘 Facebook: Star Students Learning
📸 Instagram: @starstudents.learning
💼 LinkedIn: Star Students Education Online
📺 YouTube: Star Students
If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend or colleague who’s passionate about empowering the next generation of learners. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Leap to Success Podcast to catch our next inspiring conversation!
(0:00) Introduction to Leap to Success and guest Kimberly Gaughan
(1:12) Kimberly's transition from teaching to entrepreneurship
(3:00) How the pandemic reshaped Kimberly's career path
(5:04) Development and growth of STAR students
(9:10) Aligning values in team building
(12:27) The role of personalized education in business success
(17:31) Cultivating a strong business culture and growth habits
(24:20) Overcoming personal challenges and embracing change
(27:13) Balancing risk with stability in entrepreneurship
(29:19) Connecting with Kimberly and STAR students
(30:13) Conclusion and wrap-up