Teacher Shift

Teacher Shift has officially hit 100 episodes!!! 

In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down and reflect on the top episodes of the podcast along with key takeaways you can use during your transition. You’ll hear how the top episodes relate to teacher identity, salary and benefits, resume building and school safety. Ali and JoDee will also discuss the power of networking, work life balance, job flexibility and so much more on this 100th episode!

Episodes mentioned:

• Who Am I if I’m Not a Teacher?
• What Happens if I Leave the Salary and Benefits? With Erik Garcia
• Making a Big Change After 23 Years of Teaching With Darellee Naccarato
• Transforming Your Resume With an Expert with Kelsie Marks
• A Reflection on Teaching in the Age of School Shootings and Violence

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

*Trigger Warning: This episode touches on the topic of suicide and its impact.

Has teacher guilt been holding you back? Today’s guest shares how he was able to deal with the guilt when he stepped away from the classroom.

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Mark Guay, a former high school English teacher for 10 years,who has transitioned to coaching business leaders. Together, they’ll tackle navigating teacher guilt while switching careers, the profound impact students can have on a teacher, and the power of doing the inner work to become the person you want to be!

Connect with Mark:
Website
Instagram
Facebook

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Are you ready to make a shift? If so, you may need to take multiple little leaps to get to the bigger shift you’re looking for. Today’s guest shows how it took her multiple leaps to finally land where she was meant to be.

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Dominique Mas, a former educator who is now the CEO of Group Coaching HQ. Together, they’ll discuss Dominique’s path from education to coaching, how to leverage your existing skills while making a transition, and the reality of building a coaching business.

Connect with Dominique:
LinkedIn
Website
Instagram
YouTube

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Is work life impacting your personal relationships? Today’s guest shares how you can strengthen your relationships through the ups and downs of kids and work. 

Today, Ali and JoDee chat with returning guest, Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh. Dr. Cavanagh is a psychologist and marriage expert. Together, they’ll discuss ways to improve communication, strategies to find a healthy balance between home and careers, and the importance of support systems in marriage. 

Connect with Dr. Cavanagh:
Website
Instagram

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Fall is just around the corner! You know what that means? Grab a pumpkin spice latte and start job hunting!

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down to chat about why the fall is the prime time to start preparing your resume and start filling out job applications—which can be done with a pumpkin spice latte in hand. They’ll discuss everything you need to know so that you’re ready to make the big shift when it happens. 

They talk more about:

• Crafting a tailored resume 
• Narrowing down your job search to 2-3 different roles 
• Building up your network and creating connections’
• The major hurdle most teachers face when leaving teaching 
• And more!

Episodes mentioned in this episode:

• Using Your Teacher Skills to Become a 100M Real Estate Agent With Brooke Coughlin
• How to Be Actionable and Move Forward With Your Exit With Kelsie Marks
• Landing Your Next Job With Help From a Recruiter With Jennifer Jeansonne
• Powerful Skills That Make You a Standout Applicant From HR Expert Madeline Beck
• Transforming Your Resume With an Expert
• Saying No and Setting Boundaries at School

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Has anyone ever told you that you would be a great fit for a specific job? They could just see your potential. Today’s guest shares how someone seeing her potential took her from the classroom earning $40,000 a year to a real estate agent closing $100 million in sales. 

In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Brooke Coughlin, a former 7th grade teacher turned real estate agent and author. Together, they’ll discuss the events that led her to real estate and how she is success within real estate today.

You’ll hear more about:

• The #1 drawback of teaching that most teachers aren’t talking about
• Different avenues you can pursue in real estate 
• Brooke’s top tip for success (hint: it’s not what you think!)
• The interconnection between teaching and real estate 
• And more!

Want to dive into Brooke’s book, She Closes Deals? Grab your copy here!

Connect with Brooke:
Website
Instagram
Facebook

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

How do you know when the right time is to make a shift? Today, listen in as a former kindergarten teacher shares how she took a gamble on herself using the skills she acquired in the classroom.

In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Eboni Walker, a former educator and lead educational consultant of Learning Matters Early Childhood Consulting, LLC. Together, they’ll discuss what technical assistance is, how teaching kindergarten prepared her for a career outside the classroom, and why having a backup plan isn’t a bad idea!

Connect with Eboni:
LinkedIn
Website

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Tired of living in your comfort zone? Ready to take a risk and try something new? If so, then today’s guest shares how one delightful book character can help you understand why getting out of your comfort zone might be the missing piece to leading a life you love.

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Brad Mason, an award winning children’s author and educator of over 34 years. Together, they’ll discuss what led Brad to write the Charlie Charloosy book series, big “Aha” moments in the book that teachers can apply to their own lives, and what you need to start doing today if you want to move out of your comfort zone!

Connect with Brad:
Charlie Charloosy Instagram

Charlie Charloosy Facebook

Charlie Charloosy Website

Brad’s LinkedIn

Brad’s Instagram

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Is the fear of rejection holding you back from making a shift or applying for jobs that excite you? Today, Ali and JoDee are tackling the difficult topic of rejection. Together, they’ll discuss their own experiences with rejection, why having a support system is crucial for moving past the rejection, and how to handle it when making career shifts. 

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog

Do teachers make good leaders? Today’s guest shares the value of teacher leaders and why teachers are allowed to follow their own ambition.

In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Ross Romano, a consultant, advisor, podcaster and performance coach. Together, they’ll discuss empowering teacher leaders within the education community, the qualities that make teachers good leaders, and the different paths teachers can take to become the leader they want to be. 

Connect with Ross:
X (Formerly Known As Twitter)
LinkedIn
Be Podcast Network
The Authority Podcast
Sideline Sessions Podcast

Screen Deep
A podcast decoding young brains and behavior in a digital world.

Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Connect with Ali and JoDee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachershift
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachershift
Teacher Shift LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teacher-shift
Ali’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisimon/
JoDee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodeescissors/

Website
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/

Episode Transcriptions
https://www.teachershiftpodcast.com/blog