Jo 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.
- The day to day of an account manager.
- Future opportunities for Steph.
- Top tips for account manager roles.


If you're looking for step-by-step support to find and secure a new job or start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Academy which will help you successfully leave the classroom! 

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