The Empowered Educator Show | Building Systems That Create Success for School Principals

The Empowered Educator Show | Building Systems That Create Success for School Principals

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  • 27* Who Is In Your Corner When You're Making Big Decisions? Find That Support Person and Accomplish Your Goals

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    Having someone to bounce ideas off of makes a huge difference when making decisions and accomplishing goals. Someone who can push you, empathize with you, and remind you or your why is critical. Today let’s talk about finding someone to be in your corner, while you are working toward your goals.

     Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals. 

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    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    14 min
  • 26* How to Write a Killer Resume That Will Get You Noticed

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     You’ve created a stand-out cover letter and you’re ready to apply for that job. Right? WRONG! You also need a stand-out resume that'll get you noticed. 

    There’s more to a resume than your work history. If you want to get to the top of the resume pile and get yours noticed stay tuned for some killin’ it resume tips. Get your notebook and pen, this episode is filled with tangible tips you won’t want to forget. 

     Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals. 


    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    19 min
  • 25* Birthday Celebration: 50 Years! Boy, Do I Have Regrets

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    It's my Birthday! There have been a lot of changes, good and not so good. I choose to celebrate!


    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.

    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    11 min
  • 24* How to Write a Stand Out Cover Letter When You’re Ready for a Career Change

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    When you’re ready to transition from the classroom and move into leadership or you're ready to do something completely new within the education field, you must have a stand out cover letter to get noticed and get the job of your dreams. Today, I will give you 6 tips to have a stand out cover letter when you’re ready to make a transition from the classroom into a different role.

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.


    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    18 min
  • 23* Are You Intentional in Your Movements Forward? How To Be More Productive and Accomplish More Goals

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    Are you being intentional while working toward your goals or are you simply being busy and never making any of your goals come to fruition?  We can all fall into the trap of busy vs. productive and never make our dreams a reality. Goals setting should help you be more productive, not more busy. 

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.

    Resources:

    Romans 12:2

    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    19 min
  • 22* Dear Future Me…Let’s Talk About Your Goals Last Year and Next Year

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    When you look back on your life, your career, and your accomplishments, did you accomplish everything you wanted to? Can you even remember what you wanted to accomplish? Wouldn’t it have been nice to have a record of your goals and where you would be right now?

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him.

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career. 

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place.

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.


    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    12 min
  • 21* 3 Steps to Take the Leap Into Educational Leadership

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    Are you thinking about making a career change and moving into a leadership position? Leaving the classroom can be hard, but there are a lot of options that will keep you in the educational sector. What should you consider when you are thinking about transitioning from the classroom into a leadership role? What steps should you take? Let‘s talk teacher transition.

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him. 

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.  

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place. 

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.

    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    20 min
  • 20* Level Up and Prepare to Move Into That Leadership Position

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    Are you ready to prepare for that transition into leadership? Today let's talk about getting your mind ready as well as your resume. 

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him. 

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available when you're ready to transition from the classroom, you're ready for a challenge, or you're ready to retire and pursue that second career.  

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place. 

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.


    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    13 min
  • 19* Embracing Fear: Following Your Passion, Even When You're Scared

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    Welcome to Empowered Educator. Maybe you’re ready to leave your classroom job and move into administration. Maybe you want to leave public education completely and pursue a career that keeps you in the education field but is different than what you’re doing now. Maybe you just want to make more money or work from home but you're just not sure about the options that are out there. 

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him. 

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available for teachers ready to transition from the classroom, educators ready to try something different, and educators ready to retire and pursue that second career.  

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire, or working from home in a career you love, and scheduling your entire day your way. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place. 

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.

    Grab your coffee or tea, your notebook and pen, and relax in your favorite spot. Friend, it's time to dig deep, take notes, and grow yourself, and choose your next career path.


    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    17 min
  • 18* How to Know Your Strengths: 4 Ways to Align Yourself with God in Every Season

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    Are you ready to align yourself with God and seize every season that He puts you in? Join me today as I give you 4 ways to align yourself with God in using your strengths and talents.

    Welcome to Empowered Educator. Maybe you’re ready to leave your classroom job and move into administration. Maybe you want to leave public education completely and pursue a career that keeps you in the education field but is different than what you’re doing now. Maybe you just want to make more money or work from home but you're just not sure about the options that are out there. 

    Hey friend. I'm Melinda, an educator, entrepreneur, coffee, and Jesus Lover.  When it was time for me to leave the classroom and pursue something different, something more, I knew it completely and I had no doubt that God was telling me to move forward and trust Him. 

     And now, my mission is to empower you to dig deep and know what options are available for teachers ready to transition from the classroom, educators ready to try something different, and educators ready to retire and pursue that second career.  

    Imagine, working in a career that sets your soul on fire, or working from home in a career you love, and scheduling your entire day your way. If you're ready to make that change and pursue a different path in your educational career, then you're in the right place. 

    Friend, let me show you how to make a change in your life and pursue your true passions with a position that you love while using your God-given gifts and talents to persevere toward your personal and professional goals.

    Grab your coffee or tea, your notebook and pen, and relax in your favorite spot. Friend, it's time to dig deep, take notes, and grow yourself, and choose your next career path.

    Support the show

    Loaded Tea Shop

    Million Podcasts List

    Download Upside and use my code MELINDA35278 to get 15¢ per gallon extra cash back on your first gas fill-up and 10% extra cash on your first food purchase!

    Download Fetch app using this link, submit a receipt and we'll both score bonus points.


    Calling All Educators! 

    I started a community with resources, courses, articles, networking, and more.

    • I am looking for members to help me build it with the most valuable resources.
    • I would really appreciate your input as a teacher, leader, administrator, or consultant.

    Join here: Empowered Educator Community

    Book: Educator to Entrepreneur: IGNITE Your Path to Freelance Success

    email: [email protected]

    20 min

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