Teachers in Transition – Ep 228 – Silent Strengths and Goal Setting for 2025 for a Career Transition

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In this episode, Vanessa explores the challenges introverted teachers face in extroverted environments and provides actionable advice for achieving personal and professional goals in the new year.

Vanessa begins by celebrating the strengths of both introverts and extroverts, emphasizing the value each brings to education. She highlights the unique struggles introverted teachers face, from professional development sessions that cater to extroverted behaviors to classroom observations that prioritize group engagement over quiet, reflective learning.

Vanessa advocates for creating spaces that respect the needs of introverts and extroverts alike. She stresses the importance of fostering understanding and balance, urging us to embrace diverse environments that allow everyone to thrive.

The episode transitions into practical tips for the new year, goal-setting using a bingo card. She shares her own experiences with incremental progress and encourages teachers to set meaningful goals that align with their personal and career aspirations.

For teachers considering a career change, Vanessa outlines an eight-step roadmap, covering everything from crafting personal branding statements to leveraging AI tools for job searches. She highlights the importance of exploration and adaptability during transitions and offers personalized coaching for those needing extra support.

Vanessa closes with an empowering message: whether reducing stress, pursuing new opportunities, or transitioning careers, incremental progress is a victory worth celebrating.

Suggested Links for Show Notes
1. Rebecca Branstetter, PhD – Small Habits Create Big Change

• Book on Amazon
• Publisher’s Website

2. Resources for Gaining missing skills

• LinkedIn Learning
• Coursera
• Udemy
• Microsoft Learn
• Grow with Google

3. Recommended Reads for Stress Management

• Rebecca Branstetter's Thriving Students Collective

1. Make your own Bingo Card for the new year at Bingo Baker!

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The transcript of this podcast can be found on the podcasts’ homepage at Buzzsprout.