This is the final episode in our One Small Step series for career-transitioning teachers. In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, Lisa Harding tackles one of the hardest parts of a career transition: staying motivated when you’re not seeing obvious results yet.

We’ll talk about why progress is often invisible early on, how teachers mistakenly measure success, and how to recognize real momentum—even when you don’t have interviews or job offers.

If you’ve been wondering, “Am I actually getting anywhere?” this episode will help you see your progress more clearly and keep moving forward with confidence.

Links from Episode:

» Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
» Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
» Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
» Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
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This is part four of our One Small Step series for career-transitioning teachers.

In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, Lisa Harding explains why so many teachers struggle with their resumes—and why the problem usually isn’t writing ability or experience.

We’ll talk about why updating your resume too early can actually slow your progress, what clarity you need before you start writing, and how to approach your resume as part of a bigger career transition strategy.

If you’ve been staring at a blank document—or endlessly tweaking bullet points—this episode will help you reset and move forward with confidence.

Links from Episode:

» Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
» Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
» Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
» Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
» “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
» Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!

This is part three of our One Small Step series for career-transitioning teachers.

In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, Lisa Harding reframes networking through a growth-mindset lens and shows teachers how to approach conversations without feeling awkward, salesy, or like they’re asking for something they don’t deserve.

You’ll learn why networking isn’t about getting a job, how to use curiosity instead of confidence, and how one conversation at a time can build real momentum. If the word “networking” makes you want to opt out completely, this episode is for you.

Links from Episode:

» Join my Free Masterclass: Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.
» Keep Learning With Me: Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy
» Join our FB Group: A thriving community of support and resources.
» Download the Career Directory: Discover over 200+ alternative careers.
» “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast” If this sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people – just like you – find happiness in a new career. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.
» Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! Follow now!