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10 Things I’ve Learnt Since Leaving Teaching-Guest Post

By Lorna Boulton I’m Lorna, a 23 year old ex-teacher from Greater Manchester, UK. I know I’m quite young to be an ex-teacher but I realised pretty quickly teaching isn’t quite right for me, so I decided to leave and try something else and I now currently work at the University of Manchester as anContinue reading “10 Things I’ve Learnt Since Leaving Teaching-Guest Post”

SHIFT to: Instructional Excellence Coach

Hello, Shifters! Today’s Transformation Tuesday piece is brought to you by Libby Serkies. Libby earned a bachelors in math and secondary teaching license and holds a masters in adult education and training. She began teaching high school right out of college. Very quickly, Libby found that students carried the weight of a great deal moreContinue reading “SHIFT to: Instructional Excellence Coach”

Self-development: Manifestation

Photo by Samuel Silitonga from Pexels When my significant other first brought up manifesting a better future for myself 18 months ago. I scoffed but secretly wanted to know more. I began researching what that meant. I was in a very difficult situation back then. I was a single-mom teaching preschool technology classes and community service to 4thContinue reading “Self-development: Manifestation”

SHIFT to: Arbonne Independent Consultant

Good morning, Shifters! Today, I am sharing the story of a teacher who made enough money in her side hustle, that she retired from teaching at the young age of 26. Enjoy the inspirational and motivational story of Dani Lohman Bartlett, Arbonne Independent Consultant! Dani earned her teaching credentials at California State University. She beganContinue reading “SHIFT to: Arbonne Independent Consultant”

SHIFT to: Travel Agent

Hello, Shifters! Today’s Transformation Tuesday is brought to you by Dawn Strauss Berta, former teacher turned home-based travel agent. Here is her story! What is your educational background? BA in music education, DC (Doctor of Chiropractic) What is your work experience? Taught elementary instrumental music in an inner city school in NJ for 6 months,Continue reading “SHIFT to: Travel Agent”

SHIFT to: Virtual Assistant Guest Blogger

Hello, Shifters! This Transformation Tuesday is brought to you by guest blogger: Arianna Vernier! Hey everyone! My name is Arianna Vernier (: This week, I wanted to take you on a journey with me of how I went from burnt-out teacher to working from home as a virtual assistant with my 6-month-old daughter by myContinue reading “SHIFT to: Virtual Assistant Guest Blogger”

SHIFT to: Virtual Assistant and Health and Wellness Coach

Hello, Shifters! Amber Kindler is an amazing teacher turning virtual assistant and health and wellness coach. Here is the story about of her SHIFT! Changing Lives Amber has a B.S in Elementary Education and a M.S in Educational Administration. She has four years of experience teaching 3rd grade and Kindergarten. Amber became a teacher toContinue reading “SHIFT to: Virtual Assistant and Health and Wellness Coach”

SHIFT to: MyDailyChoice Independent Affiliate

Hello, Shifters! Today, I am sharing an interview with you from our fellow teacher, Marie Doyle and her SHIFT to MyDailyChoice Independent Affiliate. Marie fell in love with photography when she participated in 4-H as a child. That passion has stay with her but unfortunately at the time, Photojournalism wasn’t a major option. So, sheContinue reading “SHIFT to: MyDailyChoice Independent Affiliate”

SHIFT to: Brand Influencer

Hello, Shifters! I recently had the privilege of interviewing Alexandra Clawson, a teacher turned brand influencer for It Works! Check out the story of her SHIFT below. Alexandra is a very sweet teacher who is working diligently to mentor others, as well as build her own business as a brand influencer for a health andContinue reading “SHIFT to: Brand Influencer”

Self-care Saturday: Guest Blogger

Graphic by Taneil Evans Hello, shifters! Today, we have the privilege of having a guest blogger and fellow shifter, Tiffany Lester. Thank you for your post on self-care, Tiffany! Often, we forget how important self-care is for our well-being. Finding “me time” is another story. We all live different lives and some of us areContinue reading “Self-care Saturday: Guest Blogger”