#117: The Messy Middle: How Amy Chose Growth Over Staying Comfortable

<p>What if you don&#39;t hate teaching... but you know you&#39;re ready for something new? </p><p>After 19 years in education, Amy isn&#39;t running away from the classroom, she&#39;s searching for a career that challenges her in new ways while allowing her to use the skills she&#39;s spent years building. </p><p>In this Messy Middle conversation, Amy shares what it&#39;s really like to navigate the uncertainty of a career transition while still teaching full-time. </p><p>From narrowing down career options and battling imposter syndrome to questioning whether AI should help write your resume, this episode is full of honest reflections and practical takeaways. </p><p>We talk about: </p><p>✨ Why even experienced teachers can feel unqualified </p><p>✨ How to use AI without losing your authentic voice </p><p>✨ The surprising realization that remote work isn&#39;t always the best fit </p><p>✨ Why taking action—even before you have all the answers—creates clarity If you&#39;ve been waiting until you feel &quot;ready&quot; before taking the first step, this episode is your reminder that clarity doesn&#39;t come before action, it comes because of it.  </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links from Episode: </strong></p><p><br><strong>» Connect with Amy:</strong>  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-garner1/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-garner1/</a> <br><strong>» Join my Free Masterclass:</strong> <a href="https://www.teachercareertransitionacademy.com/masterclass-registration" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Click here to jumpstart your career transition journey.</a><br><strong>» Keep Learning With Me: </strong><a href="https://www.teachercareertransitionacademy.com/home3" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Discover the Teacher Career Transition Academy</a><br><strong>» Join our FB Group: </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnworld/?mibextid=oMANbw" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">A thriving community of support and resources.</a><br><strong>» Download the Career Directory:</strong> <a href="http://www.teachercareertransitionacademy.com/directory" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Discover over 200+ alternative careers.</a><br><strong>» “I love Lisa and the Teacher Career Transition Podcast”</strong> 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.<strong> </strong><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-classroom/id1741667553" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Click here</a><strong>, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”.</strong><br>» Also, if you haven’t done so already,<strong> follow the podcast.</strong> I’m adding special surprises to the feed, and if you aren’t following, you have a good chance of missing out! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-classroom/id1741667553" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Follow now</a><strong>!</strong></p>