{"podcast":{"title":"Helping Teachers Thrive","slug":"helping-teachers-thrive-6305601","podcast_index_feed_id":6305601,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/642a979e13df9d0011c0d667","website_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/tem-s-teaching-tips","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/642a979e13df9d0011c0d667/1697399805510-f5f1128fd03ba47479e93711c8aa41c2.jpeg","author":"Tem Ezimokhai","episode_count":191,"summary":"Empowering Educators: Insights, Tips, and Strategies for Every Stage of Your Teaching Career with episodes now CPD accredited. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, this resource is for you! Join me as I dive into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, practical tips, and expert advice on effective teaching strategies to help you excel in your Teaching Career. Since beginning my Teaching Career in 2009, I have been dedicated to empowering students to reach their full potential. I believe in the transformative power of education, not only to enhance academic success but also to build character and resilience. Through my experience mentoring teachers, I aim to continue shaping young minds while nurturing the growth of those who guide them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T10:19:04.128095+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/helping-teachers-thrive-6305601"},"episode":{"title":"Life After Teaching: How Lucie Jedlicka Turned Burnout into Business","slug":"life-after-teaching-how-lucie-jedlicka-turned-burnout-into-business","published_at":"2026-03-04T00:01:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/helping-teachers-thrive-6305601/life-after-teaching-how-lucie-jedlicka-turned-burnout-into-business","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/helping-teachers-thrive-6305601","url":"https://shows.acast.com/tem-s-teaching-tips/episodes/69a41cd0f8755e109d124fd9","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/642a979e13df9d0011c0d667/e/69a41cd0f8755e109d124fd9/media.mp3","summary":"DESCRIPTION: In this first episode in the Life After Teaching series, Lucie Jedlicka shares her journey from being a teacher in the UK to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the language teaching space. She discusses the challenges of burnout in the education system, the transition to self-employment, and the importance of finding a niche that resonates with both her and her clients. Lucie emphasises the need for teachers to be kinder to themselves and to seek support as they navigate their careers. She also highlights the significance of community and connection in building a sustainable business and shares valuable advice on the type of business to set up that works for you and isn't constrained by time. If you would like bespoke support from me to help you thrive in your teaching profession, just use this link to book a discovery call today: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60 The UK education system can set teachers up to fail. Finding a niche often happens organically through experience. Building a business requires time and patience, especially post-burnout. Community and connection are vital for success in online teaching. Teachers possess valuable skills that can be leveraged in business. Self-compassion is crucial for teachers considering a career change. Teachers can create sustainable income through group offers and memberships. BEST MOMENTS: \"I had to build from nothing\" \"Nothing good will grow from a stressed teacher\" \"No business will flourish when we're sounding desperate trying to sell ourselves\" \"Your niche finds you\" Chapters 00:00 Navigating Time Zones and International Living 00:00 From Burnout to Business: A Teacher's Journey 00:49 The Challenges of Teaching in the UK 04:03 Transitioning from Teaching to Entrepreneurship 06:40 Build…","meta_description":"DESCRIPTION: In this first episode in the Life After Teaching series, Lucie Jedlicka shares her journey from being a teacher in the UK to becoming a succe…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1721,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/helping-teachers-thrive-6305601/episodes/life-after-teaching-how-lucie-jedlicka-turned-burnout-into-business/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/helping-teachers-thrive-6305601/life-after-teaching-how-lucie-jedlicka-turned-burnout-into-business.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}