Best Ali Simon And JoDee Scissors Podcasts (2024)

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How Taking a Chance on Yourself Can Payoff With Eboni Walker 28:52

9h ago28:52

28:52

How do you know when the right time is to make a shift? Today, listen in as a former kindergarten teacher shares how she took a gamble on herself using the skills she acquired in the classroom. In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Eboni Walker, a former educator and lead educational consultant of Learning Matters Early Childhood Consulting,…

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Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone With Brad Mason 31:09

8d ago31:09

31:09

Tired of living in your comfort zone? Ready to take a risk and try something new? If so, then today’s guest shares how one delightful book character can help you understand why getting out of your comfort zone might be the missing piece to leading a life you love. Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Brad Mason, an award winning children’s author and…

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Handling Job Rejection and Employer Ghosting With Ali Simon and JoDee Scissors 29:41

2M ago29:41

29:41

Is the fear of rejection holding you back from making a shift or applying for jobs that excite you? Today, Ali and JoDee are tackling the difficult topic of rejection. Together, they’ll discuss their own experiences with rejection, why having a support system is crucial for moving past the rejection, and how to handle it when making career shifts. …

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Teaching Is Leading: It’s Time to Follow Your Career Ambitions With Ross Romano 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

Do teachers make good leaders? Today’s guest shares the value of teacher leaders and why teachers are allowed to follow their own ambition. In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Ross Romano, a consultant, advisor, podcaster and performance coach. Together, they’ll discuss empowering teacher leaders within the education community, the qualiti…

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Giving Notice and Sticking to Your Non-Negotiables With Courtney Fearing 33:23

3M ago33:23

33:23

Experiencing transitions can cause an array of emotions, but what happens when you experience multiple transitions at once? This week our guest gives us insight into making several life transitions at the same time, including a shift outside of the classroom! Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Courtney Fearing. Courtney is a former teacher who curr…

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How to Be Actionable and Move Forward With Your Exit With Kelsie Marks 24:50

3M ago24:50

24:50

Are fear and doubt holding you back from making a pivot in your career? Today’s guest shares how shift services can be the jump start you need as you move into a new career. This week Ali and JoDee sit down with returning guest, Kelsie Marks. Kelsie is a former preschool teacher and school counselor who now works for Education Exit, one of the fast…

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Elevator Pitch Tips, Resume Optimization, and Upskilling for Your First or Next Shift With Ali Simon and JoDee Scissors 40:53

4M ago40:53

40:53

You’ve made the big career shift. Now what do you do? Are you done shifting or are there more pivots in your future? Today, we’re talking about just that! In this episode, Ali and JoDee sit down to talk about Ali’s latest career pivot. They pull back the curtain on crafting a winning resume, the value of professional advice, and the undeniably tran…

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Leaving a Niche Field for Health and Happiness With Braegan Padley 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

Mental health is one of the biggest challenges teachers face. They struggle with feeling stuck in a niche field while also battling bad habits that have crept into their lives. Our guest today shares how she not only made the bold move out of a niche field, but also prioritized her well-being physically, mentally and emotionally. In this episode, A…

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After Decades of Teaching, You Can Still Seize New Career Opportunities With Steve Martinez 29:01

5M ago29:01

29:01

Have you ever had an opportunity present itself, even when you weren’t looking for it? That’s what happened to our guest today! He shares his story of making a career shift when he wasn’t even looking for one. Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Steve Martinez, a former educator of 18 years and current Teacher Success Champion at Kami. Together, the…

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Pro Shift Tips From a Former Teacher and Coach With Michael Cappo 32:33

5M ago32:33

32:33

Worried if you shift out of teaching that you might fail? Today’s guest did exactly that. He shifted out of teaching, failed and ultimately ended up coming out on top! In this episode, Ali and JoDee are joined by Michael Cappo. Michael is a former teacher and coach of 13 years who now runs his own small business. Together, they’ll discuss his pivot…

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Making a Transition From the Classroom With a Teacher Friend With Hillary Gale and Kristin MacIntyre 26:16

6M ago26:16

26:16

Teachers possess skills that go far beyond the classroom, however they can struggle making the transition into another career utilizing these skills. Today, you’ll hear the story of two former teachers who have transitioned away from education and into the freelance world, one making 3 times her teacher salary! Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with fo…

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Bye, Bye Burnout! How one AI Tool is Freeing Up Teacher Time With Thomas Thompson 33:32

6M ago33:32

33:32

Are things like lesson planning eating up all your time? Do you want to get your time back? Today’s guest, Thomas Thompson may just have what you’re looking for! Thomas Thompson is an educator of five years and is the co-founder of Eduaide.Ai, a fully integrated platform for instructional planning and design. He sits down with Ali and JoDee to disc…

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How a Side Gig Turned This Teacher Into an Accidental Business Owner With Abigail Reller 29:16

7M ago29:16

29:16

Teachers are known to supplement their teacher salaries typically through things like tutoring and summer school. But in today's episode, you’ll hear about how one teacher became an accidental entrepreneur when an investor gave her $100! Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Abigail Reller, a former teacher who now, along with her husband, Aaron, own …

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Here’s an Easy Way to Apply for Jobs With Drew McManus 27:07

7M ago27:07

27:07

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Drew McManus, CEO of Upstage and the creator of Arts Admin Jobs, an online job board. Together, they’ll discuss what lead Drew to creating Arts Admin Jobs, what sets it apart from other jobs boards, and his best resume tips for job seekers. Connect with Drew: Arts Admin Jobs Website: https://artsadminjobs.com/ Ups…

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I Thought Teaching Was My Life’s Mission 26:29

8M ago26:29

26:29

Have you ever said that teaching was your life’s mission? Or it’s what you’re called to do in life? If this is something you’ve said to yourself, then stick around because this episode is for you! Today, Ali and JoDee are tackling the topic of if teaching is your life’s mission! Together, they’ll share their thoughts on the types of individuals who…

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Goodbye Chronic Anxiety & Stress, Hello Recharged Teacher With Annamarie Fernya and Julie Braumberger 25:14

8M ago25:14

25:14

This week, Ali and JoDee are joined by Annamarie Fernyak, the founder and CEO of Mind Body Align, and Julie Braumberger, former educator and director of Mind Body Align At School. Together, they will discuss the benefits of practicing mindfulness in education both as the student and teacher, tailoring their program to school culture, and the import…

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Picking Your Workplace Arrangement: On-Site, Remote, or Hybrid 28:31

9M ago28:31

28:31

On-site. Remote. Hybrid. What do they all mean? Today, Ali and JoDee are talking about these 3 types of work arrangements and how they differ from one another. Together, they’ll discuss what type of arrangement might be right for you coming out of teaching, the positives and negatives of each role, and how all can potentially lead to more flexibili…

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Planting Your Skills in Higher Education With Wendi Iacobello 24:01

9M ago24:01

24:01

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Wendi Iacobello, an educator with over a decade of professional experience in North Carolina’s public education sector who now works in instructional design. Together, they will discuss teacher guilt when making a career transition, the impact of instructional design on education, and how a teacher can still make …

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Here's Why Teaching Is a Great First Career 32:22

9M ago32:22

32:22

Ali always says that teaching is a great first career. But what does she mean by this? Today, Ali and JoDee unpack why teaching is a great first career, the benefits of beginning there, the skills that will last you lifetime, and you’ll even hear what led Ali to get into teaching! Connect with Ali and JoDee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tea…

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Landing Your Next Job With Help From a Recruiter With Jennifer Jeansonne 31:06

10M ago31:06

31:06

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Jennifer Jeansonne, a former educator who is now an independent recruiter, operating JAJ Recruiting Consulting. Together, they’ll discuss how teachers can utilize a recruiter to find a new career, tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile, and why networking on LinkedIn can be such a powerful tool for your career.…

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How the Tech Savvy Teacher Can Pursue a Passion With Alfonso Mendoza 32:05

10M ago32:05

32:05

This week on the podcast, Ali and JoDee are joined by Alfonso Mendoza, an Instructional Technologist with more than 17 years of experience in education. Together, they’ll discuss how becoming an early adopter of technology in the classroom can benefit both the teacher and the students, the importance of self advocacy and sharing achievements, and t…

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Educator Voice & Expertise is Vital in Curriculum Design With Rupa Mehta 24:51

10M ago24:51

24:51

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Rupa Mehta, a fitness entrepreneur and founder of the NaliniKIDS, a nonprofit organization that focuses on creating PreK-12 programs that pair physical movement with emotional reflection. Together, they’ll discuss the importance of involving educators in educational product development, along with integrating exer…

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Powerful Skills That Make You a Standout Applicant From HR Expert Madeline Beck 24:12

10M ago24:12

24:12

This week, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Madeline Beck, a former educator who now works in Human Resources. Together, they’ll discuss the power in hiring teachers for non-teaching roles, why teachers should be active on LinkedIn, and the importance of tailoring your resume to fit the career you want. Connect with Madeline: Instagram: https://www.…

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Why Teachers Are Resigning & Getting Jobs That Love Them Back With Robyn Barberry 30:37

11M ago30:37

30:37

Why are teachers leaving the classroom? This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Robyn Barberry, a former teacher and author in progress to answer this question. Together, they discuss the mental health struggles that led Robyn to leave teaching, some of the main issues teachers are facing today like pay, and the unrealistic expectations that are bein…

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Conquer Your Doubts During a Career Change With Stephanie Simpson 29:11

11M ago29:11

29:11

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by former teacher turned coach and facilitator, Stephanie Simpson. Together, they will discuss the main difference between coaching and therapy, the importance of confidence in moving forward, and different ways people and schools can support teachers. Connect with Stephanie Website: http://www.stephanie-simpson.com …

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What You Should Know About a Day in the Life of a TEACHER With Stephanie Simpson 25:07

11M ago25:07

25:07

Today, Ali and JoDee are joined by Adam Gacka, a seasoned filmmaker who’s latest documentary, Teacher, is out now. Together, they will discuss what led Adam to make the film, capturing the essence of a teacher throughout the film, the unique differences teachers have, and why non-teachers should see it too. Connect with Adam: Instagram: https://www…

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What Teachers Need to Live Well With Nicola Fleischer 27:01

11M ago27:01

27:01

Today, Ali and JoDee talk with Nicola Fleischer, the Co-founder and Executive Director of EdWell, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting educator wellbeing and career satisfaction. Together, they will discuss what makes EdWell unique, strategies for burnout, and ways to set up teachers for success. Connect with Nicola: Instagram: https://www.instagram…

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Exiting With a Plan After 14 Years With Aaron Reller 25:54

12M ago25:54

25:54

On this week’s episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Aaron Reller, a former teacher who now, along with his wife, runs their family owned art studio, Abigail Reller Art. Together, they will discuss what held Aaron back from leaving teaching, creating an exit plan from teaching, and taking the leap into entrepreneurship. Want to learn more about Abig…

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Why It's Time to Hire a Career Coach With Amanda Minchella 31:33

12M ago31:33

31:33

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Amanda Minchella, a former teacher who’s now a career coach guiding others through the job search process. Together, they will discuss what a career coach can do for you, the importance of the elevator pitch, and how to improve and prepare for the interview process. Links Mentioned: Amy Cuddy’s Ted Talk: https://w…

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Blogging Into a New Career After the Classroom With Joanna Guldin-Noll 28:17

12M ago28:17

28:17

This week Ali and JoDee are joined by Joanna Guldin-Noll, the writer behind one of the largest military lifestyle blogs, Jo, My Gosh! Together, they will discuss some of the struggles of teaching as a military spouse, what Joanna’s transition from the classroom into content creation looked like, and if she’s ever considered going back to the classr…

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How to Regain Autonomy and Keep Teaching With Shiren Rattigan 27:11

1y ago27:11

27:11

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Shiren Rattigan, the owner and lead educational curator at Colossal Academy. Together, they’ll discuss how you can keep your teacher hat while maintaining autonomy, what Colossal Academy is, the teacher’s role in micro schools and balancing risk taking with reward. Connect with Shiren: Website: https://www.colossa…

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Emotional Validation When Making a Shift With Shiren Rattigan 23:47

1y ago23:47

23:47

We’re so excited to be back! We’ve got brand new episodes and a brand new name to go with them. Today, Ali and JoDee dive into the meaning behind Teacher Shift, the importance of emotional validation when making a shift, and how to navigate the different emotions that can occur during these shifts. Connect with Ali and JoDee: Instagram: https://www…

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A Reflection on Teaching in the Age of School Shootings and Violence 24:20

1y ago24:20

24:20

Get ready for a powerful and impactful episode! This week, Ali and JoDee are talking about the sensitive subjects of school shootings and violence in schools. Together, they will discuss how they’ve been impacted by these issues, the importance of including teachers in school safety, noticing warning signs and how to report them. Interested in dona…

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Teacher Mental Health: Trends and Stigmas With Romi Grossberg 26:16

1y ago26:16

26:16

This week Ali and JoDee are talking with Romi Grossberg. Romi is a counselor, trainer, author, and TEDx presenter. Together, they’ll discuss mental health trends Romi has seen in teachers, how to recognize when someone may need to seek professional help, and the mental health stigmas that still hold people back! Connect with Romi: Instagram: https:…

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Leaving the Stress, Fatigue, and Harmful Habits Behind With Brigitta Erickson 22:00

1+ y ago22:00

22:00

Today, Ali and JoDee are unpacking components of burnout with their guest, Brigitta Erickson. Brigitta is a former educator of 14 years turned stay at home mom and independent market partner with Monat. Together, they will discuss how to recognize the symptoms of burnout, coping strategies for burnout, and the importance of prioritizing what is imp…

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Steps to Consider Before Taking a Life Leap With Karen Tanenbaum 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

27:48

This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Karen Tanenbaum. Karen is a former lawyer who now hosts the Life Leaps Podcast. Together, they will discuss what a life leap is, steps to consider when making any type of transition, and the importance of honing in on your why. Connect with Karen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeleapspodcast/ https://w…

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How Safety Concerns Led to a Career Shift With Kacie Smith 24:01

1+ y ago24:01

24:01

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Kacie Smith, a former educator of 20 years who now advocates for teachers in the classroom. She is also a training lead with Traveling Coaches. Together, they’ll discuss what feeling unsafe as teacher looks like in the classroom, what a career transition looked like for Kacie, and the lack of respect teachers are …

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Put Your Career Shift Mindset to Work With Bobby DeLong 24:20

1+ y ago24:20

24:20

Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Bobby DeLong, a former band educator of 9 years who has transitioned into a career as a mortgage loan officer. Together, they’ll discuss the catalyst that led to Bobby’s transition, the skills necessary to becoming a good mortgage loan officer and why you should get rid of the “this or that” mentality. Connect…

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Getting Started Before You Make an Exit With Krystle Blakefield 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

19:39

This week, Ali and JoDee sit down with Krystle Blakefield, a former elementary educator who now works in the online space as a virtual service provider. Together, they’ll discuss what a virtual service provider is, how Krystle was able to get started while still in the classroom, and the first steps any teacher can take to become a virtual service …

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Why EdTech Loves Hiring Teachers in Sales 26:33

1+ y ago26:33

26:33

Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Tiffany Eudy, a former educator who is now a non-attorney special education advocate and President of In Bloom Advocacy. She also works on the sales team for Branching Minds, an edtech company. Together, they will talk about why edtech companies are hiring teachers specifically, what Tiffany does as president …

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Transforming Your Resume With an Expert 26:01

1+ y ago26:01

26:01

Today, Ali and JoDee are talking with Kelsie Marks, a former preschool teacher and school counselor who now works as the Director of Resume Services at Educated Exit. Together, they’ll discuss the biggest mistakes teachers make in the resume process, LinkedIn best practices, and the 3 types of people you should be connecting with on LinkedIn. Conne…

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Giving Yourself Permission to Leave 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

This week, Ali and JoDee are talking with Kristin Keiser, a former teacher of 12 years, current program coach, and owner of the vintage design company, Three Dog Design and Finds. Together, they’ll discuss how Kristin’s background in theatre prepared her for all of her career options, how she relates to Gen Z and quiet quitting, and why giving your…

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Recognizing Symptoms of Burnout and Doing Something About It 23:58

1+ y ago23:58

23:58

Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Jessica Madenford, an educator of 19 years who now guides other educators towards their own empowerment. Together, they’ll talk about how Jessica found herself at a crossroad in her career, the red flags that a teacher may need a change, and Jessica’s #1 tip for someone who is experiencing burnout or a stresso…

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School Leadership Can Prepare You for Other Career Roles 21:15

1+ y ago21:15

21:15

Today, Ali and JoDee are chatting with Brittany Holton, a former educational leader with over 14 years of experience. Together, they’ll talk about Brittany’s decision to leave a position that she had coveted for so long, how she has finally been able to achieve work-life balance, and why she has no regrets. Connect with Brittany: LinkedIn: https://…

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How to Make a Difference Even After Leaving the Classroom 24:40

1+ y ago24:40

24:40

This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Lillian Barkes, the co-founder and CEO of Listen To Our Future and a former educator of three years. Together, they’ll discuss how she has grown her nonprofit, staying connected to the students and teachers they serve, and the different approach they take to training their staff. Connect with Lillian: LinkedIn:…

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Regaining Control After Landing a New Job 25:08

1+ y ago25:08

25:08

This week Ali and JoDee sit down with Rachel Hoefling, a former school counselor who now works remotely with a tech company. Together, they'll talk about how the transition allowed Rachel to be in full control, the resources she used to make the transition happen, and if she regrets going through a school counseling program. Connect with Rachel: In…

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Embracing a New Role in Reading Curriculum Design 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with a former educator from the U.K. who has transitioned into working as a reading curriculum designer. Together, they will discuss the resources that were invaluable to her transition, the shared unrealistic expectations and frustrations that teachers face throughout the world, and the real problem the teaching profe…

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What About My Pension? 23:58

1+ y ago23:58

23:58

What about my pension? This is the question that Ali and JoDee are discussing with today’s guest, Andrew Kerper. Andrew is a financial advisor with Federal Prep, an investment advisory firm that specializes in tax preparation, financial planning, investing, and retirement. On top of being a financial advisor, Andrew is also a full time music teache…

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Transitioning to Part-Time and The Benefits That Come With It 21:09

1+ y ago21:09

21:09

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with returning guest Ashley McLean. Ashley is a former Montessori educator who returned to the workforce last year as a library assistant. Together, they will discuss what it was like transitioning back into the workforce, the surprising benefits of working part time, and the teacher brain skills that she now uses dail…

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4 "P's" to Guide Your Transition Outside the Classroom 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

21:29

On this week’s episode, Ali and JoDee sit down with Alicia Williams. Alicia is a former teacher turned founder and CEO of Teach Woke, an education consulting company. She talks us through the 4 "P's" framework for practical ways to transition from the classroom and her latest edtech start up, Justli. Together, they will discuss: What it looked like…

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