We have gotten so conditioned to "instant gratification" that when things don&apos;t happen as fast as we want them to, we get impatient. "Why is it taking so long?"Our impatience can pop up when a website is too slow in coming up, when the service in a restaurant is slow or when a slow-moving line at Starbucks wears your patience thin.It&apos;s no different when it comes to job hunting, but unfortunately, job hunting takes time and is every as "easy" or as fast as you would like it to be.In this episode, Kitty talks about how you need to be prepared to do the work and work through the process of a successful job search. It may take time, but if you spend quality time figuring out what you want to do and then go for it, your chances of success expand exponentially.Want to learn more about the job search process? Reach out to Kitty for a complimentary Discovery Session at https://teachersintransition.com/calendar.Want a free checklist of the 10 things you need to know and do if you want a new job? Click on this link:   https://teachersintransition.com/checklist.Email Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com.

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Teachers in Transition - Episode 134 - Job Hunting is Never "Fast" or "Easy"

There is research to support that teachers go through a typical cycle every year. You can read about it and see a graphic of the cycle here:  https://www.washoeschools.net/cms/lib/NV01912265/Centricity/Domain/189/Program%20Information/Phases%20of%201st%20Yr%20Teaching%20Combined.pdfIn this episode, Kitty talks about this cycle and how it is becoming increasingly unsustainable.If you decide you want to take advantage of Kitty&apos;s Birthday celebration by saving $100 on the DIY Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program, email Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com

Teachers in Transition - Episode 133 - The Slump Many Teachers Feel in October

In this week&apos;s episode, Kitty talks about Simon Sinek&apos;s books, Start Your Why and Find Your Why. She read the first paragraph from the "Foreword" which states the importance of finding your "why." To talk to Kitty about your "why," make an appointment for a complimentary Discovery Session at https://teachersintransition.com/calendar.Kitty also mentioned that she is offering a special discount on her "DIY Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program" in honor of her upcoming birthday next week. To get the special price ($197 instead of $497) on this program, click here:  https://boitnottcoach.samcart.com/products/diy-jumpstart-your-job-search-20-program/.As always, if you have questions, you can email Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com.You can also check her YouTube channel, follow her on LinkedIn or connect with her on Facebook.To learn more about @SimonSinek by checking out his website here:  https://simonsinek.com/.#career #careerchange #careertransition #jobsearch #jobsearchchange #simonsinek #findyourwhy

Teachers in Transition - Episode 132 - Why it is Important to Find Your "Why"

Self-care is so important during times of stress, and we all know these are certainly days of stress, right?In this week&apos;s episode, Kitty shares that she has recently written a post about "The Importance of Self-Care for Both Your Mental and Physical Health," and she shares a few of the strategies from that post. To read the post yourself, click here: https://kittyboitnott.coachesconsole.com/newsletters/the-importance-of-self-care-for-both-your-mental-and-physical-health.html?cld=5ed53726fbb581dc68c233c4To send Kitty questions about today&apos;s episode or offer suggestions for future episodes, write to her at KittyBoitnott@gmail.com.Also, please review the "Teachers in Transition" podcast to help others find this podcast.#stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #selfcare

Teachers in Transition - Episode 131 - Why Self-Care is Important to Your Physical and Mental Health

Many teachers think that when they want to change jobs, they need to write a resume that sums up everything they have done throughout their careers. The problem is that your resume that is all about your teaching experience may not be the proper resume for the job you are applying for.This episode points out how teachers should approach writing their resumes. And for those who may be interested in inexpensive training, you may want to check out a recorded workshop on "Writing a Resume that Will Get You Out of the Classroom." It&apos;s available for $45, and there is an optional add-on for a video review of your resume and an additional add-on for a one-on-one session for $50.Check it out at https://boitnottcoach.samcart.com/products/writing-a-resume-that-will-get-you-out-of-the-classroom/If you are interested in learning everything you need to know to leave the classroom for a brand new career, check out the online course, Kitty has created. It is called "Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program." Check it out at https://boitnottcoach.samcart.com/products/jumpstart-your-job-search-program-2-0-program/If you have questions, contact Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 130 - How to Write Your Resume

I know you might not like to hear it, but if you are constantly stressed out, you need to look in the mirror to see the real culprit. At the end of the day, you are the only one who can do something about your stress. You either give up something so you have less on your plate to manage or you continue to juggle so many things that you wind up making yourself sick.You are the only one who can manage your stress. And if your job is the source of your stress, you either change the way you approach your job or you change your job.If you are thinking you want this to be your last year in the classroom, I am offering a free workshop on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 7:00 PM EST. If you are interested in attending click here:  https://event.webinarjam.com/register/44/v97m4tv5.You can also sign up for a free checklist of the 10 things you need to know and do if you are ready for a career change. To get that checklist, click here:  https://teachersintransition.com/checklist.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 129 - Your Stress is Your Responsibility

Teachers in Transition - Episode #128 - Interview with Vanessa Jackson

Going back to school this year is even more stressful than in years past. Whether you are in an area where COVID is under control or you are in an area where it is totally out of control, it has an effect on you. We are in a stage of the pandemic where we have to be constantly vigilant and it&apos;s exhausting.That&apos;s why it is more important than ever that you take care of yourself above everyone else right now. You cannot afford to become sick. Practicing healthy habits right now is not an option--it&apos;s a requirement.So, you need to practice healthy habits and be proactive with your self-care and stress management. If you need help, you might want to download my free ebook called Stressed, Stretched, and Just Plain Overwhelmed:  A Guide to Managing Your Stress and Developing a Greater Sense of Worklife Balance.  To get free your copy, just click right here:  https://teachersintransition.com/ebook.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 127 - Back to School Stress Management Tips

If you are a teacher who is ready for a career change, you need to do several things before you start your job search.First, you need to decide what is it that you want to do instead, and you may have to sit with that and think about it--even research it--before you know for sure that it&apos;s the job for you. You may need to do some assessments. Get in touch with your strengths, aptitudes, gifts, and talents. Then you need to learn how to read a job description and determine the keywords you need to use. A word-cloud program like Tagcrowd or Wordle.net might help. If you want to get through the Applicant Tracking System, you have to identify the keywords that will get you through it.And then, there is the writing of the resume itself. It needs to convey what you know and can do without too much emphasis on your teaching career unless you want another teaching job. If you are looking to spring out of teaching, you may need to consider writing a functional resume--one that conveys your abilities over your work history.If you would like to learn more about how to write a resume, join me on September 2, 2021, at 7:00 PM for a paid workshop "Resume Workshop for Teachers Who Want a Career Change." To register, click here:  https://event.webinarjam.com/register/43/47l41axo.If you have questions, email me at kittyboitnott@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 126 - What to Do to Get a Job Search Started

The time for going back to school is fast approaching for millions of teachers and students, and in fact, millions are already back in some parts of the country.I know we had all hoped that this year would be better than last, but because of COVID and the delta variant, it is already shaping up to be a bad year for kids and their teachers.This week, I wrote a post entitled, "Are You Excited About the Upcoming School Year? Or Are You Dreading It?" The link for the post is https://kittyboitnott.coachesconsole.com/newsletters/are-you-excited-about-the-upcoming-school-year--or-are-you-dreading-it-.html?modify=1&coach_preview=1.If you aren&apos;t anticipating going back with excitement and enthusiasm but feel a sense of dread instead, it may be time to start looking for something new to do with your life. It may be too late for this year, but you can start creating your exit plan now. The sooner the better.If you would like to talk about making a change, schedule a complimentary Discovery Session at https://teachersintransition.com/calendar.Also, I am offering a free, live Masterclass on August 19, 2021, at 7:00 PM EST on "How to Leapfrog from the K-12 Classroom Into a Brand New Career." If you would like to attend or have a friend who might be interested, feel free to share the registration link:  https://event.webinarjam.com/register/40/xo9xnhmr.I would love to see you there!

Teachers in Transition - Episode 125 - Are You Excited About the New School Year Or Are You Dreading It?

Teachers in Transition - Episode 124 - Some Sources of Work Stress

In a recent conversation with a prospective client, the topic of quitting one&apos;s job out of impulse as opposed to intention came up. Sometimes people quit their jobs in a moment of frustration or anger. That&apos;s fine if you have thought it through ahead of time and you have created a Plan B. You know how you will manage financially for the next few months while you job search. Because the average job search will take anywhere from 4 to 9 months--and that is everything goes relatively well.If you don&apos;t have the financial resources to get you through months of no paycheck, you may need to stick with the job you hate for a while longer, but you also need to be developing your Plan B now rather than later. You need to start figuring out what else you can do that you will enjoy and will compensate you properly. I offer a course called "Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program" that teaches everything you need to know about teachers and job hunting. And I am offering the Do-It-Yourself version of the program for only $297 or 4 equal payments of $77 each. You can access that program at https://boitnottcoach.samcart.com/products/jumpstart-your-job-search-20-program-diy-special/.I also offer other packages that provide help through email and group coaching with additional help as needed, but this is an affordable option for the teacher who doesn&apos;t have a lot of discretionary income to spend on career coaching.If you want to talk about what your various options are, take advantage of the complimentary Discovery Session I offer. You can sign up for a session at https://teachersintransition.com/calendar.If you have questions or thoughts you would like to email me, you may do that at kittyboitnott@gmail.com.And if you would like to attend my upcoming Masterclass on "How to Leapfrog from the K-12 Classroom into a Brand New Career," register here:  https://event.webinarjam.com/register/40/xo9xnhmr.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 123 - The Difference Between Intention and Impulse When You Quit Your Job

In this week&apos;s episode, Kitty talks about the importance of establishing and maintaining routines. You need a morning routine whether it includes exercise, meditation, or a morning reading to set the tone for the rest of the day. Likewise, you need an evening routine around getting ready for bedtime so you can signal to your brain that it is time to go to sleep.To hear more about what Kitty has to say, listen in. To ask questions or offer suggestions for future episodes, email Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com.To learn more about Kitty and her services, check out https://teachersintransition.com.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 122 - The Importance of Routines in Managing Stress

If your job search isn&apos;t going as quickly or as smoothly as you wish it would or thought it would, you might want to take a look at what is holding you back.Do you have a resume that speaks to the job you are applying for or for the job you are trying to leave? If you don&apos;t use the right amount of keywords from the job description in your resume and cover letter, you&apos;re going to run into problems.You also need to be careful about applying for any old job you see that you think you "might like" instead of being strategic and laser-focused on the job you want moving forward. You may need help, so consider enrolling in the DIY Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program to learn everything you need to know about the job search process and how to set yourself up for success. Or you may benefit from sitting in on the Masterclass I just recorded recently on "How to Leapfrog from the K-12 Classroom Into the Career of Your Dreams."If you have questions about anything offered in today&apos;s episode, email Kitty at kittyboitnott@gmail.com. She will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 121 - What to Do to Get a Job Search Back on Track

It&apos;s summertime and time for teachers to enjoy their much-deserved time offer to relax and recharge.If you are a teacher who is having trouble relaxing, you may find this week&apos;s episode of "Teachers in Transition" helpful. This week, Kitty shares tips from an article she found by Kalena Baker, and her blog post entitled, "A Summer Checklist for Teachers:  13 Ways to Relax" from Kalena&apos;s blog, Teaching Made Practical:  Resources for Upper Elementary. The link to the article that Kitty shared is https://teachingmadepractical.com/relax/.Kitty also mentioned that she had free mandalas to offer for adults to color, and they are available at this link:  https://kittyboitnott.lpages.co/opt-in-for-5-mandalas-for-stress-relief/.And near the end of today&apos;s episode, Kitty mentioned that she is offering her DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program to any teacher who is ready to start a job search because they just don&apos;t want to go back to the classroom in the fall. The new price for that program is only $297 (down from the original $497) with a payment plan of 4 equal payments of $77 for those who need a budget-friendly plan. The link to the DIY Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.0 Program is here:  https://boitnottcoach.samcart.com/products/diy-jumpstart-your-job-search-20-program/#/sc-checkout.If you aren&apos;t sure that a program like this is right for you, but you are struggling with whether you want to go back in the fall, let&apos;s talk. My complimentary Discovery Session is available at this link:  https://teachersintransition.com/calendar.

Teachers in Transition - Episode 120 - Ways for Teachers to Relax During the Summer

"Teachers in Transition" offers advice, counsel, and information about teacher burnout, stress and management strategies for teachers (or anyone feeling stressed and overwhelmed) along with career advice for those who want to leave the teaching profession.Dr. Kitty Boitnott, NBCT, RScP, has been working with burnt-out teachers as a Heart-Centered Career Transition and Job Search Coach since 2013. In 2016, she was named one of the top 25 Career Coaching Online by CareerToolkit.com. In addition to helping with career transition and job search strategies, Kitty is a Life Strategies, Stress Management, Holistic Life, and Sleep Science Coach. She is also a licensed Science of Mind Minister.

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