In this conversation, I interview mindset coach Abby Rose Green. She shares her journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of mindset shifts for teachers facing burnout. She discusses practical strategies for self-care, the significance of separating self-worth from student performance, and the need for individualized definitions of success. Abby encourages teachers to embrace their unique skills and to focus on one change at a time to foster personal growth and resilience in their profession.

In this conversation, I discuss the challenges faced by transitioning teachers, particularly the concept of 'portfolio paralysis.' I provide insights into how teachers can overcome this paralysis by building a portfolio that showcases their skills and experience in instructional design. The discussion covers practical tools, project ideas, and strategies for getting started, emphasizing the importance of taking action and iterating on one's work.

In this conversation, I discuss the top three teaching skills that are highly transferable to instructional design in corporate settings. I emphasize the importance of backwards design, audience analysis, and the ability to simplify complex concepts. I explain how these skills not only enhance instructional design projects but also improve stakeholder management and project efficiency. I encourage teachers to recognize their valuable experience and adapt their language for corporate applications, highlighting the need to quantify their impact in interviews and applications.