About this episode
If you're a teacher who knows you cannot stay in the classroom forever but also does not want to gamble your future, this episode is for you.In Episode 66, I sit down with Carla C. Whyte, a transitioned teacher who did not wait for permission, luck, or a perfect roadmap. She made a clear decision and built her corporate transition step by step. Carla shares what it actually looked like to leave education, how she reframed her experience, and the internal shifts required to show up confidently in a completely new world.This conversation is honest about the work. The mindset shifts. The patience. And the strategy it takes to move from teaching into corporate without losing yourself along the way.When you listen to this episode, you’ll walk away with:Belief that teachers really do belong in corporate rolesClarity on why strategy matters more than motivationA grounded understanding of how confidence shows up in interviewsPermission to stop underselling your experienceA realistic picture of what the job search process requiresReassurance that taking your time does not mean you are behindValidation that your skills translate, even if the language is differentA calmer, more intentional way to think about your next moveThis is not about rushing your exit. It is about making a smart one.Want free weekly exclusive free tips + trainings ? (that I do not share anywhere else) ?? Join the Pretty Rich Weekly Email list!Ready to create your exit plan into corporate in less than 30 days? ?? Enroll in the Exit Plan Course for Transitioning Teachers for exclusive bonuses including a free resume review!Are you a woman in education ready for mentorship into a six-figure EdTech career in less than 6 months? ?? book your free 1:1 mentorship sales call. Together, we’ll create a plan to help you make an extra $10K–$40K every year in a new career and learn the skills required to become classroom optional for good!Make sure to follow @prettyrichteacher on IG +TikTok and Linkedin (I go live weekly on Tuesdays!) +
