ReDream Education

As always, I'm here to share my journey, tips and strategies to help you prepare for what is ahead. I've learned, after 4 years of business building, each year has it's own plan for growth, strategy and action. I know what it feels like to have one foot in one pot and another foot in a different pot! You are trying to move and make things happen, but you also have to finish what you have started!...

I know how it feels- you're working full time, you are a current entrepreneur, soon to be teacherpreneur, and possibly trying to transition out of your current teacher career. I get it. There's a lot going on. And so...how do you juggle both? Both working and preparing for an upcoming career change and edupreneur experience? How do you begin marketing and advertising for your future when you are b...

Just like you, I wanted to begin homeschooling my daughters, work from home, take care of our family and enjoy the simple things in life. But I also know how it feels to be torn in making money, wanting your child to be in community with others, and finding a healthy balance between work, life and homeschooling. In today's podcast, I share some fun and simple tips to get started in whatever capaci...

Being stuck is no fun, teacher friend!  When it comes to preparing the launch of your microschool, homeschooling business, teacher career change or tutoring business, you could be facing many decisions, new ideas and tons of information that could lead to overload. Let's get simple today, my friend. Let's talk about why you are not making the progress you desire (which by the way is TOTALLY okay),...

As a new teacher entrepreneur, I understand there are a lot of options available when it comes to starting your own business, and if you are in the business of building a micro-school, then you could be asking yourself "Should I build my own or should I invest in a franchise or already established micro-school model?"  In today's episode, I share some questions to ask yourself and ways you can det...

Kid Talk! Teacher Talk!  This is a special episode to inspire you with a glimpse of the daily life here at Lighthouse Learning Microschool!  Our students and teacher assistants share what they love about being a part of a microschool.  We hope you walk away with a renewed vision and excitement for the possibilities of having your own special place for children to learn, families to bond and commun...

The time is coming and you don't know where to begin or how to tell your current school- I am not coming back next year!! EEEK!! I understand, all the emotions, all the anticipation, the anxiety, the words to say and all the while wondering- is this even the right time? When it comes to leaving your teaching job to pursue a business, a new career, or make a change that works best for you or your f...

Bring on the sunshine, bring on the warm weather, bring on the income, bring on the students, and bring on the SUMMER CAMPS!!  Are you on the fence about using your precious summer time to host a summer camp? Well in today's episode, I hope you walk away inspired to take action on what could potentially be the BEST decision for your future business, current business, impact and income! In this epi...

How will I know I'm ready? This is the MILLION dollar question, my friend!  But guess what? It's doesn't take a million dollars or a million weeks to figure it out! Imagine if you had all of your ducks in a row, you had the clarity to move forward, and knew where to start? Wouldn't that feel amazing?  The right time, the right people, the right systems in place?  Oh how glorious the day!  Today I...

Imagine if all the doubt, fear, unknowns and wondering were laid to rest. Imagine having the breakthrough, clarity, confidence and direction to move even if you didn't know what the next step was.  You just "stepped out" and "everything was put right into place"!  In today's episode, you'll walk away with the encouragement needed to be still when you want to move, make a change when you don't know...

As a teacher and mom, I couldn't help but daydream what it would and could really look like being able to do what I love from the comfort of my own home! And like many of you who dream of starting your own school, the thought of having to rent a different location, purchase an additional building, find the funds to make the dream a reality-I. just. couldn't. Not then. Not when I first started out...

State testing, No Child Left Behind, state standards, mandates, progress monitoring-you know all the terms! If you are a Teacher who wants to students to succeed in teaching children the way you KNOW they need to learn-without all of the mandates, expectations and crazy rules-this episode is for you! I know what it feels like to have all the anxiety around state testing. What an anxious season ful...

I know what you are thinking... "I am a teacher. I can do this. I got this. I can figure it out. Everything is "figureoutable". We have a  Hard time asking for help because we are  Used to sailing our own ship! We often wonder, "how do I  start"? And most importantly.. "Why should I"?  Why should I step away from my career and start a business? Why should I begin homeschooling? Why would I want to...

I searched high and low on the internet: What public school teacher has ever left their love for teaching and leadership to begin homeschooling? Is that weird? How can I keep my love for teaching while also being able to work from home and homeschool my two daughters?  I also need to make an income! Can I do all of this at once WHILE ALSO having the confidence to leave my career and start a busine...

Hey there, Teacher Friend! I JUST WANT TO TEACH!! I know EXACTLY how it feels to love your career so much, dreams coming true of your classroom, your professionalism, growth, students and all the celebrations in between!  I also know what it feels like to slowly but surely have the light dim in your spunk, spirit and enthusiasm as state testing rolls around, mandates get implemented and expectatio...

Parents and Teachers are noticing these buzz words: Learning Pods, Homeschool Pods, Microschools and Homeschooling Businesses. Parents and teachers are looking for alternative methods in education.  We all Know there is not one size fits all model for our precious children and their education. Many teachers and parents are seeking entrepreneurship or wanting to find an alternative educational opti...

What would you do if you knew you wouldn't fail? I know you feel ready to leave your teaching career and step into your next assignment, but you also feel scared, nervous, and need some clarity-along with dates, actions, steps, and a roadmap!  I know- I've been there myself!  You're wondering: how do I start to transition and tell others I am leaving? No matter how many years you have put into edu...

Happy New Year!!  How do we begin a new year with so many aspirations, dreams, ideas, to-dos, and a million other activities while also staying the course and keeping up with our normal day-to-day lives? When it comes to planning for a transition out of the public or private school system and starting your own educational business, you'll need a plan in place! No matter if you are thinking of star...

Want to know the greatest episodes that will help you as a microschool builder? Ready to push play and hear all the binge worthy goodness to help you start your dream school!  Look no further!! We have our TOP 10 list to help you navigate which episodes to listen to for more information regarding financial freedom, How-Tos and all the burning questions you have about transitioning from your teachi...

I know exactly how you feel there, teacher friend! Momma, I see you too! Teacher Momma- what a double whammy!  Will the people pleasers please stand up?  We have some work to do!   How do we continue teaching, building a business, serving our own families and their needs while also trying to SAY NO to all those around us who want our attention, our approval or simply- want it their way?? Listen in...

Get excited!! Drum Roll please!! Today I share my Great 8 Book List from 2022. These are stellar reads that helped jumpstart my path for financial freedom, organized my business, helped me set up routines and positive mindsets, while also strengthening my physical and mental health.   Let Your Light Shine, Join Our Facebook Group for  a supportive community and the “best place on the corner of the...

You know those busy times in life- holidays are here, school is closing (or opening), seasons change, new responsibilities come your way, and lets not forget- we still have to keep up with our regular day to day routines!  How do we manage our responsibilities, but also enjoy exciting times of the year?  How do we take on more things- such as building a business- when there are so many activities...

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What have you been dreaming about? What have you been putting off? What idea seems so distant and far off- maybe even a little crazy? What is the tiny whisper that is nudging you to move forward, and although you want to take action- you're stuck. Scared. Frustrated.  In today's episode, we go through what it takes to move through the path of resistance and how to take action when it seems overwhe...

I know first hand how tight the grip of fear can be.  When I was thinking of leaving my teaching career, the security, friendships, retirement, insurance and stability- you better believe it was enough to make me want to  STAY PUT! But as I began personally developing and getting very serious about my future and the life I wanted to live, I knew I couldn't stay stuck in paralysis analysis. I neede...