Shaping Little Minds

If you're a teacher who is sick of living paycheck to paycheck but really don't want to go and get that 2nd or 3rd job, this episode is for you!  I have been coaching teachers to help them start side hustles inside of my signature program, Passion to Profit . I walk my clients through a 3 step process that helps them to not only come up with their side hustle idea and offer but also attr...

If you've dreamt of building community in your classroom, but it feels impossible or overwhelming... you're in the right place. In today's episode, I had an incredible guest who guides and mentors teachers in the classroom and helps them build community.  Donna is a full time tenure teacher at Vanier College. She has been teaching mentoring and supporting educators for more than 25...

We forget to bring JOY into our classrooms, especially when we feel that sense of overwhelm and stress. This is just as much a reminder for me as it is for you. It's something I've struggled with and wanted to bring to the podcast. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: We tend to forget was fun and joy is when things get busy because we start to think of fun as irresponsible and unprofessional. When you brin...

If you've ever wanted to make a difference beyond your classroom walls, this is the perfect episode for you to dive into.  Today, I had my incredible friend Carla Ward on the podcast to talk to you about building influence beyond the classroom; specifically by starting your very own podcast. Carla is the creator and host of The Everything ECE Podcast , a top-rated show that’s become a go-to r...

I had the pleasure of having Dr. Sheila Bishop on the podcast to talk about how to think about and use money differently. Dr. Sheila is a public health scientist and creator of Piggy Bank Pathways, a financial literacy program that helps teachers and families raise money - smart kids. She blends research, real life experience, and joyful storytelling to make financial education simple, practical,...

It's so easy to fall into doing all the things once we go back to school from winter break. We feel motivated because we've had the time off. We have a lot more energy than we did before. But is that really is a reason to end up in burnout?  Today, Adva discusses the importance of doing less. It doesn't mean don't work hard BUT it does emphasize the importance of not doing it A...

Adva shares about pressing pause on the podcast with so many other factors needing her attention. Although Adva loves to share with you each week and give you the little nuggets you need inside your classroom, Adva had to make the hard decision to pause until 2026.  But don't worry! There are SO many amazing guests already lined up for 2026. Get ready for another incredible season of the Shap...

I have seen many teachers posting about their colleagues disrespecting them at school and decided to do an episode on this so that you can approach these situations with grace and without having to be confrontation. In this episode, we dive into: why it hurts so much  a mindset shift that will change everything tactical ways to respond to someone who is being disrespectful and the importance of pr...

December is a month that can bring about stress and overwhelm in many teachers lives. It can be a month that just feel never ending and when teachers end up just counting down the days. I've definitely been there!  In today's episode, I break down 3 tools and strategies you can use as we near the end of November, to help you prepare for a December of EASE.  Bringing creativity back into...

The holiday season is quickly approaching and it can start feel like you're running on empty. In my weekly support session with my Passion to Profit clients, this was the theme this past week. My clients came into the session feeling depleted and like they are running on empty constantly. In this episode, I give you 3 strategies that I shared with my clients to help you as you navigate the up...

It's November... which means holiday season is approaching and that could bring up stress and overwhelm for many teachers. It is no secret that I was struggling at the beginning of the school year and during fall break, I put systems into place that would create a semblance of calm. As I've said many times, the energy you bring into your classroom is the energy your students will feed of...

Rest is something so many use as a reward for all the hard work they do -- never listen to their body when it's screaming it needs rest. There's this belief in today's society that being busy makes a person worthy of all the things they want to achieve in life. Unfortunately, the only thing that creates is a case of severe burnout. In today's episode, Adva discusses the phrase...

If you're a teacher who struggles to teach reading, know you're not alone. In today's episode, Stefanie dives into how movement can actually help children learn to read and how teachers can incorporate this into their classroom without overwhelm.  Stefanie Hohl is the creator of ABC See, Hear, Do, a multisensory learn-to-read program that has helped thousands of children worldwide b...

This was the year that I felt very disconnected from my students. I kept saying how much I miss my students from last school year. And to be completely honest, the recording for this podcast episode helped me find why I kept hitting barriers while also teaching YOU the importance of connection and the "how to" of connecting with your students.  3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: There is a different betwe...

In today’s episode, I am covering one of my favorite topics – I’ve consistently spoken about it over the last few years.  Reclaiming your identity outside of the classroom. This is a critical part of becoming an incredible teacher — I believe that when you can create an identity outside of teaching and the classroom, you become the teacher you want to be.  3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: Taking the first step to...

Ever felt like adding STEM just feels like an impossible task with everything else that needs to get done in the classroom? In today's episode, I am bringing you Dr. Jennifer Berry who will help you to simplify what seemingly feels complex about STEM and how you can incorporate it into your classroom without adding extra work to your plate. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: STEM is more than working in those...

The beginning of the year can be a time where teachers feel very stressed inside their classrooms; a new group of students, maybe a new age, and getting adjusted to the routines and procedures alongside the students. It can feel busy and  pretty chaotic. Today, I'm bringing you an oldie but goodie about setting routines and procedures into your classroom. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: Routines & proce...

Going into back to school season can feel like a lot. It can feel stressful, overwhelming and sometimes difficult to navigate. Here's the thing... when you approach a new school year positively and with a growth mindset, you end up having a wonderful school year. But the opposite is true too. If you approach the school year with negativity, that's how it will turn out for you.  You'...

Technology in the classroom is still a controversial topic. There are many that say technology shouldn't be used in the classroom and others that highlight the importance of having technology in the classroom, especially as technology continues to evolve and is becoming an integral part of society.  Dr. Leslie Gruis believes educators have a powerful role to play in shaping not just what stud...

This is the season that can bring a lot of stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Teachers are starting to make their way back into the classroom and begin the process of setting up for a brand new school year. In today's episode, I'm giving you 3 tools you can use to help you navigate that stress, anxiety and overwhelm. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prioritizing continues to come up but when you get really...

Summer is a time for relaxation and regrouping after the school year. As you enter into vacation, I want you to really ask yourself: what kind of summer do I want? Summer goes by so quickly and so many of us end up going back to school wondering how we didn't get all the things done. This summer can be different! This summer can be the summer you approach with intentionality. This summer can...

I have a special guest on the podcast who also happens to be speaking at the summit. She is a fellow early childhood educator, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and mindset coach. She came into my world a few years ago and we both have supported each other throughout our journeys. I’m so excited to bring her back onto the podcast today. Please help me welcome Kathleen to the podcast! 3 KEY TAKEAWA...

If you've been here for a while, you'll know that I'm a HUGE fan of setting boundaries, no matter how others perceive them. Kristi is a teacher mentor who walks teachers through the process to set boundaries without any guilt. In this episode, she helps us to understand that boundaries are really just a way to show others what you need and how you want to be treated.  3 KEY TAKEAWAY...

I recently hosted a free 3-day event for teachers called Transform Your Teaching: End the Year with a BANG! This event focused on ending the year without all the stress, overwhelm, and feelings of burnout but instead being able to maximize your time and fill your cup each day leading up to the last days of school.  Today's episode gives you a taste of what one of those workshops were like. We...

This is the time of year that is stressful, overwhelming, and is really easy to let your boundaries slip. It’s the last few weeks and all you want to do is get to the finish line: summer vacation. But here’s what I don’t want for you… I don’t want you to get to summer vacation burned out I don’t want you to feel on edge over the next 2 weeks of school I don’t want you reacting to everything that h...