
In Part 1 of this two-part episode, we explore Operations Management as a potential next step for former teachers looking for meaningful, sustainable careers outside of education.Join us as we sit down with former teacher turned Operations Specialist, Jake Schroeder, who shares his real-life transition story.
Jake walks us through what his day-to-day work looks like, the transferable skills from teaching that helped him break into operations, and practical insights for getting hired in this field.
You’ll also hear tips on positioning your background, understanding the role of operations within an organization, and why this career path can offer both stability and growth for educators ready for change.If you’re wondering how your teaching experience can translate into a successful, fulfilling role in the corporate world, this episode is a great place to start.
Tune in for Part 1—and stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll go even deeper into this career path.
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