Ep.77-Empowered Transitions: From Classroom to Career Success for Educators-Chris Schutt
- Ep.77-Empowered Transitions: From Classroom to Career Success for Educators-Chris Schutt Jackie Scully 37:43
In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of Chris Schutt, a former middle school teacher turned Senior Product Designer at Pearson and the Founder of Career Crucible. Beyond sharing insights into his successful career transitions, Chris opens up about the frustrations and challenges he experienced within the Education system.
As Chris reflects on his teaching experience, he expresses a deep love for students but a growing frustration with a system that prioritizes products over processes and places undue importance on grades. Witnessing the detrimental impact on the learning process, Chris recognized the urgent need for change.
The conversation explores how the teaching profession often leads to Burnout and challenges in maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Chris shares his personal struggles and observations, highlighting the systemic issues that many educators face.
Driven by a desire to contribute positively to the education system, Chris made a pivotal decision to transition to Ed Tech. His experiences in the industry equipped him with unique insights into addressing the pain points faced by teachers and students. Now, as a career coach, Chris is dedicated to helping others navigate their own career transformations.
Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on the challenges within education, the importance of work/life balance, and the power of making purposeful career choices. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career or questioned the traditional education system, this episode offers inspiration and actionable insights.
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