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Pivoting Out of Edu

Drs. Tom Studdert and Jaimie Hoffmanpivotingoutofedu.com
In our podcast, we share the stories of other folks who have left campus-based positions in higher education and K-12. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average person holds 12 jobs between the ages of 18 and 50. Educators (like us!) often enter our careers thinking we will stay in education forever – perhaps because we’re trained to think that way, or perhaps it is hard to see other pathways. Both of us found our way out of campus-based positions and are finding it to be very satisfying.

Episodes

#65 “Campus Rec to... FINANCIAL ADVISOR?" ~ Featuring Jon Broska

We end our fourth season with almost 40k downloads and with this interesting pivot featuring Jon Broska . Both Tom and Jaimie were quite surprised to find that Jon's story is one of our favorites of the season. Jon pivoted from campus recreation to being a financial advisor and we never would have thought that there were so many similarities to student affairs work. We highly encourage you to listen to this episode! And... get ready for season five because we're switching it up and we think you'...

Dec 22, 202224 minSeason 4Ep. 65

#61 "Higher Ed to Ed Tech and Global Onboarding" Featuring Samantha Goldstein

Join us as we discover Samantha Goldstein's career journey. She started in higher education and was able to weave in and out eventually landing in a role with LinkedIn where she conducts onboarding. Her story is fascinating and gives hope to folx looking to be able to try new things.

Nov 22, 202227 minSeason 4Ep. 61

#60 "Student life to blood banks" Liz Collver

Join us as we learn about Liz Collver's journey through new student programs, philanthropy, and student life to her current role at Versiti Blood Center. Everyone's pivot can look different. Be open to opportunities!

Oct 26, 202218 min

#59 Strategy Short: Interviewing

Join us for our second "strategy short" of this season, a short (10-15 min) episode in which Jaimie and Tom share strategies to help bolster your pivot. In this short, we share general advice and information about interviewing outside education.

Oct 24, 20226 min

#58 "Student Affairs to L&D at Deloitte" Featuring Dan Wehr

Dan Wehr's story will resonate with many of our listeners because worked in housing, student activities, AND orientation! Now he is working in learning and development at Deloitte. Check out his story!

Oct 14, 202220 minSeason 4Ep. 58

#57 "Math teacher to SDR in Ed Tech" Featuring Harold Hall

Calling all classroom teachers! Tune in this week to listen to Harold Hall's story about shifting from being a math teacher to a sales development representative. Such a cool guy! You'll love his story.

Oct 04, 202221 minSeason 4Ep. 57

#56 "Campus Rec to Real Estate" Featuring Cindy Tse

Tom and Jaimie loved chatting with Cindy Tse about her pivot to real estate. It was so interesting hearing how she sees parallels in her work now to her work in campus recreation. Also, many of you can get started working on a real estate license even before you pivot. Enjoy!

Sep 29, 202224 min

#55 Strategy Short: The Decision Pyramid

Trying something a little new this season with "strategy shorts" which are essentially short (10-15 min) episodes in which Jaimie and Tom share strategies to help bolster your pivot. In this short, we share the decision pyramid which contains variables to consider when deciding the direction of your future career path.

Sep 26, 202210 minSeason 4Ep. 55

#53 "Conduct to County Housing Support" Featuring Chelsee Bente Russell

Chelsee Bente Russell's story will resonate with our listeners who want to stay working in a values-aligned space. She is passionate about ensuring folx have their basic needs met and has moved into a position with her local county where she focuses on housing for citizens. Another great example of how you can work to affect change outside of higher education!

Sep 08, 202234 minSeason 53Ep. 4

#52 "Student Affairs to Equity Strategy" Featuring Darrell Ray

This week we talk with Darrel Ray about his journey from various student affairs roles, including VPSA, into a position as a Chief Equity Strategist. Darrel's story is great motivation for seasoned leaders to think about what is next.

Sep 05, 202225 minSeason 4Ep. 52

#51 "Campus Rec to SEO Optimization" Featuring Heather Hamilton

We love this pivoter's unique story in this episode! Heather Hamilton decided she wanted to learn about SEO and marketing so while working in campus recreation in higher education, she took courses and learned. She's a go-getter and her story is one that will likely give you ideas for your own pivot!

Aug 23, 202223 minSeason 4Ep. 51

#50 "Ph.D. to DEI" Featuring Dr. Sarah Toutant

Our first guest of Season Four is an amazing one AND this happens to be EPISODE FIFTY! Join us as we talk to Dr. Sarah Toutant who speaks bravely and proudly about the pivot she took out of education when she finished her Ph.D. program.

Aug 16, 202232 minSeason 4Ep. 50

#49 Introducing Season 4

Ya'll we're kicking off Season 4 and we're so excited to share that we have reached over 30,000 downloads! We said we would keep doing this as long as you keep listening... so here we are! Looking forward to sharing another season with you full of amazing pivoter's and sprinkled in some short episodes jam packed with our advice. Listen in as we share what's coming this season and Jaimie's most recent pivot news!

Aug 09, 202217 minSeason 4Ep. 1

#48 Black Professionals Pivoting Out of Edu with Guest Host Dr. Alexandria White

She's baaacccckk! We are excited to share this season 3 bonus episode focused on the unique challenges Black professionals experience when pivoting out of campus-based positions. Our guest host, Dr. Alexandria White , shares what she's experienced and learned from helping others. Join us as we dig into this very important topic.

Jul 23, 202227 minSeason 3Ep. 48

#47 "K-12, to Higher Ed, to Ed Tech" with Nori Barajas-Murphy

Learn from Nori Barajas-Murphy how she pivoted through different contexts (e.g. K-12, higher education, and educational technology) while staying digitally focused. Nori's story is fascinating as grant writing also helped her to pivot... plus she's always fun to chat with!

May 23, 202227 min

#45 "From Housing to Habitat for Humanity" Featuring Leah Schueler

Many of our listeners who have a housing background wonder what they can do outside of campus-based positions. We've showcased a variety of pathways and we think the one featured this week will resonate with many of you. Leah Schueler went from housing to Habitat for Humanity.

Apr 26, 202230 min

#42 "From Admission to Ed Tech Sales" Featuring Erin Stine

Join us as we talk "sales" with Erin Stine who pivoted from a campus-based position in admissions to Ed Tech. We are certain Erin will help you think differently about sales and it just may become a pathway you will consider!

Mar 30, 202233 minSeason 3Ep. 42

#40 "Orientation to Recruitment" with Albert Perera

Lots of folx who pivot out of campus-based positions think about recruitment as a next step in their journey. Join us as we talk with Albert Perera, a Recruitment Coordinator at Slack. Of course, we also geek out about our love for Slack. :)

Mar 08, 202228 minSeason 3Ep. 40

#38 "Res Life to Marketing" Featuring Liz Gross

Join us to hear Liz Gross's fascinating story about her transition from Res Life to marketing and ultimately to creating her own role at Campus Sonar, a social listening company. So inspiring!

Feb 24, 202232 minSeason 3Ep. 38

#36 Season 3 Introduction

Welcome back to Season THREE! In this episode, we reflect on the work we've done so far with the podcast, foreshadow what's ahead this season, share some accomplishments from 2021 and plans for 2022.

Feb 08, 202223 minSeason 3Ep. 36