Rachel Cicioni explores the common barriers teachers face when starting their own business, emphasizing mindset shifts, energy, and identity transformation. She offers practical insights and a program to help teachers overcome fears, reframe their value, and take decisive action. Listen to the end to learn how you can take advantage of this offer!

Chapters
00:00 Overcoming Inertia: The First Steps to Starting a Business
08:15 Mindset Shift: Embracing Your New Identity as a Business Owner
11:06 Taking Action: The Path to Clarity and Success

Resources:
Article: Being a Self-Employed Teacher Costs Less Than You Think

Mindset Reset Program

In this episode, Rachel Cicioni shares her honest journey through paid coaching, highlighting what to look for, how to choose wisely, and how to avoid costly mistakes. She emphasizes the importance of aligned coaching, continuous learning, and trusting your instincts to build a sustainable business.

Resources:

The Pros and Cons of Paid Business Coaching (Article)

Carly Filewich (YouTube)

Chapters
00:00 The Reality of Paid Coaching
02:20 Finding the Right Mentor
05:09 The Cost of Bad Coaching
07:36 Investing in Continued Education
09:43 Key Takeaways for Coaching Success
12:00 Building a Supportive Network

In this episode of the Teacher to Entrepreneur podcast, Rachel Cicioni shares her personal approach to business practices that feel good to her and her business. She emphasizes authenticity, transparency, and alignment with values. She discusses why she avoids common tactics like DM outreach, hiding prices, and high-pressure sales, advocating for a more genuine and respectful client relationship. Listen in to this episode to hear how this advice could work for your business.

Chapters
00:00 Rejecting Conventional Business Practices
03:51 The Importance of Transparency in Pricing
08:24 Avoiding Manipulative Sales Tactics
12:52 Building a Business Aligned with Values