Do What You Want!
Season 2 of the "Do What You Want" podcast takes us beyond where Season 1 left us, where the host interviewed people who, at one point in their life said, “Ya know... I’m going to… do what I want” and then they went and… did what they want.
But right now, the market feels... odd. Everyone wants to sell you their frameworks, trainings, systems, processes. Every other Instagram story is an ad to a webinar that will "unlock your secret to more clients" or "sell your digital products on autopilot."
But will it? Or do we need something more?
Or maybe all of these coaches & personal brands are on to something, because the word "solopreneur" should have never existed in the first place and we're meant to be in community — to work together, share ideas, and exchange energy.
In Season 2 of Do What You Want, Rachael explores what's really going on in the online marketing space right now, interviews experts to learn what's working for them in 2026, and ultimately — encourages you to do what you want.
At the end of each episode, YOU get to decide what feels aligned and what doesn't. Take what you need and leave the rest. Listen to every episode or only listen to the ones where the title lights you up.
Curious? Then give it a listen! New episodes of this new iteration are out in June 2026.
Do What You Want!
When Teaching Isn’t Enough Anymore: How to Know It’s Time for a Change (with Lisa Harding)
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What happens when you go from CEO of an ed-tech company to a stay-at-home mom to launching a business that helps teachers leave the classroom? Lisa Harding joins Rachael to talk about her unexpected leap into entrepreneurship—and how she went from supporting teachers inside the system to empowering them to find freedom outside of it.
In this conversation, Lisa shares how she overcame the fear of judgment, the ethical questions she wrestled with, and why she felt morally obligated to help teachers transition out of the classroom with support, strategy, and a whole lot of heart.
We also dive into:
- What sparked Lisa’s career shift (hint: it wasn’t about being her own boss—at first)
- The imposter syndrome she faced, even after leading a company as CEO
- Why teachers make incredible employees and entrepreneurs
- The surprising power of supportive community during any big life transition
- Her advice for teachers who are scared to make the jump—or unsure if they even should
Whether you’re a burned-out teacher, a quiet entrepreneur, or someone wondering what else is out there—this one’s for you.
🔗 Resources Mentioned:
- Teacher Career Transition Academy
- Free Career Directory with 200+ career options for former teachers: Grab it here.
- Facebook Group for Career Transitioning Teachers: Check it out here
🧠 Connect with Lisa Harding:
- Instagram: @teachercareertransitionacademy
- Podcast: Beyond the Classroom
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