
Ep 19. Pros and Cons of Remote Work From a Former Teacher
06/25/24 • 11 min
What if you could skip the exhausting daily grind, commute less, and transform your work-life balance entirely? That's exactly what happened to me as I transitioned from a traditional teaching role to becoming a Senior UX Researcher working remotely. In this episode of the UX Teacher Prep Podcast, I share my journey, recounting the joy of trading in my hour-plus commute for the freedom to choose my work environment.
Join me as I unpack the pros and cons of remote work. If you’re curious about making the switch to a remote or hybrid role, or just want to explore the potential lifestyle changes it brings, this episode is packed with insights that might just inspire your next career move.
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Want to hear why I left teaching after 15 years? Listen here
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- Grab your free UX transferable skills cheat sheet to get started on your transition journey to UX.
- Ready to find balance and unleash your creativity? Explore uxteacherprep.com to see how we can support you.
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What if you could skip the exhausting daily grind, commute less, and transform your work-life balance entirely? That's exactly what happened to me as I transitioned from a traditional teaching role to becoming a Senior UX Researcher working remotely. In this episode of the UX Teacher Prep Podcast, I share my journey, recounting the joy of trading in my hour-plus commute for the freedom to choose my work environment.
Join me as I unpack the pros and cons of remote work. If you’re curious about making the switch to a remote or hybrid role, or just want to explore the potential lifestyle changes it brings, this episode is packed with insights that might just inspire your next career move.
Curious about the UX Research job overview? Listen to this episode
Want to hear why I left teaching after 15 years? Listen here
Text Me! 📱I’d love to hear from you! Click here to send me a message.
*Click the Support the Show link above to become a UXTP Premium Member and join the monthly Q & A for members only! Thanks for the love!
Resources:
- Follow us on Linkedin, Instagram, and YouTube for daily updates and tips.
- Grab your free UX transferable skills cheat sheet to get started on your transition journey to UX.
- Ready to find balance and unleash your creativity? Explore uxteacherprep.com to see how we can support you.
- Subscribe to our email list to be the first to receive updates about workshops and networking events.
- Want to be a guest on the show or know someone who’d be a great guest? Sign up here.
- Have ideas for a podcast topic you want to hear next? Email us at [email protected].
- Don’t forget to scroll down and leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️review. Thanks for listening!
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Resources:
- Follow us on Linkedin, Instagram, and YouTube for daily updates and tips.
- Grab your free UX transferable skills cheat sheet to get started on your transition journey to UX.
- Ready to find balance and unleash your creativity? Explore uxteacherprep.com to see how we can support you.
- Subscribe to our email list to be the first to receive updates about workshops and networking events.
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Text Me! 📱I’d love to hear from you! Click here to send me a message.
*Click the Support the Show link above to become a UXTP Premium Member and join the monthly Q & A for members only! Thanks for the love!
Resources:
- Follow us on Linkedin, Instagram, and YouTube for daily updates and tips.
- Grab your free UX transferable skills cheat sheet to get started on your transition journey to UX.
- Ready to find balance and unleash your creativity? Explore uxteacherprep.com to see how we can support you.
- Subscribe to our email list to be the first to receive updates about workshops and networking events.
- Want to be a guest on the show or know someone who’d be a great guest? Sign up here.
- Have ideas for a podcast topic you want to hear next? Email us at [email protected].
- Don’t forget to scroll down and leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️review. Thanks for listening!
The UX Teacher Prep Podcast - Ep 19. Pros and Cons of Remote Work From a Former Teacher
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Hello teacher friends . Coach Z here and welcome back to the UX Teacher Prep Podcast . I'm on a mission to help teachers find the balance to unleash their creativity .
ZeeThe other day I was sitting at home working on my computer and I was looking back and forth between my laptop , which is my main screen , and my monitor , which is my second sc
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