The Journey from Teacher to Entrepreneur | Sir, You Look Tired

05/11/2025 48 min

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Join Martin on this episode of 'Sir, You Look Tired' as he welcomes Claire Riley, founder of Classroom Secrets. With Dan away, Martin dives into a candid conversation with Claire about the challenges and joys of teaching, her transition from secondary to primary education, and the personal reflections brought on by the impending arrival of his baby. They discuss the struggles of work-life balance for teachers, managing expectations, and Claire's own journey from teaching to founding a successful educational business. Tune in for an insightful discussion about the realities teachers face both in and out of the classroom.https://classroomsecrets.co.uk/sign-up-plansCode: TEACHERSPT this will get listeners a 10% discount on an annual subscription.Timestamps & chapters below 👇00:00 Introduction and Personal Update00:25 Guest Introduction: Claire Riley01:53 Balancing Teaching and Parenthood04:06 Challenges and Reflections on Teaching12:40 Transitioning from Secondary to Primary Teaching25:37 Navigating School Interviews25:55 Red Flags in Interviews28:07 Supply Teaching Insights31:28 Challenges in Teaching Management35:38 Balancing Work and Personal Life39:17 The Importance of Boundaries47:42 Reflecting on Teaching Experiences48:09 Conclusion and Next Steps

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