Creator Science #105: Daphne Gomez – Leaning into rapid growth and finding rapid growth on Instagram
May 31, 2022
Daphne Gomez, the creator of Teacher Career Coach and a former educator, shares her inspiring journey from the classroom to becoming a career coach. She discusses leveraging Instagram collaborations to grow her brand and build a supportive community. Daphne dives into the challenges educators face during transitions, emphasizing strategic partnerships for audience engagement. She also highlights the importance of authentic storytelling in podcasting, illustrating how genuine connections can empower educators to navigate their career paths.
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Burnout and Leaving Teaching
- Daphne Gomez, a former 5th-grade teacher, experienced burnout and stress-related illnesses.
- This led her to leave teaching and seek a new career path.
Reasons for Teacher Burnout
- Teachers face immense pressure from decision fatigue, lack of support, and unrealistic expectations.
- This, coupled with parental pressure and societal issues, contributes to teacher burnout.
Teacher Workload
- Daphne Gomez discusses the pre- and post-work workload teachers face, including lesson prep and grading.
- She highlights the lack of downtime and adult interaction during the workday.