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Ever feel like your planning period just vanishes—even though you're hustling the whole time? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm breaking down why your prep time actually feels overloaded, not empty, especially when you're juggling multiple preps, major assessments, and endless grading cycles as a secondary teacher. I'll share the biggest mistake I made for years (hello, unit collisions!) and how a simple shift in your calendar can rescue your sanity, lighten your workload, and help you actually finish something before the bell. If you're searching for real strategies around lesson planning, organization, easing overwhelm, and surviving multiple preps as a middle or high school teacher, this episode is packed with tips that work—because you deserve prep time that helps you breathe, not burn out.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Need a fast mid-year teaching reset? Try my 10-Minute Teacher Reset Tool — a free AI-powered assistant that helps you simplify one system in 10 minutes or less: https://khristenmassic.com/10minute Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Ready to stop rebuilding from scratch and start shipping seasonal resources at speed? We open the playbook to turn a single “magic numbers” puzzle into a full set of New Year math activities across multiple grade levels. You'll hear exactly how we modify a cross-out template, expand the number grid, and map digits to letters to reveal a message like “Happy New Year.” Then we show how to populate the content fast by pulling problems from previous resources and using AI to draft themed word problems that you can fine-tune for clarity and rigor.Once the content is set, we move into a publishing pipeline built for batching. We export slides as PNGs, assemble clean student and answer PDFs, and drop in terms of use across every open file in one pass. For $2 listings, we keep covers and previews aligned with a template that demonstrates the puzzle mechanic without exposing the full resource. A quick promo window at a lower price point helps jumpstart traffic and search visibility before returning to the standard price. You'll see how this approach produced meaningful December revenue from low-cost items and, more importantly, surfaced clear data on which grades and topics actually convert.The bigger win is strategic: small seasonal products create fast feedback loops. By launching multiple versions—multiplication, equivalent fractions, solving equations—we learn which segments of our audience respond, then focus on middle grades and multi-level skills that sell. Templates carry forward year after year by swapping the reveal text from “Happy New Year” to “2026,” “2027,” and beyond, letting us scale output without sacrificing quality. If you want a practical, repeatable system to publish more, earn data faster, and keep your store active while you build high-ticket anchors, this walkthrough is for you. If it helps, share it with a fellow TPT seller, subscribe for more step-by-step builds, and leave a review with the next seasonal theme you want us to tackle.Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8_WAW0pWmucWatch How I Made 30 TPT Products in 10 Hours: https://youtu.be/Bkm0WQ-rg7s?si=W-f9TotQtsdQRdRL  Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch  Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115  Support the show

Ever feel like juggling multiple preps as a secondary teacher leaves you spinning your wheels—but never getting ahead? In this episode, I get real about how trying to do everything just leads to overwhelm, burnout, and never-ending to-do lists. Instead, I'll show you how choosing just one clear focus can make your planning, grading, and energy feel so much lighter. If you're looking for practical strategies, systems, and time-saving tips to finally reduce teacher overwhelm and stop racing against the clock, this episode is for you! Let's talk about simplifying your planning period, protecting your time, and finding that one thing that truly moves your students forward. Whether you teach middle school or high school and wrangle multiple preps, I promise—one focus is all you need to start thriving.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Need a fast mid-year teaching reset? Try my 10-Minute Teacher Reset Tool — a free AI-powered assistant that helps you simplify one system in 10 minutes or less: https://khristenmassic.com/10minute Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Ready to replace guesswork with a game plan? We dive into TPT's latest seller updates and unpack how to use them to drive real revenue: unique buyers, carts, and a fresh set of calculated metrics that turn raw numbers into clear steps. I share how I read earnings per cart, earnings per view, and units per cart to spot where money leaks and how to plug them with bundles, add-ons, and smarter pricing.We explore the Product Insights tab to separate traffic issues from conversion issues. You'll hear concrete examples of listings that lost traffic but gained conversion and why that matters for ranking, previews, covers, and titles. I show how to sort winners and decliners, use wishlist trends, and filter by product categories to find the fastest opportunities. No fluff—just the exact clues that point to the next five updates worth your time.Then we get tactical with the new discount tools. Abandoned cart emails recover forgotten purchases with a simple 10% nudge, while follower discounts reward your audience and encourage the follow. I walk through an easy weekly activation cadence and share the lift I've seen without heavy promotion. We tie it all together with the three growth levers—traffic, conversion, and retention—and how to pick your focus for 2026 based on your own data, not a trend or a guess.If you're a TPT seller who wants higher earnings per view, stronger conversion, and more repeat buyers, this walkthrough is your roadmap. Listen, take notes, and then choose one lever to pull this month. If it helps, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for more data-driven strategies, and leave a review so we can keep creating the resources you need.Sign Up for the TPT Profit Plan Workshop: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/hun253Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WI435L77YEwWatch My YouTube Video About Starting an Email List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPgMyw8lGN0 Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115  Support the show

Have you read Jean Meltzer yet, and are you in the mood for a holiday romance with real heart? In this special encore episode, we're bringing back our December 2021 Book Club episode (Ep. 207), featuring Jean Meltzer's The Matzah Ball (Libro.fm | Bookshop.org), her delightful debut. We loved revisiting this one: it's funny and festive, but it also has surprising depth as Meltzer thoughtfully explores chronic illness and the power (and weight) of keeping parts of yourself hidden. We also talk about the rich portrayal of Jewish traditions, the book's strong family dynamics, and the second-chance chemistry between Rachel and Jacob. If you're new to Meltzer, this is a perfect place to start, especially since she's also written another holiday romance we adore, The Eight Heartbreaks of Hanukkah (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm). We hope you enjoy this cozy throwback, and we'd love to hear what holiday reads you're loving this season!   Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified. Happy December. Today we are doing a throwback to one of my favorite episodes, all about how to design a small group curriculum that actually works. In this episode, we are getting into the meat and potatoes of small group curriculum. My goal is to make the process simple, realistic, and easy to implement so you can confidently design groups that support your students and meet your counseling goals. When it comes to small group curriculum, you are likely doing one of two things. You may be using activities or curriculum that you have already purchased, such as hard copy books provided by your school or resources from Teachers Pay Teachers. Or you may be creating your own curriculum from scratch because one has not been provided for you. No matter which route you choose, there are six steps you can follow to design a small group curriculum that works. Identify your topic Start by identifying your small group topic using referral data or student needs. For example, you may notice a need for a self control group. Outline your weeks with ASCA aligned objectives Determine the length of your group, typically six to eight weeks. Choose one clear objective for each week. Align each objective with an ASCA mindset and behavior that matches your goal. Once this is complete, type out your weekly outline so you have a clear plan to follow. Select your icebreakers Icebreakers are especially important during the first session to help students feel comfortable and connected. Choose simple activities that build rapport and introduce the group structure. Select your activities Activities are the core of each session. Look closely at your weekly objective and choose an activity that directly supports that skill or concept. This ensures your sessions stay focused and intentional. Select a reflection piece Reflection is a powerful part of student learning. Journals work especially well for small groups. Even five minutes of reflection can help students process what they learned and apply it outside of the session. Create your self assessment Data collection is essential for tailoring your sessions and tracking student progress. Create a self assessment that is based on your weekly objectives so you can measure growth throughout the group. This framework helps you stay organized, intentional, and data driven while creating small groups that truly support your students.   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT Group Bundle Group Cheat Sheet ASCA Mindset and behaviors Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube   More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!  

Feeling that January pressure to overhaul everything in your classroom, especially with multiple preps on your plate? In this episode, I'm sharing why you don't need a total reset to kickstart the new semester—no new systems, no endless planning, and absolutely no guilt. Let's talk about how a gentle, practical January reset can actually help you breathe easier, reduce overwhelm, and keep what's already working for you as a secondary teacher. Whether you're juggling semester turnovers, new classes, or trying to survive as a multi-prep teacher, I'll walk you through how to pick your one clear next step for the new term. You'll hear practical questions, mindset shifts, and easy strategies to help you start the semester with clarity, not exhaustion—so you can teach well and protect your own well-being.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Need a fast mid-year teaching reset? Try my 10-Minute Teacher Reset Tool — a free AI-powered assistant that helps you simplify one system in 10 minutes or less: https://khristenmassic.com/10minute Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

The Culture of Celebration Series As the winter season unfolds, many classrooms begin to feel a little cattywampus. Schedules shift, energy runs high, budgets feel tight, and the pressure to “make it magical” can quickly become overwhelming.In this episode of The Culture Centered Classroom, Jocelynn introduces The Joy Budget a reframe that reminds educators that the most meaningful celebrations do not require money, elaborate plans, or Pinterest worthy perfection. Instead, they are built on connection, care, cultural competence, and co creation.This episode builds directly on the first three episodes of the series, offering practical, zero cost strategies for honoring diverse traditions, sustaining joy, and strengthening classroom community during the winter months.In This Episode You Will ExploreWhy celebration does not need a financial budgetJocelynn reframes celebration as a practice rooted in relationship rather than resources, emphasizing that connection is the true currency of joy.How cultural competence guides winter celebrationsThis episode revisits the idea that culture is not decoration and that honoring diverse observances requires intention, humility, and care rather than surface level activities.The power of co creation during the holiday seasonBy inviting students into planning and decision making, educators reduce their own workload while honoring student agency and belonging.Zero cost celebration ideas aligned with the AnchorED for Achievement frameworkYou will hear practical examples includingCo creation audits The Global Light ShareAffirmation artifactsCelebration dance breaksCommunity norms reflection circlesEach idea is grounded in agency, empowerment, community, hope, and reflection.Why joy is a strategic practice not a seasonal eventJocelynn connects these practices to long term culture building, showing how intentional celebration strengthens equity, belonging, and emotional safety.Reflection Questions for EducatorsWhat does celebration currently cost me in time, energy, or stressHow can I shift from planning for students to co creating with themWhich traditions or celebrations feel meaningful in my classroom and which feel performativeHow does cultural competence influence the way I approach winter celebrationsWhat joyful practices should carry beyond this season and into everyday classroom lifeResources MentionedBack to School Series Freebie Lesson 1 from The First 10 Days Building Classroom Belonging customteachingsolutions.com/btsfreeFocus Word Reflection Kit Available in the Virtual Learning Library and on Teachers Pay Teachers

Ever feel like December in the secondary classroom is pure chaos—prep periods disappearing, students bouncing between sleepy and wild, and your to-do list never getting any shorter? You're not alone! In this episode, I'll walk you through the exact quick resets I use during class time (not your precious winter break) to keep my multiple-prep classroom running smoothly. You'll get actionable, time-saving strategies for classroom organization, routines, and reflection—so you start January with clarity and calm, not overwhelm. Let's ditch the guilt, protect your break, and set up easy wins for your future teacher self—because you deserve it!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Need a fast mid-year teaching reset? Try my 10-Minute Teacher Reset Tool — a free AI-powered assistant that helps you simplify one system in 10 minutes or less: https://khristenmassic.com/10minute Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Ep. 34 - Holiday Songs Part 1 - Music with Miss Jen - An Early Childhood Music Class PodcastWelcome to the Music with Miss Jen podcast, an engaging early childhood music class full of playful songs, imaginative lyrics, and music that will make your child want to clap, dance, and sing along! While designed especially for the younger listener, this music class is one the whole family can enjoy, with simple instrumentation and a focus on high-quality music selections.In this episode, we are singing holiday songs for December, including:"Let's Sing Hello Together" - words © 2000 Music with Miss Jen, traditional music“Up on the Housetop” - traditional music, words adapted © 2024 Music with Miss Jen“Christmas Coming Just Around the Bend” - © The Morning Report; Licensed from Epidemic Sound“Jingle Bells Swing” - traditional, instrumental recording licensed from © 2024 Matthew Mike Music“Rockin' Sleigh Ride” - words and music by Chimney Givers, licensed from Epidemic Sound"I Have a Little Dreidel” - traditional words and music“3 Little Presents” - - words © 2024 Music with Miss Jen“Goodbye, My Friends” - words and music © 2024 Music with Miss JenYou can find more songs in my digital products available in my Teachers Pay Teachers store or on Etsy.Where to find more Music with Miss Jen:Website: https://www.musicwithmissjen.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@musicwithmissjenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/musicmissjen/About Miss Jen -Miss Jen has been making music with young children for over 25 years. While she has taught all ages, early childhood has been her area of expertise for her entire teaching career. She has taught in both public and independent schools in a number of urban, suburban, and rural settings in 3 states. For the past 20 years, she has taught music outreach programs in preschools and day care centers, as well as conservatory-based music programs for infants up through fourth grade. She still actively teaches in multiple preschools and daycare centers, working with nearly 300 students and 45 teachers each year.

Stop setting random goals that look good on paper and build a plan that actually grows your TPT store. We dig into the quiet reason January resolutions fail for sellers: a lopsided focus on traffic while ignoring conversion and customer retention. Views matter, but without a store that converts and a system that brings buyers back, more clicks just multiply frustration. We break the cycle with a simple, repeatable framework you can use to shape your 2026 profit plan.First, we unpack traffic the right way—seasonal keyword research, standards language teachers actually search, and resource ideas that match real classroom timing. Then we turn to conversion, where the biggest wins often hide: mobile-friendly covers, a thumbnail story that sells outcomes, previews that answer objections in seconds, and pricing that reflects value in your niche. Finally, we show how retention multiplies every effort: thoughtful post-purchase emails, bundle pathways, product ecosystems that build trust, and updates that keep customers engaged across the school year.You'll hear how to read your data to pick a starting point, map tasks to each revenue driver, and avoid the trap of busywork disguised as growth. If you've ever asked why more views aren't leading to more sales, this conversation gives you a practical path forward and a way to plan an entire year with clarity and confidence. Ready to trade guesswork for a blueprint? Join our TPT Profit Plan workshop to build your personalized roadmap for 2026, then come back next week to keep the momentum going.If this helped you, follow the show, share with a TPT friend, and leave a quick review—what revenue driver are you focusing on first?Sign Up for the TPT Profit Plan Workshop: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/hun253Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/L-wcnfZiuGw Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch  Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115  Support the show

Do you love a good holiday story that brings different traditions, and unexpected friendships, together in one cozy, snowed-in town? We're diving into our December Book Club pick, Three Holidays and a Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm). Before we get into the book club chat, we start with a bookish check-in: Jen shares about Nadia Davids's Cape Fever (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), and Ashley talks about A. R. Abbott's Founded on Blood and Magic (Bookshop.org). From there, we get into all things Three Holidays and a Wedding. We talk about the way Maryam and Anna's unlikely friendship becomes the heart of the story, the charm of the Snow Falls setting, and the beauty of seeing Ramadan, Hanukkah, and Christmas all woven into the same timeline. We also share book pairings, including Ali Brady's Merry Little Bookshop (Bookshop.org) and Fredrik Backman's Anxious People (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), and wrap up with our bookish heart ratings and a couple of Unabridged Favorites. This is our final new episode of 2025, and we'll be back soon with a re-release of a past book club discussion before we head into a new year of reading together. Also be sure to check out our 2026 Reading Challenge as we turn toward the new year!    Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

December can make even the most organized secondary teacher feel like surviving multiple preps is a caffeine-fueled juggling act, so in this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm sharing my best shortcuts for grading smarter, capturing what works, and setting up one easy January anchor task—so your winter break is truly a break. If you're searching for practical tips to protect your energy, manage projects and feedback, or just want proven systems to reduce overwhelm before the semester ends, this episode is for you. Hit play and walk into break (and January!) feeling lighter, more in control, and ready to actually enjoy the time off you deserve.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Ready to break the $100 ceiling and build toward consistent $500 months on TPT? We walk through seven practical strategies that compound: building an email list that actually drives clicks, dialing in TPT SEO so buyers can find you, and transforming previews into guided tours that sell. Along the way, we show how to read your data, identify conversion gaps, and replicate wins across a product line so each successful resource becomes a template for growth.We start with traffic you control - simple email systems, focused lead magnets, and timely messages that connect your content to classroom needs. Then we push for discoverability on the platform itself, using clean titles, clear descriptions, and accurate tags that match real teacher search behavior. With more eyes on your listings, we turn to conversion: what a high-performing preview looks like, why 300+ views is a smart threshold for analysis, and how one optimized template can lift a whole catalog.Retention ties it all together. We map out how to extend a bestseller into a cohesive line, bundle for real savings, and add subtle upsells in both previews and product descriptions that nudge buyers toward multi-item carts. Finally, we talk about accelerating your learning curve through coaching, courses, and a focused planning workshop, so you stop guessing and start executing a clear 2026 plan with measurable goals.If you're ready to grow with intention - more visibility, stronger conversions, and repeat buyers - hit play. Subscribe, share this with a fellow TPT seller, and leave a review telling us which strategy you'll implement first.Download the free guide here! https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/your-first-100 Sign Up for the TPT Profit Plan Workshop: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/hun253Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WOq3VUpvKMgWatch My YouTube Video About Starting an Email List: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPgMyw8lGN0 Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch  Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115  Support the show

By December, we're all running on fumes—trust me, I've been there! In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm sharing my three favorite low-prep classroom games that keep middle and high school students genuinely engaged (without the extra work, guilt, or endless slide decks). If you juggle multiple preps and are looking for classroom management ideas, student engagement strategies, or simple routines to beat the holiday chaos, these games are your shortcut to less stress and more connection.I'll show you exactly how “Would You Rather,” Taboo, and adapted board games can boost learning and cut down on your prep time—so you can finally breathe easy in December and set yourself up for an easier January. Hit play and let's thrive together!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

What if the real reason your TPT store isn't scaling has nothing to do with effort or even product quality? We dig into the hidden growth lever most sellers miss: building a simple, coherent sales machine that turns one resource into many repeat purchases. Instead of chasing the algorithm or piling up a cold email list, we map a clear path from strategic product lines to value‑first marketing and trust that compounds.We start by reframing growth around a product line that serves a specific teacher need across many topics. That focus lets you market timeless benefits—student engagement, easier prep, smoother routines—while always having the exact resource a buyer needs this week. From there, we walk through a practical funnel: choose one line, craft a free opt‑in that delivers a quick classroom win, and build an email sequence that alternates pure teaching with concise offers. The goal isn't a quick spike; it's a rhythm that earns attention, proves credibility, and makes the purchase feel like the next logical step.You'll hear how to replace random uploads with intentional gaps to fill, how to expand a line based on teacher requests, and how to re‑introduce the same products seasonally without sounding repetitive. We also break down the shift from short‑term sales thinking to long‑term loyalty—what to say after the first purchase, how to keep buyers coming back, and when to introduce adjacent lines that leverage existing trust. If you've been hovering under the $2K mark, this framework gives you a focused way to grow without burnout or guesswork.Ready to plan your year around what actually drives sales? Join the TPT Profit Plan workshop and walk away with a step‑by‑step growth plan, live examples, and clear priorities. Subscribe, share with a seller friend, and leave a review to tell us what product line you'll focus on first.Sign Up for the TPT Profit Plan Workshop: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/hun253Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ew1FVc3zLK4  Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfulton My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/ My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATsch Free Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115  Support the show

Have you read Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Secret Garden (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), or maybe watched one of the adaptations, and wondered how it holds up today? In Episode 301, Jen and Ashley dive into this beloved classic as our November Book Club pick. We start with a Bookish Check-in before diving into our discussion. We talk about what surprised us when revisiting The Secret Garden, from Mary's truly contrary beginning to the way nature, friendship, and “a bit of earth” transform both Mary and Colin over time. We also spend time on the harder pieces that haven't aged well despite the hopeful story at the center of the novel.   For pairings, Ashley recommends Sharon M. Draper's Out of My Mind (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), and Jen brings Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) into the conversation. We wrap up with our Unabridged Favorites for this month. We'd love to know your thoughts on The Secret Garden and any pairings you'd suggest, so come chat with us on social media @unabridgedpod and let us know what you think.   Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

As we enter the winter holiday season — a time filled with classroom parties, family gatherings, cultural traditions, and moments of both joy and complexity — this new series, The Culture of Celebration, invites educators to pause and ask a powerful question:What are we really celebrating?In this first episode, Jocelynn unpacks the deeper meaning behind celebration, explores the connection between culture and recognition, and models how cultural competence helps us design celebrations that are equitable, authentic, and inclusive for every student.Whether you love the holidays, find this season heavy, or fall somewhere in between, this episode offers grounding, compassion, and practical insight for educators navigating November and December with intention.In this episode we explore:Why this episode matters during Thanksgiving week and the National Day of MourningHow the holidays can bring both joy and tension for students and familiesThe difference between celebration as performance and celebration as meaningHow celebrations tell a story about what a community valuesA clear, accessible definitionWhy cultural competence is a mindset shift, not a checklistHow our own cultural lens shapes classroom celebrationsHow her approach to holiday travel and traditions transformedMoving from “this is how we've always done it” to “what do we actually need right now?”The role that grief, motherhood, and healing played in redefining celebrationHow to use the AnchorED principles (Agency, Norms, Community, Hope, Opportunity, Reflection, Empowerment, Data-Informed Practice) to evaluate classroom and school celebrations:Opportunity: Who gets seen?Agency: Who gets to choose how they are celebrated?Norms: What values guide recognition?Community: Whose stories are centered?Hope + Empowerment: Are we uplifting what is possible?Reflection: What messages are we sending?Themes inspired by Oriah Mountain Dreamer's “The Invitation”Why authentic celebration centers truth, humanity, and belongingHow to move beyond calendar-based celebrations to culture-based celebrationsReflection Questions:Use these alone, with a colleague, or in a team meeting:What do our current classroom or school celebrations communicate about what we value?Whose traditions, identities, or stories are highlighted? Whose are overlooked?How might we invite more student agency into celebration?What would celebration look like if it honored each student's story, comfort, and cultural lens?Where can we shift from performance to authenticity?Related Resources:If this episode inspires you to rethink celebration in your classroom, check out Jocelynn's Focus Word Reflection Kit — a set of worksheets and slides designed to help you and your students enter the new year with intention, authenticity, and joy.Available in the Virtual Learning Library and Teachers Pay Teachers store.Connect:Instagram: @customteachingsolutionsLinkedIn: Jocelynn HubbardWebsite: customteachingsolutions.com

Are you a secondary teacher juggling multiple preps and wondering if anyone else truly understands what your job demands? In this episode, I dive into the invisible challenges we face—like endless mental switching, constant classroom resets, and the never-ending grading grind with different rubrics and expectations for every class. If you teach electives, feel pressure to keep enrollment up, or struggle with scheduling decisions that just don't make sense, you're definitely not alone. I share real strategies for reducing overwhelm, building sustainable systems, and, most of all, letting go of guilt. Join me to feel seen, get practical tips, and start advocating for the support you deserve as a multi-prep teacher.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Send us a textIn this episode, Patti from Madly Learning helps you take the overwhelm out of differentiation. You'll learn how to design one strong core lesson that meets diverse student needs — without doubling your workload. Patti shares real classroom examples, practical tips, and mindset shifts that make differentiation both manageable and meaningful.Tuck these in your teacher pocket:Differentiation is not about 30 separate lessons — it's one lesson with multiple access points.Focus on flexibility, not perfection.Use assessment (formal and informal) to guide your adjustments.Scaffold for support and extend for enrichment — all anchored in the same big idea.Start small with one new strategy and build confidence over time! Remember to Subscribe for more insights on how to navigate the complexities of teaching with efficiency and impact. Share your experiences and strategies in the comments to join the conversation with fellow educators.To find our highly effective, time-saving resources Check out the Ignited Teaching Membership that gives you access to hundreds of downloadable lessons on demand! https://madlylearning.com/sp/ignitedteaching/ Checkout our Madly Learning Store at www.madlylearning.com/storeCheckout our Teachers Pay Teachers store Join our FREE Facebook community for teachers here: https://bit.ly/IYT-FB

Ready to stop feeling invisible on Teachers Pay Teachers and start making sales with confidence? We break down a simple, repeatable strategy that helps you pick the right product, target the right buyers, and build real momentum—starting with a timely seasonal approach that delivers quick wins. Rather than guessing, we use search data to validate demand, identify first-page openings, and choose keywords that align with how teachers actually shop during high-interest holidays.We walk through live examples like “subtraction third grade Halloween” and “Halloween division activity fourth grade” to show how review counts reveal demand and how zero-review results signal space for a new listing. From there, we map a streamlined workflow: batch creation, fast cover development, and preview assets that clearly show value. You'll learn how smart cover design—square format, bold Halloween palette, and unmistakable theme cues—can lift click-through rates, and why tight grade levels and tagged standards increase trust and conversions. We also break down how to write a keyword-rich title and snippet that boosts search visibility without sounding robotic.The final piece is momentum. We share practical ways to spark that crucial first purchase by posting to your existing audience, even personal social feeds, and using early sales as a credibility signal to the marketplace. After the holiday, we review data—views, conversion rate, ranking—and turn proven seasonal winners into evergreen resources with minimal rework. Expect real tactics you can apply to any niche: validate demand, optimize listings, share strategically, and scale what works. Subscribe, leave a review if this helped, and grab the free guide to your first $100 on TPT so you can take action today.Dowload the free guide here!: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/your-first-100 Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TUlKqVdYors Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Ever wonder why the warm-up is the first thing that falls off your lesson plan when you're juggling three, four, or even nine preps? Trust me, it's not because you're lazy or disorganized—it's decision fatigue, and there's legit psychology behind it! In this episode, I break down why warm-ups get dropped (even though they're gold for classroom management and formative assessment), what actually happens in your brain when you teach multiple preps, and my two-step fix that'll help you create sustainable routines without adding to your overwhelm. If you're a secondary teacher searching for practical ways to simplify warm-ups, reduce stress, and make your classroom run smoother every period, this episode is tailor-made for you!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Grab the Warm-Up Wizard--A free Ai Teaching Assistant that will create all your class warm-ups for the week in less than 5 minutes: https://khristenmassic.com/wizardShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Price isn't just a number on Teachers Pay Teachers—it's a signal that guides clicks, conversions, and the algorithm's attention. We dig into how buyers scan search results, what “fair value” looks like in context, and why a $0.50 tweak can lift both earnings and rank without sacrificing trust.I walk through a live case study of a one-page, eight-problem function notation activity with a unique emoji puzzle angle. We compare it against search results in the same keywords, map where most offers cluster on price, and unpack how underpricing can raise quality doubts while overpricing can stall sales and bury your listing. You'll hear how moving from $1.50 to $2 fits the market range, increases revenue per sale, and sends stronger signals to TPT's search engine—while still respecting the product's true value.From there, we break down a simple framework you can apply right away: research pricing before you create, build to the value that matches the winning price cluster, and run small, thoughtful tests after launch. If you see consistent $3 to $4 winners on your keywords, add depth—more problems, warm-ups, paired worksheets, or a mini set of activities—to justify that tier. If your product is intentionally small, aim for the highest defensible price that still attracts clicks beside similar listings. The goal is to balance perceived value, buyer budget, and algorithm incentives so your catalog earns more and ranks faster over time.Ready to price with purpose instead of guessing? Hit play, then subscribe, share this with a TPT friend, and leave a quick review telling us your most effective pricing tweak. Your feedback helps us bring more practical, step-by-step guidance to every episode.Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YUqeSCIN5K4Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

On this episode of K12 Tech Talk, we cover a busy week in school tech: Linewize and Google outages, handling suspicious Google logins, parental pushes to tighten cell phone rules, and worries about AI being used to draft IEPs and 504 plans. We discuss reports of malware tied to Teachers Pay Teachers and discuss the question - Should schools block Teachers Pay Teachers?  Guest Joey Wender from the Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition (SHLB) joins to break down the Supreme Court ruling preserving the Universal Service Fund/E‑Rate, the future of E‑Rate funding, cybersecurity pilots, school bus Wi‑Fi and what these changes mean for district planning and broadband equity. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- Lumu VIZOR ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel Extreme Networks Fortinet Lightspeed Systems -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

Have you been with us since the early days, or are you just finding your way to our bookish corner? In Episode 300, we celebrate a huge milestone with a very special guest… our beloved former co-host, Sara! We kick things off with a Bookish Check-In, then look back at standout reads and moments from eight years and 300 episodes of Unabridged.   We revisit unforgettable conversations and reads, including Dopesick by Beth Macy (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) paired with Jarrett J. Krosoczka's graphic memoir Hey, Kiddo (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm); a joyful return to Anne of Green Gables (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm); and the lasting impact of Tommy Orange's There There (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) (plus a nod to Bryan Stevenson's Just Mercy Bookshop.org | Libro.fm). We share favorite memories like our spirited “Is Love Actually a holiday movie?” debate, book-festival fangirl moments, and the pre-lockdown Podfest trip that re-shaped our podcasting lives. We close with a Lit Chat prompt about the childhood series that made us readers.   Whether you've listened to one episode or all 300, thank you for being here. Come celebrate with us, and tell us your favorite Unabridged memory or the series that hooked you on reading! You can always join the bookish conversation on Instagram.   Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

As a secondary teacher juggling multiple preps, you know that grading can feel endless—especially in November when survival mode hits hard. In this episode, I share how grading during class isn't lazy, it's actually the smartest time-saving move you can make to protect your evenings, reduce burnout, and give your students timely feedback that really helps them grow. If you're tired of taking stacks of papers home, losing your planning period to endless grading, or worrying about how to balance classroom management with assessment, I'm here to walk you through practical strategies to grade in real time, build sustainable habits, and finally reclaim your weekends. Tune in for actionable teacher hacks, classroom tips for multiple preps, and a healthy dose of encouragement to help you teach—and live—better!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Send us a textIn this episode, PattI dives into the “efficiency mindset” — a powerful approach to simplify split-grade teaching. Instead of planning two separate lessons, learn how to teach one lesson with differentiated outputs that meet both grades' expectations.Key Takeaways:The mindset shift: one lesson, different outputsHow to find overlapping skills in your curriculumExamples across math, language, science, and social studiesWhy this approach saves time and strengthens learningHow unified lessons build a stronger classroom communityTuck these in your teacher pocket:Compare curriculum expectations for both grades, highlight shared skills (verbs like analyze, describe, explain), and design one shared teaching point with two scaled outputs. Remember to Subscribe for more insights on how to navigate the complexities of teaching with efficiency and impact. Share your experiences and strategies in the comments to join the conversation with fellow educators.To find our highly effective, time-saving resources Check out the Ignited Teaching Membership that gives you access to hundreds of downloadable lessons on demand! https://madlylearning.com/sp/ignitedteaching/ Checkout our Madly Learning Store at www.madlylearning.com/storeCheckout our Teachers Pay Teachers store Join our FREE Facebook community for teachers here: https://bit.ly/IYT-FB

Ready to make your first $100 on Teachers Pay Teachers without a big audience or ads? We walk you through the exact three-step plan that launched sales in a saturated pre-K niche: build one purposeful product you truly believe in, duplicate that winning structure across new themes, and time smart seasonal resources to test demand fast. Along the way, you'll hear how a month-long, low-prep dinosaur unit outperformed cut-and-paste competitors by solving real classroom and homeschool pain points—print-and-go, repeatable activities, and clear skill coverage.We dig into the mechanics of building a product line that compounds: keep the layout and skills consistent, swap themes to meet student interests, and make it easy for buyers to grab month two and three in the same visit. Then we use seasonal spikes as a laboratory. Holiday resources bring quick traffic in less competitive windows, helping you diagnose whether your problem is visibility or conversion. If views are low, focus on SEO and cover clarity. If views are healthy but sales lag, fix previews, thumbnails, and descriptions to improve the add-to-cart moment.You'll also learn a dead-simple TPT search test to validate demand before you commit: find niches where top listings have strong reviews but page one still includes zero-review products. That gap means you can rank early with a new listing. We pair this with a strategic freebie—a high-quality sample that feeds discovery and encourages follows on the download page. For output planning, we recommend an early catalog split of five evergreen and five seasonal resources, then shifting back to evergreen once your data points to what works.Want help putting this into action? Grab the free step-by-step guide linked in the show notes, complete with check boxes to keep you moving. If this strategy helps, subscribe for weekly tips, share the episode with a TPT friend, and leave a quick review so more creators can find it.Dowload the free guide here!: https://rebrandedteacher.kartra.com/page/your-first-100 Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Ever feel like you're drowning in grading, endless parent emails, or just plain exhaustion during this wild stretch between Halloween and Thanksgiving? I get it—it's that awkward, muddy middle of the school year where the energy from August is long gone, but winter break still seems out of reach. In this episode, I'm diving into some honest talk about what it really means to be in survival mode as a secondary teacher with multiple preps. You'll get strategies for coping with decision fatigue, reducing mental clutter, and recalibrating your classroom routines without reinventing everything. If you're searching for real tips on time management, simplifying grading, or just need reassurance that you're not the only one feeling behind—hit play and let's get through November together!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Ever wonder why a product with steady views still stalls at the checkout page? We walk through a live teardown of a fall pre-K morning work resource and show exactly how to pinpoint whether thumbnails or the preview are killing conversions. Using simple ratios—view to preview and preview to purchase—we turn a fuzzy problem into a clear plan, then apply it step by step with real numbers and an easy framework you can copy for any TPT listing.First, we map the buyer journey and explain why thumbnails only earn curiosity while the preview must close the sale. Then we run the math: a strong 60.6% view-to-preview rate tells us thumbnails are pulling weight, while a 15% preview-to-purchase rate signals the preview is the bottleneck. From there, we outline fixable gaps: too-small page images, vague skill lists, and missing outcome language that leaves buyers guessing. You'll hear how to redesign the preview like a mini sales page—bold benefit headline, zoomed-in pages with readable overlays, clear skills, two to three minutes per day messaging, and a simple list of flexible uses that fit classrooms and home routines.We also show how improving conversions compounds traffic. Lifting preview-to-purchase from 15% to 33% doesn't just double revenue per 200 views; it nudges TPT's algorithm to show your product more often because it earns more per visitor. Finally, we share practical copy swaps, layout tips, and a smart cross-sell move that invites buyers to explore the full themed line so carts grow beyond a single resource. If you've struggled to boost sales without buying ads, this data-first approach will help you focus on the one change that matters most right now.If you found this helpful, follow the show, share it with a fellow TPT seller, and leave a quick review so more educators can discover these tactics. Got a listing you want us to diagnose next? Send it our way.Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0b-3Un4RuVQ Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Teaching ESL across multiple language levels can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be! In this episode, we're breaking down practical strategies to help you confidently teach newcomers, intermediate, and advanced students all in one classroom. You'll learn how to: Simplify lesson planning with one core learning goal Use flexible grouping to boost collaboration and engagement Offer scaffolded choices that meet every student where they are These tips will help you save time, reduce stress, and create a more inclusive, empowered classroom for all learners.

Have you picked up Stephen Graham Jones's The Buffalo Hunter Hunter (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) yet? We dig into this brilliant work in our October book club discussion. We start with a Bookish Check-In: Jen's reading Garth Stein's The Art of Racing in the Rain (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), and Ashley just started V. E. Schwab's Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm).  Then we dive into The Buffalo Hunter Hunter. We talk about the layered storytelling structure, including journals, interviews, and found documents, and we discuss how Jones uses horror to explore history, violence, and accountability.  We wrap up with our pairings: Jen recommends Dan Simmons's The Terror (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), and Ashley shares Emelia Hart's Weyward (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm), plus we both shout out other Stephen Graham Jones books.  We'd love to hear what you thought of The Buffalo Hunter Hunter. Come tell us your take on Instagram @unabridgedpod.   Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

Feeling buried under grading, lesson planning, and all the invisible tasks no one else sees? I get it—I've been there, juggling multiple preps and struggling with burnout way before AI was even an option for teachers. In this episode, I'm sharing the five AI shortcuts I wish I'd had in my classroom—quick, practical tools for secondary teachers with multiple preps that will save you hours on lesson planning, creating exit tickets, grading, drafting parent emails, and more. If you're ready to reclaim your time, lower your stress, and put the focus back on building relationships with your students, you won't want to miss this. Let's lighten the load together—because you deserve it!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Send us a textThink teaching a split grade means double the prep and double the stress? Think again! In this episode, Patti dives into the most common myths about teaching combined grades and reveals the truth about what actually makes them work.Tuck these in your teacher pocket:Plan one unified lesson for both grades (without doubling your workload)See the curriculum as a continuum instead of two separate checklistsSimplify planning by focusing on skills, not just expectationsStrengthen classroom management and student independenceDitch the guilt and find balance in your split grade classroom Remember to Subscribe for more insights on how to navigate the complexities of teaching with efficiency and impact. Share your experiences and strategies in the comments to join the conversation with fellow educators.To find our highly effective, time-saving resources Check out the Ignited Teaching Membership that gives you access to hundreds of downloadable lessons on demand! https://madlylearning.com/sp/ignitedteaching/ Checkout our Madly Learning Store at www.madlylearning.com/storeCheckout our Teachers Pay Teachers store Join our FREE Facebook community for teachers here: https://bit.ly/IYT-FB

Ready to turn a quiet list into a revenue engine? We break down a simple three-email rotation that builds connection, boosts deliverability, and drives confident purchases—without feeling pushy. After nine years on TPT and six-figure annual sales from email alone, Lauren shares the playbook that keeps subscribers engaged and eager to buy.First, we unpack engagement that actually matters: clicks, replies, and forwards. You'll learn how these actions do double duty—cementing your brand in a subscriber's memory while improving sender reputation with Gmail and Yahoo. We share easy prompts you can deploy today, from “Reply with a keyword” for a free resource to giveaway formats that encourage forwarding to peers and bring new educators into your world.Next, we focus on service. Freebies help, but ideas that solve real classroom problems build authority faster. We talk through how to deliver practical, Monday-ready tips and then bridge to a related product that saves time and amplifies results. This isn't a tease; it's a natural extension of value that makes the purchase feel obvious and helpful.Finally, we make the case for unapologetic selling. Clear, direct sales emails set the stakes, define the fit, and create timely reasons to act. We cover frequency, messaging, and gentle urgency that respects your audience. By rotating emails that spark engagement, serve with substance, and sell with clarity, you'll see stronger opens, richer conversations, and more consistent sales over the next two to six months.If you're serious about growing a profitable TPT business through email, this is your roadmap. Subscribe for weekly strategies, and share this episode with a teacherpreneur who needs a simple plan that works. Then tell us: Which email will you send first?Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Ever feel like you're juggling way too many classes, lesson plans, and expectations as a secondary teacher with multiple preps? In this episode, I'm sharing real talk about finding balance—no superhero moves required! I'll show you three sanity-saving strategies (think boundaries, batching, and mistake-proofing routines) that helped me survive teaching three or more preps year after year. We'll chat about how to simplify your workflow, set limits without guilt, and use classroom systems that actually give you time back. If you're searching for advice on teacher burnout, time management, classroom routines, or ways to stay sane with a packed teaching schedule, grab your earbuds—this episode's for you!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Holiday breaks can either recharge you or leave you scrambling—and for TPT sellers, the difference is planning. We dig into a simple framework for turning scattered days off from October through December into less stress now and more sales later, without sacrificing time with family. You'll hear three clear paths—take the time fully off, create a balanced 50-50 split, or run a short, intentional sprint if you have a major goal—and how to choose the one that fits your season and personality.We talk through practical ways to prepare before you unplug: optimize seasonal product listings for search, queue your Cyber Monday and sitewide sale emails, and refresh thumbnails and previews that impact conversion all year. Then we map exactly how to use one or two focused workdays in a break to batch deep work—keyword updates, resource creation, and email sequences—so your evenings stay free once school ramps back up with grading and exams. Instead of trying to squeeze an hour here and there, a concentrated push gives you breathing room and a calmer return in January.You'll also get a step-by-step calendar strategy: block family events first, mark true no-work days, then assign specific goals to the remaining work blocks. That clarity makes it easier to accept last-minute invitations without guilt, because you know what can move and what can't. Most importantly, we call out the pressure-cooker trap of trying to finish a year's worth of goals over the holidays and offer a saner alternative—focus on compound wins like SEO, evergreen products, and list engagement that pay off long after the decorations are packed away.If this approach helps, subscribe, share the episode with a teacher-author friend, and leave a quick review. Then tell us: are you going full rest, balanced split, or a short sprint this year?Check Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Do you like spooky reads, or do you tend to steer clear of anything too creepy? In Episode 298, Jen and Ashley share our favorite books for the season, and we talk about what makes the perfect fall read. We start with our Bookish Check-in: Ashley is listening to Thorn Season (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) by Kiera Cass, and Jen's revisiting Richard Matheson's I Am Legend (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm). Then we each bring a fall pick to the table: we share about Megan Bannen's The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm) and Adriana Mather's How to Hang a Witch (Bookshop.org | Libro.fm). Both picks have ghosts, magic, and just enough spookiness to feel seasonal without being nightmare fuel.   Just a reminder that if you purchase books using our affiliate links for Bookshop.org and Libro.fm, or if you shop on Bookshop using our Unabridgedpod shop, we get a small percentage of those sales, which supports us and the companies.   We wrap things up with a Lit Chat question about DNFs: do you finish every book you start? We share a little honesty about how hard it can be to stop reading something once it's begun. Join us, and let us know on Instagram what your favorite spooky reads are (and whether you're a completionist or a proud DNFer)! Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

Hey secondary teachers juggling multiple preps, feeling that mid-semester slump hit hard? You're not alone! In this episode, I dive into why October exhaustion is totally normal (spoiler: decision fatigue is real) and share three teacher-tested routines that helped me beat burnout while still keeping up with planning, grading, and all those endless to-dos. If you're overwhelmed by grading stacks, tired of never-ending lesson planning, or just desperate for a real weekend, tune in for practical, realistic routines—like anchor tasks, theme days, and finishing one thing on purpose—that'll help you get back on track without a full system overhaul. Let's survive (and thrive!) in the toughest part of the semester, together.Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Send us a textIn this episode, I discuss how teachers can improve their teaching effectiveness and reduce burnout by doing less. We talk about how teachers often take on too much, leading to stress and decreased impact on student learning. By simplifying routines, reducing unnecessary tasks, and fostering student independence, you can create a more efficient and effective learning environment. I also share my own personal experiences and offer practical tips for letting go of non-essential tasks. In today's new episode you'll also be encouraged to focus on what truly matters in education and given key insights into creating sustainable teaching practices. Remember to Subscribe for more insights on how to navigate the complexities of teaching with efficiency and impact. Share your experiences and strategies in the comments to join the conversation with fellow educators.To find our highly effective, time-saving resources Check out the Ignited Teaching Membership that gives you access to hundreds of downloadable lessons on demand! https://madlylearning.com/sp/ignitedteaching/ Checkout our Madly Learning Store at www.madlylearning.com/storeCheckout our Teachers Pay Teachers store Join our FREE Facebook community for teachers here: https://bit.ly/IYT-FB

You don't need a giant following to build a powerful email list—you need a clear plan, the right tool for your stage, and a freebie your audience actually wants. We walk through a practical, teacher-focused roadmap to get from “mom + 50” to thousands, with real numbers, platform trade-offs, and a system you can set up in a weekend. If you've been stuck wondering whether Flowdesk or ConvertKit fits your workflow and budget, we compare simplicity versus automation, how pricing changes impact growth, and why a generous free tier can help you reach profitability before you ever pay a bill.From there, we design a high-converting opt-in: an exclusive, classroom-ready resource tied to your best product lines, presented on a clean landing page with a single clear action. Then we craft a three-email welcome sequence that delivers the freebie, builds trust with quick implementation tips, and gently introduces related resources without feeling pushy. We also share the ten-cents-per-subscriber-per-month benchmark so you can evaluate ROI and stop second-guessing your tool costs as your list scales.Traffic doesn't have to be chaotic. We lay out steady sources that compound: product insert opt-in pages inside your resources, notes to TPT followers, a supporting blog post with Pinterest pins, and social posts that demonstrate the freebie's value in seconds. When you're ready, add strategic collaborations and freebie swaps to accelerate growth with aligned audiences. The result is a repeatable engine that moves people from discovery to trust to action—and puts you in control of your audience, not the algorithm. If this playbook helps, follow the show, share it with a TPT friend, and leave a quick review telling us your current list size and next milestone.Try Kit for FREE: https://partners.kit.com/ho7wpn6n0fo4-pricingSave 50% off Your First Year of Flodesk: https://flodesk.com/c/KTH5RZCheck Out My YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

In this high-impact episode of the Equipping ELLs Podcast, Beth Boche dives deep into one of the most loved topics by the community: teaching vocabulary that sticks. With a countdown to the 200th episode underway, we're celebrating by revisiting this listener favorite that's packed with actionable strategies for vocabulary instruction using a tiered approach. If you've ever wondered how to move beyond flashcards and truly empower your English Language Learners (ELLs) to use vocabulary with confidence, this episode is your roadmap.Beth begins by exploring the three tiers of vocabulary—Tier 1 (basic words), Tier 2 (cross-domain academic vocabulary), and Tier 3 (domain-specific terms)—and explains how each tier plays a unique role in language acquisition. Through relatable examples and practical classroom scenarios, she highlights how Tier 2 vocabulary is the sweet spot for focused instruction that leads to lasting learning.Listeners will gain insight into how to strategically plan vocabulary instruction that's rooted in context, culturally responsive, and scaffolded by language proficiency levels. Beth also shares a 5-step planning framework to help teachers pre-select and teach vocabulary words effectively. From choosing 6–8 high-impact words per unit to creating visual supports like anchor charts and flashcards, you'll walk away with tools you can implement right away.One powerful takeaway is the emphasis on "shades of meaning"—teaching synonyms and related terms based on a student's language level to reinforce vocabulary in meaningful ways. Beth also reminds educators to consider the cognitive load of learners, especially newcomers, and encourages keeping vocabulary instruction simple, targeted, and rich with repetition and context.Whether you're a new ELL teacher or a veteran looking to refine your vocabulary approach, this episode offers a fresh perspective rooted in real classroom experience and research-backed strategies. Beth shares her own story of learning Spanish and uses it to emphasize the importance of learning vocabulary in real-life situations—not just through memorization.Don't forget to enter our celebration giveaway by leaving a review, taking a screenshot, and sending it to us via Instagram (@equippingELLs) or email (hello@equippingells.com). Weekly winners receive a $20 Teachers Pay Teachers gift card and are entered into the grand prize drawing for a $200 Amazon gift card!Make sure to follow along on Instagram and subscribe so you don't miss the remaining episodes in our Top 5 Countdown. For even more support and ready-made resources for your ELL students, visit inspiringyounglearners.com.Resources: ⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs MembershipShop our TpT Store

Ever feel like October is when the wheels start falling off as a secondary teacher with multiple preps? I get it—grading stacks up, your email never ends, and the pressure to do it all leaves you feeling underwater. In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm sharing three simple, practical strategies to help you breathe again: time-tracking tips, boundary-setting scripts, and ways to trim the extras that don't actually boost student learning. If you're overwhelmed, always behind, or just plain tired, come join me for real talk and actionable advice to help you get through October and beyond—without losing your sanity or your spark!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

What if you could turn one solid template into two profitable products—again and again—without burning out or blowing your budget? That's the engine behind our 30-resources-in-under-10-hours sprint, and we're pulling back the curtain on the exact system: build evergreen first, then smartly clone into seasonal versions with minimal, thoughtful changes.We start with the economics that drive better decisions for TPT sellers: seasonal items often sell in a short window and take longer to break even if you outsource. By owning a simple, repeatable format—board games, coloring sheets, pixel art, task cards—you cut production time and risk while keeping standards alignment tight. We show how a zombie-themed board game becomes a Halloween hit, how an operations set morphs into a fall variant, and why a strong evergreen core keeps your catalog useful year-round.Process is where the real gains live. We walk through a one-file workflow that speeds duplication, keeps quality checks easy, and makes delegation to a VA painless. You'll hear how we use checklists to track drafts, exports, covers, and previews so nothing stalls in publishing. We also talk asset strategy: artwork licensing for emojis, choosing flexible graphics and fonts, and building a reusable library so themes can swap fast without redesigning from scratch.AI makes a cameo as a practical springboard. We use ChatGPT to generate extra word problems, sentence prompts, and seasonal contexts, then curate and compute our own answers for accuracy. The result is less ideation fatigue and more momentum. To wrap, we share quick-win product ideas perfect for batching—coloring activities, pixel art grids, short story analysis, escape-style worksheets—and guardrails to avoid the “more is better” trap so quality stays high.If you're ready to scale your TPT shop with less stress and more intention, this system gives you the steps, the safeguards, and the shortcuts. Subscribe for weekly strategies, share this with a fellow teacherpreneur, and leave a review to tell us which template you're cloning next.Watch this Epsiode on Youtube!https://youtu.be/Bkm0WQ-rg7sCheck Out My YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

Feeling buried under grading, lesson planning, and endless to-dos as a secondary teacher with multiple preps this October? You're definitely not alone—I've been there too, and research backs up just how overwhelming this time of year can be. In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm sharing the top three strategies that helped me survive the chaos: learning to prioritize what matters most (anchor tasks vs. bonus tasks), batching lessons and grading (instead of scatter-braining your day), and giving yourself permission to “rinse and repeat” tried-and-true routines. If you're searching for tips on reducing teacher overwhelm, streamlining multi-prep workflows, or ways to actually leave school without a ton of work to take home, this episode is for you. Let's breathe easier and get through October together!Too many preps and not enough time? Let's make your planning period actually work for you. Get the Planning Period Reset Toolkit—a free set of quick-start tools to help you protect your time, focus faster, and finally finish something… even during chaotic school days. https://khristenmassic.com/reset Ready to stop doing it all yourself? Grab the free Make AI Your Teaching Assistant PD and see how AI can actually help. https://khristenmassic.com/ta Take the overwhelm out of multi-prep teaching—your free support system, the Simplify Your Preps Collective, is waiting: https://khristenmassic.com/collectiveShop my Teachers Pay Teachers store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Khristen-Massic-Cte-Teacher-Coach

Hallie and Desi Peña of Panorama Speech chat about multilingualism: how to approach multilingual evaluations and therapy strategies.In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie chats with Desi Peña, a Spanish-bilingual speech-language pathologist, about the real-world challenges of evaluating and supporting multilingual learners. From gathering parent input and working with interpreters to looking beyond standardized scores and trying out dynamic assessment, Desi shares practical strategies you can use right away. You'll walk away with tips to feel more confident in your evaluations, ideas for advocating with administrators, and the reminder that every child deserves to be seen for their strengths—not just a number.Bullet Points to Discuss: Multilingual evaluations and the essential information to collect.Considerations when using standardized tests with multilingual learners.Dynamic assessment and how it can guide clinical decision-making.The role of interpreters during evaluations and therapy.Strategies for supporting multilingual learners in therapy sessions.Collaboration with ESL teachers and classroom staff.Here's what we learned: Parent input is one of the most valuable tools in a multilingual evaluation.Standardized test scores don't always show the full picture.Dynamic assessment can reveal a student's true learning potential.Building strong relationships with interpreters makes the process smoother.Collaboration with teachers leads to better support for students.Every multilingual learner deserves to be seen for their strengths, not just a score.Learn more about Desi Peña: Website: www.panoramaspeech.com Instagram: @d.bilingualslp: https://www.instagram.com/d.bilingualslp @panoramaspeech: https://www.instagram.com/panoramaspeech @boldslpcollective: https://www.instagram.com/theboldslpcollective The Bold SLP Podcast: https://theboldslp.wixsite.com/theboldslpcollective Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/d-bilingual-slp Free Resource: https://panoramaspeech.myflodesk.com/startherefreebie Learn more about Hallie Sherman and SLP Elevate:  

Stepping away from your TPT business—whether for maternity leave or any planned absence—requires thoughtful preparation and realistic expectations. Drawing from my experience across three pregnancies while running a teacher-entrepreneur business, this episode walks you through the practical steps to ensure your store continues thriving while you focus on what matters most.First, establish your timeline and identify your non-negotiable tasks. For me, six weeks is my sweet spot—that period where I want absolute minimum responsibilities beyond occasionally answering a team question. From there, create a realistic plan for batching essential content and delegating responsibilities. My first maternity leave taught me a painful lesson about insufficient planning when I found myself updating resources at 3am while watching my newborn sleep in her rocker during back-to-school season. The hustle mentality during what should be a precious bonding time took a significant toll on my wellbeing that I've been determined not to repeat.Your preparation strategy should distinguish between what truly needs continuation (email marketing, customer support) and what can comfortably pause (blog posts, new resources, social media). For team members, create clear guidance and have them practice critical tasks before your departure to minimize questions during your absence. Consider seasonal opportunities that might arise while you're away—optimizing Halloween or Valentine's Day resources beforehand can prevent mid-leave panic about underperforming listings. Most importantly, give yourself grace. Don't feel pressured to batch three months of content or return at full capacity immediately. Your business should adapt to your life circumstances, not the other way around.Ready to plan your own strategic pause? Subscribe for weekly content that helps teacher-entrepreneurs grow businesses that are both purposeful and sustainable. I'd love to hear your tips for managing business absences—drop them in the comments below!Check Out My YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show

In this special lead-up to the 200th episode of the Equipping ELLs podcast, host Beth Vaucher dives into one of the most requested and transformational topics for educators of multilingual learners—how to build practical, effective routines to strengthen all four language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Whether you're new to supporting English Language Learners or a seasoned ELL specialist, this episode is filled with immediately applicable strategies that will streamline your planning and empower your students.Beth breaks down the importance of focusing on each language domain and how they connect to real classroom success. She shares research-backed insights that explain why active listening is the foundation for language acquisition, and why pre-listening strategies can dramatically improve comprehension. She then reveals a simple yet powerful speaking routine using picture prompts that not only promotes daily oral language practice but builds vocabulary and confidence in a safe, engaging environment.When it comes to reading, Beth emphasizes the need to front-load vocabulary—especially Tier 2 words—and gives clear guidance on how to select which words to pre-teach for maximum impact. Writing doesn't get left behind—she introduces the fun and collaborative “Strengthen a Sentence” routine that makes writing less intimidating and more interactive for ELL students at all levels.The episode wraps up with a practical walkthrough of how to integrate all four language domains into one cohesive lesson using a single anchor text. From read-alouds to conversation cards to scaffolded writing prompts, Beth outlines a plug-and-play structure that ensures your lessons are both academically rich and language supportive.Listeners are also invited to celebrate the podcast's 200th episode with a special giveaway—weekly $20 Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards and a $200 Amazon grand prize. To enter, simply leave a review on your favorite platform, screenshot it, and send it to @equippingELLs on Instagram or email hello@equippingells.com.If you're looking for done-for-you resources that align with this episode, check out the Unlocking Language Through Read Alouds bundle, or grab the free domain-by-level expectation charts in the show notes. Whether you teach newcomers or advanced multilingual learners, this episode is your step-by-step guide to empowering every student with intentional, high-impact routines. Don't forget to leave a review and enter the giveaway before October 24th!Links and Resources:Sign Up for the FREE Webinar⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs Membership Shop our TpT Store

Have you read Alison Bechdel's Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic or seen the musical adaptation? In episode 297, our September Book Club pick takes us into Bechdel's layered, brilliant graphic memoir about family, identity, and the stories we use to make sense of our lives. We kick things off with a bookish check-in (Ashley's listening to Jennifer Lynn Barnes's The Ruling Class; Jen just started Angeline Boulley's Sisters in the Wind) and then dive into Fun Home. We discuss Bechdel's literary references and her stark honesty, the grief and humor, and why this one is so often challenged. We'd love to hear your thoughts and favorite moments from the book. Come join the conversation! Visit the Unabridged website for our full show notes and links to the books mentioned in the episode. Interested in what else we're reading? Check out our Featured Books page.   Want to support Unabridged?   The number 1 way to support us is by purchasing Bookshop.org books from our Unabridged shop. Follow us @unabridgedpod on Instagram or Facebook. | Join our Unabridged Podcast Reading Challenge. | Visit our curated list of books at Bookshop.org. | Become a patron on Patreon. | Check out our Merch Store. | Visit the resources available in our Teachers Pay Teachers store.

Finding yourself wasting precious hours scrolling through Facebook groups, comparing your TPT store to others, or stressing about platform changes that are completely outside your control? You're not alone. The TPT seller community is filled with noise that can easily derail your focus and drain your limited energy reserves.In this no-nonsense episode, I tackle the five most common distractions that prevent teacher-entrepreneurs from making meaningful progress in their businesses. From the dangerous trap of fixating on other sellers' earnings to the false promise of "quick hacks" that claim to transform your business overnight, I break down why these distractions are so harmful and how to put your blinders on to stay focused on what truly matters.We dive deep into why copying someone else's successful strategy rarely works (hint: it's like being that awkward kid repeating jokes at the lunch table hoping for the same laughs), how comparing business expenses with other sellers can lead to poor financial decisions, and why engaging in negative conversations about TPT platform issues only wastes your valuable time and mental energy.As teachers juggling classrooms, families, and side businesses, our energy is our most precious resource. This episode provides practical guidance for protecting that energy and channeling it into activities that will actually move your business forward in meaningful ways. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your existing TPT business, these insights will help you build a more purposeful and sustainable teacher business without the distractions.What area of your TPT business do you need to put blinders on for? Share your thoughts and join our community of focused, purpose-driven teacher-entrepreneurs!Check Out My YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/laurenfultonMy Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/laurentschappler/My Other YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@LaurenATschFree Rebranded Teacher Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/749538092194115 Support the show