I sat down and spoke with Emily Richardson, a former Elementary Teacher turned Math Curriculum Designer, who took the leap into a Customer Success Manager role at Imagine Learning—where she’s already been promoted to Senior CSM! Emily shares her journey of realizing that career progression didn’t have to mean staying in the classroom. She opens up about the challenges of stepping into a new industry, how she leveraged her teaching skills to stand out, and the mindset shifts that helped her make the transition successfully. If you’re feeling stuck in education but want to explore what’s next, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and actionable takeaways to help you take the first step toward a new career.