I’ve Been a Teacher for 15 Years but now i’m Transitioning to Corporate Training. i Feel Like i’m Losing my Professional Identity and i’m Scared i Won’t be Good at This new Role. how can i Cope With This Change?

Dear friend, what you’re feeling is completely normal and valid. Transitioning between careers is like learning to walk again – it takes time, patience, and lots of self-compassion. Remember that your 15 years of teaching aren’t being left behind; they’re the foundation that makes you uniquely qualified for this new role. Those classroom skills translate beautifully to corporate training – your ability to explain complex concepts, read a room, and adapt to different learning styles are all superpowers in your new position. Start small: identify 3 teaching skills that apply directly to training, and notice how you’re already using them. Keep a ‘wins journal’ to track your successes. And please be gentle with yourself – growth happens in the trying, not in perfection. You’ve got this!