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by Julia Chalmers

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If you’re an educator who wants more - more income, more impact, more confidence, and more freedom - you’re in the right place. Lessons in Freedom is the weekly podcast for educators who want to monetise their skills, start a side business, or scale the education business they’ve already built. Whether you’re dreaming of your first $1,000 or you’re ready to grow beyond the ceiling you’ve hit on your own, this podcast will show you the next step. My journey started in the classroom, overwhelmed and burnt out, creating resources simply to cope. Sharing them turned into my first $50… and eventually into multiple education businesses - one that grew to seven figures and another that reached well beyond six. Along the way, I’ve supported hundreds of thousands of educators globally to feel less overwhelmed in their classrooms, mentored hundreds more to monetise their skills, and become a sought-after speaker sharing my story to inspire educators to stop asking for permission and step into who they’re becoming. I’ve done all of this while raising a young, neuro-spicy family, and learning how to build a business that supports my life instead of swallowing it. And because I remember so clearly what it felt like to do it all without a road map, without a mentor, and without anyone saying “you can want more”… This podcast is the support that I needed but never had, and now it’s yours. Hosted by Australian educator, multi-business owner and mentor - Julia Chalmers delivers solo episodes that blend mindset, money, business strategy, and the identity shifts that help educators break their income ceiling, find clarity, and build a life anchored in freedom. New episodes drop every week. Follow the show so you never miss an episode.

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June 1, 2026

EP 23 - Changing Your Mind

<p>You’re Allowed to Change Your Mind: Open Doors Beyond the Classroom.</p> <p>In this episode, Julia discusses how teachers often face guilt and pressure when considering leaving the classroom or shifting roles, unlike other professions, and asks you&nbsp;to identify whose voices and expectations are influencing your&nbsp;choices.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>She offers a framework of “open door” versus “closed door” decisions, arguing most career moves in education are reversible and reframing the key question from “What if I get it wrong?” to the cost of never exploring what’s next.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>Julia describes how giving herself permission to want more led within a week to new invitations and opportunities without changing tactics.</p> <p>She invites listeners to join Education Business School, attend her Beyond the Classroom live event in Perth, and connect via Instagram.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;If you're ready for the event Sign up:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/beyondtheclassroom">https://www.juliachalmers.com/beyondtheclassroom</a>. We are 50% sold out! So get your tickets!&nbsp;</p> <p>The Founders waitlist is opening later this year.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Founders">Join the waitlist for Founders</a> — &nbsp;Education business school opening later this year. I would love to see your name on the list.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join The Green Flag Method Here.&nbsp;</a></p> <p><strong>Enjoyed this episode?</strong></p> <p>If this gave you a lightbulb moment, screenshot it and share to your Instagram stories. Tag me <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong> and let me know what resonated!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Listen to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/podcasts/lessons-in-freedom/episodes/2149132842" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ep 3 - Why Teachers Make the Best Edu-preneurs</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to stop playing small?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">Join me <strong>Live </strong>and<strong>&nbsp;Register for</strong></a><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">The Connection Economy Workshop</a>,</strong>&nbsp;as we build the strategy that turns who you are into revenue. Don't miss out!&nbsp;</p> <p>Be the First in the door for as a<strong> <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Founder for The Education Ecosystem School</a>&nbsp;</strong>and want&nbsp;to build a real business.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you're ready for the next level <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">JOIN THE WAITING LIST</a> for my May intake.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Six-Digit Teacher Wait List</a></strong> If you're thinking "Where have you been all my life?", I've created a solution called The Green Flag Method. It was *supposed* to be live, but it's launching really soon. Be the first to access it and get your name on the list right here.</p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <p>Instagram <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong></p> <p>Website <strong><a href="https://mrschalmerscherubs.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mrs Chalmers Cherubs</a></strong></p> <p>TPT <strong><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/mrs-chalmers-cherubs-by-julia-chalmers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Just Julia Chalmers TPT</a></strong></p> <p>Founders&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Green Flag Method&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p> <p>Join the mastermind for personalised guidance on building your business ecosystem. <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore"><strong>https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore</strong> </a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you so much for spending your time with me.</p> <p>Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and motivation only. I’m sharing what’s worked for me and my clients, but it’s not financial, legal, or accounting advice. Your decisions and results are always your own. Please seek professional guidance before making any financial or business decisions.</p>

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May 25, 2026

Ep 22 - A Little Goes a Long Way

<p><strong>Seven Small Business Moves That Can Change Your Next 12 Months</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">What if the actions that move the needle most in your business aren't the big, complicated ones... but seven small, consistent moves you could start today?</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">In this episode, Julia shares the high-leverage strategies that helped her rebuild from burnout to running two profitable businesses in just 10–16 hours a week, and how you can apply them right now, without falling into shiny strategy syndrome.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ Why building a waitlist page <strong>before</strong> your offer exists is one of the smartest moves you can make, and how to use it to collect market research at the same time</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ How to borrow other people's audiences through collaborations and guest podcasting without feeling salesy</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ The "anchor content" repurposing method that turns one long-form piece into multiple assets across platforms</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ When (and how) to ask for testimonials so you actually get them, and where to put them so they do the heavy lifting</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ The PS strategy that turns every email into a low-pressure sales touchpoint</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ Why personalising your DMs with first names and voice notes changes the response rate entirely</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">→ How to use tools like ManyChat to automate the repetitive link-sending that quietly contributes to burnout</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Dm on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a> <strong>which one you're going with so I can cheer you on!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>&nbsp;Perth event Sign up</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/beyondtheclassroom">https://www.juliachalmers.com/beyondtheclassroom</a>.</p> <p>The <span>Education business school</span>&nbsp;(Founders) waitlist is opening later this year.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Founders">Join the waitlist for Founders</a> — &nbsp;Education business school opening later this year. I would love to see your name on the list.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join The Green Flag Method Here.&nbsp;</a></p> <p><strong>Enjoyed this episode?</strong></p> <p>If this gave you a lightbulb moment, screenshot it and share to your Instagram stories. Tag me <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong> and let me know what resonated!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to stop playing small?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">Join me <strong>Live </strong>and<strong>&nbsp;Register for</strong></a><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">The Connection Economy Workshop</a>,</strong>&nbsp;as we build the strategy that turns who you are into revenue. Don't miss out!&nbsp;</p> <p>Be the First in the door for as a<strong> <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Founder for The Education Ecosystem School</a>&nbsp;</strong>and want&nbsp;to build a real business.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you're ready for the next level <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">JOIN THE WAITING LIST</a> for my May intake.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Six-Digit Teacher Wait List</a></strong> If you're thinking "Where have you been all my life?", I've created a solution called The Green Flag Method. It was *supposed* to be live, but it's launching really soon. Be the first to access it and get your name on the list right here.</p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <p>Instagram <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong></p> <p>Website <strong><a href="https://mrschalmerscherubs.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mrs Chalmers Cherubs</a></strong></p> <p>TPT <strong><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/mrs-chalmers-cherubs-by-julia-chalmers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Just Julia Chalmers TPT</a></strong></p> <p>Founders&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Green Flag Method&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p> <p>Join the mastermind for personalised guidance on building your business ecosystem. <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore"><strong>https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore</strong> </a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you so much for spending your time with me.</p> <p>Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and motivation only. I’m sharing what’s worked for me and my clients, but it’s not financial, legal, or accounting advice. Your decisions and results are always your own. Please seek professional guidance before making any financial or business decisions.</p>

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May 18, 2026

Ep 21 - The Million Dollar Room

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p>What if the women who've made tens of millions of dollars still don't have it all figured out?</p> <p>Julia just came back from a two-day personal brand immersion inside her mentorship and the biggest takeaway wasn't a strategy or a system.</p> <p>It was this... nobody in that room, no matter how successful, had it completely sorted.</p> <p>And somehow, that's the most freeing thing she's heard in a long time.</p> <p>In this episode, Julia gets honest about where she was a year ago (overwhelmed, unclear, just surviving) versus who she showed up as this time, and what the difference actually looks like in practice.</p> <p>She also goes deep on shadow work, the sneaky way your biggest strengths can mask your deepest fears, and the "good scary" goal she's publicly committing to right now.</p> <p>In this episode you'll hear about:</p> <p><span>→</span><span>What Julia noticed about her own growth by attending the same immersion a year apart, and why that kind of reflection is so powerful</span> &nbsp;</p> <p><span>→</span><span>The identity shift that happens when you finally get clear on who you serve, and how it changes the way you show up publicly</span> &nbsp;</p> <p><span>→</span><span>Shadow work explained, how your strengths exist on a spectrum with your fears, and what that reveals about what's really holding you back</span> &nbsp;</p> <p><span>→</span><span>Julia's own shadow, the fear of being seen as incompetent or a fraud, and how it's been quietly delaying her dream of running in-person events</span> &nbsp;</p> <p><span>→</span><span>The "good scary" goal she's committing to live on this episode, and how to name and own yours too</span></p> <p>If you've been waiting until you feel ready, more qualified, or more certain, this episode is your reminder that the next level doesn't require perfection.</p> <p>It just requires the next move.</p> <p>Join the Education Business School waitlist and come <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">find Julia on Instagram</a> <strong>to share your own good scary goal.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The Founders waitlist is opening later this year.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Founders">Join the waitlist for Founders</a> — &nbsp;Education business school opening later this year. I would love to see your name on the list.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Join The Green Flag Method Here.&nbsp;</a></p> <p><strong>Enjoyed this episode?</strong></p> <p>If this gave you a lightbulb moment, screenshot it and share to your Instagram stories. Tag me <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong> and let me know what resonated!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to stop playing small?</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">Join me <strong>Live </strong>and<strong>&nbsp;Register for</strong></a><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/offers/oZKAFrFL/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="The Connection Economy Workshop Registration ">The Connection Economy Workshop</a>,</strong>&nbsp;as we build the strategy that turns who you are into revenue. Don't miss out!&nbsp;</p> <p>Be the First in the door for as a<strong> <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Founder for The Education Ecosystem School</a>&nbsp;</strong>and want&nbsp;to build a real business.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you're ready for the next level <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">JOIN THE WAITING LIST</a> for my May intake.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/the-six-digit-teacher-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Six-Digit Teacher Wait List</a></strong> If you're thinking "Where have you been all my life?", I've created a solution called The Green Flag Method. It was *supposed* to be live, but it's launching really soon. Be the first to access it and get your name on the list right here.</p> <p><strong>Links:</strong></p> <p>Instagram <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/justjuliachalmers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@JustJuliaChalmers</a></strong></p> <p>Website <strong><a href="https://mrschalmerscherubs.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mrs Chalmers Cherubs</a></strong></p> <p>TPT <strong><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/mrs-chalmers-cherubs-by-julia-chalmers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Just Julia Chalmers TPT</a></strong></p> <p>Founders&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/founderswl</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>Green Flag Method&nbsp;<a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.juliachalmers.com/greenflag</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ready to go deeper?</strong></p> <p>Join the mastermind for personalised guidance on building your business ecosystem. <a href="https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore"><strong>https://www.juliachalmers.com/madeformore</strong> </a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you so much for spending your time with me.</p> <p>Disclaimer: This podcast is for education and motivation only. I’m sharing what’s worked for me and my clients, but it’s not financial, legal, or accounting advice. Your decisions and results are always your own. Please seek professional guidance before making any financial or business decisions.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

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What is Lessons in Freedom?

If you’re an educator who wants more - more income, more impact, more confidence, and more freedom - you’re in the right place.

Lessons in Freedom is the weekly podcast for educators who want to monetise their skills, start a side business, or scale the education business they’ve already built. Whether you’re dreaming of your first $1,000 or you’re ready to grow beyond the ceiling you’ve hit on your own, this podcast will show you the next step.

My journey started in the classroom, overwhelmed and burnt out, creating resources simply to cope. Sharing them turned into my first $50… and eventually into multiple education businesses - one that grew to seven figures and another that reached well beyond six. Along the way, I’ve supported hundreds of thousands of educators globally to feel less overwhelmed in their classrooms, mentored hundreds more to monetise their skills, and become a sought-after speaker sharing my story to inspire educators to stop asking for permission and step into who they’re becoming.

I’ve done all of this while raising a young, neuro-spicy family, and learning how to build a business that supports my life instead of swallowing it. And because I remember so clearly what it felt like to do it all without a road map, without a mentor, and without anyone saying “you can want more”…

This podcast is the support that I needed but never had, and now it’s yours.

Hosted by Australian educator, multi-business owner and mentor - Julia Chalmers delivers solo episodes that blend mindset, money, business strategy, and the identity shifts that help educators break their income ceiling, find clarity, and build a life anchored in freedom.

New episodes drop every week. Follow the show so you never miss an episode.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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