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Every Season Changes with Jeni Long

Every Season Changes with Jeni Long

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 Join host Cate Tolnai for an inspiring conversation with Jeni Long, an educator who transformed her passion for technology and community into a thriving career connecting educators worldwide. From classroom teacher to tech coach to Account Executive at MagicSchool AI, Jeni shares how authentic relationships, strategic partnerships, and staying true to your strengths can create unexpected opportunities and lasting impact.🎯 What You'll Discover:From Tech Coach to Global Educator Brand 🌟• How a first-day friendship with Sallee Clark evolved into Jenallee—a YouTube channel, conference presence, and co-authored book reaching educators worldwide• The power of combining complementary strengths: creativity meets execution, ideation meets achievement• Why working smarter (not harder) led to creating resources that scaled from one district to a global audienceThe Art of Authentic Partnership 🤝• How StrengthsFinders transformed Jeni and Sallee's collaboration by helping them embrace their unique gifts• The importance of trust and letting go—empowering your partner to run with their strengths while you own yours• What it takes to build a partnership that elevates both people rather than creating competitionNavigating Career Evolution in EdTech 📚• Why following your curiosity and saying "yes" to new challenges can lead to unicorn opportunities• How Jeni transitioned from district tech integrator to the vendor side—and why authentic passion beats sales experience• The moment she cold-messaged MagicSchool's founder with a resume and a vision (spoiler: it worked!)Real Talk About Educator Wellbeing 🌸• The work will always be there—but family moments and mental capacity matter most• How to avoid burnout while pursuing multiple opportunities and making career pivots• Permission to put the grading aside (yes, even in year three) and focus on relationships that lastKey Takeaways:✨ Your career path doesn't have to be linear—follow your curiosity and embrace opportunities as they emerge✨ Authentic relationships beat polished perfection every single time—be real, be passionate, and show up consistently✨ Modern educator community may be shaped by companies and products, but it's still driven by human connection✨ Put yourself out there—if you feel called to share your voice, there's a reason (and people need to hear it!)✨ Balance isn't about doing it all; it's about prioritizing what truly matters: students, family, and your wellbeing🎯 Perfect For:• Educators considering a career pivot into instructional technology or edtech companies• Teachers curious about building their professional brand through social media and conferences• Anyone seeking inspiration for authentic partnership and collaboration• Educators navigating the modern landscape of professional learning communitiesResources & Mentions:📺 Jenallee YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@Jenallee📚 The Microsoft Teams Playbook (Co-authored with Sallee Clark) - https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Teams-Playbook-Jeni-Long/dp/1951600126🎬 eTwinz - International educator community members mentioned in the episode🤖 MagicSchool AI - https://www.magicschool.ai/📱 Jenallee on TikTok - Follow for creative edtech tips and mini-PD moments💼 MagicSchool Pioneers & Ambassador Program - Join the community at magicschool.aiConnect With Jeni Long:Twitter/X: @jenilong22LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenilong/Email: jeni@magicschool.aiAbout Jeni Long:Jeni Long is a seasoned educator with over 25 years of experience and holds a Master's degree in Educational Technology. She is a respected EdTech speaker, consultant, and author dedicated to providing unwavering support for teachers both in and out of the classroom. As an Account Executive at MagicSchool AI, Jeni focuses on ensuring that every teacher using the platform feels supported, motivated, and empowered to positively impact their students' lives. She co-founded Jenallee with Sallee Clark, creating a global presence through YouTube, conferences, and their co-authored book, The Microsoft Teams Playbook. Jeni is actively involved in organizing events, delivering professional development, fostering community growth, and building partnerships with Texas school districts.This episode is a powerful reminder that your career journey doesn't have to follow a traditional path—authentic relationships, complementary partnerships, and the courage to put yourself out there can open doors you never imagined. Whether you're contemplating a career shift, looking to build your educator brand, or simply searching for permission to prioritize what matters most, Jeni's story will inspire you to embrace change with confidence and lead with authenticity.#EducatorCommunity #MagicSchoolAI #TeacherLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #Jenallee #EdChat #CareerPivot #TeachingLife #TechCoach #AIinEducation #EducatorWellness #WorkLifeBalance #EdTechCommunity
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