Brittany Dawson

In this episode of "The Exit Interview," Dr. Asia Lyons interviews Brittany Dawson, a former educator who transitioned from teaching to leadership coaching and entrepreneurship. Brittany shares her journey from aspiring doctor to passionate English teacher, describing how volunteering with young students inspired her to change her career path. She discusses the challenges she faced as a Black educator, including the emotional labor, financial struggles, and moments of self-doubt—especially when dealing with unsupportive parents and systemic barriers in education. Brittany explains her decision to leave the classroom after four years, emphasizing the importance of recognizing when it's time to move on and how to leverage teaching experience for new opportunities. She highlights the value of mentorship, building leadership skills, and not being limited by traditional career paths in education. Now the founder and CEO of Brittany Dawson Coaching, she supports individuals and organizat…