Episodes
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Happy New Year, lightmakers! 🎉 In this reflective and inspiring episode of Unleash YES, Tom and Nat pull back the curtain on the 5 biggest lessons they learned from working with educators who took the leap into entrepreneurship in 2024.
From overcoming mindset blocks to embracing simplicity and staying rooted in your unique story, this episode is packed with actionable insights, real client stories, and heartfelt reflections from Tom and Nat’s own entrepreneurial journey.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ The power of starting before you’re ready and embracing imperfect action.
✅ Why your most profitable idea is hidden in your personal story.
✅ How simplicity often beats complexity in building a sustainable business.
✅ Why negativity and shadows are part of the creative process—and not your problem.
✅ The irreplaceable value of community when navigating challenges and celebrating wins.If you’re dreaming of making 2025 your breakthrough year, this episode will inspire, equip, and empower you to step boldly into your next chapter.
🎧 Tune in, reflect, and let’s make 2025 a year of YES!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators launch and grow their learning-based businesses.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
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When we think about costs, we often focus on what it takes to gain something new—money, time, or effort. But what about the costs of staying exactly where you are? In this episode, we dive into the emotional, financial, relational, and health tolls of staying stuck in a job or situation that no longer serves you.
From sleepless nights to strained relationships, stagnant salaries, and rising stress levels, we unpack the hidden ways indecision keeps you paying a steep price. But it’s not all doom and gloom—we also share inspiring stories of transformation and the incredible possibilities that come from taking messy, imperfect action.
If you’re tired of feeling cemented in place, this episode is your wake-up call to get unstuck. You deserve clarity, freedom, and fulfillment—and we’re here to help you start the journey.
Ready to take the first step? Click here to learn more about the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
🎧 Tune in now to reclaim your passion, purpose, and power for 2025 and beyond.
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Are you an educator dreaming of something more but unsure how to start? This week, we sit down with Josh Ogilvie, a former Phys Ed teacher who felt the weight of misalignment in his career and took the bold step toward creating a thriving learning-based business.
Josh shares the pivotal moments that inspired his leap, the strategies he used to build a successful online program, and the surprises he encountered along the way—including what turned out to be easier than he expected. Whether you're looking for clarity, courage, or practical steps to begin your own entrepreneurial journey, Josh’s story will leave you inspired and ready to take action.
Listen in to uncover how he transformed his expertise into impact—and how you can too!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Ever felt like you’re holding back the real you? In this episode of Unleash YES, Tom and Natalie dive into the power of finding and owning your unique voice as an educator-turned-entrepreneur. We’re here to help you break free from the boxes that traditional roles put you in and find that authentic spark that makes you stand out. Get ready for real talk on unlearning what no longer serves you, embracing your individuality, and overcoming the fears that keep you from sharing your true self. Tune in to learn how to connect deeply with your audience and start building a business that truly reflects you!
💡In this episode, you’ll learn:
What “finding your voice” really means and why it’s essential for your business success. How to reconnect with your authentic self and overcome the conditioning from traditional roles. Steps to start identifying and developing your unique voice in a way that feels true to you.This episode is for anyone ready to shake off the need for perfection and unlock the voice they were always meant to share!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Ever feel like you’re giving everything you’ve got, only to be met with blank stares or polite nods? Like your ideas could spark real change, but no one around you is really listening? It’s not you. It’s your context. In education, the adage “there are no experts in your own backyard” unfortunately rings true. So, why not go GLOBAL instead?
💡In this episode, Tom and Nat offer real, actionable insights to:
Manage overseas engagements in a way that’s sustainable and rewarding. Legally set up for international work so you can make a wider impact without stress. Connect with new audiences that truly see your worth and are ready to support your growth.If you’re not a prophet in your own land, you might as well venture to new ones. Bon voyage!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Are you someone who gets uncomfortable talking about money? Would you just rather…not? In this episode, Tom & Nat dive deep into transforming how you think about money.
💡 You’ll Learn How To:
Shift from scarcity to abundance thinking. View money as a tool for creating greater impact. Treat money as an energy that fuels your business. Let go of limiting beliefs that hinder financial freedom.Whether you want just to be comfortable with money, period, or stretch yourself towards more abundance than you’ve ever imagined possible, this episode is for you!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Feeling stuck before you even start? Overwhelmed by self-doubt? You’re not alone. In this episode, Tom & Nat are tackling that dreaded inertia head-on with 4 immediate confidence boosters designed specifically for educators like YOU, ready to launch a learning-based business. We’ll help you shake off the overwhelm and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey with actionable strategies to power up your confidence. It’s time to get out of your head and into the game—your freedom is waiting!
🔑 What You’ll Learn:
How to create a support system that fuels your confidence. Quick, daily wins to build momentum before your launch. An inspiring way to tap into the power of visualization. The ONE thing you can do to determine how valuable you really are.Say goodbye to the second-guessing and hello to your bold, confident YES!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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In this essential episode of Unleash YES, Tom & Nat reveal how you can "sell without selling." Selling is often a four-letter word to educators. We all have the caricature of the used-car salesperson or some sleezy trickery-based approach. This creates an aversion that many educators can’t overcome.
However, this episode reveals the mindsets and strategies that turn sales into an empathy-based process that allows your business offering to serve an authentic need in the market. There is no business without sales, but sales don’t have to involve "selling." Are you ready to transform your fear of selling into THE driver of your success? Tune in for practical insights and actionable steps that will make you proud to say, "I'm a salesperson!"
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Book: “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” by Adam Grant
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Join Tom and Nat on this transformative episode of Unleash YES as they dive into powerful psychological tools to silence your inner critic. Designed specifically for educators, this episode unveils strategies to conquer self-doubt and ignite the courage to launch your learning-based business.
Ready to turn fear into confidence and make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality? Tune in for practical insights and actionable steps that will empower you to take the leap and unleash your full potential!
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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In this episode, Tom and Nat reveal the secret ingredients to becoming a successful author, including a viral topic, attracting a publisher, and producing a final manuscript.
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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First of all, the pronunciation is NEESH (it’s French, people). In this episode, you’ll learn the definition of a niche, why it’s important (especially in marketing), how niche is too niche, and two powerful strategies to start finding one of your own.
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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In this episode, Tom and Nat break down six models that your learning-based business can use to turn your expertise into income; three of the models are in-person, and three are fully online.
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Tom and Nat discuss the stories they used to tell themselves when they first embarked on becoming a solopreneur and discuss how they learned their beliefs were not true. For each limiting belief, they offer a mindset reframe based on their experiences so that you can gain the mental clarity to accelerate your success.
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
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Learn more about Tom and Natalie's journey from employee to entrepreneur, why they made this podcast, and who it's for (and NOT for).
Resources:
>> Learn More About the Unleash YES Bootcamp!
>> Quiz: Which Learning-Based Business Model is Right for Me?
>> Starter Guide: The First 6 Steps to Launch Your Learning-Based Business
Tom Schimmer and Natalie Vardabasso specialize in helping educators to launch and grow their learning-based business.
Connect with Tom & Nat:
>> Follow Tom on Linkedin
>> Follow Nat on Linkedin
>> Follow @unleashyes on Instagram
>> Book a call.
