Inside the Dual Career Balancing Act (and Its Breaking Point) | Amanda Steger on The Inner Estate

What happens when you’ve invested 14 years in one career but feel called to something completely different?

Amanda Steger shares her powerful story of leaving the classroom to build a thriving business — and the faith, fear, and resilience it took to get there.

In this episode, Amanda opens up about:
Balancing a dual career before making the leap
Overcoming fear, anxiety, and self-doubt during career change
How mentorship shaped her early success
Translating teaching skills into business growth
Using faith and purpose to guide big life decisions
Building a career that supports family life and personal values

If you’ve ever wondered how to pivot careers, face fear head-on, and build success with intention, this conversation will inspire you.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Amanda's Journey
01:07 Transition from Teaching to Real Estate
03:55 The Decision to Leave Teaching
05:44 Confirmation of the Career Change
07:01 Impact on Family Life
07:15 Benefits of Full-Time Real Estate
10:02 Challenges of Being Dual Career
12:29 Effective Communication in Real Estate
14:40 Navigating Dual Careers: Strategies for Success
15:55 Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt in Career Transitions
18:08 The Role of Faith in Career Decisions
19:59 Real Estate as a Ministry: Serving Clients with Purpose
22:06 The Roller Coaster of Real Estate: Embracing the Ups and Downs
25:31 Creating Family Memories Through Career Choices
26:51 Teaching Skills in Real Estate: The Educator's Advantage
32:27 First Steps to a Real Estate Career: Seeking Guidance