Homeschooling, CEO Shifts, and Trusting God in the Pivot
By Rachel Roach | Rooted and Ready
When we made the decision to begin homeschooling my kindergartner this year, I knew it would change our routine. What I didn’t realize was how deeply it would shape my business, my mindset, and even my faith.
She’s in a hybrid program: two days in the classroom, three days at home. On paper, it seemed manageable. But in practice? It’s required more patience, flexibility, and trust than I’ve ever needed as a public school teacher, business owner, or mom.
And honestly? It’s been good. Hard, but good.
Slowing Down Where I Never Thought I Would
Before homeschooling, I operated with a CEO mentality of always moving forward: checking off tasks, hitting deadlines, staying productive. But now, I find myself walking away from my computer mid-task to sit down with my daughter because that’s when she learns best.
She’s five, and she thrives on routine. Which means I’ve had to reshape my routine to honor hers.
Instead of rushing through my own to-do list, I’m learning how to pause. Instead of cramming tasks into rigid time blocks, I’m building flexibility into my days. And in that space, I’ve found a surprising peace.
What This Means for My Business
Of course, my business looks different too. My social media feed isn’t as busy, and my work windows are shorter and more scattered. But my clients? They’re still being served with excellence.
And that’s the point.
From the beginning, my business wasn’t about hustling my way to arbitrary income goals. It was about creating enough financial support for my family while being present for them in a way the classroom never allowed.
This season has reminded me that my kids truly come before my business. And while I love the work I do as a Christian virtual assistant and social media manager, I love being their mom more.
Trusting God in the Pivot
This shift hasn’t been easy. Some days I still feel torn between tasks and motherhood. But I’ve been reminded again and again that slowing down doesn’t mean stepping back from God’s calling. It means aligning my steps with His.
Proverbs 16:9 says:
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
God is establishing new steps for me in this season; teaching me how to manage my time, my business, my marriage, my kids, and even my worship leadership role at church with greater trust and intentionality.
Encouragement for You
Maybe you’re in your own season of pivot: homeschooling, adjusting to a new baby, shifting careers, or simply reevaluating what matters most.
Here’s what I’ve learned:
It’s okay to slow down.
It’s okay to reshape your business around your family.
And it’s okay to let God reframe your definition of success.
Friend, these pivotal years with my kids will be gone in a blink. I don’t want to miss them because I was glued to my laptop. And I don’t think you want to either.
So today, give yourself permission to pivot. Let God establish your steps. And trust that He will honor your yes in both motherhood and business.
🎧 Want to hear me unpack this even more? Tune into The Final Bell podcast for the full episode where I share my homeschooling journey and the CEO shifts it’s sparked.
