Meristem Learning

When I started tutoring, I was simply helping a younger student on a volunteer basis.

There was nothing scary about it. It grew with me as a part of me. It was just something I did, almost as a hobby.

So I didn’t really get it the first time I heard someone say, "Tutoring is scary."

Like, "What? No way! What is there to be afraid of?" And I went on like that each time.

Until the first university student reached out.

Then came the doubt.

Was I good enough to teach at that level? And how could I help someone with the very thing I struggled with previously? What if…

(At this point the world could come to an end and it would be my fault for being incompetent.) 🥴

But seriously, I really questioned my ability, and then came the real question: If not me, who?

Followed by: What did she see in me?

After honest examination, I said yes.
And she passed!
And I grew!

Sure, it was an adjustment, leaving my comfort zone of proven competence and venturing into new, challenging territory, but it was worth it.

I had been limiting myself in that safe space, but on the outside of that was greater confidence, new skills and more opportunities. 💁

So, each time you get a tutoring request and you consider whether you’re the one for the job, ask yourself:

👀 Why you?
👀 Why not you?
👀 If not you, who?

No matter what your specialty – be it a subject or a skill – you can help someone else to rise from where they are and closer to where they need to be.

Fears aside, take courage and launch out!

❣️

I have so much more and I’m eager to share some of my secrets, but I also want to hear from you. Join me on Sunday evening for a chat and LET’S TALK TUTORING!

It’s open to all private tutors and those thinking about it. Check the link in my bio .ml to get in the room.

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It's 2023 and already we are already busyyyy!

Last year was nice and all that - a lot of growth and new things as I pressed pause on study coaching and focused more on career guidance.

I must say, that was a great call. It's been so natural, no grind. While it took some courage 🥴 and I did feel that stretch, it was still so GOOD!

So fulfilling! So refreshing. I'm completely loving the experience and the results.

BUT.

As last semester's grades rolled in over the vacation, students and parents started to reach out. It seems that adjusting to campus life after such a long time online was tough. The grades are telling.

Naturally, my heart started crying out again for the students. I know the struggle all too well and I am COMPELLED to help.

So to my undergrads out there:
I see you. ❤️

I see you burdened under the workload.
I see you burning the midnight oil.
I see you lost and hiding in lectures,
Yet trying not to drop the ball.
I see you using different study methods.
I see you crying, feeling small.
I see you wondering about your major.
Maybe this was the wrong call?
I see you wishing you could do better.
I see you dreading going back on hall.
I see you thinking of how to fix it.
I see you, and I'm here for it all.

For starters:
📌 I'll be doing a short training on how to manage and master your major so you can get the grades you want without all the stress.

::: DM me if I should save you a seat. :::

It's time to shine. Let's goo! 🌟

EACH OF MY SEASONS TAUGHT ME SOMETHING.

🌱In high school I blossomed, and I learned to listen.
🪴In university I grew through the grind, and I learned to ask for help.
🎍In my job I grew up, and I learned about systems and structure.
🎋But in *my work* I grew potential, and I learned about purpose.

My path has not been conventional, but I've never been one to care for the norm.

I love my work and I enjoy my life. Of course there are other things I want, but if I had that without this, I wouldn't be happy.

✨To have a career that changes with me, that grows as I grow and employs all my gifts, knowledge and experience…

✨…where I can pour from myself without feeling drained and work with others on things we both care about.

✨…where my input is appreciated and I get to see the results of my work.

That's priceless. I couldn't ask for more.

My birthday wish would be for you to have that.

And it makes me so excited because I know it's possible. I am the evidence. 🎁

Seasons change. You change. Is there room for your gifts and growth in your career, or do you feel boxed in?