Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana Farrar

Send us Fan MailS2 EP 025 | Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana FarrarIn this next episode of Making the Grade, Georgia & Christine talk with Ivana, the founder of Motivating Minds & Achievement Solutions. Formerly of Georgia & currently in DC, Ivana didn’t always know that she wanted to become a teacher. Prior to consulting, she was teaching at the high school level. Additionally, Ivana is the author of “It’s Time to Get Your $#!@ Together”, a book to empower young adults to improve their lives with an approachable and easy-to-understand guide.Ivana opens up about how she actually didn’t want to be a teacher, but her journey to become a veterinarian pivoted when she started getting into science classes. After realizing that she loved witnessing the connections children were making at a daycare job, she embarked on the journey to become a teacher. Reflecting on her career, Ivana emphasizes the importance of the first 5 years of teaching & how crucial support is to be successful. Currently, Ivana continues to make a difference in education as a an educational consultant. Her dedication to improving life for young adults is evident in her work through her book.This episode covers how to motivate students, reasons for student disengagement, & an overview of student motivation. Tune in to gain valuable insights and perspectives on reinventing yourself for the better! Find out more about Ivana here!Ivana’s links: Social Media Handles:Instagram: mmfasolutionsWebsite: https://www.mmfasolutions.com/category/all-productsBook: “It’s Time to Get Your $#!@ Together” Follow Making the Grade!Website | https://makingthegradepod.com/Instagram | Making the Grade IGApple Podcasts | Making the Grade Podcast (Listen and give us a rating!)Support the show