Communication - How can we be relatable, but professional? by jeffrey

2025-03-26 12:42:48 UTC

Asking what they want to do after college/what their major is so you can see their perspective and maybe why they’re struggling

Be Real

2025-03-26 12:42:58 UTC

I empathize with them. Share my emotion and provide comfort but also remind them of reality. 1+2 =3, so we need to do our best to cover 1 and 2 so we can get the final goal.

-Amy

Sydney Culhane

2025-03-26 12:43:18 UTC

If a student complains about the class or professor, I respond by reminding them that accounting is very hard and a different type of learning. I keep it professional by steering the direction away from the professor and be personal by discussing how accounting in general was hard for me when I was going through the same courses.

Makenzie Irelan

2025-03-26 12:43:35 UTC

I know how it feels to fail exam after putting many hours of studying in so don't feel alone, it happens to everyone! Take this as a learning opportunity to change your study methods, get ahead and don't cram, reach out to other resources like a different tutor, classmates, professor, etc. Also, grades are not everything and life will move on.

Sean

2025-03-26 12:46:23 UTC

Taking the time to reinforce a student. I've had students come in saying that they are going to fail. As hard as some courses can be, the first step to passing is believing in your ability to learn. A student coming into a session saying "I'm going to fail Organic Chemistry" isn't going to be able to take the most from tutoring because they've already arrived at a conclusion. Taking a few minutes to connect with a student and bolster their self confidence can matter as much as reviewing the material.