Making the Grade Podcast
Making the Grade is a podcast about executive function—how we manage time, energy, emotions, and goals in real life. Hosted by former educators turned executive function coaches, we explore the brain-based skills that drive success both personally and professionally.
Each episode features real stories from entrepreneurs, overwhelmed professionals, parents, and experts in executive function. We dive into the habits, challenges, and strategies that help people build (or rebuild) motivation, focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
Why do so many of us feel stuck, even when we’re trying our best? What does success really look like—and how do we get there on our own terms?
The pressures of modern life are real, but so are the solutions. Making the Grade offers honest conversations, practical tools, and a reminder that success isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up for yourself every day.
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Making the Grade Podcast
Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana Farrar
S2 EP 025 | Motivating Minds: a Conversation with Educational Consultant & Author, Ivana Farrar
In 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!
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Social Media Handles:
- Instagram: mmfasolutions
- Website: https://www.mmfasolutions.com/category/all-products
- Book: “It’s Time to Get Your $#!@ Together”
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