Episode Description

In this conversation, Gus Elmashni shares his journey as an educator and entrepreneur in the field of tutoring and data science. He discusses his transition from teaching to becoming a data scientist, the challenges and rewards of running a tutoring business, and the impact of economic changes on his career. Gus emphasizes the importance of community in education and reflects on the evolution of teaching methods, particularly the shift to online tutoring. In this conversation, Gus Elmashni discusses his experiences in private tutoring, emphasizing the importance of geographical connections, personal teaching methods, and the evolution of his business, Ivy Advantage. He shares insights on building relationships with students beyond academics, the significance of word-of-mouth marketing, and how he has adapted to changes in standardized testing, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this conversation, Gus Elmashni shares his insights on effective test preparation strategies, the importance of building long-term relationships with students, and the challenges posed by student anxiety and parent involvement. He emphasizes the need for diagnostic testing to tailor tutoring sessions and discusses the shift to digital learning environments. Elmashni also provides valuable advice for new tutors on communication and recognizing red flags in student-tutor relationships, while addressing the tech challenges in modern test prep.