Santhra Thambidurai

Do you really want to pay 40% of your pay to those tutoring companies? 🧐

When I transitioned from the life of a full time Math/Stat teacher at the prestigious and highly ranked West Windsor- Plainsboro School district to starting my online tutoring business as a way to earn income while also being with my children, I did tutor with one of the big name tutoring companies. 4 hours of work and I decided that I don’t need someone to find clients for me- I can do it myself.

2 years before Covid and with no business background, I researched and figured out ways to find clients from all over the US to tutor during the hours I wanted to work. For example, initially when my husband was working night shifts and we were living in the East Coast, my clientele was mostly from the West Coast as I could be working at nights when Pax, my oldest was sleeping.

This was one of the biggest leaps of faith (besides moving to two countries 🤪) I have taken, yet 5 years later, I look back at it as one of the best decisions of my life. People who followed me on my private account used to often ask me when I am going back to work as I was always posting stories with my babies🤩

I am choosing how much I want to work. I am choosing how much money I want to make without losing sight of my priorities- my family, my mental and physical health. I am doing something I LOVE- empowering children and helping them find confidence in their ability to do Mathematics.

If you are interested in how I did this, check out my e-book (Link in Bio) and get started on your solopreneurship journey.

Shari Bruyn has taught pretty much every course at Okaw Valley High School in the past 30 years. She went to a Geometry in Construction workshop by two incredible educators: Scott and Tom, was blown away by its potential, sought to bring the course to her high school. Not having the budget for it, she sought Grants from different associations and made the implementation of this course possible. Her students are way more engaged in Math than she can remember because they are directly applying the concepts they are learning in the real world.

Furthermore, she embeds financial literacy in terms of understanding the costs of all the required tools and materials, as well as how to use those tools and materials to produce a finished product which can then be sold for a profit (to at least cover the initial costs).

She is an example of someone who has a passion and is not afraid to seek out the resources and support to take an idea and see it through to completion.

IF YOU LIKED THIS HIGHLIGHTS REEL, CHECK OUT THE FULL INTERVIEW! Link in Bio 🙂

Dan Ruble, co-owner of PME Equipment is eloquently explaining how his customers use statistics to ensure consistency of their products!

Teachers, by demonstrating how statistics plays a vital role in ensuring consistency and reliability, we can help students appreciate the practical applications of math. Hands-on projects and case studies involving quality control can spark students' interest and showcase the impact of statistics in their future careers.

Ah those wretched math word problems. Everybody hates them. But if education is meant to prepare a child for life, what better preparation can you have! Dan Ruble, co-owner of PME Equipment explains why just like word problems, the way you tackle a problem in life is to take apart the problem: what is known, what is unknown and then figure out a way to solve the problem!

Watch the Episode 8 to learn more about how math is used in equipment design!

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📣 Exciting news from The Numeracy Report! We've just released a new episode that you won't want to miss. Check out this link for the five-minute highlights reel: https://youtu.be/BDXfBz0pX68

In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dan Ruble, co-owner of PME Equipment. Dan shared fascinating insights into how he uses math in his work, from designing custom machinery to running his business. 📐📊

If you've ever wondered how math applies to real-world situations, this episode is a must-watch. Dan's experience underscores the importance of a quantitative mindset and problem-solving skills in any field.

Check out the full video here: https://youtu.be/GYdvFjcdjLg
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Remember, math is not just a subject studied in school - it's a critical skill that can open doors to various career paths. So whether you're a teacher, a student, or a professional, I'm sure you'll find this episode enlightening.

Feel free to share the video with your network and spread the word about the practical applications of math! 💡

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If you have ever taught in a classroom, you know that it is not an easy job. Teachers are undervalued, underpaid and under-appreciated but the impact they have on children is immeasurable. This video is for all teachers but specifically dedicated to the incredible minds I had the privilege of working with, who mentored me, treated me like their own family (home away from home) and who were just incredible educators. These people filled their classrooms with enthusiasm and passion, connected with their students, and worked hard to make the content relevant. Thank you for your service and your hard work. Keep on going! June is almost here! 💕

If you are reading this, please take a moment to share this message and thank any teachers who have had an impact on your life. It matters to them more than you know 🙂

Alcohol and Stats? What’s the deal?

I’m a math teacher trying to show people WHY MATH is important in their lives.

Who’s heard that saying that “one drink a day is good for your heart?”.

I came across a recent NYT article that I wanted to share as an example of why good stats knowledge can be helpful - not just in your professional work, but also as an informed citizen capable of evaluating deception and misinformation from the truth.

If you’re interested, the full article can be found here:
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/13/well/mind/alcohol-health-effects.html

When students ask you "when would I ever use Sine and Cosine", share with them what Anika Gandhi, a former Electrical Engineer turned widly successful DIY Woodworking Content Creator has to say.... :)

Click below to listen to the full episode from my show, The Numeracy Report, where I connect math content with real world examples :)

https://numeracycoach.com/episode-7-math-in-woodworking-feat-anika-gandhi/

For more information about Anika and to see more of her craft in action, please check out her site, Anika's DIY Life, by clicking here: anikasdiylife.com
As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

For the seventh episode of The Numeracy Report, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Anika Gandhi, a PhD in Electrical Engineering who discovered a passion for woodworking and began a wildly successful career as a woodworker, content creator, and social media expert. She takes us on a fascinating life journey peppered with life lessons and examples of math at work.

Click here for details on the new episode: https://numeracycoach.com/episode-7-math-in-woodworking-feat-anika-gandhi/

Topics covered during the full interview:
-How Anika Gandhi Got Started in Woodworking
-How Anika’s Career as a Founder and Content Creator Began
-Examples of Geometry in Woodworking
-Examples of Trigonometry in Woodworking
-Examples of Algebra in Woodworking
-Encountering Calculation Errors in Woodworking
-The Importance of Curiosity and Understanding the Why in Woodworking
-The Impact of an Inspirational Teacher: Knowing How to Learn

For more information about Anika and to see more of her craft in action, please check out her site, Anika's DIY Life, by clicking here: anikasdiylife.com

As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

Attention all math teachers! Are you looking for new ways to inspire your students and help them apply themselves in math class? Look no further than The Numeracy Report! My show explores how math is applied in real-world situations and careers, featuring interviews with professionals who use math in their daily work. By listening to my show, you can show your students how math isn't just about a grade, but a valuable tool in fields like medicine, finance, engineering, and more! Follow my page for updates and new episodes, and let us together inspire the next generation of math wizards!

“But this is hands-on; you take up your mathematical skills and you put that to work.” -Cyriac Kottoor, Former Actuarial Vice President of General Reinsurance Company

Meet Cyriac Kottoor, who sat down to share his experiences with math across his 34-year career as an Actuary. If you have a passion for math, listen to how you can build a career that blends math with business, law, accounting, and technology. I sat down with Cyriac Kottoor, former Actuarial Vice President of General Reinsurance Company to discuss:

*The various ways to enter the field of Actuarial Science
*The process of mapping all the inputs and developing pricing scenarios
*The importance of data in the life of an Actuary
*How technology is impacting the field and what the future may hold for new talent
*Tips for current math students
*And much more!

If you only have a few minutes, check out the 5-minute Highlights Reel here:https://youtu.be/JH_Kf7qsb5Y

Catch the FULL EPISODE here: https://youtu.be/JooxiYuFWi0

Check out my website for more content: www.numeracyproject.com

As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

Know someome pre-med? Share this to help them understand why they should keep a focus on math! Excerpt from my 1st interview with Dr. Shanon Peter - check out my site for the full interview, www.numeracycoach.com.

Does this say anything about the future of a college education?

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My children might be in two decades from now. Do you think the costs of college will continue to rise and that it will continue to be the default path that many of our children will be ushered through to prepare them for a life of earning?

In my latest interview with Michael Leone, the Director of Analytics for Establish The Run, we touched on an interesting topic for me: the importance of a college education for the Sports Data Scientist role he was hiring for.

Sometimes something as simple as a book can inspire us to pursue our passions from a new angle!

Learn about how Michael Leone, Director of Analytics for Establish The Run was able to build a career that bridged his lifelong passion for sports with his abilities in math. Other topics in the interview include:

*Examples of how he uses statistics in developing sports projections
*How he landed a dream career between what he loves (sports) and what he's good at (math)
*The changing landscape of the talent pool for tech-based employment opportunities
*And much more!

If you only have a few minutes, check out the 5-minute Highlights Reel here: https://youtu.be/qk45_qRVXR4

Catch the FULL EPISODE here: https://youtu.be/ffHVko8Cpgs

Check out my website for more content: www.numeracyproject.com

As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

“We give our subscribers advice on how to play different fantasy sports games and how to do different sports betting. And my job is the kind of projections guy. So I'm the one who's helping us predict player-level performance.” -Michael Leone, Director of Analytics for Establish The Run

If you’re like me, you know many students interested in . Check out the Highlights Reel from my interview with Michael Leone, who bridged his love of sports with his acumen in math to build a dream career as the Director for Analytics for Establish the Run, a sports content site for sports projections and betting. We discuss:

*Examples of how he uses statistics in developing sports projections
*How he landed a dream career between what he loves (sports) and what he's good at (math)
*The changing landscape of the talent pool for tech-based employment opportunities
*And much more!

If you only have a few minutes, check out the 5-minute Highlights Reel here: https://youtu.be/qk45_qRVXR4

Catch the FULL EPISODE here: https://youtu.be/ffHVko8Cpgs

Check out my website for more content: www.numeracyproject.com

As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Please visit https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ to learn how we can all !

How Dr. Case uses to improve human health by removing costs from and improving patient and community lives. Check out the full interview on Episode 4 of The Numeracy Report on my site, www.numeracycoach.com!

“When I'm able to connect it to the curiosity of wanting to find the answer to a particular question or solve a problem in my field, that's where I find the utility and the excitement of statistics.” -Dr. Nevicia Case

Interested in , , or any of the other ? Hear why plays a crucial role in these fields compared to the “harder sciences” of biology and chemistry.

Meet Dr. Case, whose lifelong passion for learning has driven her to couple the application of math with exploring her curiosity to ultimately improve human health. The guest of Episode 4 of the Numeracy Report, her insights cover:
*How she uses curiosity to guide her on her mission
*How she uses math and statistics to remove costs from healthcare and make lives easier for patients, their families, and their communities
*How stats differs in its application between the “harder sciences” and the social sciences
*And much more!

If you only have a few minutes, check out the 5-minute Highlights Reel here: https://youtu.be/ubMaoX1vaiA

If you liked what you heard, check out the full interview here:
Catch the FULL EPISODE here: https://youtu.be/Fkz2yVno9Ds
Check out my website for more content: www.numercycoach.com
As always, please share with anyone you think might benefit!

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"Anyone who is successful today in business has to employ some degree of statistical analysis in all their processes, otherwise they've missed the boat" - Grant Arnold, former President and Chief Operating Officer of Canadian Royalties.

LIKE, COMMENT, OR SHARE IF YOU SEE THE VALUE OF STATISTICS!

Watch the 5-minute Highlights Video or the Full Interview on my website, link in bio.

This one is different. This is for the math lovers :).

Episode #2 of The Numeracy Report is out now! Maneet Mahal, a math modeler from First Citizens Bank talks about her passion for Mathematics and how much she loves her job because she followed her passion!

CHECK OUT THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE:
https://numeracycoach.com/episode-2-math-models-feat-maneet-mahal/

and teachers: now you have something to share with your students when they ask you (and they always do :D) WHY they should learn those sine curves!

Pre-med students, listen up! You thought you wouldn't be using much math in your future career as a doctor? Harvard Graduate, Dr. Shanon Peter disagrees!

Calculus, Precalculus, Statistics, Geometry teachers -> when your students ask you why they need to learn what they are learning, you now have an answer!

Sharing with you the inspiration for my new project. ❤️

Check out the link in my bio for more information about the project!

Share with anyone interested in math or medicine!