Award-Winning Finance Tutors in University at Albany, NY

After graduating from Skidmore College, I moved to Milan, Italy and taught English to high school and university students. I also gave private lessons to students ages 7-31. While in college, I tutored in Italian, French and economics. I enjoy a challenge but think a fun and cheerful environment is the best way to learn.

...reasoning. I love talking about business concepts and how they relate to each other. I especially enjoy the connection between the creative side of Marketing and the analytical/financial aspects involved. I am a pretty laid-back, low-pressure guy who expects students to make mistakes so we can learn from them. Mistakes are expected, inspected, and respected....

...in the next few years that will require sitting for exams. But I believe the test writers want you to pass. In fact, you are paying them for a grade they want to give you! Every test has a way to pass it. You just have to figure out how to navigate the questions. If...

...fun begins with datasets. Pivot tables, charts, v-lookups, t-tests, and more are not as intimidating as they sound! Accepting math as your approach to unpacking a problem is step one. My teaching is for you if you're math or Excel averse. I'm good at meeting you where you are (which is likely not as lost...

...class sizes of 30-40 students where some often get left behind. I want to tutor those students are in such situations and feel left behind with the goal or teaching them and helping them not only to catch up to their classmates but maybe even excel past them. I look forward to helping as many...

My goal is to help students achieve the academic success they desire!

...care sincerely about your success. We hear so many stories about bad characters lurking on the internet. I encourage parents of younger students to sit in on the tutoring sessions. Also, an extra pair of ears never hurts when we are trying to grasp a difficult concept. What I ask of students is that they...

Anyone can learn anything with just a little work and guidance. I hope to be able to work together to achieve those goals.

...to approach each lesson with an open mind. In each session I will help you learn the lesson's content and you will teach me how to more effectively deliver that content in a personalized way to yourself. Learning is not about memorizing facts, but building a logical train of thought around those facts that allows...

...for a 2500 square foot garden, and I raise chickens. I have both a pilot's license and a motorcycle license, though I don't ride either at the moment. While I currently work as a supply chain analyst for a major airline, I want to be an author when I grow up :)

...and adding a level of intellectual stimulation into daily life adds an unquantifiable quality of life. I have lots of experience working with kids. I used to teach kids between the age of about a year to young adults in their 20s how to swim with my three years of experience as a lifeguard at...

...Then once the foundation is established, we add in complexity through hands-on case studies and examples. I am comfortable tutoring essentially any finance or business topic. Between my academic career and professional experience, there is little in that realm I am not at least proficient in. I feel being a practitioner not only adds to...

...ensure that you not only achieve your desired grade/score, but see how the different concepts relate to each other in the bigger picture. The more important part is to critically think about the subject matter in other, more unfamiliar contexts. Also, in my math subjects, I seek to provide personal secrets in realms including quicker...

...politics. I am interested in understanding the various cultures around the world, why people have very different views on how to relate to each other, what to eat, where we came from, why we are here. I enjoy playing and watching sports (especially baseball), and I love being outdoors, hiking or just relaxing at a...

...I have kept up to date with changes in the exam and curriculum. My proudest moment was when one of my Honors Chemistry students achieved a 13 point increase in grading from the first quarter of the school year - from 83 to 96. Through my professional and undergraduate education, I am intensely familiar with...

...walk away armed with a set of tools that allow them to demonstrate what they have learned and execute tasks that are contingent on their subject mastery. Regardless of if you are solving a complex equation or putting together an essay for college, emphasizing a logical and structured approach improves the competency and speed with...

...Men’s Service League chapter, and many more. Recently I have used my involvement in my new startup promotion company, Bass Brian Events, to explore my top interest of being involved on the business side of the music industry. I have always been one to follow my interests and take advantage of even the smallest opportunities,...

...who I have personal rapport with succeed in their life. I will do my best to find the best way for you not only to ahchieve a certain academic result but also to find and achieve any other life-long goals. I am generally available all throughout the week (morning, day & night), provided that the...

...Association. I am a Certified Public Accountant and a certified Six Sigma Black Belt. I was awarded and Elijah Watts Sells award for scoring in the top 80 in the USA on the CPA exam. My personal interests include all things outdoors - golf, biking, hunting and fishing, kayaking and hiking. I am a fan...

...studies have also advanced my ability to rationalize complex information and ideas in order to make the necessary calculated and logical decisions. These experiences and attributes will make me an excellent tutor and academic mentor for students. Currently, I mentor high school students in business and entrepreneurship. Mentoring and tutoring students is very fulfilling to...