Meet Lauren Cantor. She spends her days cracking codes. As Founder of LJC Learning, LLC, and a member at Shift Bannock, she works one-on-one with students to figure out how each of them learns, then builds instruction around it. She just hired her first employee, so we caught her at a good moment to talk calendars, gardening, and the case for laughing more.
What’s a concept worth understanding right now?
How AI affects both teaching and learning.
What’s a podcast episode you recommend to almost everyone?
“Sold a Story: The podcast that’s changing how kids are taught to read“
What’s a piece of advice you’ve received that’s aged well?
The most successful people know how to fail.
What’s a habit that quietly improved your work?
Taking the time to create a color-coded calendar with colored pencils.
What’s a problem you enjoy solving, and why is it satisfying?
I love trying to figure out how my clients learn best. Once I am able to figure out their learning modalities, I can then create individualized ways for them to learn and succeed. It is the best feeling once I am able to crack their code.
What’s a mistake that taught you something useful?
Where do I begin?
What’s a skill more people should practice?
Learning how to garden!
What’s a quote that’s shaped the way you live and work?
“Keep on keepin’ on.”
What’s a trend you’re paying attention to?
I love that baggy pants are coming back.
What’s a rule you follow that isn’t written anywhere?
Be kind.
What’s a shortcut that’s actually worth taking?
If you can choose to laugh, laugh. It really cuts out a lot of unnecessary hassle and drama.
What’s a practice that keeps you grounded?
Walking the dogs with my fiancé.
What’s a sign you’re on the right track?
I am growing! I just hired my first employee.
What’s something you’re exploring right now?
How to expand a business without diluting the product.
