The 4G Factor

Download or read book The 4G Factor written by Gretchen Barron and published by Gretchen D. Barron. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One may believe the words, "Guts, Grit, and Grind Produce Greatness" are just an alliteration of attributes found in the latest self-help guide for success. For Gretchen D. Barron, the words are an accurate illustration of her work and persistent push for growth, personal development, and community change. The 4G Factor is not just a book, it is a lifestyle that produces indisputable results for those who are disciplined and consistent enough to remain committed to the process. Throughout the pages of this book, Gretchen expertly walks readers through the fundamentals of 4G living while interweaving her personal experiences and case studies. Penned from the heart of a servant and educator, The 4G Factor is chocked full of actionable steps, relatable anecdotes, as well as personal and professional development tips readers will be able to implement immediately. This is not another read-and-sit-to-the-side book, The 4G Factor is a guide for how to achieve success in every area of life! Gretchen D. Barron is a native South Carolinian and a graduate of the University of South Carolina. She has served as a local educator, State Administrator for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program at the South Carolina Department of Education, and the Assistant Director of Program Development and Grants at the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice, a Consultant for the United States Department of Education and Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. In November 2020, Gretchen was elected to Richland County Council District 7. While in office she has worked to rebuild the trust of the citizens of Richland by focusing on moving the county forward and aligning county resources to foster a vibrant economy. Though she is a wearer of many hats, Gretchen wears one most proudly- being a mom to the people she affectionately refers to as her "Barron Boys". Her two sons, James Lionel, II. and Hilton Chase collectively make up what she calls her "purpose". When she is not moving between her various roles, you will find Gretchen cheering for the Gamecocks on the weekend.