Question regarding math?

[ZackL]

So as of right now I am pursing a degree in Economics; problem is that I am terrible at math. I am able to do all the stuff at my level like the basic formulas and algebra but I am pretty worried about what it's gonna be like later down the line closer to graduation. Right now I enrolled myself in a pre-calculus functions class; I understand nothing, and have quickly picked up a tutor.

So my tutor sits down with me today and pretty much tells me not even to bother trying because I won't be able to keep up with the class and will fail the higher levels. ( I plan on taking Calculus after and Linear Algebra). I really don't need that demotivation so I don't plan on paying him for any more sessions and will get a new one, but do you math guys agree with that statement? I am a hard worker but it really feels like a kick in the nuts when someone tells you that you can't do something when you know your knowledge is zero in math...

Also does anyone have any tips in math besides practice, practice, practice?

Thanks guys... I guess i'll go bury my head in my micro book.