College and Career Clarity

Oct 29 2024 147 ep. 28 mins 4
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If you are overwhelmed with the college-bound journey, confused by how much things have changed, or frustrated by having more questions than answers, then College and Career Clarity is the compass you need, when you need it most. Weekly episodes with Lisa Marker-Robbins and her guests provide families with strategic guidance to resource your student to make informed choices that align with their passions, purpose, and potential future. You’ll be informed to be able to have intentional & productive family conversations grounded in guidance and broken into actionable steps to move from overwhelmed and confused to motivated, clear, and confident about your teen’s future.

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Overcoming Student Procrastination with Michelle McAnaney, the College Spy

Oct 29 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Michelle discuss:The real reasons behind student procrastination. Discovering which of the three types of procrastinators your teen is.Practical strategies to help your teen overcome procrastination hurdles. How to differentiate feelings from facts to accomplish important tasks on time.Key Takeaways: Procrastination is often not from a place of laziness. I

Early College Application Strategies with Jeff Levy & Jennie Kent

Oct 22 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Lisa, Jeff, and Jennie discuss:The different types of early college applications and what they each mean.Navigation strategies and deadlines for early applications.Which students will benefit from early applications, and which might not.What the data really says about early application acceptance rates.Key Takeaways:Because Early Decision (ED1 and ED2) is a binding

Military Service Academy Majors & Career Paths with Phil Black

Oct 15 2024 36 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Phil discuss:Understanding the unique options available to students of military academies.The diverse majors and career paths that are offered through the service academies.Career paths, both military and civilian, for military academy graduates.Early preparation for success at military service academies. Key Takeaways: If your student is smart, athletic,

FAFSA & Financial Aid Delays: Buying College Better with Beth Walker

Oct 08 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Beth discuss:Update on the recent delays in the 2024 FAFSA financial aid application.Navigating the college funding process more efficiently without being dependent on FAFSA outcomes. How to navigate financial aid filing deadlines for high school seniors and returning college students. Strategies to reverse engineer college affordability and align your tee

SAT, ACT, and Test-Optional Admissions: What Parents Need to Know with David Blobaum

Oct 01 2024 38 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and David discuss:Understanding how colleges use ACT and SAT scores in admissions.Breaking down common myths about test scores and test-optional admissions.How grade inflation impacts your teen’s GPA and admissions chances.The latest policies for ACT, SAT, AP, and IB exams. How much focus and time your teen should commit to test preparation. Key Takeaways: A

Lessons Learned from 200+ Colleges with John Durante

Sep 24 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and John discuss:Identifying the controllables and the non-controllables during your teen’s college application process. What your teen should include on the college application to ensure they are accurately representing themself.What should be included on your teen’s activities list in their application. The accessibility of admissions representatives. Ti

Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime Smith

Sep 17 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss:How to prevent unplanned future transfers for your teen.What a “planned transfer” is, when it might make sense, and when it won’t work.Common reasons why over ⅓ of undergraduate students transfer. Articulation agreements between colleges that can benefit transfers. Key Takeaways: More than ⅓ of undergraduate students transfer at som

Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee Norwood

Sep 10 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Lee discuss:Why it’s a myth your teen’s college application needs 10 extracurriculars. Creative ways to demonstrate leadership beyond traditional titles.Ideas for furthering your teen’s leadership experiences, whether they’re just starting high school or beginning their college application process. How to think about your teen’s activities list a

Your Teen's (Perfect) College Application Essay with College Bound Mentor

Sep 03 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, Lisa, Lisa, Abby, and Stefanie discuss:Busting myths about your teen’s personal statement on their college application. If your teen should write about personal hardships. How to focus on being authentic, not being unique. The four-question rubric your teen needs to address when writing their essay.The role of parents in allowing their teen to make the decisions

Raising Resilient Teens with Dr. Tovah Klein

Aug 27 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Lisa and Tovah discuss:The nuisance stressors your teen has to handle every day. Building resilience in the face of uncertainty. What it means to be a buffer for your child. Parenting styles that have been beneficial or harmful to building resiliency in teams.Why you have to work on yourself to build resiliency in your children and teens.Key Takeaways: Stressors ha