College and Career Clarity

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 some point. It should not be a hush-hush topic. Transferring is not shameful. 
• Planning to start at a community college should not be stigmatized. Amazing community colleges exist, and their successful graduates do amazing things in our communities. 
• If your student’s only reasons for transferring are social, consider other options within their current school first. Transferring will not usually solve the problem, but changing roommates or joining clubs might. 
• When applying to school, your student is not looking for a school they can get into; they are also looking for a school they can graduate from with a degree—that’s the ultimate goal. 
• Reach out to admissions offices and transfer specialists. Your student should ask questions and do their research. 

 
“If you have a student who's not really sure what they want to study, it is much cheaper to explore different options and different kinds of majors at a community college than it is to go all in at a four-year university on a major you're not sure about and then have to pivot later.” – Jaime Smith

About Jaime Smith: Jaime Smith, M.A., MS.Ed., is a Certified Educational Planner with 25 years of experience in the field of education. After many years of teaching English at the middle, high school, and college levels, Jaime turned to online education and founded a virtual K-12 supplementary education program, OnlineG3.com, where she continues to teach gifted and twice-exceptional homeschooled students. As a college advisor, Jaime specializes in transfer admissions, application essays, homeschoolers, neurodiverse learners, and other non-traditional applicants. In 2023, she completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Transfer Leadership and Practice at the University of North Georgia in collaboration with the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students, and is a fervent advocate for transfer support. She blogs about transfer credit and admissions at https://www.transfersavvy.com and is working on her first book, a guide to college transfer, due to be published in the fall of 2025.

Episode References:
#119 How to Change Your College Major Successfully with Kaci Kortis
Transfer Savvy Resources: https://transfersavvy.com/transfer_statistics/ 

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Connect with Jaime:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/transfersavvy 
Website: https://transfersavvy.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-smith-cep/ 
Email: [email protected] 

Connect with Lisa:
Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/
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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 as newspaper headlines. 
• The importance of doing an extracurricular audit for your teen. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Your student does not need to have 10 separate activities. Admissions counselors understand certain activities, such as sports, take more time than others. They will want to show leadership, not just time-filling activities. 
• Your teen does not need to have played a sport to be a compelling candidate on their application. 
• Understanding the categories on the Common App for the activities. This will help your student see that they’ve done more than they often think they have.
• No activity is worthless if your teen learned something. But not every activity needs to be continued if it doesn’t resonate, doesn’t lead to your student’s future career, or they don’t enjoy it. 
• Leadership is a lifelong pursuit, not just during your student’s high school career. 

 

“When we look at those activities, we want to show and not tell. We want to know that 10 doesn't mean 10, and we want to be able to just account for what we did in our free time.” – Lee Norwood



About Lee Norwood: Lee Norwood is a dedicated professional committed to helping students successfully navigate the college admissions process  As the owner of AnnapolisCollegeconsulting.com and the founder of collegesharks.com, Lee brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her award-winning consulting practice. 
Lee Norwood is a trusted partner for families seeking guidance on the college admissions journey, and she is committed to helping students find their authentic voices and identify growth opportunities that align with their passions. as they pursue their higher education goals.

Episode References:

Lee’s Leadership Video: https://flourishcoachingco.com/leadership
Leveling the Playing Field: https://www.levelingtheplayingfield.org/ 
Common App: https://commonapp.org/ 


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Connect with Lee:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegesharks 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/collegesharks 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnapolisCollegeConsulting/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annapoliscollegeconsulting/ 

Website: https://annapoliscollegeconsulting.com/ 

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesharks 

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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 about their essay topic.

Key Takeaways: 

• Your teen is unique and has the opportunity to write about those things that matter to them, even if they have not had a lot of hardship in their life. 
• If overcoming a hardship or challenge is part of your teen’s identity, it may be the right thing to write about. This will not be the case for every student.
• Your student’s essay should be very clear about who they are. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but it does need to be understandable. 
• Kids have a lot of great stories, but they want to ensure they tell the right stories that share their strengths and portray them correctly. Not every great story is a great story for what colleges want to know.
• The four questions your student should consider are: what motivates you, what are you thinking about, how do you interact with others, and how do you solve problems? 
• Your student’s essay should be easy to write. Find a topic that is easy for them to write about and if it isn’t easy, it may not be the right topic. 

 

“They don't want to see something that's too polished, and if they see something too polished, they're going to put it aside. You write your story and it will come through. And that's really powerful.” – Stefanie Forman



About Lisa Bleich: Lisa Bleich is the Founder and CEO of College Bound Mentor, LLC and the author of Surviving the College Application Process: Case Studies To Help You Find Your Unique Angle For Success She cohosts the College Bound Mentor podcast. She mentors students from all over the world on the college application process, graduate school and careers helping them uncover their strengths and develop a personal plan for success. Lisa holds a BA in European Cultural Studies with French minor from Brandeis University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. She lives in New Jersey with her husband.  Her three daughters have all successfully survived the college application process and beyond!



Episode References:

Johns Hopkins Essays that Worked: https://apply.jhu.edu/college-planning-guide/essays-that-worked/ 
#084 How to Write the “Why this Major” College Essay with Lisa Marker Robbins


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Website: https://collegeboundmentor.com/ 

Email: [email protected] 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeBoundMentor 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/collegeboundmentor/ 

Podcast: https://collegeboundmentor.com/category/podcast/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqLGZJznS73b9oh3NAVPd7Q 

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Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

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 happen to your teen every single day. Helping them through these nuisance stressors will help them build the resilience to handle any stressor.
• As a child’s arousal to the stressor increases, the parent tunes in to the child to connect with them in what they need. Over time, your child will learn to manage that stress on their own because they know they are not alone. 
• Holding healthy boundaries helps your children build resilience. Boundaries can come from a gentle place of care and communication and aren’t harmful. Children need their parents to make the hard decisions and hold those boundaries.
• Building resilience in your child begins with you. 

 
“It’s so important that parents be forgiving of themselves because it is in this relationship that our teens learn how to succeed, however, you want to define success, and resilience is part of that success.” – Dr. Tovah Klein

About Dr. Tovah Klein: Tovah P. Klein, Ph.D. is a psychology professor at Barnard College, Columbia University; Director of the Center for Toddler Development; and author of Raising Resilience: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Times of Uncertainty and How Toddlers Thrive: What Parents Can Do Today for Children Ages 2-5 to Plant the Seeds of Lifelong Success. In her roles as a researcher and professor and in direct care with parents and children for over thirty years, Klein has helped to define what every child needs to thrive, regardless of their life situations. Working worldwide with programs addressing the needs of children, she is highly sought after as a developmental expert on a range of timely topics and an advisor to children’s media and organizations, including National Geographic Kids, AppleTV+, The Children’s Museum of Manhattan, the Hunts Point Alliance for Children, Room to Grow, and Ubuntu Pathways South Africa.

Episode References:
#040 Building Motivation & Stress Tolerance for Happy Teens with Ned Johnson https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/040-building-motivation-stress-tolerance-for-happy-teens/ 

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Connect with Tovah:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tovahklein 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/howtoddlersthrive 
Website: https://www.tovahklein.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tovah-klein 

Preorder her latest book, releasing 09/03/2024, at: https://www.tovahklein.com/books 

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In this episode, Lisa and Mollie discuss:

• The biggest uncertainties students and parents have around theater and other performing arts majors. 
• The distinction between getting a BA or a BFA while in school and beyond. 
• Practical skills that students learn when majoring in theater.
• Starting early in the admissions process for theater and performing arts majors. 
• The monetary investments required to best prepare for performing arts majors.

Key Takeaways: 

• BA majors are liberal arts majors that work similarly to any other BA, like history or English, and are great for students who want a traditional college experience. 
• When students are still deciding which path to take, they should consider their desired college experience. 
• Many campuses have a student-run theater that your student can get involved with even if they aren’t a theater major. It will require some sleuthing to know what is available at each college or university. 
• Visiting campus is vitally important for theater majors and performance arts majors. Your student will want to meet the faculty and start building those connections even before they’re on campus as a student. 
• Musical theater is more competitive and rare as a major than other theater majors. Its admissions rate is about 2%. 

 
“Knowing that you're a good fit with the program and with the faculty is really, really invaluable, especially when it comes around to the audition process.” – Mollie Reznick

About Mollie Reznick: Mollie began her career as a college counselor nearly 15 years ago when she joined her mother’s successful consulting practice. She then worked and volunteered at several different New York City schools and non-profit organizations, helping some of the city’s most underserved students with the college process, before finding her way to Collegewise in 2022. While she enjoys working with a broad array of students, as a former theatre major, Mollie has a soft spot for working with aspiring theatre majors (and those interested in the visual and performing arts).

Episode References:
131 Exploring Liberal Arts Colleges: Benefits and Fit with Anne Ingersoll https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/131-exploring-liberal-arts-colleges-benefits-and-fit-with-anne-ingersoll/ 
130 Pathway to Becoming a Pilot: Admissions and Career Insights with Penny Linsenmayer https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/130-pathway-to-becoming-a-pilot-admissions-and-career-insights-with-penny-linsenmayer/ 

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Connect with Mollie:
Website: https://collegewise.com/ 
Email: [email protected] 

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Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingco
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

In this episode, Lisa and Johnny discuss:

• The pressures students are under from all directions. 
• How parents can recognize when their students are struggling and how to help them.
• Culturally immersive programs and how they can burst the bubble students are living in.
• Creating change with important life experiences for your student.
• Learning valuable life skills during transformational experiences. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Students are pressured from all directions by family, peers, society, culture, teachers, and more. Many students don’t know that they can go down alternate paths than those they feel prescribed for them. 
• Struggles will be unique to each student and will look different for each of those students. 
• Travel can provide your student with a break from the turmoil of everyday life, allowing them to figure out who they are and what matters most to them.
• There are more opportunities than people realize, and life is a marathon, not a sprint. Cultural experiences allow students to see some of the opportunities that they may not have known about otherwise.
• Being college-capable and being college-ready are two different things. 

 

“Exposing our young folks, especially those who don't have a lot of world experience, to art, history, music, food, community, language, all of those things, is medicine for the soul.” – Johnny Tock



About Johnny Tock: Johnny is a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years experience working within a variety of therapeutic environments for teens and young adults. His experience includes: a treatment program specifically focused on internet and video game addiction, a therapeutic boarding school, group homes, a wilderness program, community mental health facilities, and a high school directly affected by trauma. Through individual, group, and family therapy, he helped guide his student’s experiences in an effective way that elicited substantial growth and identity development.



Johnny strongly believes that relationship-building and connection are the most important part of creating change and growth. His passion and strength can be seen in his relationships with students, colleagues, and referring professionals through heightened communication, follow-through, and positivity. 



Episode References:

#013 The Many Advantages of a Gap Year https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/13-the-many-advantages-of-a-gap-year/
#062 Gap Year: Is it a better freshmen start? https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/podcast/062-gap-year-is-it-a-better-freshmen-start/ 
Dots Excercise: flourishcoachingco.com/dots


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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spain_abroad/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExperienceSpainAbroad 

Website: https://www.spainabroad.com/ 

Email: [email protected] 

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In this episode, Lisa and Matthew discuss:

• Common misconceptions regarding the cost and accessibility of private colleges. 
• Advantages of private colleges many do not know about. 
• How to understand and evaluate a college’s mission and values. 
• Recognizing financial aid opportunities and understanding the true costs and benefits of private colleges. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Even if a school is faith-based, that does not mean every student is part of that religion. Students grow, and the best conversations are had when hard questions are asked. 
• Look at the About Page of colleges and universities. What they say and don’t say will tell you a lot about that institution’s priorities, values, and mission. 
• Your student should get their feet on campus before they enroll. While virtual resources are great, visiting should be a priority before enrolling. 
• Very few families will pay the full price of tuition at private schools. 
• Many of the smaller, private institutions operate like a village where there are activities throughout the day that lead to deeper relationships and community involvement that may not be available at larger universities.

 
“Private institutions typically will be more focused on mission and have a values orientation to the work that they do that ties in the curriculum, but also the structures of the institution. It's important for students and families to explore what an institution is about.” – Dr. Matthew Ward

About Dr. Matthew Ward: Matthew Ward, Ph.D., Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success is responsible for strategic enrollment management and student success at California Lutheran University. Ward leads a division of more than 180 employees including the offices of admission, academic services, financial aid, athletics, analytics, and marketing. Involved in several national organizations related to enrollment management, marketing, and Hispanic higher education, he has authored papers and chapters and provided thought leadership on enrollment strategy, marketing higher education, building campus diversity and equity, and becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). 

Ward teaches “Policy Development and Political Influences in Education” and “Administration in Higher Education” for the Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership program at Cal Lutheran. 

A former visiting scholar at Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas (Center for Economic Research and Teaching) in Mexico City, he earned a master’s degree and a doctorate in International Studies from the University of Miami. 

Episode References:
#111 Mythbusting In-State v. Out-of-State Universities with Cristiana Quinn
#115 Making the Final College Decision with Marni Levine

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Connect with Matthew:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-ward-75a10b/ 

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In this episode, Lisa and Jessica discuss:

• The three types of college support services for neurodiverse students.
• Recognizing what support services your student used in high school including invisible supports they may need to be successful.
• How to assess the quality of disability services at colleges.
• Preparing your neurodiverse teen for independence and self-advocacy.

Key Takeaways: 

• Learning differences, from dyscalculia to autism to ADHD and so many more, are on a wide spectrum, and each student has different needs. You will want to identify what was most important for your student’s success. 
• The invisible support structures are those not on an IEP. They may look like medication support, parent monitoring of school work, or even waking your student in the morning.
• It is a team approach to support your student in high school with written and invisible structures. It should also be a team approach to understanding what is key to your student’s success going into college.
• By ADA regulations, all colleges that receive federal financial aid must provide basic support. But if your student needs more coordinated or structured support, you will want to seek that out during the college search process.
• The admissions office does not speak with the accessibility office - you and your student should speak to those support offices directly.

 
“You have to understand that that IEP does not go to college, so it will not look the same. High schools have to ensure success. Colleges only have to ensure access.” – Jessica Nelson

About Jessica Nelson: Although Jessica didn’t initially set out to work in college admissions after earning her B.A. in Speech Communications from Miami University (OH) and M.A. in Interpersonal Communication from the University of Iowa, a temporary position as an admissions counselor at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL, turned into a career spanning over 16 years in college admissions and college counseling, including a stint as an application reader at Georgia Tech.

Over the years, Jessica has become a trusted expert working with students with learning differences and helping them find colleges where they can thrive. 

Jessica is currently a college counselor with Collegewise, one of the largest private counseling companies in the United States. Collegewise’s 70 admissions experts help students identify the best possible school they can flourish in while also bringing a sense of calm and joy to the college application process. When not working with students, Jessica lives in southern Vermont with her spouse, two kids, two cats, and a flock of backyard chickens.

Episode References:
Resource Library: https://collegewise.com/resources 
Wiser Notes: The Collegewise Blog: https://go.collegewise.com/ 
Upcoming Collegewise Webinars & Seminars: https://collegewise.com/seminars 
#47 The Neurodivergent College-Bound Journey with Eric Endlich

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Website: collegewise.com/ 

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In this episode, Lisa and Jyoti discuss:

• Strategies for applying to Computer Science Majors and related STEM majors.
• STEM majors that are alternatives to computer science that may be a better fit for your teen. 
• The importance of demonstrating intellectual curiosity, problem-solving skills, and community impact in college applications.
• The differences between Mathophile, Discoveror, Innovator, and Implementor in their career

Key Takeaways: 

• Most students who say they want to major in computer science do not understand what the major actually entails. 
• For STEM fields, admissions officers are looking for intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills. Passion projects can help your student to demonstrate this during their admissions process. 
• When applying to Computer Science, those students who are looking at CS in interdisciplinary ways, such as within the fields of finance or health care, stand out from other applicants.
• The engineering technology curriculum has a hands-on component, and the math level is lower than that of an engineering curriculum. 

 
“For STEM fields - engineering fields, computer science - the admissions officers looking for that intellectual curiosity and those problem-solving skills. I would say a student needs to really start exploring early on and look for those interdisciplinary research projects are based on their interests.” – Jyoti Jain

About Jyoti Jain: Jyoti has a Master’s in Chemistry from Baylor University and an MBA in Hospitality and Marketing from Golden Gate University. She is an active member of Western Association of College Admissions Counseling (WACAC) and professional member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA). 

She found her passion for college counseling while helping her own child through the college admissions process and decided to pursue a certificate in Career Planning and College Counseling from UC Berkeley Extension. Through extensive research and college visits, Jyoti has developed a deep understanding of a college's culture, educational philosophy, and academic programs specializing in STEM, Business, and Premed tracks. She believes that college is all about fit and is excited about working with students to find their best match.

Episode References:
#057 College Admission by Major with Andy Borst
#027 Differences between Engineering & Engineering Technology Majors & Jobs
#125 Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins
#127 Showcasing Your Teen’s Character & Curiosity to Colleges with Liz Krider
College Wise STEM Guide: https://go.collegewise.com/stem-guide 
USC Viterbi Grand Challenges: https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/challenges/ 

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Connect with Jyoti:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jyoticollegeconsultant 
Website: https://jaincollegeconsulting.com/ 

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In this episode, Lisa and Anne discuss:

• The benefits of liberal arts colleges and how to determine if they might be a good fit for your teen. 
• How liberal arts colleges differ from larger research universities.
• Misconceptions about liberal arts colleges.
• Helping your teen understand their learning style to determine the right type of school for them. 

Key Takeaways: 

• There are considerably more small liberal arts colleges in the US than there are big research universities. 
• Many families rule out liberal arts colleges because they haven’t heard of them. But until a student steps foot on the campus and has clarity about their college major, it is hard to know if it will be a great fit. 
• Don’t rule out liberal arts colleges until you have more information. There are opportunities available at smaller institutions that aren’t available at larger schools.
• Visiting colleges and universities of various sizes, even if it isn’t the schools your teen is considering, can help them understand more about the type of school they are looking for. 
•  

“There are a lot of really great opportunities at liberal arts colleges; we just have to take that next step to do a little bit more investigation and, hopefully, set foot on a campus or two before you completely rule them out.” – Anne Ingersoll



About Anne Ingersoll: I am passionate about helping high school students and their families peacefully and successfully navigate the complex world of college admissions. This process is filled with much anxiety (and a touch of ego) but my goal is to remove that anxiety and focus on what's best for the student.
I began my college consulting work in 2001 at a private firm in Louisville, Kentucky, where I spent over four years as an independent college counselor. 
Originally from Mishawaka, Indiana, I attended Butler University, earning a degree in Telecommunication Arts with a concentration in Japanese and Secondary Education. I earned my Masters in Education in 2009 from the University of St. Mary (KS). I have attended annual NACAC conferences and have served on the leadership team for GPACAC (Great Plains Association of College Admission Counseling).

Episode References:

098 How Your Teen Can Benefit from an Honors College with Sylvia Borgo
086 Advice for High School Athletes About Playing in College with Dave Morris
022 The College Bound Student Athlete Process
115 Making the Final College Decision with Marni Levine


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Connect with Anne:

Instagram: instagram.com/collegeboundassociatesllc 

Facebook: facebook.com/CollegeBoundAssociates 

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anne-ingersoll-94618334 

Website: collegeboundassociates.com 

Email: [email protected] 

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