Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Unbreakable Mompreneurs Podcast! Today’s conversation is a must-listen for every mom (and dad!) navigating the overwhelming world of college admissions. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Where do I even start with college prep? Scholarships? Test scores? Applications?!” — you’re not alone. My guest today, Sara Bavar, co-founder of Briddg, is here to demystify the process and give us a new way to help our kids succeed beyond traditional metrics.

Sara is on a mission to bridge the inequality gap in college admissions. Through her innovative platform, Briddg (spelled B-R-I-D-D-G), Sara helps students build digital portfolios that showcase who they really are — beyond their GPA and test scores. Whether your child is a straight-A student or struggles with test anxiety, Briddg helps them tell their unique story. Think of it as a LinkedIn for students, where they can highlight passions, talents, and accomplishments that typical applications overlook.

In this episode, we dive deep into:
✨ Why the college admissions process today is tougher and more competitive than ever before — with schools like UCLA receiving over 146,000 freshman applications.
✨ How Briddg helps students stand out in a sea of applicants by highlighting their real strengths — from leadership skills to creative projects — even if they don’t have perfect test scores.
✨ The difference between AP, honors, and concurrent enrollment classes—and how to strategically choose what’s right for your child.
✨ How parents can support kids with test anxiety and help them find alternative pathways to success.
✨ The power of applying for micro-scholarships and why most students miss out on free money simply because they don’t apply.
✨ Sara’s personal journey as a mompreneur, balancing business ownership, family life, and launching a mission-driven company from scratch.

As a parent who’s walked this road, I resonated deeply with Sara’s story. We talk candidly about our own kids’ journeys, the pressures students face today, and the importance of trusting your gut as a parent. Sara reminds us that no one knows your child better than you, and sometimes the best advice is to block out the noise and listen to your own instincts.

💡 If you have a child in middle school or high school, it’s never too early (or too late) to start preparing. Briddg works with students as early as 9th grade to help them build a strong, authentic story by the time they’re applying to colleges.

➡️ Learn more about Briddg at www.briddg.com or connect with Sara Bavar on LinkedIn to see how she’s helping families navigate this important stage.

🙏 Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode with a friend who has college-bound kids. Together, we can help our children pursue their dreams with confidence and clarity.

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