Don't Force It: How to Get into College without Losing Yourself in the Process
For all the stressed-out parents trying to help their teenagers navigate the complicated world of college admissions.
Each episode offers insightful and in-depth conversations with admissions experts and professional educators with practical advice for getting through the process without losing sight of yourself, your kid, or your sanity.
From building a strong academic and extracurricular profile, developing the college list, managing standardized tests, to crafting the perfect essay, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned high school parent or a first-timer, join us for candid conversations and expert guidance on making it to, through, and beyond college.
Podcasting since 2023 • 84 episodes
Don't Force It: How to Get into College without Losing Yourself in the Process
Latest Episodes
All the Questions about Extracurriculars
How many extracurriculars are enough? Does my teen need to be a star athlete or a club president to stand out? What do colleges actually care about? In today’s webinar, Emmaline and I tackle these burning questions and more. We break d...
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More Testing Changes?! Decoding What Colleges Want in 2025
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a replay of a recent webinar on test prep. I break down key updates to the SAT and ACT, including the ACT’s shift to digital and its new optional science section coming in April 2025. I also discuss test-optional...
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Anjalee Galion, MD: The Importance of Sleep for Teens
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Anjalee Galion, a pediatric neurologist and sleep medicine specialist, who shares her inspiring educational journey and her insights about the importance of sleep for teenagers. We talk about the crucial ...
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Live Coaching: Anxiety about the ACT
In today’s episode, I sit down with one of Signet’s admissions consultants, Brittney, and her cousin, a high school junior, to explore practical strategies for moving through her anxiety about the ACT and actually getting started with preparing...
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How to Help Middle Schoolers Prepare for High School and the College Process
In today’s episode, I share how middle schoolers can build strong academic and life skills to set themselves up for success—without rushing into college prep. From reading and executive function to healthy habits and mentorship, I’ll walk throu...
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