Flourish Coaching

This episode features a special replay of a live teaching by scholarship strategist Dave Peterson, shared with permission because of the valuable insights it offers.  Career exploration can help young people choose a direction while building the experiences, skills, and personal stories that strengthen college and scholarship applications. In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins and Dave […]

The way adults talk about work can shape what young people believe is possible for their own futures, even when no career advice is being given. In this solo episode, master career coach Lisa Marker-Robbins examines common messages adults unintentionally pass down about work and career success, and shares practical ways to make everyday conversations

Career planning can feel overwhelming when young people think they must figure out their entire future before taking the first step.  For this milestone 250th episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins reframes career planning as an ongoing process of discovery, intentional choices, and continued development, helping young people and their parents focus on progress without expecting every decision

The truth is, a college degree, extra certification, or an impressive list of activities may no longer be enough to get employers to notice a young person.  In this episode of College & Career Clarity, Lisa Marker-Robbins shares insights from her work with teens, college students, and young adults to explain what employers are looking

An internship can offer much more than a line on a resume. Lisa Marker-Robbins and Dr. Julia Lapan from the University of Virginia explore how internships help young people build career direction, practical skills, professional connections, and a clearer sense of what they can contribute. They also offer practical advice on the internship search and