Flourish Coaching

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

Taking a risk does not have to mean jumping in blindly, especially when the stakes feel high for a young person. In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins and Matthew Confer explore how young people can think through uncertainty, prepare for setbacks, and take action before they feel fully confident. Lisa and Matthew discuss: Why capable young

Capable young people can know what to do and still struggle to act when the stakes get higher.  In this episode of College & Career Clarity, Lisa Marker-Robbins explores why agency does not automatically develop with age and why professional risk-taking can feel difficult for some young adults. She also shares how parents can give

A liberal arts degree can provide broad academic freedom, but that freedom can leave students without the career structure employers expect after graduation. In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins examines the gap between academic exploration and career development, especially among liberal arts graduates who leave college with strong grades and academic accomplishments but struggle to get

A young person can be highly capable and still struggle with things that seem like they should come easily. Lisa Marker-Robbins talks with Mark Talaga about giftedness, hidden challenges, self-awareness, and the skills young people need for greater independence. In this episode, Lisa and Mark discuss: Giftedness beyond academics and exceptional ability in different areas