Flourish Coaching

What if the biggest predictor of your child’s future success isn’t their grades, college, or intelligence, but how well they truly understand themselves? In this solo episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins explores this counterintuitive idea, revealing that deep self-awareness is the foundation for long-term success. She unpacks what self-awareness actually looks like in real life and why […]

In this episode, Lisa and President Hernandez discuss: Early career integration in college education Embedding real employer projects and simulations directly into classroom learning Reimagining traditional general education with interdisciplinary, skills-based studio work Combining structured pathways with built-in flexibility Key Takeaways:  Starting in a career-focused major from day one allows students to gain relevant skills

There are more than 23,000 career credentials available today—so how do you know which ones are worth pursuing? In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins breaks down how families and young professionals can cut through the noise using the Credential Value Index, a data tool created by the Burning Glass Institute that analyzes thousands of certifications across

In this episode, Lisa and Dr. Sajita discuss: Digital well-being in an increasingly screen-based and AI-driven world The benefits and risks of artificial intelligence and digital tools for young people’s learning and development. Parenting strategies for guiding children and teens toward healthier technology habits Privacy, safety, and behavioral risks within the modern digital ecosystem and

In this continuation of her series unpacking common phrases we say to young people about careers, Lisa Marker-Robbins tackles the well-known advice, “Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.” She explains how this inspirational soundbite, while poetic, creates unrealistic expectations about what work should feel like.  Drawing on