Podcast

If you're feeling overwhelmed by your young person's next steps—or unsure how to help them choose a college major or career path—you're not alone. The College & Career Clarity podcast equips you with expert insight and practical strategies to support your 15–25-year-old with confidence.

Each weekly episode with Lisa Marker-Robbins and her guests offers actionable takeaways to spark meaningful conversations and help your family move from confusion to clarity—one step at a time.

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09 Jun 2026
#230 Stop Trying to Impress Colleges: What Admissions Really Want with Susan Knoppow

What if the biggest mistake in college admissions is trying to impress colleges instead of helping them understand who you are? In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins sits down with Susan Knoppow to discuss what admissions officers are actually looking for, why applicants often miss the point of essay prompts, and how a strong process leads…

09 Jun 2026
#230 Stop Trying to Impress Colleges: What Admissions Really Want with Susan Knoppow

What if the biggest mistake in college admissions is trying…

02 Jun 2026
#229 The Summer Mistake That Leaves Families Panicked by Labor Day

What if the biggest summer mistake isn’t doing too much,…

26 May 2026
#228 Why Capable Kids End Up Stuck in Miserable Jobs

What if the biggest challenge facing young adults isn’t a…

19 May 2026
#227 3 Ways Well-Meaning Parents Hurt Independence (Without Realizing It)

What if the biggest obstacle to a young adult’s independence…

12 May 2026
#226 What Your “On Track” Child Might Be Missing

What if students who seem “on track” are actually headed…

05 May 2026
#225 The Real Deadline for Choosing a College Major (What Families Often Miss)

What if the real college major deadline isn’t when applications…