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If you are overwhelmed with the college-bound journey, confused by how much things have changed, or frustrated by having more questions than answers, then College and Career Clarity is the compass you need, when you need it most. Weekly episodes with Lisa Marker-Robbins and her guests provide families with strategic guidance to resource your student to make informed choices that align with their passions, purpose, and potential future. You’ll be informed to be able to have intentional & productive family conversations grounded in guidance and broken into actionable steps to move from overwhelmed and confused to motivated, clear, and confident about your teen’s future.

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22 Apr 2025
#171 Behind the Scenes: What Makes a College Application Fall Flat with Amanda Leszczuk

In this episode, Lisa and Amanda discuss: A holistic admissions review that looks beyond grades and test scores Writing authentic, personal essays that reflect a student’s true identity Strategically crafting supplemental essays to show university fit and motivation Preparing for campus visits to gather insights for stronger applications Key Takeaways:  Application readers carefully evaluate every…

24 Oct 2023
#093 The Homeschoolers Guide to Standardized Testing: AP, PSAT, ACT, SAT, and CLT with Leia LeMaster Horton

In this episode, Lisa and Leia discuss: Ways your homeschooler…

17 Oct 2023
#092 Who Community Colleges & Regional Campuses are Especially Good For with Stephanie Duguid

In this episode, Lisa and Stephanie discuss: Reasons your student…

10 Oct 2023
#091 How ROTC Programs Train Future Officers & Help Pay For College with Lisa Rielage

In this episode, Lisa and Lisa discuss: Why your student…

03 Oct 2023
#090 Should my teen take the Online ACT? with Adam Snoza

In this episode, Lisa and Adam discuss: The upcoming rollout…

26 Sep 2023
#089 How the CSS Profile Could Impact What You Pay for College with Beatrice Schultz

In this episode, Lisa and Beatrice discuss: How the CSS…

19 Sep 2023
#088 Executive Function Skills for College Success with Lauran Kerr-Heraly

In this episode, Lisa and Lauran discuss: The 4 (surprising)…