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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…

30 Aug 2022
#033 Your College List: Majors & Careers

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY College truly is an investment, often…

23 Aug 2022
#032 Your College List: Financial Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Before you head into what is…

16 Aug 2022
#031 Your College List: Social Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY My guest today is Grace Yi,…

09 Aug 2022
#030 Your College List: Academic Fit

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY The Four Pillars of Building a…

02 Aug 2022
#029 Decision Coaching Tips for College Bound Families

Show Notes EPISODE SUMMARY Today, we’re kicking off our August…

26 Jul 2022
#028 What extracurriculars should your teen pursue?

Episode Summary Time is you and your teen’s most valuable…