

Don't Force It: How to Get into College without Losing Yourself in the Process
Sheila Akbar, PhD
For all the stressed-out parents trying to help their teenagers navigate the complicated world of college admissions. Each episode offers insightful and in-depth conversations with admissions experts and professional educators with practical advice for getting through the process without losing sight of yourself, your kid, or your sanity. From building a strong academic and extracurricular profile, developing the college list, managing standardized tests, to crafting the perfect essay, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned high school parent or a first-timer, join us for candid conversations and expert guidance on making it to, through, and beyond college.
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Mar 24, 2023 • 27min
Liz Mazzola: How to Achieve an Academic Turnaround
Liz Mazzola, a test prep tutor and coach, shares her strategies in helping students with test anxiety and mentoring them to take ownership of their education. She discusses coaching at Signet, addressing executive function challenges and using mindfulness challenges to tackle frustration. Liz emphasizes the importance of mental health support for adolescent girls and the importance of mentorship and co-creating coaching agendas. The podcast also discusses the transformation in a student's relationship with math and their improved academic performance.