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08/21/2026

Stop making the same mistakes other parents are making!

Just because you tell your teen to get their applications done, doesn’t mean it’s happening.

Secretly, they are overwhelmed, don’t know how to start, and don’t feel like they can ask for help.

Your kid is super smart and capable—they just lack that frontal lobe executive functioning to figure out a successful path forward (it’s not their fault!).

Instead, ask open ended questions that lead them to solutions:
❓Have you started to thinking about applying to college? What is coming up for you?
❓What do you feel like is a good plan to get your applications completed and submitted?
❓Do you know of any resources/people you can talk to for support?
❓Would it be helpful if I ?

Comment “I’m Ready”, and let’s talk about how we can partner together to get your teen started on applying to college!

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08/20/2026

Back-to-school is an emotional rollercoaster, that de-rails many parents from keeping their child focused on the long-term goal.

I’ve seen tons of great reels that show a child’s back-to-school picture all the way up to this year…their Senior Year!

It’s a challenge to manage the “where did the time go” with “I’m proud of their independence” with “Oh 💩, college apps are due soon”.

Emotions are great at clouding our judgement and reasoning. Please don’t ignore your emotions. Also, please don’t let your emotions distract from the goal:

Going to college!

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and let’s talk about how to get your teen on track to get their applications done and submitted!

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08/18/2026

With the school year in full swing, here the the 3 tasks your 12th grader needs to complete this week to stay on track with college applications:

✅ Create their common app account
✅ Meet with their school counselor to go over the school’s process
✅ Start research colleges

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and let’s talk about how to get your teen motivated to start their applications TODAY!

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08/17/2026

✅ New clothes
✅ Locker organizer
✅ School supplies
✅ Back-to-school pictures
❓Starting college applications

The first day of 12th grade is an emotional time for kids and parents alike. Don’t let the emotion of the moment distract you from keeping your teen focused on the long-term goal.

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and let’s talk about how you can use this moment as the perfect starting point.

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08/14/2026

TBH this has been one of my family’s busiest summers yet.

We lived on softball and baseball fields all summer, and somehow managed to squeeze in our annual family trip. I imagine it’s the same for you: squeezing every last second out of the last few days of summer.

With August 17th coming quickly, you still have time to take advantage of what’s left of the summer to jumpstart your teen’s college application process!

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and I will send you a Getting Started To-Do List. So as you are getting organized for the first day, you can also get yourselves organized for college applications!

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Applying to college is about finding schools that will support your teen’s goals, aspirations, and needs.The struggle fo...
08/13/2026

Applying to college is about finding schools that will support your teen’s goals, aspirations, and needs.

The struggle for parents is figuring out how to define “fit”, and that’s one of the problems I will solve for you.

Comment “I’m Ready”, and let’s talk about how I will help your child find schools that are the best for THEM!

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08/10/2026

Technology is a tool, not a solution.

Like any tool, it’s only as useful as the person wielding it.

Do I use tech to help students through their college admission experience? Of Course…

…but the tech comes after learning as much as I can about your child’s goals, strengths, weaknesses, needs, aspirations, personality, and so on.

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and let’s talk through how I can support your teen in applying to schools that will help them achieve their full potential!

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08/09/2026

You are succumbing to fear.

Too many parents have contacted me in October, finally realizing:

😖 I should’ve started sooner
😖 I should’ve asked for help earlier
😖 I don’t know where to start
😖 The internet has TONS of information, but I’m still confused
😖 If I can’t figure out the college admission process, how’s my kid supposed to figure it out?

By then it’s too late.

🛑 Stop letting fear prevent you from doing what you do best as a parent: support your child!

When you tell your child that contacted me, will they:

🙄 roll their eyes,
😫 scoff, and
🤬 push back

YUP!

As a parent you know that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it anyway. Often, that’s an indication that your support and guidance is needed EVEN more!

Comment “I’m Ready” below, and I will send you my Getting Started To-Do List. From there, we can talk about how I act as a guide for you and your child through the process—helping you step-by-step so deadlines aren’t missed, frustrations are lessened, and anxieties are relieved!

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08/03/2026

…you’re getting much, much more!

Parents think that when they hire a college consultant (IEC), they are getting deliverables:

📥 College list
📥 College essay(s)
📥 Test prep
📥 Extracurricular resume
📥 Advice with niche situations

When in truth you’re getting that AND:

🤗 Not having to nag your child
🤗 Fewer arguments with your teen
🤗 Space to provide meaningful advice to your student
🤗 Laughter and joy at meal times
🤗 Less pressure
🤗 And sooooo much more!

If that’s the college application experience you want, comment “I’m Ready” below and I’ll explain how I do it!

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08/02/2026

If you’re looking to gain perspective on the college admission experience, comment “I’m Ready” below.

Just because you take a free consult call with a college consultant (IEC), doesn’t mean you’re locked into a contract.

Those initial chats are about getting to know one another and see if you’re a good fit for one another.

The unintended benefit for you, is that you may feel better and get the perspective you need.

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