Ep. 83 // Navigating Applications For Regular Decision Confused To College Ready Podcast: Unlocking The Secrets To Your College Search podcast

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Sophomores and juniors who recently took the PSAT/NMSQT exam likely just received their scores. Today, we will talk about what the exam is, who is eligible to take it, why it is helpful to take the test, score reports, and how those scores will help you prepare for the SAT! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into a college-ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

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Ep. 83 // Navigating Applications for Regular Decision 14:31

28 weeks ago14:31

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If you're like some of the students I work with, they wonder if they are too late to apply to colleges now that many early application and early decision deadlines have passed. The good news is it's not too late at all! Learn how to be confident in your student's application and some tips and tricks! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into a college-ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 82 // Choosing a Major and Career 15:47

30 weeks ago15:47

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Choosing a major and career can feel overwhelming! Learn more about helpful hints and strategies to help your student explore their interests, identify potential majors, and if they can change majors once they get to college! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into a college-ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 81 // Building A Balanced College List 18:32

31 weeks ago18:32

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Choosing where to attend college is exciting -- and sometimes overwhelming! How do you build a balanced list of colleges to apply to? Let's talk about the different factors to include as you look at colleges and feeling confident in your next steps! This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into a college-ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 80 // Navigating the Roadmap to College 19:31

34 weeks ago19:31

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Preparing for college can feel daunting. Today, we are discussing what your student can focus on each year of high school to help them be set up for success as they navigate the roadmap to college. This show is for confused college applicants and their families to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into a college-ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 79 // From Fears and Overwhelm to Success in the College Application Process 15:28

35 weeks ago15:28

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The college application process can feel overwhelming and there can be a lot of fears that happen with it! Today we are talking about those fears, how to navigate the overwhelm, and tips for success in the college application process! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 78 // College Application Platforms and Tips 18:58

35 weeks ago18:58

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The Common Application. The Coalition Application. Applying Directly to a College. What are the differences in these? Which one should we pick? Learn about the similarities and differences in each application and tips for the different application parts! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 77 // Key Considerations to Find a College for Me ... or My Student 15:54

1 year ago15:54

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How do I find a college for me? Is there a right college for my student? How many colleges should be on my list? If you have asked one of these questions or similar questions, this episode is for you! Today we are going to talk about the key considerations in your student’s college search. Links from the Episode: https://www.nacacnet.org/nacac-college-fairs/ https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search/filters https://www.collegefairguide.com/ https://www.collegexpress.com/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

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Ep. 76 // Talking with Admission Offices: An Interview Tip Guide 16:40

1 year ago16:40

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Conversations with admission offices are a large part of the college search, whether you are talking with admissions representatives about questions you have in your first interactions with the college, or if you are getting ready for an alumni interview. This is your student’s chance to make a great first impression! This interview tip guide will make sure your student is confident as they approach this exciting time of their lives! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 75 // Your Options for College: Kickstart Your Search 15:31

1 year ago15:31

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Knowing about your options for college can seem daunting at first! If you're like many of the families I work with you may have asked yourself one of these questions. How do I choose a college? What are the right schools? How do I get started with the search? When should I start visiting colleges? Where can I find the best college search tools? Even if you aren’t sure what to do, take a deep breath, and know that these steps will help you kickstart your college search and make some choices about your college selection. This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 74 // Tips to Start the Year and Semester Strong 11:39

1 year ago11:39

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The winter break is over and a new semester is starting! This is the time of year when semesters already ended or they will be. Whether you are starting new classes, or a new marking period, the way we think, and encourage our children to think, about the new beginning can make a huge difference in how the semester goes. This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 73 // How to Survive the Waiting Game in College Admissions 14:52

1 year ago14:52

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Your student worked SO hard on their college applications! From The effort they put in over the last four years with their coursework and extracurricular activities, to completing college applications, spending hours on making sure the essay is JUST RIGHT and that it has the right college name on it, and then you have to wait….and wait….and wait! Have you ever heard the saying “Hurry up and Wait?” It isn’t easy, but today I want to talk about some steps you can take and how to survive the waiting game for your admissions decisions! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 72 // 6 Helpful Career Assessment Quizzes 16:16

1 year ago16:16

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Several career assessment quizzes can help your students consider possible careers that may be a fit for them. There are multiple aptitude tests and career interest inventories that can provide helpful information as your student begins their career and college search. Today we are going to talk through 6 different tools to help your student start their exploration! Links Mentioned in the Episode 16 Personalities: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test MAPP Career Assessment https://www.assessment.com/ MyNextMove Interest Profiler: https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip Holland Code Career Quiz: https://www.truity.com/test/holland-code-career-test Career Personality Profiler: https://www.truity.com/view/tests/personality-career Career Explorer: https://www.careerexplorer.com/ Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/ This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. Schedule your free 15-minute college search consultation meeting here! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

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Ep. 71 // 7 Ways to Spend The Winter Break 17:40

1 year ago17:40

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December is here and more and more conversations will circle around how people plan to spend the winter break. If you’re like most of the families I work with, and my family, you are looking forward to the winter break from school! We have a lot that is still coming in the next few weeks, but having time away from routines, busy schedules, and having family time is something so many are looking forward to! I’m going to share 7 ways you can spend your winter break! This show is for the confused college applicant and family to learn simple and effective strategies to help you find the BEST college for your student while having positive conversations. This will turn you into the College Ready applicant and family so you can be confident with your next steps and your choice of college! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. You can also follow me on social media at Confused to College Ready. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student!…

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Ep. 70 // How to Search for Scholarships 27:27

2 years ago27:27