Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search (Courtney Kountz)
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| 09 Feb 2022 | Ep. 12 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches That Are Guaranteed to Save Time and Energy | 00:17:41 | |
Today’s podcast is going to focus on organization strategies for your college search. As a parent, we get pulled in SO many directions! Throw in searching for colleges and it’s no wonder we feel like our heads are spinning! From the time your student takes their first standardized test or requests information from a college, you will start to get lots of information! The mail and emails are going to start pouring in. How many times do you think “I’ll get to that soon” and forget to follow up, or that you have so many different files, folders, and accounts that you can’t find what you were looking for? You’re going to hear about the journey one of the families I work with took and how they implemented these organization strategies.
Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 16 Feb 2022 | Ep. 13 How to Track Your College Application Deadlines | 00:10:25 | |
When it is time to start identifying and applying to colleges, there are a lot of moving parts! Today, we are looking at a way to easily track your college application deadlines and due dates. When you know your college application requirements and use a college application tracker spreadsheet, you are going to be organized and confident with your applications! We’re going to look at the college application requirements and the college deadlines for each of them. This system is simple, and an effective way for you to manage your time and energy! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations Episode 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for Colleges You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 23 Feb 2022 | Ep. 14/ Empowering Students in the College Search: Don't Do Everything For Them | 00:15:04 | |
We are empowering students throughout the college search! During this time, it can be incredibly tempting to jump in and do things for your student! They are busy with school, extracurricular activities, work and spending time with friends. We know you have their best interest at heart with helping and that is understandable! It can also be easier to do it yourself than feeling like you are pulling teeth to get things done or have that one additional backup school. Today I’m going to discuss several reasons why you should work with them, rather than doing it all for them! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations Episode 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for Colleges You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 02 Mar 2022 | Ep. 15/Rules for Email Etiquette: Making the Best First Impression | 00:16:16 | |
There are some rules for email etiquette you should follow when you need to communicate with someone in a professional capacity, such as your teachers, college admissions offices, or scholarship contacts. These rules will help you make the best first impression possible and you are showing respect to the person you communicate with. Today, we are going to talk about the definition of email etiquette, why professional communication matters, and give you some examples of appropriate email etiquette. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations Episode 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for Colleges You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 09 Mar 2022 | Ep. 16 📅 College Application Timeline for Juniors: Spring and Summer Tasks | 00:16:21 | |
Hey there! The college application timeline for juniors is so important! Today, we are going to focus on the spring of your junior year and the summer before your senior year! How can you make the most of your time between spring break and summer break? When should you take tests? Are you ahead of schedule or behind? Do you want to have your senior year be easier and feel less stressful? Today, we’re going to learn about the college application timeline for juniors. Grab a pen and notebook and learn what the spring and summer before your senior year should look like! We're going to give you a timeline through and provide you with a timeline for college admissions. You’re going to hear how some of the families I work with manage their time in the spring and summer of their junior year to make the senior year go more smoothly! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations Episode 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for Colleges You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 16 Mar 2022 | Ep. 17 🗺️ Visiting College Campuses: Making The Most of Your Time | 00:13:07 | |
Hey there! Visiting college campuses is an exciting part of the college search process! Today I’m going to share about how two of the families I work with planned their visits, saved money, had great conversations and family time, and were able to learn more about whether the colleges were a potential fit for their students. How are the steps different if your student has a defined college list, or if they aren’t sure where they want to apply? Are you going to have to pay a fortune in expenses to travel to all of the colleges? How will you make the time for everywhere you want to go? What if the colleges aren’t having official tours? Today, you’re going to learn the answers to these questions, and more! I’m going to share how I helped these two families plan their trip and have fun doing it!
Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 Episode 12 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches That are Guaranteed to Save Time and Energy Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette: Making the Best First Impression You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 23 Mar 2022 | Ep. 18 ❓ Questions to Ask College Admission Counselors | 00:12:45 | |
Hey there! Knowing what questions to ask college admissions counselors and having a system to track answers can help reduce your stress! Whether you are having face-to-face conversations with an admissions representative or student tour guide, or you are communicating by email, phone, or virtual meeting, you are interviewing the schools as much as they are interviewing you! We want you to know what questions to ask and be confident in your interactions with the college admissions counselors. Today, we are going to talk about the categories of questions you can ask, specific examples of questions, and how one of my students used the Confused to College Ready system to track her questions and answers. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 Episode 12 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches That are Guaranteed to Save Time and Energy Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette: Making the Best First Impression You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 30 Mar 2022 | Ep. 19 College Admissions Timeline for Seniors | 00:25:01 | |
The college admissions timeline for seniors is a busy, and exciting, time! We discussed what your timeline will look like in the spring of your junior year and the summer before your senior year. Today, we’re going to talk about the steps you need to follow in your senior year to make things go smoothly! When can you start your college applications? What is the timeframe for searching for scholarships? What is the FAFSA and when does it open? What if we haven’t started searching at all? I’m going to share a story about a hard lesson learned about procrastination, how that helped me in the long run, and how that story can help you and your student. We’re also going to go through the college admissions timeline for you and your student to follow in their senior year. I learned about procrastinating in high school, and what your student can take from that experience as they enter their senior year. Then we will talk through the steps you need to take in the fall, winter, and spring of your senior year! This is an incredible time, and while it feels overwhelming, these are the first steps on your next journey! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 10 College Financial Planning: How to Have Challenging Conversations with Ease You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 06 Apr 2022 | Ep. 20 College Timeline for High School Sophomores | 00:17:57 | |
When you look at the college timeline for high school sophomores, many of the families I work with say it seems like it is too early to start the search or ask if they are already behind. You are in exactly the right place, no matter where you are in your search! We actually talk about that in another episode and we have it linked below. Today we are going to talk about steps your sophomore can focus on. When you start out by taking small steps in freshman and sophomore year, students are going to feel much more confident about how to spend their time and less overwhelmed in the long run. From considering careers to thinking about your values and beginning research on schools that might be a good fit, following the college timeline for high school sophomores will help you feel balanced. The families I work with have followed these steps to manage their time, know what tasks they should be focused on, and have positive conversations at home. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 13 Apr 2022 | Ep. 21 College Planning Checklist for Freshmen | 00:14:12 | |
Your college planning checklist for freshman year is your starting point for what your search will look like. This is a time for you to focus on the foundational skills to help you navigate what is coming over the next 4 years. We want students to enjoy their freshman year, learn what it takes to succeed in their high school classes, get involved with extracurricular activities, navigate friendships, and start to look at their 4-year plan of what they want to focus on in high school, knowing it can change. This is also a time for students to learn about themselves, to see what they do or do not like, to adapt and change. Today we’re going to talk about the specific steps students can take in their freshman year to get started! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 20 Apr 2022 | College Planning Schedule for Juniors in the Fall and Winter | 00:11:43 | |
The college planning schedule for the fall and winter of a student’s junior year is a major stepping stone for you and your student! Students are continuing to focus on doing their best in their coursework, reviewing the criteria that make up their prospective college list, preparing for national testing, and staying involved with extracurricular activities. This is a busy time and on top of that, there is family time and social time with friends. These tasks for the fall and winter of junior year will help you be fully prepared for spring and moving into your senior year. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 10 College Financial Planning: How to Have Challenging Conversations with Ease You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 27 Apr 2022 | 10 Mistakes You're Making With Managing Financial Aid for Students | 00:18:56 | |
Managing financial aid for students is a common response I get when I talk to families about their biggest challenges with the college search. How will you afford college? What is the FAFSA and how do you fill it out? Are there scholarships that aren’t just looking to send you spam emails? Today we’re going to talk about 5 mistakes you’re making when you look at financial aid for students. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 10 College Financial Planning: How to Have Challenging Conversations with Ease You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 04 May 2022 | Ep. 24 5 Techniques to Manage Stress in the College Search | 00:17:29 | |
I have had many students sit in my office close to tears and some in the middle of a panic attack because they are so overwhelmed with their course work, extracurricular activities, family responsibilities, and worry that they won’t be successful or get into their dream college. As the student sat in my office crying, she told me she didn’t know how she was going to manage everything she had to do. Her AP tests were coming up soon, she was a student-athlete who spent every day at practice, at a game, or traveling for her sport, and in our previous conversations, I knew she had aspirations of attending a top college. She had gotten herself worked up to the point she was convinced she was never going to get into the college she wanted. The student, her parents, and I worked through multiple strategies to help them effectively manage their stress during their college search.
Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 11 May 2022 | College App for Students: You Don't Have to Wait Until the Fall to Start | 00:14:15 | |
The timeline to work on your college app for students doesn’t have to wait until the fall of your senior year to begin. There are multiple steps you can take in the spring of your junior year and the summer before your senior year. From getting all of your information together to beginning the college application, the steps you take right now will help you with balancing your time as senior year starts up. Today we are going to talk about what you need to have ready before you begin working on your college application and the steps you can take now.
Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 3 College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 18 May 2022 | How to Find a Career That is Right for Me | 00:16:35 | |
How to Find a Career That is Right For Me is a common question I hear from students! Students and families understand that the ultimate goal after attending college is to find a career that is a good fit for them. Making decisions can feel overwhelming for students, but it isn't something that is set in stone and there are ways to help students find potential interests!
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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review so others can find us! Here are a few episodes you might also be interested in: Episode 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 25 May 2022 | Your Path to College is Not One Size Fits All | 00:14:53 | |
Many people compare their path to college to other students. Will my student go to the right school? What if they don't meet their future partner, what if they don't get the best education, and many other questions are common when I'm working with students and families. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 01 Jun 2022 | Your Path to College Part 2 | 00:14:48 | |
When the path to college isn’t one size fits all, what does that mean for your student during the search? We talked about the various options from enlisting in a branch of the military to certification, two-year schools, and four-year schools. A large part of that college search is going to be finding the right fit for each individual person. We are continuing the conversation about the path to college for each person. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 08 Jun 2022 | Start Conversations About College...and Life After High School | 00:15:15 | |
As you start conversations about college with your student, it can be stressful, and you may not know what steps to take. You don’t want to have a lot of pressure with the conversations, but we can help guide you on how to get started with tools and reassurance that your student will find the path that is just right for them! Today we’re going to talk about some of the initial steps you will talk about as you explore colleges. Stay tuned! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 22 Jun 2022 | How to Explore Careers in High School | 00:13:45 | |
What do you want to do when you grow up? That's a hard question to answer, and the answer can definitely change! As parents, you may not be doing what you thought you wanted to when you were younger. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 15 Jun 2022 | Tell Your Story in the College Application | 00:15:07 | |
Your unique story is a critical part of your college application. Today we're going to talk about turning that story into a catchphrase, or what businesses call your elevator pitch. As students progress through high school and begin working on their applications, there are several places where they can use that catchphrase to weave a common thread between the different writing areas in the college application. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 29 Jun 2022 | Ep. 32//Strategies to Help Pay for College with Kara Walker | 00:23:22 | |
Today, you are in for a treat! We have our first interview with Kara Walker, founder of the Money and Mental Peace Podcast! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 06 Jul 2022 | Ep. 33//Stop Comparing Yourself to Others in the College Search | 00:17:14 | |
Teddy Roosevelt said ‘comparison is the thief of joy.” Today, I want you (and your student) to stop comparing yourself to others! All too often in my work, I have seen teenagers compare themselves to others. The comparison game is a dangerous one. It impacts mental health, self-image, and how students see themselves. As each semester ends, one of the most common things I hear is “What is my new GPA, and what is my new class rank after grades were finalized?”. Another common topic of discussion is “What was your score on your test–and that’s a standardized test – AP, SAT, PSAT, ACT, etc. We’re going to dive into ways students compare, why this is something we don’t want students to do and how we can encourage students to stop the comparison game. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Ep. 34 | College Admissions: How to Know What to Do Next Without Feeling Overwhelmed | 00:13:51 | |
How do you know where to start or what to do next in the college admissions process? Does it have to seem overwhelming? You aren't alone in the search, so take a deep breath and stay tuned for all the tips and tricks! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 20 Jul 2022 | Meet Each College Application Deadline | 00:09:48 | |
In your senior year, we want you to meet each college application deadline on time to ensure that your college application will be reviewed! This will also help to decrease your stress and enjoy your senior year! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 27 Jul 2022 | Ep. 36 // What Colleges Should I Apply To | 00:20:22 | |
Deciding what colleges to apply to can seem like a monumental task! There are a lot of factors to consider including the cost of attendance, your current financial situation, grades, GPA, test scores, potential major, location, size of the school, how it feels, and more! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 03 Aug 2022 | Ep. 37 // Where to Start with College Applications | 00:14:58 | |
College application season is here! Whether you know what colleges your student wants to apply to and are already submitting applications, or you still need to narrow down the list, today's episode talks about the various application components. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 10 Aug 2022 | Your Roadmap to College | 00:12:13 | |
Recently, one of our group members asked for a roadmap to the college admissions process. In today's episode, we're going to go over the 6 steps in the Confused to College Ready Roadmap to College.
Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 17 Aug 2022 | Ep. 39 // Scholarships, Financial Aid, and the FAFSA, Oh My! | 00:09:32 | |
With college application season here, I am getting a lot of questions about scholarships, financial aid, paying for college, and the FAFSA! Today we're going to review several scholarship resources for you, information about completing the FAFSA, and what to know about whether your college will stack scholarships! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 24 Aug 2022 | Ep. 40 // Maintaining Positive Relationships During the College Admissions Process | 00:13:39 | |
Positive relationships with key stakeholders are a huge part of the college admissions process. Today we are going to talk through steps you can take to ensure you are maintaining those positive relationships during the college search, in college, and using those skills in the workforce after graduation! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 31 Aug 2022 | Prioritizing Your College Criteria | 00:10:55 | |
In the college search, prioritizing the criteria that are most important to your student can help the entire process go more smoothly! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 07 Sep 2022 | Ep. 42 // 3 Tools to Create Your List of Colleges | 00:12:05 | |
How do you start to create your list of colleges? You know what your priorities are, you have had conversations about what you're looking for, but where do you go from here? Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 14 Sep 2022 | Ep. 43 // Self Care Strategies: Being Aware of How You Feel in the College Admissions Process | 00:12:11 | |
Self-care is so important for all of us, especially as we search for colleges. Today we are going to break down the ways to know if you are feeling overwhelmed, and several strategies to help you. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 21 Sep 2022 | Ep. 44 // Are My Grades Too Low? What is the Average GPA for College? | 00:11:46 | |
Grades and GPA are an important part of the college search. A question I often get is whether a student's grades are too low to get into any college. The good news is that there are multiple opportunities for continuing education, no matter what your GPA is. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 28 Sep 2022 | Ep. 45 // FAFSA and College Applications: What is Our Timeline? | 00:08:09 | |
What steps do you need to take before the FAFSA opens? When will it open and how do you fill it out? Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | Ep. 46 // Staying Focused When You're Tired or Overwhelmed | 00:08:14 | |
October can seem like a really long month! You're in a routine at school, but it is also going to be a long time before there is a break! These hints and tips will help you stay on track with your school work and extracurricular activities! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 19 Oct 2022 | Ep. 47 // Careers and Majors in the College Search | 00:09:53 | |
Thinking about careers and majors can feel overwhelming in the college search. There are several resources to help you explore careers. There are multiple opportunities and options for students. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 26 Oct 2022 | Ep. 48 // Don't Make These Mistakes on College Applications | 00:10:48 | |
I was recently asked if it is too late for students to apply to college this year, and the good news is there is still time! Today we are going to talk through some common mistakes to avoid that will help ease your stress level while you're applying to colleges! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 09 Nov 2022 | Ep. 49 // Your Budget Friendly College Essential List | 00:16:29 | |
Getting ready to go off to college can be so expensive! When you think about the college essential list, we want to help you get the best deals possible. With the holidays coming, this is a perfect time to look for great deals on some of those college necessities! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 30 Nov 2022 | Ep. 50 // What Extracurricular Activities Should You Get Involved With? | 00:11:16 | |
What Extracurricular Activities Should You Get Involved With? You can put multiple extracurricular activities on a resume or your college application. Often students ask me for examples of extracurricular activities for high schoolers. Today we are going to talk about the various types of activities when you can get involved with them, and the next steps to take! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 18 Jan 2023 | Ep. 51 // Start Now: Track Extracurricular Activities for High Schoolers | 00:14:40 | |
Now is the best time to track extracurricular activities for high schoolers! No matter what grade you are in, having a system can help make the college admissions process easier in the future! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 25 Jan 2023 | Ep. 52 // 4 Steps to Create Your 4 Year Plan for High School | 00:12:53 | |
Creating a 4-year plan for high school is an exciting task for students! Sometimes it can feel overwhelming when students aren’t sure what to do or how to create that plan. Today, we are going to walk through 4 easy steps to help you create your 4-year plan for your courses! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Ep. 53 // An Introduction to ACT vs SAT | 00:10:28 | |
Questions about taking the ACT vs SAT are some of the big ones that come up when working with high school students as they embark on their college admissions journeys. Some of the most common questions include What are the popular college admissions tests? Should I take the ACT or the SAT? What are the differences in the tests and do colleges have a preference? Is one test better than the other? Today we are going to look at the details of the ACT and SAT to help you navigate your choices! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Ep. 54 // Strategies To Prep for ACT and SAT Exams | 00:12:58 | |
Knowing how to prep for ACT or SAT exams can help you feel confident as you walk into your testing session and give your best effort to earn the score you are looking for. Today we are going to talk about how you can best prepare for SAT and ACT exams. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 22 Feb 2023 | Ep. 55 // Academic Rigor: What Does It Mean and Types of Courses | 00:16:58 | |
Your high school transcript is one of the major things colleges will look at as part of your application. The academic rigor, or difficulty level, of those classes, is going to be a major criterion for those colleges. What does academic rigor really mean though? What types of courses are available? Today, we are going to learn about your options and help you make educated decisions about the best classes for you! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 08 Mar 2023 | Ep. 56 // Honors vs. AP: Choosing Which Classes to Take | 00:15:22 | |
Deciding whether to take Honors vs. AP courses in your high school career is an important decision for all students! How do you decide which classes are the right classes for you? Does the rigor of the class impact how colleges will view your transcript? Today we are going to help you learn more about what courses you should take! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 22 Mar 2023 | Ep. 57 // Tips for Planning College Visits | 00:13:42 | |
Hey there! Today we are revisiting a popular episode all about how to plan for college visits and make the most of your time! Today, you’re going to learn the answers to these questions, and more! I’m going to share how I helped these two families plan their trip and have fun doing it!
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| 10 May 2023 | Ep. 58 // Is College Right For Me? | 00:15:47 | |
Do I have to go to college? What are the options? Is college right for me? These are some great questions, and ones we will go into detail on in this episode! | |||
| 17 May 2023 | Ep. 59 // Is a Four Year College Worth the Cost? | 00:16:03 | |
A recent survey looked at how many people think the cost of attending a four-year college is worth it. What do you think? Is a four-year college worth the cost? Today we are going to give you insight into how to decide just what is right for YOU! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 24 May 2023 | Ep. 60 // Ways to Search for Colleges | 00:08:46 | |
Today, we are going to talk about 3 different tools and ways to help you search for colleges and create your college list. Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 15 Rules for Email Etiquette You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 14 Jun 2023 | Ep. 61 // How to Find Colleges for Me | 00:09:52 | |
Today, we are diving into an exciting journey that many of you are in the middle of or you are about to embark on: How to Find colleges for me! Whether you are a high school student eager to explore your options or a parent wanting to support your teenager’s dreams and goals, this video is packed with invaluable tips on how to kick-start your college search and find the right college for you! We are going to focus on two tips to help you save time and money and be confident in your college search! college search to be confident in your search and save you time and money! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 21 Jun 2023 | Ep. 62 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1 | 00:18:40 | |
A question I am often asked in my role as a school counselor and as a college consultant is how do I choose a college? In today’s episode, we are going to break down the 7 things you need to be aware of as you create your college list. There are 7 college priority areas for you to think about. If you stay tuned to the end of the episode, I also have a bonus organization tip for you! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | Ep. 63 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2 | 00:15:49 | |
Today we are finishing up the 7 things you need to be aware of as you create your college list! Don't miss the bonus organization tip at the end! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 08 Jul 2023 | Ep. 64 // How Does A GPA Work? | 00:17:10 | |
We are talking about a topic that can be shrouded in mystery: How does a GPA work? GPA, or Grade Point Average, is crucial when applying to college. Let’s unravel the secrets to help you understand how it works! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 18 Oct 2023 | Ep. 65 // What Colleges Look For In An Application | 00:11:39 | |
The college application process can feel daunting as you look at personal statements, optional essays, extracurricular activities, potential majors and requirements for programs, whether or not to send your ACT or SAT score, and so much more. Join us today as we look at the specific information colleges are looking for when they review applications and what you need to include! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? 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! | |||
| 03 Nov 2023 | Ep. 66 // How to Pay For College | 00:18:52 | |
One of the questions I am asked most often is how to pay for college. Whether you have been saving for college for years, or don’t have anything saved at all, today we are going to talk about different ways you can pay for college. If you don’t talk about finances as a family, it may feel uncomfortable but this is a great conversation to have! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? 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! | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | Ep. 67 Good Gift Ideas for Teens | 00:12:05 | |
As birthdays or the holidays get closer, many families are looking for good gift ideas for teens. Whether you are looking to buy something for your child, a niece, a nephew, a grandchild, or a friend of the family, you want to make sure the gift you buy is one that they will like – and something that will be useful! Today we are going to dive into several areas to make your holiday gifts count! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in: Episode 6: Does College Searching Have to be SO Stressful? 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! | |||
| 15 Nov 2023 | Ep. 68 // FAFSA New Changes 2024-2025 | 00:15:15 | |
Today we are going to talk about the upcoming FAFSA New Changes for the 2024-2025 school year. The FAFSA is the official federal aid tool to determine if students qualify for federal aid to pay for college. Even if you won’t qualify for need-based aid, your college may require you to complete the FAFSA. Learn about the newest updates today!
I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | Ep. 69 // Is It Too Late to Apply to College? | 00:14:54 | |
As we get closer to December 1, parents may be wondering what to do if their student still hasn’t applied to any colleges. Don’t stress! There are still options and we are going to look at the steps you need to take with the college application process. Maybe your senior already submitted applications but is considering applying to another school or they are interested in applying to an honors college. If you have underclassmen at home, this is still something you can benefit from in learning about what you should expect in the college application process. The sooner you start thinking about everything, the more time you have to not feel stressed For those of you with seniors, let’s get this party started! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 28 Nov 2023 | Ep. 70 // How to Search for Scholarships | 00:27:27 | |
Do you know how to search for scholarships? ’ll never forget the day I got an email from a parent in a state of shock over college price tags. I could sense the panic in her words. She had no idea how much college cost, and more importantly how they were going to pay for it! Today we are going to talk about when and how you can start searching for scholarships and navigate college expenses and how to pay for them. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 07 Dec 2023 | Ep. 71 // 7 Ways to Spend The Winter Break | 00:17:40 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 13 Dec 2023 | Ep. 72 // 6 Helpful Career Assessment Quizzes | 00:16:16 | |
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! 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/ I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Ep. 73 // How to Survive the Waiting Game in College Admissions | 00:14:52 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | Ep. 74 // Tips to Start the Year and Semester Strong | 00:11:39 | |
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. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 18 Jan 2024 | Ep. 75 // Your Options for College: Kickstart Your Search | 00:15:31 | |
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. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 23 Jan 2024 | Ep. 76 // Talking with Admission Offices: An Interview Tip Guide | 00:16:40 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 14 Feb 2024 | Ep. 77 // Key Considerations to Find a College for Me ... or My Student | 00:15:54 | |
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.
I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | Ep. 78 // College Application Platforms and Tips | 00:18:58 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 02 Oct 2024 | Ep. 79 // From Fears and Overwhelm to Success in the College Application Process | 00:15:28 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | Ep. 80 // Navigating the Roadmap to College | 00:19:31 | |
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. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | Ep. 81 // Building A Balanced College List | 00:18:32 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 06 Nov 2024 | Ep. 82 // Choosing a Major and Career | 00:15:47 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 19 Nov 2024 | Ep. 83 // Navigating Applications for Regular Decision | 00:14:31 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 20 Nov 2024 | Ep. 84 // Understanding Your PSAT Scores and What to Do Next | 00:15:58 | |
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! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 27 Nov 2021 | Ep. 1 Confused about College Searches? Let’s get College READY! | 00:05:06 | |
Welcome to the first episode of the Confused to College Ready Podcast where we are Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search! If you’re like most of the people I work with, the college search can be overwhelming, frustrating, and there may be times you don’t know what to do next. College exploration doesn’t have to feel that way! Today we are going to cover several key topics including:
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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!
I would love it if you would also leave me a review so others can also find this podcast! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search by clicking here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 27 Nov 2021 | Ep. 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1 | 00:06:21 | |
Figuring out where to begin as you’re searching for colleges can be easier than you think! We’re going to begin with the end in mind, and look at potential career interests that will help you choose a college major. We will start with the first step in the college search process and give you 5 key questions to begin your journey. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 28 Nov 2021 | Ep 3. College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations | 00:08:56 | |
Are there times where having conversations as a family about college feel like they are one big argument or they are painful? Learn how two families I worked with successfully navigated family discussions about college searches, college applications, and had positive conversations! Today, you are going to hear how two families navigated challenging conversations, managed expectations on completing tasks, and set up meeting times at various times during their student’s unique journey. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
I would love it if you would also leave me a review so others can also find this podcast! You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. | |||
| 29 Nov 2021 | Ep. 4 You Don't Have to Attend an Elite College to be Successful | 00:07:23 | |
There are so many people that think they have to attend an elite college or university in order to be successful. I’m here to tell you that is not the case! Students have SO many options and they can be successful while attending the college that is the BEST fit for them! Today we are going to talk about chronic stress and how it impacts students, how prestige is determined and how that impacts students, and about other options. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 01 Dec 2021 | Ep. 5 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 2 | 00:09:05 | |
Figuring out where to begin as you’re searching for colleges can be easier than you think! Now that we know potential majors for you or your student, we are going to look at what college criteria are the most important. Today, you will think through your college must-have and deal-breakers as you look at how to find the right college. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 08 Dec 2021 | Ep. 6 Does College Searching Have to Be SO Stressful? | 00:08:11 | |
While you may have heard horror stories about college searching, it doesn’t have to feel so stressful! If you’re like a lot of the families I work with, you would love to have a system while you and your family are trying to find a college. Today, we are going to help you learn how to search for a college with specific steps for you to implement while you meet as a family. 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
I would love it if you would also leave me a review so others can also find this podcast! I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 15 Dec 2021 | Ep. 7 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 3 | 00:04:56 | |
Figuring out where to begin as you’re searching for colleges can be easier than you think! We talked about potential careers and majors, and what college criteria are most important for the student. Now, let’s discuss how to determine which colleges match the work you did in the first two podcasts and your personal information such as GPA and test scores! Today, we are going to look at the definition of safety, match, and reach colleges. You will use this to determine the best college fit for you! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 22 Dec 2021 | Ep. 8 Learn the Lingo: Types of Colleges | 00:06:35 | |
There are so many different types of colleges! What is the difference between types of colleges? What is a public university? What is a private university? What about two-year vs. four-year colleges? Today we’re going to break down these terms and more to help you with your college search! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 29 Dec 2021 | Ep. 9 Now is the BEST time to Start Your College Search | 00:05:08 | |
Is it too early to start the college search? Are we too late to search for colleges? What is the college application timeline? Now is the BEST time for you to start your college search! Today we’re going to look at planning for college and the timeline to help you where you are! 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 26 Jan 2022 | Ep. 10 College Financial Planning: How to Have Challenging Conversations with Ease | 00:08:51 | |
Where do you start with college financial planning? How much does college cost? How are you going to pay for it? How do you have hard conversations about money? Is college affordable for your student? You CAN have the conversations and we have resources to help you learn everything you need! Today we are going to learn about
Links 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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||
| 02 Feb 2022 | Ep. 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for College | 00:09:47 | |
We have busy days and learning to manage your time can help you feel less stressed and overwhelmed, especially as you add in searching for colleges to the mix. When you learn how to manage your time and prioritize all of the tasks and activities it will make the college search seem much easier. Today we are going to learn about
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! Please subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes and leave a review! Here are a few episodes you might be interested in:
You can also download our free guide on How to Start or Expand Your College Search here. I’m Courtney Kountz and I’m looking forward to serving you and your student! | |||