College and Career Ready | Transition from High School to College Sonia Cacique

Unlock Your Adolescent's Potential: Essential Tips for a Transformative Summer BreakHow you can help your adolescent maximize their summer break? By building character and developing essential skills. Whether you're a parent or an adolescent yourself, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice to ensure a productive and enriching summer.Episode Highlights:Discuss Summer PlanningInternships and Job OpportunitiesSummer Classes and WorkshopsVolunteeringSkill Development a...

Today we feature an engaging conversation with Shia and Kennedy, young podcasters of the 'Ben show podcast,' exploring their journey into podcasting, their first live podcast experience, and insights into networking and career exploration. They share their initial inspiration received from a business teacher's flyer, leading to their application and eventual selection for the podcast project. Additionally, the discussion touches on their live podcasting experience at OTC in Houston, Texa...

Today we will explore the importance of a portfolio. We will discuss:What is a portfolioHow to create a portfolio for college and career readinessExamples of what to include in a portfolio for high school and college studentsBenefits of having a portfolio during interviews and applications Tips on strategically creating a compelling portfolio narrativeResources available for portfolio creationImportance of self-reflection and growth through portfolio developmentHow a portfolio can help d...

Today I will unlock the true potential of letters of recommendation and their game-changing impact on students' lives. Discover how these powerful narratives, starting from 9th grade, offer a vivid portrayal of a young person's character and achievements, transcending the limitations of resumes and academic transcripts. In this special episode, I guide you through the strategic collection and utilization of these letters, ensuring that when the time comes, students are equipped with a co...

In today's episode we will be exploring the power of words in shaping adolescents' academic and overall performance, and how parents can positively influence their children's self-talk and behavior through affirmations and positivity.A students' performance is linked to their self-reflection and today we will explore how you as a parent can positively influence your adolescent's academic and overall performance by using uplifting words and affirmations. We highlight the importance of retraini...

Dr. Shaan Patel, MD, MBA is founder and CEO of Prep Expert. As seen on ABC’s “Shark Tank,” Prep Expert is a leading education company that has helped more than 100,000 students improve their SAT and ACT scores, get into top colleges, and win over $100 million in scholarships. Dr. Patel raised his own SAT score from average to perfect, has 20+ years experience with SAT prep, and has authored 15+ test prep books. A board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Patel was named one of Inc. Magazine’s “30 Un...