by Gretchen | Jun 27, 2019 | College Prep
How full is your study toolbox? In this “mini-cast” episode, Gretchen shares the 7 different “toolkits” students need in order to study as effectively and efficiently as possible. Here’s the list, but make sure you tune in to hear details about each! tools for...
by Gretchen | Jun 21, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
Do you ever run out of time on standardized tests? Does it feel impossible to get all the questions answered? Welcome to our summer mini-casts! In this one, Megan shares several strategies for how to pace yourself on the ACT and SAT. Specifically, she discusses: The...
by Gretchen | Jun 14, 2019 | Academic Coaching
So many students study accidentally, or at the very least, incompletely. What’s the alternative, that delivers better learning and better grades in less time? Why, “studying strategically,” of course! Gretchen calls her course for educators The Art of Inspiring...
by Gretchen | Jun 5, 2019 | blog, College Prep
Ever wish you could ask a neuroscientist all your questions about teaching and learning? Today Megan and Gretchen got to interview professor and author Jared Cooney Horvath about his new excellent new book, Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights from...
by Gretchen | Jun 5, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
The whole point of going to college is to get a job, right?! Yet families often forget to evaluate their prospective college’s career services. Join podcast parent Lydia Schulz as she details everything she learned about how colleges help students get jobs....
by Gretchen | May 23, 2019 | College Prep
Drum roll, please! Megan’s daughter has made her final college decision. In this episode, Megan outlines the lessons her family learned in their very personal college decision process, including: How many schools she applied to, and how they honed their final list 8...
by Gretchen | May 23, 2019 | blog, note-taking, Study Skills
How good are you at talking into your cell phone? Probably pretty good, huh? I beg to differ. 😉 Maybe you’re ok at talking to your friends or parents… but what about talk into your dictation app? A couple months ago a 7th grade client got...
by Gretchen | May 16, 2019 | blog, College Prep, note-taking
Do you find yourself using quizlet a lot? Does it feel satisfying to upload a bunch of terms and definitions onto that platform? But here’s the question — does it REALLY help your learning to do that? Recently I worked with a student who was really behind...
by Gretchen | May 16, 2019 | College Prep, podcast
Final exams are stressful — for students, teachers and parents! How can everyone take care of each other at the end of the school year? Megan and Gretchen talk through over ten tips for making sure you take care of yourself, inspired by the following infographic...
by Gretchen | May 9, 2019 | blog, Procrastination
It’s STILL final exams season! Last week I gave four tips on how to deal with overwhelm. This time around, I want to share a different kind of tip that’s more related to self-care. Recently I found myself really dreading a difficult meeting with my coach,...
by Gretchen | May 9, 2019 | College Prep
Are you a high school student who is also an artist — a dancer, actor, designer, video game designer, painter, musician, and more? Are you curious how to use your college education to prepare you for becoming a working artist? Guest Expert Madison Alexander breaks...
by Gretchen | May 9, 2019 | College Prep, Study Skills, Test Anxiety
It’s final exam season again! In this episode from the archives, Gretchen walks you through exactly how to prepare for your final exams. Tune in to the episode to hear more about each of these tips: Map out your entire approach to final exams on one page, so you can...
by Gretchen | Apr 25, 2019 | Academic Coaching, blog, Procrastination
Did you know that we make hundreds and hundreds of micro-decisions every day? These decisions can make or break a student! Recently I was talking to a 16 year old client about the tiny decisions he makes on a daily basis that result in lots of procrastination … and...
by April Sullivan | Apr 25, 2019 | podcast, Student Life
Have you ever considered whether your new college student’s medical and mental health needs will be appropriately met by their school’s on campus resources? Megan outlines 10 tips for families to consider about campus medical care as they prepare to transition their...
by Gretchen | Apr 18, 2019 | Academic Coaching, blog
Do you have finals coming up? Are you, or a student you love, overwhelmed with everything there is to do between now and the end of the semester? Recently I was overwhelmed with a big project. I noticed myself starting to stagnate and procrastinate, but then —...
by Gretchen | Apr 18, 2019 | podcast
How do you get help in a class where you’re convinced your teacher is a “bad explainer”? Gretchen walks you through 10 practical tips for things to try first before giving up on getting answers from on your teacher. The tips include how to: Do your homework and use...
by Gretchen | Apr 11, 2019 | College Prep, podcast, Student Life
Student stress is at an all time high! What is the cause, and what can parents, students and educators do about it? Join guest Mary Hofstedt from Challenge Success to learn about the results of an interesting research project on student wellbeing, and find out what...
by Gretchen | Apr 11, 2019 | College Prep, Organization, podcast
The final slide to the end of the semester can feel like a drag for students and parents! Try a few of these simple “spring cleaning” tips to create some momentum, and also get organized BEFORE finals roll around: 4 things to clean out of your binders, bedroom and...
by Gretchen | Apr 11, 2019 | blog, note-taking
Do you struggle to take notes during lectures? Last week I shared a quick tip about how to create your own “secret code” so that you can write less while still capturing all the information you need. This week I provide a different tip, brought to me by my...
by Gretchen | Apr 11, 2019 | blog, note-taking
Do you ever struggle to write down everything the teacher is saying during a lecture? If so, then you’re totally normal! It’s virtually impossible to write down everything! One of my clients has been working really hard trying to write everything down, and...
