by Gretchen | Jan 2, 2018 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast
Many families are confused about where to start with college admissions, and Megan has noticed there is a lot of faulty information out there. In this episode, she lays out, in concrete terms, what’s important when prepping for college and corrects some myths...
by Gretchen | Dec 27, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, Procrastination, Student Life
Do you ever notice that you are more likely to be more productive at certain times of the day and less productive at other times? I was just blown away by the self-awareness of one of my clients. Sixteen-year-olds, and especially boys, aren’t always known for...
by Gretchen | Dec 25, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, podcast, Student Life, Study Skills
There are seven different types of students, in Gretchen’s experience, each with different approaches to school and studying. As final exams approach, it’s a great opportunity to explore each type of student’s weaknesses in regards to studying, and...
by Gretchen | Dec 20, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, Student Life, Study Skills
I wonder if right now you have any habits that you are trying to solidify in your life? But something always slips, and you can’t get that habit going? My client — a sophomore in high school — had a habit he just couldn’t shift. We spent some...
by Gretchen | Dec 19, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, College Prep, Creativity & Edges, Student Life
Do you worry whether your high school student has the right kind of activities to impress the colleges to which they’re applying? Megan lays out an easy way to think about extracurriculars to help teens make the most of their time outside of school. She shares:...
by Gretchen | Dec 12, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, Communication, For Parents, Student Life
Parents, do you feel like you are endlessly nagging your teens to get their homework done? Teens, are you sick of hearing your parents nag? Some of my clients are benefiting from creating a “nag plan” with their parents. Check out this video to hear more...
