by Gretchen | Feb 8, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog
Did you know that the WAY you write something in your planner can have a big effect on whether you actually follow through? My client recently discovered that there are two things he needs to write in his planner for every major assignment — the WHAT and the HOW...
by Gretchen | Feb 7, 2017 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast
When parents and students are afraid of their college prospects, they’re more susceptible to scams that prey on this fear. In today’s climate of expensive schools that seem increasingly competitive, this fear and susceptibility can be a problem for families. During...
by Gretchen | Feb 1, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, Procrastination
Do you ever get a good idea about something you want to do in the future? But you don’t act on it right away, and soon enough you forget the idea… and nothing ever happens? Recently, I was working with a client who had a very good idea about how to make...
by Gretchen | Jan 31, 2017 | blog, College Prep, For Parents, podcast, Student Life
Teens and parents! What will you do this summer to have experiences that are both meaningful and impress colleges on your applications? Looking for free and low-cost solutions? Now is the time to start planning. We know it seems super early, but the truth is that many...
by Gretchen | Jan 25, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, Procrastination
Do you ever experience huge roadblocks that make it impossible for you to finish a big project you started? Recently, I had a client who was working on his first major research project ever. As often happens with students who struggle with executive functioning, there...
by Gretchen | Jan 24, 2017 | Academic Coaching, blog, College Prep, podcast
Junior year it’s time to start compiling your list of colleges. However, how can you tell if your grades are high enough to be considered by the schools on your list? Megan introduces us to a cool online tool that provides a host of valuable information about what...
