THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 00:44 I reminisce on days when I hear across our great room has the Christmas tree and be amazed and maybe a little disheartened that my oldest Trent had nearly finished the mass of Lego set he had just opened […]
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In this episode, Lisa and Jennifer discuss: AI as a formal academic major and how it intersects with other disciplines Strategies for aligning student strengths and interests with suitable college majors How to assess readiness and fit for AI-related college programs and careers Cultivating adaptable, future-proof skills in a rapidly changing tech landscape Key Takeaways:
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In this episode, Lisa and Melissa discuss: The misconceptions and realities of pursuing a music career The value and limitations of majoring in music at college How parents can support teens responsibly pursuing creative paths Building sustainable and financially secure careers in the arts Key Takeaways: Majoring in music is often unnecessary, and sometimes unhelpful,
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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 00:58 when your teen expresses interest in a music career, your first instinct might be to worry about their financial future. Can they really make a living? Should they major in music? What if they’re wasting their college investment on
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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Are selective college admissions about to undergo another major shift. The landscape is evolving once again, with prestigious institutions now demanding more proof of academic readiness beyond just GPAs. In an admissions world where grade inflation has made it increasingly difficult for colleges
In this episode, Lisa and David discuss: Evolving expectations in college admissions Challenges in assessing academic readiness amid grade inflation, and how some colleges are responding Increased reliance on standardized, verifiable academic indicators Strategic adjustments needed for competitive application success Key Takeaways: Colleges increasingly expect students to submit AP exam scores for each AP class
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When teens struggle with college essays, it’s often not a writing issue—it’s a clarity issue. In this webinar replay, career coach Lisa Marker-Robbins and college essay expert Susan Knoppow share a proven strategy for helping students connect their self-awareness, major exploration, and college admissions writing. Watch the full replay of College Essays + Career Clarity:
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In this episode, Lisa and Tara discuss: Navigating cultural, generational, and personal differences through intercultural competence Building self-awareness as the foundation for meaningful cross-cultural understanding Creating opportunities for teens to develop global and human skills in everyday contexts Connecting intercultural experiences to long-term success in education, careers, and relationships Key Takeaways: Intercultural competence includes understanding
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THIS IS AN AUTOMATED TRANSCRIPT… PLEASE FORGIVE THE TYPOS & GRAMMAR! xo-Lisa. Lisa Marker Robbins 00:33 Are you concerned that your teen might struggle to connect with and understand people who are different from them in today’s diverse communities and educational environments, the ability to bridge differences effectively, whether across cultures, generations, socioeconomic backgrounds or
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