Flourish Coaching

In this episode, Lisa and Leia discuss: Strategies for crafting effective scholarship essays How early planning influences scholarship success Understanding the types of scholarships available Maintaining consistency and organization throughout the scholarship process Key Takeaways:  Focusing on three core essays—the personal statement, community impact, and scholarship impact—addresses six of the ten most common prompts, saving […]

In this episode, Lisa and Ben discuss: The impact of math confidence and mindset on educational and career paths How math anxiety can steer students away from valuable opportunities The importance of data literacy and real-world applications of math Strategies for building confidence and persistence in learning math Key Takeaways:  Developing math confidence hinges more

In this episode, Lisa and Amanda discuss: A holistic admissions review that looks beyond grades and test scores Writing authentic, personal essays that reflect a student’s true identity Strategically crafting supplemental essays to show university fit and motivation Preparing for campus visits to gather insights for stronger applications Key Takeaways:  Application readers carefully evaluate every

In this episode, Lisa and Susan discuss: How AI impacts the essay-writing process for students. Mistaken beliefs about what makes a strong application essay Crafting essays that truly reflect a student’s voice and experiences Helpful strategies and tools that can assist in writing a strong college essay Key Takeaways:  AI should not be used to

In this episode, Lisa and Rick discuss: How a student’s choice of future intended major impacts their college admissions chances The role of holistic review in determining “Fit To Major” (FTM) The challenges students face when trying to change majors after admission Why flexibility is essential in the college application process Key Takeaways:  Colleges often