Are you searching for your passion? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m going to debunk some myths about passion and also share some useful tips on how to discover what you’re passionate about. This is NOT just for your college application, but this is also an important step towards discovering who you are and what you love. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How a passion project will help you in your college admissions journey and beyond The #1 myth about where your p...
Oct 10, 2019•12 min•Ep. 37
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I have a very special guest, Ursula. Ursula is Michelle’s mom and Michelle is my former student who recently graduated from high school and is now having a blast at NYU! I’m so grateful that I was able to mentor Michelle and help her navigate this journey with ease and success. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Why Ursula decided to work with me even though she had already hired a college counselor for Michelle What students truly need H...
Sep 25, 2019•40 min•Ep. 36
Are you unsure of how to help your child in the college admissions journey? Sue and Stephanie of Your Teen Media, both of whom have sent their children to college, offer wisdom and advice on how involved you should be. It’s not going to be easy, but we hope that this episode will help you navigate the college admissions journey with more trust, ease, and fun! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The most common struggle when it comes to parenting teens How parenting has evolved over the year...
Sep 19, 2019•17 min•Ep. 35
Are you struggling with this college admissions journey? Do you feel alone, overwhelmed, and/or burnt out? I’m here to help! In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing three atypical but essential must-haves for every high school student. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Why growing your mindset is essential What will improve your grades and scores aside from studying How your beliefs about yourself affect the outcome of your results What high school students n...
Jul 31, 2019•16 min•Ep. 34
Is your teen responding with “I don’t know” all the time? Are you stressed out that there are more arguments than peaceful, heart-to-heart conversations? In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I am interviewing Sandy Fowler, co-host of the Mighty Parenting podcast, who will be sharing proven and effective strategies for communicating with your teen without all the yelling, shouting, and nagging . WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: What the #1 source of anxiety is for both pare...
Jul 10, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 33
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be talking with Jessica about how she left behind sunny California to step outside of her comfort zone and experience all four seasons. Jessica will be sharing how she got accepted into UPenn and why she loves it! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The importance of visiting the college(s) that you are interested in What sets UPenn apart from other universities How to find your career path The significance of having a healthy minds...
Jul 03, 2019•29 min•Ep. 32
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be talking with Eric about his academic and personal experiences at Princeton. Eric will be providing insider information about Princeton so make sure to tune in! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Clarity on why you are aiming towards whatever college you are aiming for The behind-the-scenes sports recruiting process Why the graduation rate for Princeton is so high The history behind the Eating Club and its selection process What ...
Jun 26, 2019•36 min•Ep. 31
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be breaking down the myth of busy-ness. Are you always wondering why you don’t have enough time to study for the SAT/ACT? Are you feeling upset because you got a C on your Chemistry Test although you pulled an all-nighter? If your answer is yes, tune into today’s episode so that you can learn how to manage your time, set priorities, and get accepted into your dream Ivy League/Top-tier. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Demystify t...
Jun 19, 2019•28 min•Ep. 30
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing the foundational elements of success for your college admissions journey. Personally and professionally, I am on a mission to spread the importance of mindset, mental well-being, and passion to all high school students out there. Make sure you tune in to discover the key to learning all about how to get accepted into your dream Ivy League/Top-tier without stressing out and feeling overwhelmed. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS E...
Jun 12, 2019•23 min•Ep. 29
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Dr. Jessica Pack, a pediatric dentist who attended UCLA for Dental School and USC for residency. Jessica will be sharing how she chose the dental path and key takeaways she learned from her journey. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The significance of researching and experiencing your future career Who you should talk to if you are interested in pursuing dentistry and/or medicine An essential quality needed to be a doct...
Jun 05, 2019•27 min•Ep. 28
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Dan Ascher, M.Ed, the president of A+ Test Prep & Tutoring , who specializes in helping high school students improve their SAT or ACT scores. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How to discern whether individual or group test-prep is best suited for you. The optimal time to take the SAT/ACT. The biggest advantage you can have when preparing for the reading comprehension portion of the SAT/ACT, regardless of how old you...
May 29, 2019•32 min•Ep. 27
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be interviewing my student who got accepted into Stanford, UPenn, Princeton, Columbia, and more! Tune in to hear how we were able to navigate the college admissions process together to beat the low acceptance rate of these Ivy League/Top-Tier schools! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The non-negotiable key to getting accepted into Ivy Leagues/Top-Tier schools How to frame and position yourself in the most compelling way How my st...
May 21, 2019•9 min•Ep. 26
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be interviewing my student, Shivangi who got accepted into USC Marshall School of Business WBB Program (5% Acceptance rate), University of Michigan Ross Business School, UC Berkeley, and UCLA! Tune in to hear how we were able to strategize for her college applications and essays to beat the low acceptance rate! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The four essential components that Ivy Leagues and Top-Tier Schools look for Questions ...
May 18, 2019•18 min•Ep. 25
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be sharing key milestones from my journey of getting accepted into USC and Harvard. In my freshman year of high school, the thought of Harvard did not even cross my mind, but this drastically changed. Listen to the episode to learn how I was able to get accepted into these competitive schools even without the best GPA and SAT/ACT scores! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: #1 Mindset shift that will guide you to making the best deci...
May 02, 2019•20 min•Ep. 24
This is my 2nd year hosting the 5-day "Accepted" Challenge and this is what participants (high school parents and students) shared with me in 2018! "Hi Julie...I was just amazed after listening to your live training last night. I rarely find someone who shares the same values or approach to better our children's education" "Julie is EXCELLENT and knows what she's talking about. I spent YEARS researching and she put it out there in her training. Keep up the great work!" In this 5-day challenge, I...
May 01, 2019•6 min•Ep. 24
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Mark Stucker, KIPP’s director of college counseling, who is also the host of the “Your College Bound Kid” podcast and the author of 171 Answers to the Most Asked College Admission Questions. We will be sharing key strategies in finding your best fit college so make sure to tune in! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Being true to yourself/authentic so you and the college are a good fit for each other The best first step f...
Apr 24, 2019•45 min•Ep. 23
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be focusing on the college admissions process and sharing with you how to jump over the hurdles instead of running into them. There is a hidden key to making this process enjoyable so make sure to listen! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The best way for parents to help their child discover his/her passions The importance of a mentor and how you can find one How finding one’s passion happens through a gradual process of exploring...
Apr 18, 2019•23 min•Ep. 22
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I will be focusing on the SAT II Subject Tests and sharing with you when the optimal time to take the SAT Subject Tests is. SAT II Subjects DO play a significant role in your admissions game so make sure to tune in! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The top 3 mistakes students make in regards to the SAT II tests and how to prevent them Why you should take SAT II subject tests How to tell if a particular SAT II subject test is a good fit ...
Apr 09, 2019•9 min•Ep. 21
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Steve Schwartz, a professional college admissions consultant for over a decade, who is also the host of the “College Admissions Toolbox” podcast. Steve also shares a snippet of his personal college admissions journey and how he got accepted into Columbia despite not having perfect numbers. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The importance of picking something compelling to craft your story with. Creating a space where you...
Apr 05, 2019•34 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Erik Fisher, the host of “Beyond the To-Do List,” an award-nominated podcast featuring tips from productive people and ultimately sharing how you can also be successful and balance your life. Erik is also the father of an upcoming high school student so he shares how he helps his daughter with productivity through the techniques and strategies he has mastered over the years. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: How to prior...
Mar 29, 2019•45 min•Ep. 19
“You have to find your “passion” to get accepted into Ivy Leagues and top-tier colleges!! OR else!” You’ve heard that before, right? But...Is that really true? In this episode, I discuss and demystify the word “passion” and share 5 questions that you must ask yourself when identifying and exploring your interests and passions and how it fits into the college admissions process. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Why I had to re-write my Harvard essay because I knew it wasn’t my “real” pass...
Mar 11, 2019•19 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of Demystifying College Admissions, I’m interviewing Maria Furtado, the executive director of Colleges That Change Lives. The mission of CTCL is to help students and families better understand the college admissions process to find the best college fit possible. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: The practicality piece of getting accepted into an Ivy League Why the Ivy Leagues will not be the best for every student. Why it’s a mistake to apply to all 8 Ivy Leagues The impor...
Mar 04, 2019•48 min•Ep. 17
When I was in high school, I was clueless about the college admissions journey. Until one day, I met my mentor, who changed my life. She showed me what was possible, identified my weakness and strengths, provided me with all the resources that I needed. Most importantly, this mentor truly cared about my education and aspirations. 15 years later, I am now a mentor guiding my wonderful high school students identify their interests and passion, strategizing college admissions plans, and helping the...
Feb 25, 2019•34 min•Ep. 16
In this episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Tim Jordan, the leading expert on parenting girls and helping them navigate through their normal developmental transformations, allowing them to emerge as strong, happy, and fulfilled women. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE: Why girls are more pressured and stressed out about school and grades Why the pressure about that “one path” is dangerous Why girls are conditioned to believe that “success” comes in a straight line How you might be subtly sendin...
Feb 21, 2019•55 min•Ep. 15
GPA is the #1 factor in getting accepted into your dream Ivy League and top-tier colleges. Knowing this, high school students stay up until 2 AM studying for APUSH, AP Chemistry, or writing English papers. However, no matter what you do, you can’t seem to get an A on your APUSH chapter test. You’re always landing at the B and C range. No matter how hard you study, it doesn’t work. You start blaming your teachers for giving you too much work and you start to lose motivation. “With my B’s and/or C...
Feb 10, 2019•28 min•Ep. 14
I’m very excited to share this interview with Rachael Kable, the host of one of my absolute favorite podcasts, The Mindful Kind ! Rachael and I talk about mindfulness, which is especially important for high school students. We all experience stress, although high school students appear to carry it the most, especially in light of college admissions. Incorporating the easy & tangible mindfulness techniques Rachael mentions can lead to better physical health, attention, memory improvement, str...
Feb 03, 2019•38 min•Ep. 13
Jane Stine is the Managing Director of Loop Abroad, a program that focuses on high school students studying abroad with a particular focus on Animal Sciences. Studying abroad is a wonderful choice for those who are interested in it, but as we discuss, it’s all about how you grow and transform from your experiences that truly make you stand out in the competitive college admissions journey. Not only did we discuss studying abroad, but Jane and I go in depth on the stress surrounding college admis...
Jan 27, 2019•39 min•Ep. 12
Today, I’m speaking with Ted Dorsey -- a test prep EXPERT. Ted has a passion for figuring out standardized tests, and now runs his business where he helps students plan their best for the SAT, ACT, SAT II, and other exams required to get accepted into the dream college. Fun fact! He even starred on Jeopardy and has lots of insight on resolving the stress and anxiety around test prep. Ted and I go in-depth about test anxiety, where it comes from, and how to solve it. We both agree -- Junior year ...
Jan 20, 2019•35 min•Ep. 11
Danny Kim specializes in smartphone addiction and its impact on emotional intelligence. Today, he shares tons of insight on the science behind why smartphone addiction is such a problem for families around the globe. Social media and smartphone addiction is a problem we ALL know and experience… But are teens really the only ones who are the most susceptible? Danny and I dive in on the real causes of the current generation’s obsession with smartphones, and how parents may be the actual culprits i...
Jan 13, 2019•32 min•Ep. 10
As 2018 comes to a close and we begin 2019, I thought it’d be great to share with you my biggest college admissions-related takeaways from the past year. Admissions have changed significantly in the past year, and there’s a lot we can learn from this past application cycle. In this episode, you'll learn: My five BIGGEST takeaways from the college admissions cycle this year. What you can do to incorporate these things into your college application. What productivity actually means… and why you sh...
Jan 06, 2019•31 min•Ep. 9
