#169 Teens, Writer's Block, and College Essays

In this episode I interview Cara Kalf, who is a writer, editor and teacher who coaches high-schoolers to write their best college application essays and get ready for the top-tier schools they plan to attend. For more advice on writing, admissions, and academic success, check out carakalf.com.  Questions we address are:  What is the best way to get organized and get started on applications? How do you avoid writer's block when it comes to writing your essays? How to help teens that are completely overwhelmed and don’t think there is anything special about their life. What are schools looking for in an essay? What are schools not looking for? What should students consider in writing supplemental essays? What are some traps that moms fall into when trying to help their teens with college applications. What is your best piece of advice for moms who are trying to motivate teens with their college applications. Contact Cara at connect@carakalf.com, or get free resources at carakalf.com, Follow Cara on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carakalf/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices