With all of the competition to get into a good college these days, students need something to help them stand out. This is where a well-crafted and epic admissions essay comes into play. But, this is also where students struggle the most in their application process. So, let’s explore why a good college essay is so important and how to write an amazing admissions essay all in one place. The added bonus of this blog is that it also gives you access to one of my best admission essay-writing secrets- the brainstorming activity that will help you figure out what you need to convey in your application.

Do you want to learn how to interview better than 99% of other applicants? Do you need help learning to stay calm and confident during interviews? I think everyone needs this at some point in their career. Research has identified 3 things you must do well in order to be highly successful during the interview process as well as 11 things you must know when you walk into any interview. These tips are extremely helpful to clients when looking for success in interviews.

Prepping for college applications can be a challenge, but one of the easiest and best places to start is by writing your resume. Get the best tips on how to write a high school resume, including a free high school resume template that you can download and edit. Get all of the advice you need on what to include in your high school resume and how to format it so that you stand out from other applicants, including 8 Key sections to include on your resume, 7 Essential Tips for resume writing, and 6 smart suggestions for all resumes.

Stress from work impacts all of us, and sometimes it can go beyond just normal stress and cause burnout. After doing a lot of research, I’ve found that there are signs and risk factors for workplace burnout. While we can’t control everything that happens at work, there are things we can do to control how we respond to work stress and to reduce burnout. This article give you signs of burnout, ways to predict if you are likely to face workplace burnout, and ways to cope with workplace stress.

Confused about how to pick a college major? You are not alone! This can be a scary and definitely daunting task for high school students and parents. This blog post provides simple strategies to help students figure out possible majors and careers that would work well for them and provide them with a stable future.

Writing a resume can be challenging and many people don’t know where to start. I always say, start from the beginning. On your resume, that translates to the top 1/3 of the first page, which happens to be the most crucial part for getting the rest of your resume reviewed and getting you in for a job interview. This blog details the tips and tricks of writing an amazing top section of your resume and even comes with a free resume guide.

3 Quick and Easy Steps to Writing an ATS-Friendly Resume; helps your resume get seen by a recruiter. Today’s job market is tough. It’s important to get your resume ATS-Friendly to grab the attention of hiring managers after it gets through the screening process. A strong resume is your foot in the door for an interview.

Financial aid packages come in all shapes and sized, and can be hard to understand and even harder to nagivate with the different formats they come in. Do you want to know the easiest way to understand your financial aid packages and how much it will cost to attend college? Do you need help making sense of what your financial aid package actually means? Get the answers so you can easily compare your fiancial aid packages and find out the best college option for you.

Are cover letters still relevant in your job search? The answer isn't always clear-cut and varies among recruiters and hiring managers. However, there are best practices that can help you stand out. Your cover letter is an opportunity to showcase what sets you apart from other candidates and highlight your communication skills. However, in some cases, not including a cover letter might be preferable. Remember, job search and cover letter requirements may vary by industry and experience level, so use your judgment and remember, you are worth it!

Sending out resumes but hearing nothing back is frustrating. This blog helps identify 4 of the main reason why you might not be getting interviews and provides bonus solutions on how to address it so you can elevate your job search.

Workplace burnout has drastically increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting millions of employees worldwide. Managing your work stress and burnout is hugely important for your career success and your mental health. Factors contributing to burnout include poor leadership, excessive workload, lack of control, unclear job expectations, poor work relationships, and insufficient rewards. Employers can mitigate the effects of burnout by promoting work-life balance, providing support and resources, setting clear expectations, recognizing and rewarding achievements, and creating a positive work environment. Encouragingly, employees can also take control of their burnout by establishing healthy boundaries, considering their motivations, and asking themselves important questions to gain insight into their work/life balance.

Once the acceptances start coming, it’s time to narrow down the list of colleges until you get to the one that’s a perfect fit for you. For some, this is a clear cut choice, but for most students this is a tough decision. This provides expert advice on what to look for in great universities and give you a how-to guide for picking the right and best college for you.

Parents and students always want to know the secret of writing the best college admissions essay- the best one I can tell you is to showcase your values. This blog, written by a college admissions expert, shows how you can highlight your values and incorporate some of your summer experiences to write the an effective admission essay. It provides questions for you to answer to walk you through the process and access to a comprehensive values list.

Everyone wants to perform their best during the interview process, but few actually know how. This blog has 5 tips that are easy to implement and will get you great results in your interviews.

It’s just about time to fill out your FAFSA and the panic hits… the FAFSA can be a scary process for even the most seasoned of parents, but with this helpful guide and interview with Interim Vice President for Enrollment and Financial Aid at Wilkes University, Mr. Jared Menghini. Learn all of the tips and tricks to filling out the FAFSA in one place, plus get the free guide for how to fill it out in 8 easy steps.

Scholarships are about the closest thing you can get to free money, but many students and parents are lost when it comes to where to look and how to apply. This blog contains 9 fantastic scholarship search engines and websites that will give you access to countless scholarship opportunities of all kinds. From niche scholarships to nationwide scholarships, there are scholarships for everyone to apply to.

Recently, coloring has made a huge comeback, and for good reason. In this article, you’ll find 5 well-known reasons to embrace coloring plus 2 additional reasons that are a bonus when it comes to teenagers. Also, a teachers and school counselors can find a great resource for their classrooms and offices here as well.

Having an internship is almost required in this day and age, but what if you aren’t getting what you need to out of yours? Well, that’s where this blog comes in- it’s loaded with great information about what to do to get more experience and how to ask for more responsibilities. A must read for any college level intern.

Many high school students struggle with what to do after high school graduation- this article is your answer: with all of the post-high school options available and laid out so you can easily understand them and what is involved, this is a great read for any parent or high school student.

Every want the secrets to getting into college? Well, this former admission counselor and school counselor breaks down everything that rising seniors need to do this summer to best prepare them for college applications this fall.