Confused to College Ready Podcast: Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search

By Courtney Kountz

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Unlocking the Secrets to Your College Search*****Top 10% Podcast and Top 25 for Education How To*****Are you tired of feeling stressed about the college search and college admissions? Do you feel like you’re on information overload and are sure you’ll miss something? Wonder where to start or what to do next? Is there a wrong school or path for your student? Do you wish you could be confident in understanding your college admission journey? Would an organization system help you keep track of dates, deadlines, and action steps? Do you want to save time and energy with less arguing and feelings of overwhelm?In this podcast, you will learn the simplest, yet most effective ways to help you Research your college options, understand the college admissions process, and easily make a decision – all while having positive conversations with your student! My mission is to serve students and their families and unlock the secrets to college searching with college-ready knowledge, systems, and a positive outlook, helping you be confident in your college search! If you’re ready to say yes to finding the right path for your student and being college-ready, you’re in the right place!Hey, there! I’m Courtney. A wife, boy-mom, lover of all things Harry Potter, and escape rooms. As a mental health therapist turned school counselor with over 15 years of experience, I have seen SO many students and families struggle with feelings of stress, overwhelm, and anxiety as they think about what to do after high school. The college search has multiple parts and each one seems just as big as the last one. Families and students spend hours researching schools, studying, and considering the right college. I am bringing my knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the college search experience. I realized that families and students need a plan that is suited to their needs and interests. If you’re ready to navigate high school and the college search process with someone to walk you through step by step…..all while managing stress, having positive communication, and providing simple and effective steps for you to follow, this podcast is for you! Grab a pen and notebook and get ready! I’m here to serve you and your student! Learn More at www.confusedtocollegready.com Connect at admin@confusedtoready.com Community www.confusedtocollegeready.com/group Instagram and Facebook @ confusedtocollegeready Free Guide on How to Start or Expand Your Business www.confusedtoready.com/howtostart Interested in a private coaching session to help you get unstuck? Email Courtney at admin@confusedtoready.com


Episode Date
Ep. 77 // Key Considerations to Find a College for Me ... or My Student
Feb 14, 2024
Ep. 76 // Talking with Admission Offices: An Interview Tip Guide
Jan 23, 2024
Ep. 75 // Your Options for College: Kickstart Your Search
Jan 18, 2024
Ep. 74 // Tips to Start the Year and Semester Strong
Jan 10, 2024
Ep. 73 // How to Survive the Waiting Game in College Admissions
Dec 14, 2023
Ep. 72 // 6 Helpful Career Assessment Quizzes
Dec 13, 2023
Ep. 71 // 7 Ways to Spend The Winter Break
Dec 07, 2023
Ep. 70 // How to Search for Scholarships
Nov 28, 2023
Ep. 69 // Is It Too Late to Apply to College?
Nov 27, 2023
Ep. 68 // FAFSA New Changes 2024-2025
Nov 15, 2023
Ep. 67 Good Gift Ideas for Teens
Nov 09, 2023
Ep. 66 // How to Pay For College
Nov 03, 2023
Ep. 65 // What Colleges Look For In An Application
Oct 18, 2023
Ep. 64 // How Does A GPA Work?
Jul 08, 2023
Ep. 63 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 2
Jun 22, 2023
Ep. 62 // 7 Most Important Things to Create Your List of Colleges Part 1
Jun 21, 2023
Ep. 61 // How to Find Colleges for Me
Jun 14, 2023
Ep. 60 // Ways to Search for Colleges
May 24, 2023
Ep. 59 // Is a Four Year College Worth the Cost?
May 17, 2023
Ep. 58 // Is College Right For Me?
May 10, 2023
Ep. 57 // Tips for Planning College Visits
Mar 22, 2023
Ep. 56 // Honors vs. AP: Choosing Which Classes to Take
Mar 08, 2023
Ep. 55 // Academic Rigor: What Does It Mean and Types of Courses
Feb 22, 2023
Ep. 54 // Strategies To Prep for ACT and SAT Exams
Feb 15, 2023
Ep. 53 // An Introduction to ACT vs SAT
Feb 08, 2023
Ep. 52 // 4 Steps to Create Your 4 Year Plan for High School
Jan 25, 2023
Ep. 51 // Start Now: Track Extracurricular Activities for High Schoolers
Jan 18, 2023
Ep. 50 // What Extracurricular Activities Should You Get Involved With?
Nov 30, 2022
Ep. 49 // Your Budget Friendly College Essential List
Nov 09, 2022
Ep. 48 // Don't Make These Mistakes on College Applications
Oct 26, 2022
Ep. 47 // Careers and Majors in the College Search
Oct 19, 2022
Ep. 46 // Staying Focused When You're Tired or Overwhelmed
Oct 06, 2022
Ep. 45 // FAFSA and College Applications: What is Our Timeline?
Sep 28, 2022
Ep. 44 // Are My Grades Too Low? What is the Average GPA for College?
Sep 21, 2022
Ep. 43 // Self Care Strategies: Being Aware of How You Feel in the College Admissions Process
Sep 14, 2022
Ep. 42 // 3 Tools to Create Your List of Colleges
Sep 07, 2022
Prioritizing Your College Criteria
Aug 31, 2022
Ep. 40 // Maintaining Positive Relationships During the College Admissions Process
Aug 24, 2022
Ep. 39 // Scholarships, Financial Aid, and the FAFSA, Oh My!
Aug 17, 2022
Your Roadmap to College
Aug 10, 2022
Ep. 37 // Where to Start with College Applications
Aug 03, 2022
Ep. 36 // What Colleges Should I Apply To
Jul 27, 2022
Meet Each College Application Deadline
Jul 20, 2022
Ep. 34 | College Admissions: How to Know What to Do Next Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Jul 13, 2022
Ep. 33//Stop Comparing Yourself to Others in the College Search
Jul 06, 2022
Ep. 32//Strategies to Help Pay for College with Kara Walker
Jun 29, 2022
How to Explore Careers in High School
Jun 22, 2022
Tell Your Story in the College Application
Jun 15, 2022
Start Conversations About College...and Life After High School
Jun 08, 2022
Your Path to College Part 2
Jun 01, 2022
Your Path to College is Not One Size Fits All
May 25, 2022
How to Find a Career That is Right for Me
May 18, 2022
College App for Students: You Don't Have to Wait Until the Fall to Start
May 11, 2022
Ep. 24 5 Techniques to Manage Stress in the College Search
May 04, 2022
10 Mistakes You're Making With Managing Financial Aid for Students
Apr 27, 2022
College Planning Schedule for Juniors in the Fall and Winter
Apr 20, 2022
Ep. 21 College Planning Checklist for Freshmen
Apr 13, 2022
Ep. 20 College Timeline for High School Sophomores
Apr 06, 2022
Ep. 19 College Admissions Timeline for Seniors
Mar 30, 2022
Ep. 18 ❓ Questions to Ask College Admission Counselors
Mar 23, 2022
Ep. 17 🗺️ Visiting College Campuses: Making The Most of Your Time
Mar 16, 2022
Ep. 16 📅 College Application Timeline for Juniors: Spring and Summer Tasks
Mar 09, 2022
Ep. 15/Rules for Email Etiquette: Making the Best First Impression
Mar 02, 2022
Ep. 14/ Empowering Students in the College Search: Don't Do Everything For Them
Feb 23, 2022
Ep. 13 How to Track Your College Application Deadlines
Feb 16, 2022
Ep. 12 5 Organization Strategies for College Searches That Are Guaranteed to Save Time and Energy
Feb 09, 2022
Ep. 11 3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Time While Searching for College
Feb 02, 2022
Ep. 10 College Financial Planning: How to Have Challenging Conversations with Ease
Jan 26, 2022
Ep. 9 Now is the BEST time to Start Your College Search
Dec 29, 2021
Ep. 8 Learn the Lingo: Types of Colleges
Dec 22, 2021
Ep. 7 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 3
Dec 15, 2021
Ep. 6 Does College Searching Have to Be SO Stressful?
Dec 08, 2021
Ep. 5 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 2
Dec 01, 2021
Ep. 4 You Don't Have to Attend an Elite College to be Successful
Nov 29, 2021
Ep 3. College Application Success: Having Positive Conversations
Nov 28, 2021
Ep. 2 How to Find the Right College for Your Student Part 1
Nov 27, 2021
Ep. 1 Confused about College Searches? Let’s get College READY!
Nov 27, 2021