College and Career Clarity

By Lisa Marker Robbins

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Episodes: 231

Description

If you’re the parent of a 15 to 25-year-old and you’re worried they don’t have a clear direction for what comes next, you’re not alone.

Too many young people are asked to make big decisions about their future without a process to figure out what actually fits. When they guess, wait, or follow the wrong advice, it often leads to wasted time, lost momentum, and frustration.


College and Career Clarity helps families prepare their teen or young adult to launch into adulthood with clarity and confidence.

Hosted by Lisa Marker-Robbins, a career coach with over 30 years of experience, this podcast focuses on what actually leads to a successful launch: building self-awareness, exploring options, and validating the right path before making high-stakes decisions.


You’ll learn:
 • How to help your teen or young adult build real direction before choosing what’s next
 • How to avoid common missteps that leave young people stuck, starting over, or lacking confidence

 • What it actually takes to move forward with clarity, confidence, and traction


Whether your teen or young adult is planning for what comes after high school, navigating college, or already out and trying to find their path, this podcast will give you a clearer way forward.




Episode Date
Stop Trying to Impress Colleges: What Admissions Really Want with Susan Knoppow
Jun 09, 2026
The Summer Mistake That Leaves Families Panicked by Labor Day
Jun 02, 2026
Why Capable Kids End Up Stuck in Miserable Jobs
May 26, 2026
3 Ways Well-Meaning Parents Hurt Independence (Without Realizing It)
May 19, 2026
What Your “On Track” Child Might Be Missing
May 12, 2026
The Real Deadline for Choosing a College Major (What Families Often Miss)
May 05, 2026
Why “Feeling Clear” Can Lead Your Child in the Wrong Direction
Apr 28, 2026
The Connection Skill That Builds Confidence with Dr. Tracy Brower
Apr 21, 2026
How Apprenticeships Are Changing Fast and Why It Matters with John Loyack and Andrew Gardner
Apr 14, 2026
The #1 Predictor of Your Child’s Career Success (It’s Not What You Think)
Apr 07, 2026
Why Career Focused College Starts Earlier with Champlain’s Alex Hernandez
Mar 31, 2026
Is That Career Credential Right for Your Kid? How to Boost Outcomes
Mar 24, 2026
How to Protect Your Kids' Digital Wellbeing in the AI Age with Dr. Sajita Setia
Mar 17, 2026
Why "Find a Job You Love" Sends the Wrong Message to Gen Z
Mar 10, 2026
Why “That Job Hasn’t Been Invented Yet” Can Keep Kids Stuck
Mar 03, 2026
Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Career Advice—and What To Say Instead
Feb 24, 2026
“You Can Be Anything”: Why This Advice Backfires with Your Young Person
Feb 17, 2026
Confidence Blueprint: Setting Your Young Person Up for Success with Jennifer Gershberg
Feb 10, 2026
How to Choose a College That Delivers Career ROI, with Jeff Selingo
Feb 03, 2026
How to Use Course Scheduling to Demonstrate Fit and Direction
Jan 27, 2026
From College First to Career Fit: How College and Career Clarity Has Evolved
Jan 20, 2026
A Better Path? Why Skilled Trades Might Beat College with JJ Owen
Jan 13, 2026
How to Support Career Planning When Chronic Health is a Factor with Annie Tulkin
Jan 06, 2026
Best of 2025: The Hidden Impact of College Major Selection on Admissions with Rick Clark
Dec 30, 2025
Best of 2025: How Small Academic Changes Can Mean Big Merit Aid Dollars with Brian Eufinger
Dec 23, 2025
Best of 2025: Scientifically Matching Your Teen to an Ideal Career Path with Amy Shepley
Dec 16, 2025
How Personal Storytelling Builds Confidence, Clarity, and Career Readiness with Jackie Bailey
Dec 09, 2025
Surviving Winter Break with Family: Andrea Malkin Brenner on Staying Connected
Dec 02, 2025
How to Raise Curious, Future-Ready Teens – with Kami Wanous
Nov 25, 2025
Building Post High School Resilience and Career Confidence: Ethan Zellner's Journey
Nov 18, 2025
Celebrating 200 Episodes: The Truth About What’s Holding Young People Back
Nov 11, 2025
Sports Careers Beyond the Game: Opportunities Off the Field with Stephen Master
Nov 04, 2025
Match Majors to Money: A Scholarship Strategy with Lisa, Dave & Mike
Oct 28, 2025
Avoiding the Default Major: Smart Steps for Aspiring Business Students with Anita Doddi
Oct 21, 2025
5 Must-Know Hiring Trends & How They Impact Your Student with Christine Rigby-Hall
Oct 14, 2025
Modern Manners that Boost Confidence & Career Readiness with Brooke Romney
Oct 07, 2025
Music Careers Uncovered: Are They Really Viable And A Smart Choice?
Sep 30, 2025
From Mom’s Path to Her Own: Building Career Confidence for Daughters with Ilana Levitt
Sep 23, 2025
Scholarship Strategy: What To Do Each Year of High School with Dave Peterson
Sep 16, 2025
How Mentorship Can Change Your Student with Dr. Karen Corbin and Catie Kean
Sep 09, 2025
More Than Pilots: 1.5 Million Aviation Jobs Ahead with René Banglesdorf
Sep 02, 2025
Is It Normal Anxiety—or More? A Guide for Parents with Zack Schafer
Aug 26, 2025
How to Successfully Align Majors, Credits, and Careers with Jaime Smith
Aug 19, 2025
Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack Goldstein to UPenn
Aug 12, 2025
College May Not Be the Next Step—Here’s How to Know with Joanna Lilley
Aug 05, 2025
From "Little Jobs" to Big Wins: Internship Strategies That Work with Ramon Santillan
Jul 29, 2025
How Parents Unknowingly Derail Career Launches with Kolby Goodman
Jul 22, 2025
Women in STEM Success: College Research Tips with Jyoti Jain
Jul 15, 2025
Navigating the Secret Workplace Rules No One Tells Gen Z About with Brianne Rush
Jul 08, 2025
How to Stay Close as a Family When Life Gets Busy with Jeremy Hill
Jul 01, 2025
Is an AI Major Right for Your Teen? with Dr. Jennifer Stephan
Jun 24, 2025
Music Career Myths: What Parents Need to Know with Melissa Mulligan
Jun 17, 2025
The New Admissions Reality: Prove Your Academic Preparedness with David Blobaum
Jun 10, 2025
Empower Teens to Bridge Differences and Thrive with Tara Harvey
Jun 03, 2025
Boosting Selective College Admissions and Affordability with Phil Black
May 27, 2025
Mastering College Admissions Interviews for Better Results with Alison Slater
May 20, 2025
In-Demand Entrepreneurial Skills Every Teen Needs with Stephen Carter
May 13, 2025
The Top 3 Scholarship Essays That Win Money with Leia LeMaster Horton
May 06, 2025
Building Math Confidence for Better Career Options with Ben Orlin
Apr 29, 2025
Behind the Scenes: What Makes a College Application Fall Flat with Amanda Leszczuk
Apr 22, 2025
AI and College Essays: What Families Need to Know with Susan Knoppow
Apr 15, 2025
The Hidden Impact of College Major Selection on Admissions with Rick Clark
Apr 08, 2025
How to Identify Student-Centered Colleges: Key Insights with Elliot Felix
Apr 01, 2025
Scientifically Matching Your Teen to an Ideal Career Path with Amy Shepley
Mar 25, 2025
Admissions Insider Q&A with John Durante: Your College Questions Answered
Mar 18, 2025
How Small Academic Changes Can Mean Big Merit Aid Dollars with Brian Eufinger
Mar 11, 2025
Unlocking Neurodiversity & Career Planning Success with Rebecca Whittaker Matte
Mar 04, 2025
Building Your Teen's College Support Team with Megan Rose
Feb 25, 2025
Expert Guide to Summer Programs for Teens with Cindy McCormick
Feb 18, 2025
Boost Your Teen's Personal Narrative Before Applications with Dave Peterson
Feb 11, 2025
How World Languages Open Doors with Dr. Karyn Koven
Feb 04, 2025
Study Strategies to Beat Your Teen's Mid-Year Slump with Katie Azevedo
Jan 28, 2025
Behind the Mic: Lisa's Journey to Launch Career Clarity
Jan 21, 2025
Decoding GPA Confusion Before College Apps with Ann LaFemina
Jan 14, 2025
Unlock What College Admissions Officers Want with Dr. John Durante
Jan 07, 2025
Best of 2024: Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins
Dec 31, 2024
Best of 2023: College Admissions Demystified—The Role of Majors with Andy Borst
Dec 24, 2024
Best of 2022: Simplify College Major Selection Using the Birkman with Sharon Birkman
Dec 17, 2024
Getting Student Leadership Experiences and Internships with INTERalliance
Dec 10, 2024
Teen Career Development: Who's Responsible? with Vicki Weisbrod
Dec 03, 2024
Move Beyond Helicopter Parenting with Cheryl Pankhurst
Nov 26, 2024
Boosting STEM Student Success Through Math Contests with Vida John
Nov 19, 2024
Teen Career Development: From Overwhelm to Confidence with Lisa Marker Robbins
Nov 12, 2024
Law Careers Beyond the Courtroom with Lauren McClain
Nov 05, 2024
Overcoming Student Procrastination with Michelle McAnaney, the College Spy
Oct 29, 2024
Early College Application Strategies with Jeff Levy & Jennie Kent
Oct 22, 2024
Military Service Academy Majors & Career Paths with Phil Black
Oct 15, 2024
FAFSA & Financial Aid Delays: Buying College Better with Beth Walker
Oct 08, 2024
SAT, ACT, and Test-Optional Admissions: What Parents Need to Know with David Blobaum
Oct 01, 2024
Lessons Learned from 200+ Colleges with John Durante
Sep 24, 2024
Avoiding the Pitfalls of College Transfers with Jaime Smith
Sep 17, 2024
Showcasing Leadership in College Admissions with Lee Norwood
Sep 10, 2024
Your Teen's (Perfect) College Application Essay with College Bound Mentor
Sep 03, 2024
Raising Resilient Teens with Dr. Tovah Klein
Aug 27, 2024
Performing Arts Majors: Tips for Navigating Admissions with Mollie Reznick
Aug 20, 2024
Transformative Cultural Abroad Experiences for Teen Personal Growth with Johnny Tock
Aug 13, 2024
Public vs. Private Colleges: Myths and Facts with Dr. Matthew Ward
Aug 06, 2024
Tips for College-Bound Neurodiverse Students with Jessica Nelson
Jul 30, 2024
Computer Science and STEM Admissions Tips with Jyoti Jain
Jul 23, 2024
Exploring Liberal Arts Colleges: Benefits and Fit with Anne Ingersoll
Jul 16, 2024
Pathway to Becoming a Pilot: Admissions and Career Insights with Penny Linsenmayer
Jul 09, 2024
Empowering Teens for Success: Career Readiness with Lorna Bryant
Jul 02, 2024
Winning College Scholarships: Expert Tips with Dave The Scholarship Coach
Jun 25, 2024
Showcasing Your Teen's Character & Curiosity to Colleges with Liz Krider
Jun 18, 2024
Supporting Jewish Students in their College Search Process with Sam Joustra
Jun 11, 2024
Colleges Share How Admissions by Major Works with Lisa Marker Robbins
Jun 04, 2024
Application Tips from a Former Admissions Counselor with Heather Parry
May 28, 2024
College Institutional Priorities: Understanding Who Gets In with Aly Beaumont
May 21, 2024
Finding the Right Test Prep with Amy Seeley and Mike Bergin
May 14, 2024
Mentorship and Innovation Ideas for Your Teen with Tony Antonelli and Wilson Turner
May 07, 2024
Experiential Learning: Unlocking Your Teen's Career Path with Drews Mitchell
Apr 30, 2024
How to Change Your College Major Successfully with Kaci Kortis
Apr 23, 2024
Occupational Therapy Career Close-Up with Chris Robbins
Apr 16, 2024
The Supportive Parents' Guide on the Road to College with Kristina Dooley
Apr 09, 2024
Helping Your Teen Pick the Right Major and Career with Deborah Allen
Apr 02, 2024
Making the Final College Decision with Marni Levine
Mar 26, 2024
Decoding GPA: Insights for College Admissions with Jess Chermak
Mar 19, 2024
Optometry Career Close-Up with Ted McElroy, O.D.
Mar 12, 2024
Ushering in the New Digital SAT with Jackie Pollina
Mar 05, 2024
Mythbusting In-State v. Out-of-State Universities with Cristiana Quinn
Feb 27, 2024
How to Know if College is Still Worth It
Feb 20, 2024
Maximizing Summer: Effective Planning Tips with Cindy McCormick
Feb 13, 2024
Exploring Licensed Clinical Social Work Careers with Shara Ruffin
Feb 06, 2024
Strategies for Silencing Your Teen's Inner Critic with Natalie Borrell
Jan 30, 2024
The College Admissions Interview, What to Expect and How to Prep with Vince Garcia
Jan 23, 2024
Navigating Choices between AP or Dual Enrollment with Julie Spak
Jan 16, 2024
Navigating College Paths for Music and Performing Arts Majors with Dr. Christine Gangelhoff
Jan 09, 2024
#103 Advice on the FAFSA Delay for College-Bound Families with Beth Walker
Jan 02, 2024
Classic Rewind: College Admission by Major with Andy Borst
Dec 26, 2023
Classic Rewind: Everything You Think You Know About College Essays Is Wrong with Susan Knoppow
Dec 19, 2023
Can You Really Trust What Colleges Say Matters in Admission? with Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski, David Blobaum, and Becky Priest
Dec 12, 2023
Navigating College with Physical Disabilities and Health Conditions with Annie Tulkin
Dec 05, 2023
How Your Teen Can Benefit from an Honors College with Sylvia Borgo
Nov 28, 2023
How Colleges Assess Your Teen's Fit to Major with Lisa Marker Robbins
Nov 21, 2023
Your Changing Role: Preparing to be a Great College Parent with Andrea Brenner
Nov 14, 2023
Navigating ACT & SAT Accommodations: How to Get Approved & Avoid Common Mistakes with Wendy Raynor
Nov 07, 2023
Strategies for Intentional Parenting in the Teen Years with Keely Ng
Oct 31, 2023
The Homeschoolers Guide to Standardized Testing: AP, PSAT, ACT, SAT, and CLT with Leia LeMaster Horton
Oct 24, 2023
Who Community Colleges & Regional Campuses are Especially Good For with Stephanie Duguid
Oct 17, 2023
How ROTC Programs Train Future Officers & Help Pay For College with Lisa Rielage
Oct 10, 2023
Should my teen take the Online ACT? with Adam Snoza
Oct 03, 2023
How the CSS Profile Could Impact What You Pay for College with Beatrice Schultz
Sep 26, 2023
Executive Function Skills for College Success with Lauran Kerr-Heraly
Sep 19, 2023
Why Applying Early to Your College Of Choice Could be a Strategic Win with Julie Kelsheimer
Sep 12, 2023
Advice for High School Athletes About Playing in College with Dave Morris
Sep 05, 2023
Upcoming Changes to Federal Financial Aid with Beth Walker
Aug 29, 2023
How to Write the “Why this Major” College Essay with Lisa Marker Robbins
Aug 22, 2023
Life Preparation through the SAT/ACT with Barak Moore
Aug 15, 2023
Facing the Unexpected: How to Get to College During Tough Times with Wendy Briley
Aug 08, 2023
Free Resources to Search for Colleges that Fit Your Teen with Susie Watts
Aug 01, 2023
Steps to Crush Teen Stress and Bring Relief with Dr. Ben Bernstein
Jul 25, 2023
How to Build the Right College List for Engineering Majors with Jennifer Stephan
Jul 18, 2023
5 Essential Questions to Ask Colleges Before Submitting Applications with Lisa Marker Robbins
Jul 11, 2023
Reframing Post-Graduation Success for Struggling Students with Scotti Weintraub
Jul 04, 2023
Who Should Consider Christian Colleges with Jeremiah Gonia
Jun 27, 2023
How to Build a "Responsible" College List with Cathy Copeland Titus
Jun 20, 2023
What Admissions Officers Want Students to Know with Kim Lifton
Jun 13, 2023
Mind your Mindset while Parenting Teens with Megan Hyatt Miller
Jun 06, 2023
Summer is the Key to Academic Success with David Blobaum
May 30, 2023
School Discipline and College Admissions with Hanna Stotland
May 23, 2023
Military Service Academies with Lisa Rielage
May 16, 2023
The Ins and Outs of AP Courses with Megan Rose
May 08, 2023
How to Get the Most Out Of College with Elliot Felix
May 02, 2023
Who Should Consider Catholic Colleges with Dean Kilgour and Joyce Masek
Apr 25, 2023
Everything You Think You Know About College Essays Is Wrong with Susan Knoppow
Apr 18, 2023
How Your Teen Can Get Admitted to the College They Love with Marni Levine
Apr 11, 2023
Is Entrepreneurship the Right Path for Your Teen with Ryan Henry
Apr 04, 2023
College Admission Strategies for Homeschool Families with Rebecca Stuart - Orlowski
Mar 28, 2023
Gap Year: Is it a better freshmen start?
Mar 21, 2023
COVID Impact on College Admissions with Amy Seeley and Cristiana Quinn
Mar 14, 2023
Say Goodbye to the Paper SAT Test with David Blobaum
Mar 07, 2023
Career Close-Up: Accounting Doesn't Have to be Boring with Jim Vogt
Feb 28, 2023
Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Computer Science Admissions
Feb 21, 2023
College Admission by Major with Andy Borst
Feb 14, 2023
Finding College Campuses that Fit Your Teen with Anita Gajula
Feb 07, 2023
Scholarships: Where to Find & How to Win Them with Jennifer Finetti
Jan 31, 2023
High School Course Selection Tips with Julie Spak
Jan 24, 2023
ACT Data & the Story It Tells for Your Student with Rose Babington
Jan 17, 2023
Demonstrated Interest: How It Can Help Guide Your College Search with Sylvia Borgo
Jan 10, 2023
Navigating the College Bound Journey: Tips for On-Time Completion
Jan 03, 2023
Best of 2022: ACT-SAT Test Optional Admission Data
Dec 27, 2022
Best of 2022: A Game Changer - Career Counseling in High School
Dec 20, 2022
Best of 2022: Building Motivation & Stress Tolerance for Happy Teens
Dec 13, 2022
The Neurodivergent College-Bound Journey with Eric Endlich
Dec 06, 2022
How to Recession Proof Your College Bound Journey
Nov 29, 2022
Career Close-Up: Commercial Photography with Ali Wolfe
Nov 22, 2022
Student Guide to Acing Interviews with Julie Crenshaw
Nov 15, 2022
College Major Identification with the Birkman Method
Nov 08, 2022
Will grade inflation hurt your teen? with Brian Eufinger
Nov 01, 2022
Nursing Program Admissions with Jon Rice
Oct 25, 2022
Building Motivation & Stress Tolerance for Happy Teens with Ned Johnson
Oct 18, 2022
Career Close-Up: Forensic Scientist with Antoinette Campbell
Oct 11, 2022
How to Get Financial Aid Now with Stuart Siegel
Oct 04, 2022
ACT-SAT Test Optional Admission Data with Brooke Hansen
Sep 27, 2022
How to Know if a College is Giving Their Best Price with Mark Salisbury
Sep 20, 2022
How my course helps with college visits, lists, apps, essays, & more
Sep 13, 2022
Overcoming College Major Confusion with Natalie Schwartzkopf
Sep 06, 2022
Your College List: Majors & Careers with Katie Bauer
Aug 30, 2022
Your College List: Financial Fit with Dr. Abigail Sussman
Aug 23, 2022
Your College List: Social Fit with Grace Yi
Aug 16, 2022
Your College List: Academic Fit with Cyndy McDonald
Aug 09, 2022
Decision Coaching Tips for College Bound Families with Kirsten Parker
Aug 02, 2022
What Extracurriculars Should Your Teen Pursue?
Jul 26, 2022
Differences between Engineering & Engineering Technology Majors & Jobs with Matt Franchetti
Jul 19, 2022
Creating Your College Bound Calendar
Jul 12, 2022
Student Success Story: Steps for Teens Creating Their Own Extracurricular
Jul 05, 2022
Tools for Raising Thriving Teens with Mandy Fontaine
Jun 28, 2022
College Visit Tips from the College Spy with Michelle McAnaney
Jun 21, 2022
The College Bound Student Athlete Process with Katie Anderson
Jun 14, 2022
Career Close-up: Psychologist with Dr. Robin Arthur
Jun 07, 2022
Teaching Your Teen “How to College” with Dr. Andrea Brenner
May 31, 2022
College Essay Help from an Expert with Betsy Cadel
May 24, 2022
How to Get Freshman Year Free with David Vise
May 17, 2022
Your Teen's Summer To-Do List
May 10, 2022
Career Close-Up: Architecture with Maria Pastorelli & Emily Khalid Zand
May 03, 2022
Unplanned Career Paths with Mike Bergin
Apr 26, 2022
Undergrad and Master’s Business Programs with Linda Abraham
Apr 19, 2022
The Many Advantages of a Gap Year with Holly Bull
Apr 12, 2022
Advice from Empowered Career Women with Joshua Morgan
Apr 05, 2022
Student Spotlight: Kate’s High School Internships with Kate & Alyssa Louagie
Mar 29, 2022
Tips for Sending Student Emails that Get a Response
Mar 22, 2022
How Smart Parents Find the Right School for the Right Price with Beth Walker
Mar 15, 2022
A NASA Research Scientist's Geology Career Pathway with Kyra Kim
Mar 08, 2022
Set Your Student Up to Crush College Stress with Dale Troy
Mar 01, 2022
Sneak Peek of the Launch Career Clarity Course
Feb 22, 2022
Advice for Students Considering Medicine and Healthcare Careers with Luisa Rabe
Feb 15, 2022
Getting the Scoop on College Visits with Moira McCullough
Feb 08, 2022
Career Close-Up: Cybersecurity with Mike Schuetter
Feb 01, 2022
How to Raise an Adult with Julie Lythcott Haims
Jan 25, 2022
A Game Changer - Career Counseling in High School with Vicki Weisbrod
Jan 25, 2022
Welcome to College & Career Clarity
Jan 14, 2022