Ivy League Prep Academy Podcast

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The Student's Perspective; Daniel Waheed Jul 04, 2022

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Daniel Waheed shares his impact projects, and talks through how he is tying in his core values and personal history to craft his application narrative.
In this interview, we learn about how to think about an impact project
How being more effective is easier than being less effective (in college prep)
Why his impact project isn't even just about college prep-- it is his genuine calling.

The Student Perspective: George Banke Jun 27, 2022

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George Banke felt like he was floating along in life, and lacked the focus that he needed to feel confident in his college prep.
In this interview, he shares what happened to give him the clarity he needed, and what he is doing now to prepare for college in a way that is exciting, motivating, and effective.
Listen in to learn about his impact project as well.

Build Your Teen's Confidence Masterclass pt. 3 Jun 26, 2022

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In part 3 of our 'sneak peak' into the recent Masterclass about how to help build teen confidence, we learn:
*Why feeling nervousness is wonderful-- and how to convert the nervous energy into excitement that can help you focus and perform better.
*How to anticipate being bad at something in order to later get good at it.
*A reminder that we always underestimate how much we can accomplish in 5 years, but we overestimate what we can accomplish in 1 year-- because we forget to account for the Valley of Disappointment.
and more
To join the Facebook group and participate in our next masterclass, go to TILC.to/FB
Join today!

Build Your Teen's Confidence Masterclass pt. 2 Jun 24, 2022

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In part two, we move on to the second type of confidence: the idea that when I don't have skills or experience, I still know that eventually I can figure out a solution as long as I bring myself to the equation.
This type of confidence requires that we have learned at least some skill at a high level before, so that we can anticipate with accuracy how the Valley of Disappointment will feel.
This is a sneak peak into a masterclass that I gave (for free) in my Facebook group- Parents of Ambitious Teens: Personal Growth & Healthy College Prep.
If you'd like to participate in future masterclasses, be sure to join the Facebook group right away.
Go to TILC.to/FB
See you there!

Build Your Teen's Confidence Masterclass pt. 1 Jun 22, 2022

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Teen (and preteen) confidence is one of the most important traits to help develop.
But how?
Unfortunately a lot of advice on the topic is incomplete.
In my Facebook Group (Parents of Ambitious Teens: Personal Growth & Healthy College Prep) I taught a masterclass to help parents help their teens.
In part one, you'll hear about one form of confidence, and why the advice "just do it" or "just get started" can be counterproductive.
To join my Facebook group and be able to participate in future masterclasses, go to TILC.to/FB and don't forget to answer the questions.
See you there!

Harvard Leader Dr. Weissbourd on Healthy College Prep Jun 20, 2022

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Harvard professor Dr. Richard Weissbourd is currently a senior lecturer on education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and at the Kennedy School of Government.
In our discussion today, we are particularly excited to hear about the Making Caring Common Project that he directs, and the Turning the Tide initiative, which is a national effort to reform college admissions that has engaged almost 200 college admissions offices in promoting ethical engagement, reducing damaging achievement pressure in high school and increasing equity and access for economically disadvantaged students.
Listen in to get his take on the following questions:
1. Of all the things you could be doing with your time and expertise, you devote a lot of yourself to Making Caring Common & Turning the Tide. Why is this effort so important right now?

2. you know from our previous conversations that I am a strong advocate of Turning the Tide, and many of my listeners are high school guidance counselors and other youth leaders. What can we be doing better to support ambitious teens today?

3. Is it possible for college prep to be the catalyst to inspire teens to find their core values and become healthier rather than stressed out?

4. What advice would you have for the ambitious 14 year-old listening in now?

How to Get Outstanding Letters of Recommendation Jun 13, 2022

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As someone who has written hundreds of letters of recommendation, and has spent just as much time talking to the admissions officers who read others' letters of recommendation, I know that these letters can make or break your application.
But rec letters feel like something that is completely out of your control.
Or are they?
There are things you can do to ensure you will be getting outstanding recommendation letters. In this podcast, I teach the secret strategy that has helped my students get into Harvard, Stanford, and other amazing schools.

Summer Cohort Registration Now Open! Jun 08, 2022

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Registration for the Summer 2022 cohort of the Ivy League Challenge is now open!
To participate in the bootcamp (July 3-16) or standard cohort (weekly on Thursdays beginning July 14th) all from 8-10 PM eastern time, go to www.theivyleaguechallenge.com to register!
To register for the Ivy League Challenge, go to www.theivyleaguechallenge.com
To schedule a call with me, go to https://calendly.com/theivyleaguechallenge/meet-with-steve

College Prep Timeline: A Grade-by-grade Guide Jun 06, 2022

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Want to make sure you or your teen are on track in your college prep?
Wondering when college prep should really begin?
This podcast takes you through a free guide that I've created to help you follow a healthy and highly effective timeline of events to know you are fully prepared for college preparation.
To get your FREE guide, go to TILC.to/timeline

AMAZING Announcement & Dates for Summer Cohort Set Jun 02, 2022

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Registration for the Summer 2022 cohort of the Ivy League Challenge will open soon, but the date is already set.
Mark your calendars beginning Thursday, July 14, from 8-10 PM Eastern time. The course will run for 12 total weeks (weekly calls).
Also, be sure to listen to this episode to hear the unbelievable great news about this upcoming cohort.
To contact me, email me at theivyleaguechallenge@gmail.com
See you in the program!

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