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College and Career Clarity

Lisa Marker Robbins

If you are overwhelmed with the college-bound journey, confused by how much things have changed, or frustrated by having more questions than answers, then College and Career Clarity is the compass you need, when you need it most. Weekly episodes with Lisa Marker-Robbins and her guests provide families with strategic guidance to resource your student to make informed choices that align with their passions, purpose, and potential future. You’ll be informed to be able to have intentional & productive

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32:08

Avoiding the Default Major: Smart Steps for Aspiring...

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2025/10/21

In this episode, Lisa and Anita discuss: The growing trend of students choosing business as a “default” or undecided majorThe value of real-world work experiences for high school and college students exploring businessWhat competitive business school admissions officers truly look for beyond academicsHow reflection, course choices, and extracurriculars shape clarity and college readiness for business majors Key Takeaways: Students should pursue any kind of job or small business experien...

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43:33

5 Must-Know Hiring Trends & How They Impact Your...

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2025/10/14

In this episode, Lisa and Christine discuss: Shifting hiring timelines and employer decision-making in today’s job marketGrowing importance of skills-based hiring and micro-internshipsInfluence of artificial intelligence on entry-level roles and required skillsContinued power of networking and accessing the hidden job market Key Takeaways: The average job search now takes three to six months, as companies add more interview rounds and assessments before extending offers.Skills-first hir...

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32:13

Modern Manners that Boost Confidence & Career...

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2025/10/07

In this episode, Lisa and Brooke discuss: The role of modern manners in building confidence and career readinessHow social, physical, and relationship etiquette shape professional connectionsStrategies for networking, job shadows, and informational interviewsThe influence of parents, mentors, and micro-habits in developing these skills Key Takeaways: Students should use simple conversation techniques—like making an observation and asking a question, or “throwing the ball back”—to create...

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71:59

Music Careers Uncovered: Are They Really Viable And A...

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2025/09/30

In this episode, Lisa, Dr. Gangelhoff, Dr. Alaina, and Melissa discuss: Shifts in the music industry and its evolving futureEducational pathways for aspiring musiciansBuilding independence, resilience, and clarity for young creativesFamily roles and perspectives in supporting artistic career choices Key Takeaways: Parents’ fears often stem from only imagining extremes—either starving artists or Grammy winners—yet most successful musicians build stable, thriving lives between those two p...

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45:32

From Mom’s Path to Her Own: Building Career...

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2025/09/23

In this episode, Lisa and Ilana discuss: Mother-daughter dynamics in shaping career confidence and identityThe unconscious transmission of attitudes about work, relationships, and self-worthNavigating the tension between supporting and controlling children’s career pathsThe role of self-awareness and open conversation in healthy career development Key Takeaways: Daughters absorb far more from how mothers navigate work, relationships, and confidence than from the advice they are given o...

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36:33

Scholarship Strategy: What To Do Each Year of High...

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2025/09/16

In this episode, Lisa and Dave discuss: Strategies for applying to scholarships throughout all four years of high schoolBuilding and refining a personal narrative that connects past experiences to future goalsThe role of family involvement and culture in long-term scholarship successNational, local, and organizational scholarship opportunities are available at different grade levels Key Takeaways: Students should begin applying for scholarships as early as freshman year, even if it’s on...

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37:11

How Mentorship Can Change Your Student with Dr. Karen...

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2025/09/09

In this episode, Lisa, Dr. Corbin, and Catie discuss: Mentorship as a driver of growth and opportunityThe mutual responsibilities within mentor–mentee relationshipsEarly guidance shaping confidence and career directionPaying forward lessons learned through mentoring others Key Takeaways: Mentorship offers students personalized support, creating opportunities that money alone cannot provide.Advocating for oneself and asking for help early—whether in high school classrooms or college —can...

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34:41

More Than Pilots: 1.5 Million Aviation Jobs Ahead...

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2025/09/02

In this episode, Lisa and René discuss: The wide range of career opportunities available in aviation, beyond being a pilotThe growing demand for aviation professionals due to industry growth and retirementsBarriers and opportunities for women in aviation careersWays for students and families to explore aviation early without costly commitments Key Takeaways: Over 1.5 million new jobs are expected to be added to the aviation industry in the next decade, spanning roles from pilots and me...

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40:06

Is It Normal Anxiety—or More? A Guide for Parents...

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2025/08/26

In this episode, Lisa and Zack discuss: Understanding the difference between everyday anxiety and an anxiety disorderThe role of technology and social media in contributing to Gen Z anxietyEvidence-based treatment approaches, including exposure therapyParenting strategies to support anxious teens without reinforcing fear Key Takeaways: Anxiety can be defined as an overestimation of threat and an underestimation of one’s ability to cope, and it becomes a disorder when it causes significa...

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36:12

How to Successfully Align Majors, Credits, and...

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2025/08/19

In this episode, Lisa and Jaime discuss: Understanding the role of impacted majors and prerequisitesThe critical importance of aligning majors with career goals earlyNavigating the complexities of college transfersFinancial planning and its impact on educational choices Key Takeaways: Over one-third of undergraduates transfer colleges, and without early planning around majors, prerequisites, and credit alignment, they risk losing time, money, and progress.Students in impacted majors li...

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28:08

Authenticity Wins: How Intentionality Led Jack...

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2025/08/12

In this episode, Lisa and Jack discuss: How authenticity influences a student’s journey through high school and college admissionsMaking intentional academic and extracurricular choices instead of chasing prestigePersonal growth through adversity and how it can translate into advocacy and leadershipUsing entrepreneurship to solve real-world problems in the college admissions process Key Takeaways: Crafting a college application around a meaningful personal narrative—especially one root...

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36:47

College May Not Be the Next Step—Here’s How to Know...

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2025/08/05

In this episode, Lisa and Joanna discuss: Exploring alternatives to the traditional college timelineThe evolving role of parents in post-secondary decision-makingEmotional and psychological challenges facing college-bound teensThe importance of preparation and intentional planning for life after high school Key Takeaways: College readiness is less about academic performance and more about whether a student can live independently, manage their time without reminders, handle stress in he...

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38:00

From "Little Jobs" to Big Wins: Internship Strategies...

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2025/07/29

In this episode, Lisa and Ramon discuss: The importance of real-world work experience in building employable skillsHow to approach job searching and internships with a strategic mindsetThe unique challenges and strengths of neurodivergent students in career developmentWhy traditional career services often fall short in preparing students for the real job market Key Takeaways: Applying to hundreds of jobs (e.g., 500+) with a generic resume rarely yields results; students must instead cr...

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37:32

How Parents Unknowingly Derail Career Launches with...

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2025/07/22

In this episode, Lisa and Kolby discuss: Challenges young adults face when transitioning from school to meaningful workHow parental involvement influences early career outcomesShifts in modern job search strategies and market expectationsRole of communication, curiosity, and empathy in career conversations Key Takeaways: Parents often misinterpret their child’s job search struggles as laziness when, in reality, outdated strategies and a broken formula of “work harder = success” demand a...

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28:17

Women in STEM Success: College Research Tips with...

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2025/07/15

In this episode, Lisa and Jyoti discuss: Evaluating college programs for women pursuing STEM degreesThe impact of institutional culture and faculty representation on female STEM persistenceThe role of clubs, communities, and scholarships in STEM success for womenTools and strategies for in-depth college research for female STEM students Key Takeaways: Female representation among STEM faculty and mentors significantly improves persistence and confidence in women students by providing rel...

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35:27

Navigating the Secret Workplace Rules No One Tells...

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2025/07/08

In this episode, Lisa and Brianne discuss: Navigating unspoken rules in the modern workplaceBuilding emotional intelligence and soft skills for career growthAdapting to emerging technologies like AI in career planningOvercoming generational biases and workplace stereotypes Key Takeaways: To succeed in both interviews and long-term career growth, young professionals must focus on developing strong communication abilities, demonstrate consistent curiosity, and embrace self-driven learning...

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25:42

How to Stay Close as a Family When Life Gets Busy...

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2025/07/01

In this episode, Lisa and Jeremy discuss: Navigating the tension between building a career and staying connected with familyDeveloping intentional family habits to foster communication and connectionMentorship and parenting as parallel paths of leadership and influenceThe evolving dynamics of parent-child relationships over time Key Takeaways: Regularly engaging in open-ended, judgment-free conversations—such as a structured “questions game” with mutual vulnerability—can significantly ...

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41:34

Is an AI Major Right for Your Teen? with Dr. Jennifer...

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2025/06/24

In this episode, Lisa and Jennifer discuss: AI as a formal academic major and how it intersects with other disciplinesStrategies for aligning student strengths and interests with suitable college majorsHow to assess readiness and fit for AI-related college programs and careersCultivating adaptable, future-proof skills in a rapidly changing tech landscape Key Takeaways: While only a dozen U.S. universities currently offer formal AI majors, these programs are rapidly evolving and can be c...

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32:56

Music Career Myths: What Parents Need to Know with...

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2025/06/17

In this episode, Lisa and Melissa discuss: The misconceptions and realities of pursuing a music careerThe value and limitations of majoring in music at collegeHow parents can support teens responsibly pursuing creative pathsBuilding sustainable and financially secure careers in the arts Key Takeaways: Majoring in music is often unnecessary, and sometimes unhelpful, for students pursuing contemporary music careers, who instead benefit more from learning entrepreneurial skills like music...

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39:14

The New Admissions Reality: Prove Your Academic...

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2025/06/10

In this episode, Lisa and David discuss: Evolving expectations in college admissionsChallenges in assessing academic readiness amid grade inflation, and how some colleges are respondingIncreased reliance on standardized, verifiable academic indicatorsStrategic adjustments needed for competitive application successKey takeaways: Colleges increasingly expect students to submit AP exam scores for each AP class listed on transcripts to verify true academic mastery beyond inflated grades.Objective...

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