Insights into Education & Entrepreneurship w/Peter Ratzan

🔥 What happens when mentorship meets entrepreneurship? You get real change.

In this episode of Talk to Me, Eugene sits down with Peter Ratzan, President and Co-founder of Your College Concierge, for a deep and inspiring conversation on mentorship, education, and the entrepreneurial grind that ties it all together. Whether you're a parent, student, educator, or dream-chaser, this one hits home.

Peter’s journey—from the classroom to the boardroom—is filled with lessons about purpose, passion, and giving back. He’s not just guiding students to college—he’s shaping lives.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:
How mentorship programs like Take Stock in Children are changing lives

What it really takes to jump from teaching to entrepreneurship (and stay sane doing it)

How your career can shape your character—not just your resume

Why choosing a niche and mastering it can unlock big success

The power of showing up for your community and investing in first-gen students

👤 Meet the Guest: Peter Ratzan
Advocate, mentor, and educational entrepreneur

Co-founder of yourcollegeconcierge.com

Passionate about helping families navigate the college journey without losing their minds—or their wallets

📌 Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Meet Peter Ratzan & the mission behind Your College Concierge
04:12 – How mentorship changes the game for at-risk students
09:30 – From teacher to entrepreneur: the pivot, the passion, the payoff
15:45 – Balancing business with family and staying young at heart
22:10 – Becoming an expert in your field—and why it matters now more than ever

💡 Ready to take action?
Whether you're a parent prepping your teen for college or an entrepreneur looking to lead with impact, this episode is packed with gems you don’t want to miss.

👉 Visit Your College Concierge: [yourcollegeconcierge.com]
📖 Read Peter’s blog: College Pete 

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