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September 25, 2025 71 mins

Navigating senior year and the road to college can be tough, but you don't have to do it alone! In this episode, we tackle the big questions: How do you find the right college? What do you do about financial aid? And what are the secrets to starting your own business?

Join us as we share our personal experiences, from college applications to the challenges of entrepreneurship, and discuss how persistence and your personal narrative are the keys to success.

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Chapters

00:00 Navigating Senior Year Stress

02:59 Finding the Right College Fit

05:45 The Importance of College Tours

08:47 Understanding College Applications and Essays

11:50 Financial Aid and the New Student Aid Index

15:04 Exploring Alternative Funding Options

25:52 Navigating College Choices and Individual Needs

26:51 Scholarships and Financial Aid Insights

28:08 Exploring Degree-Specific Opportunities

29:56 Balancing Work and Education

31:40 Personal Experiences with College Funding

35:20 The Impact of Family Decisions on Education

36:57 Alternatives to Traditional College Paths

38:43 Dual Enrollment and Community College Benefits

41:30 Military and Other Viable Options

44:51 The Reality of Degrees and Career Paths

45:31 The Rise of Home Entrepreneurship

50:25 Diverse Paths in Entrepreneurship

54:59 Motivations Behind Starting a Business

01:00:37 Challenges of Balancing Life and Business

01:05:42 Overcoming Obstacles in Entrepreneurship

01:11:42 NEWCHAPTER


Keywords


college preparation, entrepreneurship, financial aid, dual enrollment, scholarships, parenting, education, student loans, business challenges, personal stories





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