21 Days, 21 Ways to Make College Yours

EP 059: 21 Days, 21 Ways to Make College Yours 

(1) Try new things

(2) Have a plan, but be flexible

(3) Meet as many people as possible your first week of class 

(4) Develop a time management strategy that works for you 

(5) Be you. As much as possible 

(6) Take care of yourself- physically, emotionally, mentally

(7) EXPLORE! 

(8) Get outside of your comfort zone 

(9) Figure out what you actually enjoy doing 

(10) Get clear on your priorities 

(11) Ask for help 

(12) Try not to compare yourself to others

(13) Check your email 

(14) Ask your academic advisor about cool opportunities in your major 

(15) Actively try to fail at something - like applying for a leadership position - just try it out and see what happens 

(16) Everyone does not have it figured out 

(17) Make real connections 

(18) Focus on the experiences you want to have, not getting a job

(19) Intentionally design your college experience (see episode 58!) 

(20) Be willing to change 

(21) Believe in yourself

Let me know which one you try your first week of classes! DM me on Instagram @thecollegelifecoach or email me at thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com 

-Alicia

How to Design A College Experience You Will Love

EP 058: How to Design A College Experience You Will Love

In this episode, we share 5 steps to design your college experience: 

#1 - Ask yourself these questions: 

-Who do you want to be when you graduate? 

-What skills do you want to have? 

-What types of people do you want to meet? 

-Who are your friends? 

-What organizations did you get involved with? 

#2 - Explore - explore ways to gain these experiences and be open to new ideas! 

#3 - Break it down - one step at a time. Breakdown your goals by semester 

#4 - Do the damn thing - You have to take action. 

#5 - Reflect - did it work? What did you do that was intentional? Where did you grow? What will you do in future semesters? 

Send your answers to the above questions, questions you have, or podcast topic ideas to thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com or Message me on Instagram @thecollegelifecoach 

Thank you for listening! 

-Alicia

When It’s OK (and sometimes BEST) to Transfer to a Different College, with Current Transfer Student, Darby

EP 057: When It's OK (and sometimes BEST) to Transfer to a Different College, with Current Transfer Student, Darby

Some of my favorite takeaways from this episode: 

-How sometimes society, and colleges force you to pick a major (spoiler alert - you don't have to do anything for the rest of your life, let me know if you want more on this!)

-What it's like to not feel smart enough to be in college 

-When Darby knew that she wanted to transfer 

-Why she stuck it out for an entire year. 

-It's ok to change your mind! 

-How she felt going through the process 

One of my favorite quotes: 

"Everybody is scared. Somebody has to stand up and say hi, or no-one is going to have friends" -Darby 

You can connect with Darby on Instagram @darbylogann 

We mention a few things I wanted to share here: 

-Darby mentioned Cappex: https://www.cappex.com

-I mentioned The School of Greatness Podcast by Lewis Howes - you should definitely check it out if you haven't yet. 

-Transferology - A website to determine if your credits will transfer to a different school. https://www.transferology.com/index.htm

Connect with me on Instagram @thecollegelifecoach 

or email me at thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com 

I am looking to do a Q & A here soon, and would love for you to submit your questions about college/life! 

How to Become More Than Your Title, More Than Your Major, More Than Your Grades, with Dr. Sarabeth Berk

EP 056: How to Become More Than Your Title, More Than Your Major, More Than Your Grades, with Dr. Sarabeth Berk

Check out her website: https://www.morethanmytitle.com

In this episode, we talk about: 

-Practical versus your interests 

-Blending roles as a hybrid professional 

-Managing uncertainty in college 

-Giving you permission to BE and DO multiple things (I am multi-passionate, and totally align with this!) 

-Entrepreneurship and Intra-preneurship, along with the entrepreneurial mindset

-What Sarabeth would do if she could snap her fingers like Thanos (any Avengers fans!?) and change the education system as we know it (the answer is probably not what you think!)

Connect with me on IG @thecollegelifecoach - DM me and let me know what stood out to you. What do you want to hear more about? Learn about? 

Email me thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com 

Appreciate you all! Please leave a review if you are feeling this podcast, and share it with another college student! 

-Alicia

Take A Break from School with Adventure and Travel

EP 055: Take A Break from School with Adventure and Travel

In this episode, I talk about my summer adventures to Greece, England, and France, and what it did for my energy around school. I am so grateful for the experience and the much needed break! Cheers to adventure and travel!

If you, or someone you know would be great to interview for the College Life podcast, please send them my way. I am always looking for students and colleagues to share their stories, experiences, and expertise! 

Email: thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com

Instagram: thecollegelifecoach

Connecting with the Purpose Pioneers

EP 054: Connecting with the Purpose Pioneers

To learn more or connect with the Purpose Pioneers:

https://purposepioneers.com/

https://www.facebook.com/purposepioneers/

Hope you all enjoy the episode and have an excellent week! 

-Alicia 

When a Double Major or Minor is the Right (or Wrong) Choice

Episode 53: When a double major or minor is the right (or wrong) choice 

In this episode, I share things to consider when you are trying to decide if you should add that Double Major or minor. Sometimes it's not the best choice! Other times, it makes so much sense! Bottomline - YOU get to decide. Just make sure you are thinking through the decision. 

Consider: 

-Time 

-Money 

-Classes you will need to take 

-Your goals! 

Listen for more insight  

-Alicia

Your Major Doesn’t Equal Your Job, and Your Job Doesn’t Equal You: With Collegehood Advice expert, Katy Oliveira

Episode 52 with Collegehood, LLC Founder, Katy Oliveira!

In this episode, we talk about: 

-Comparing yourself to others 

-Reaching your full college potential 

-Disconnect and alignment when choosing a major or path 

-Deciding between that possible dream or practical reality 

-Difference between success and not having success

Make sure you connect with Katy at one (or all) of the following: 

Website: https://collegehoodadvice.com - get access to some free resources if you sign up for her email list! 

Instagram: @collegehoodadvice 

Podcast: Collegehood Advice on iTunes, Google, Spotify, and Stitcher! 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/collegehood-advice/id1300601896?mt=2

Using Your Status as a College Student to Reach Your Goals 

EP 051: Using Your Status as a College Student to Reach Your Goals 

In this episode, we talk about how to use your student status to explore, connect, and ultimately reach your goals. Time to get out of that comfort zone! 

Let's connect! Send me questions or your thoughts on the podcast to one of the following:

Instagram @thecollegelifecoach

Email: thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com 

That 50th Episode and Why I Started the Podcast

HOLY MOLY it's the 50th episode!! 

Lot's to celebrate  

Why I started the College Life podcast

IG @thecollegelifecoach

Email: thecollegelifecoach@gmail.com 

Let me know what you want to hear more about!