Why You Should Book Christian:

“COLLEGE APP ESSAYS 101” 

Three Simple Strategies That Are Guaranteed To Make Your College Application Essays Stand Out From The Crowd

“What do I write about? What are admissions reviewers REALLY looking for? Where do I even start?!” Let’s face it: College essays are the most intimidating and difficult part of the college application. But it doesn’t have to be this way! In his career in undergraduate as well as graduate level admissions, Christian has personally reviewed and interviewed thousands and thousands of candidates. And the first thing he will tell you is: what most people think actually works… doesn’t. 

In this fun and interactive customized training Christian will break down the secrets to writing outstanding college application essays, and make your students feel confident they have what it takes. He will share (real) successful essays, and provide hilarious examples of what NOT to do! More importantly, he will break down the three essential questions every reviewer is looking for and help your students look at college, and the application process in a completely new way.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this presentation participants will be able to:

• Know how to outline their college application essays
• Avoid common mistakes that most students make
• Look at college in a more strategic and holistic way
• Have a better understanding of how to best position themselves
• Know EXACTLY what reviewers are experiencing when they read college essays (and how to use that to your advantage!)
• Apply simple strategies that will save them hours of wasted effort
• Get a head start on writing their essays so they feel confident and ready for success

EXCLUSIVE CLIP: 

BEHIND THE SCENES OF COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

“HEAD’S UP!”

Social Media, Email Etiquette, And Other Important Things That Will Ruin Your Chances For College (And Life!) If You Don’t Get Them Right.

Did you know that college reviewers check your social media accounts? Or did you know that poorly written emails to colleges can tank your application? Let’s face it, preparing and applying to college is filled with hidden pitfalls and obstacles that can ruin your chances… but you don’t have to fall for the traps. In this hilarious and fun workshop, Christian will share some of his craziest (100% true) examples of what not to do, and provide clear guidelines of simple college application etiquette that will make all the difference. More importantly, Christian will help your students understand and take more ownership for their social media footprint not just for college applications, but for life as well.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this program, participants will be able to: 

• Understand proper email etiquette and why it matters
• Take responsibility and realize the consequences of their social media activity
• Engage with college reviewers (and job interviewers) much more professionally
• Avoid common pitfalls that many students make in professional communication situations
• Understand the importance of their personal brand and have strategies on how to build it better
• Strategically think ahead and view the next decade of their lives as an important stepping stone for their careers
• Understand that their actions online have consequences
• Be more prepared to maturely present themselves to a variety of stakeholders

“GRADUATE APP ESSAYS 101”

Three Simple Strategies That Are Guaranteed To Make Your Graduate School Application Essays (And Interviews!) Stand Out From The Crowd

“What do I write about? What are graduate reps REALLY looking for? Where do I even start?!” Let’s face it: Graduate school applications are COMPLETELY DIFFERENT than undergraduate applications. The problem is, most students don’t know the difference and so they submit applications that are similar to their undergrad applications… and fail to reach their goals. In his career in undergraduate and MBA level admissions, Christian has personally reviewed and interviewed thousands and thousands of candidates. And the first thing he will tell you is: what most people think actually works… doesn’t.

In this fun and interactive customized training Christian will break down the secrets to writing outstanding graduate application essays, and preparing for graduate school interviews. He will make your students feel confident they have what it takes. He will share (real) successful essays, and provide hilarious examples of what NOT to do! More importantly, he will break down the three essential questions every reviewer is looking for and help your students look at graduate school, and the application process in a completely new way.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this presentation participants will be able to:

• Know how to outline their graduate school application essays
• Avoid common mistakes that most students make
• Know how to effectively network with graduate school reps
• Look at college in a more strategic and holistic way
• Have a better understanding of how to best position themselves
• Know EXACTLY what reviewers are experiencing when they read college essays (and how to use that to your advantage!)
• Apply simple strategies that will save them hours of wasted effort
• Get a head start on writing their essays so they feel confident and ready for success

“PERSONAL BRAND DO'S & DON'TS”

How Not To Ruin Your Chances

Your personal brand, communication skills, and online footprint, can make or break your chances. Did you know that internship reps check your social media accounts? Or did you know that poorly written emails to grad reps can tank your application? Let’s face it, preparing and applying to the next step after college is filled with hidden pitfalls and obstacles that can ruin your chances… but you don’t have to fall for the traps.

In this hilarious and fun workshop, Christian will share some of his craziest (100% true) examples of what not to do, and provide clear guidelines of simple communication etiquette that will make all the difference. More importantly, Christian will help your students understand and take more ownership for their social media footprint not just for grad school applications, but for life as well.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand proper email etiquette and why it matters
• Take responsibility and realize the consequences of their social media activity
• Engage with grad school reviewers (and job interviewers) much more professionally
• Avoid common pitfalls that many students make in professional communication situations
• Understand the importance of their personal brand and have strategies on how to build it better
• Strategically think ahead and view the next decade of their lives as an important stepping stone for their careers
• Understand that their actions online have consequences
• Be more prepared to maturely present themselves to a variety of stakeholders

“PERSONAL BRANDING TOOL KIT”

 How Not To Ruin Your Chances

 Your personal brand, communication skills, and online footprint, can make or break your chances for career success. Did you know that internship reps check your social media accounts? Or did you know that poorly written emails to HR reps can tank your application? Let’s face it, preparing and applying to your future career is filled with hidden pitfalls and obstacles that can ruin your chances… but you don’t have to fall for the traps.

 In this hilarious and fun workshop tailored towards career and internship seekers, Christian will share some of his craziest (100% true) examples of what not to do, and provide clear guidelines of simple communication etiquette that will make all the difference. He will cover interview techniques, resume basic, and even networking strategies that will make all the difference. More importantly, Christian will help your students understand and discover the power of their personal brand… and how to present it for maximum effect.

 LEARNING OBJECTIVES

 After this program, participants will be able to:

 Understand proper email etiquette and why it matters

• Take responsibility and realize the consequences of their social media activity
• Engage with job interviewers much more professionally
• Avoid common pitfalls that many students make in professional communication situations
• Understand the importance of their personal brand and have strategies on how to build it better
• Strategically think ahead and view the next decade of their lives as an important stepping stone for their careers
• Understand that their actions online have consequences
• Be more prepared to professionally present themselves to a variety of stakeholders

EXCLUSIVE CLIP: 

THE BIGGEST INTERVIEW MISTAKE