College Counselor Mentoring
Build or Boost Your College Counseling: Expert Mentoring for Success
Access Proven Tools and Expert Guidance to Thrive as a College Counselor
Knowing where to start is one of the most stressful parts of being a college counselor! Where do I begin? What do I call my business? How do I generate leads? What’s a profit and loss statement??? The list of questions seemed endless.
When I started College Mindset in 2013, I was excited to work closely with students and be my own boss! I knew about the college process and how to counsel teenagers, but I was terrified of the business aspect of starting a business.
It took me YEARS, some online business classes, and many informational webinars to get my business where it is today. I finally consider myself an entrepreneur AND college counselor (and yes, you can be both).
SKIP THE YEARS OF
Trial & Error
This isn’t just a collection of resources; it’s your opportunity to focus on what matters most: your students!
With over 15 years of experience, I have developed a proven college counseling curriculum to make your work more effective and your life easier. Imagine having a program that increases your student engagement, saves your time (and sanity), and gives you the confidence of knowing you’re providing truly impactful college counseling.
The College Mindset Counselor Mentoring Program is personalized for your success. Receive one-on-one guidance to help you reach your goals! Whether you are just starting, have a few clients, or have been an IEC for a while, we can all use a little help. My mentors have played an integral part in the success of College Mindset, so I am passionate about helping others find success in educational consulting in a lot less time than it took me.
Get Started Now With The College Mindset College Counseling Curriculum Toolkit
The toolkit includes access to over 30 curriculum pieces you can personalize with your logo and wording.
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Researching Colleges Worksheet
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150 Campus Visit Questions
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Exploring Majors: How to Research an Academic Department
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Extracurricular Activity Template
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Application Strategy Outline
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College Essay Guidelines and Instructions
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Application Management Plan
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Creating a Standardized Testing Plan
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Transition to College Checklists
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Follow Up Email Templates
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Three hours of personalized training to ensure optimum success!
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And more!
Key Outcomes of the College Counseling Curriculum Toolkit:
AVOID REPITITION: Have ready-to-use exercises and structure follow-up language to avoid saying the same thing over and over!
SAVE TIME: Increase your efficiency through proven tools and exercises.
SET EXPECTATIONS: Useful guidelines to develop a productive relationship with your students!
Choose Your Path
LAUNCH
Are you just getting started? Let me help you launch your business and set you up for long-term success!
- Start with the IEC Business Checklist, which includes everything you need, from deciding your business entity to creating a marketing plan.
- Develop your brand and edit copy for your website.
- Receive curriculum materials to help you get started with clients right away.
- Learn the ethical guidelines of professional organizations and how to apply them to your practice.
- Three hours of personalized mentoring to develop a strategic business plan.
BOOST
Do you need a marketing plan but aren’t sure where to begin? Let me analyze your current business and help you develop a strategy for lasting success!
- Review your website and develop more effective copy.
- Discuss introductory meetings and how to increase your conversion rate. Go from potential client to client.
- Update curriculum materials and learn how a solid curriculum can lead to great marketing.
- Identify your business goals and create action items in a streamlined marketing plan
- Three hours of meetings with Katherine to develop a long-term business strategy!
REFRESH
Are you an established IEC with a successful business but feeling burned out? Let me help you learn how to make your business work for you.
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- Review your current organization systems. How can you work smarter and not harder?
- Establish boundaries and set your schedule.
- Brainstorm how to manage your personal life in a business that requires irregular hours.
- Review your current business offerings and identify which ones generate the most revenue and which ones you can let go!
- Three hours of mentorship to develop your work-life balance plan!
What Clients are Saying
“Katherine’s mentorship helped me overcome the business aspect of becoming an IEC! She assisted me in developing a business structure, which I had been avoiding. Her direction and guidance allowed me to move forward and focus on working with students, which is what I love the most! I highly recommend Katherine for support in getting your business going!”
– Michelle Cole
“Working with Katherine was the jump-start I needed to get my business up and running. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for guidance as they enter the world of educational consulting. As a former school counselor, I had experience working with students and families in the college search and application process, but I lacked knowledge about marketing a business. I was immediately impressed by Katherine’s highly organized systems and well-thought-out curriculum, and I was refreshed by her candor. Her targeted feedback (based on my specific areas of need) and the resources she shared gave me the confidence I needed to feel secure as I launched my business. She also introduced me to other IECs and families in the community. Working independently, it is invaluable to know you have someone in your corner when you have questions, and Katherine is someone you can count on. If you are a new IEC looking for support, I highly recommend working with her!”
– Whitney Talmage
Sample Meeting Schedule For Launch Program
Meeting #1: Getting Started
- Setting Up and Marketing Your Business
- Introductory Meeting
- Client Intake
- Social Media Management
- Feedback on Website
- Other Ideas for Marketing and Networking
Meeting #2: Curriculum Materials
- Getting to Know Your Students
- Researching Colleges
- Creating a College List
- Introduction to Majors and Careers
- Creating a Standardized Testing Plan
- Extracurricular Activities
- High School Course Planning
Meeting #3: Application Management and Beyond
- Developing an Application Strategy
- Setting Deadlines and Expectations
- Essay Brainstorming and Editing
- Financial Aid Overview
- Transition to College
- Developing a Lasting Client Relationship (It’s all about the referrals!)
About Katherine
Since 2009, Katherine Price, founder of College Mindset, has assisted hundreds of students through the college admissions process. She is a guide and mentor, encouraging students to take charge of the college process and learn essential life skills. Katherine previously worked in admissions at Babson College and as an application reader for Boston College. Having read thousands of applications, Katherine understands how to create an intentional application strategy.
As a leader in the field, Katherine also shares her knowledge and experience by mentoring new Independent Education Consultants (IECs) and guiding them through business and college counseling strategies. She is passionate about helping new IECs launch and build their practices to become entrepreneurs with an educator mindset. She also teaches new practitioners the logistics of running a business in the Business of Educational Consulting course for the UCLA College Counseling Certificate Program.
Katherine earned her M.A. in Higher Education Administration from Boston College and her B.A. from the University of San Diego. She also earned the designation of Certified Educational Planner (CEP). Katherine is a leader in the industry and the former chair of the College Consultants of Colorado. She is a NACAC, RMACAC, the College Consultants of Colorado, the Colorado Council, and HECA member.
FAQs
Do you only mentor IECs?
Whether you are an Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) starting a new business, a school counselor building a college counseling program, or a test prep company hoping to add college counseling to your services, The College Counseling Mentoring Program can set you up for success! Schools and test prep companies have used the College Counseling Curriculum Toolkit. It is helpful for anyone who wants to add or refresh their college counseling tools.
Is this a group program or individual mentoring?
The program is available for individual or group mentoring. If a company or school with several college counselors purchases the program, I have trained multiple counselors at once.
How long is the mentoring program?
The College Mindset Counselor Mentoring Program includes three hours of one-on-one mentoring. It can be used over a six-month period and is individualized to your needs.
How much time will I need to commit?
The time you commit to the program will directly reflect the benefits you receive from it. At the beginning of the program, we will identify your goals and desired outcomes. I will help you determine the amount of time and energy you must dedicate to each goal. We will develop a timeline that works for you and your schedule.
Do I need to have an established practice to benefit?
You do not need an established IEC business to benefit from the College Mindset Counselor Mentoring Program. Many participants are just beginning to launch their practices. This program will give you the tools and insights to build a strong foundation for your current or future practice.
The College Counselor’s Checklist: 20 Critical Steps Most Advisors Miss
Whether you’re just starting your practice or you’ve been guiding students for years, having a solid foundation is vital for sustainable success. This checklist covers the critical elements every college counselor needs to address in their business.
Stop reinventing the wheel and get immediate clarity on your next steps.
Your information is never shared. You’ll also receive occasional tips for college counselors.