Educator or Entrepreneur?

When I became an IEC, one of the most significant questions I had was how to resolve the conflict between being an educator and an entrepreneur. How can I make money when my primary concern is the well-being and growth of teenagers? In the College Mindset Counselor Mentoring Program, we will discuss steps you can take to balance your goals. We will review how to use your background as an educator to guide your way to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

When I started College Mindset in 2010, 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 PETRIFIED of starting a business. 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.

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).

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.

The College Mindset Mentoring Program includes access to over 30 curriculum pieces you can personalize with your logo and wording.

foundational Topics include:

• Researching Colleges
• Careers and Majors
• Sample College Lists
• Application Strategy
• Writing the College Essay
• Application Management
• Creating a Standardized Testing Plan
• Transition to College
• And More!

Additional topics and resources include:

• Networking Letter Template
• Website Tips and Copy Writing
• Email Templates
• Communicating with Parents
• Insights on Client Management

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 as the former Chair of the College Consultants of Colorado. She is a member of NACAC, RMACAC, the College Consultants of Colorado, the Colorado Council, and HECA.