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Ep. 23 | Why some people hesitate to consider SAs and ROTC
Why do some people hesitate to consider service academies and ROTC programs?
- I don't understand what they are
- I want a "real" college experience
- My child is not disciplined enough
- My child is not interested in...
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Ep. 22 | 3 reasons why females should apply to service academies
If you have a daughter who is: (1) smart, (2) athletic, and (3) inclined to be a leader... she should consider applying to a service academy. This advice may come as a shock to some. However, there are inherent...
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Ep. 21 | What type of student should consider ROTC?
This episode is only for students with the following characteristics: - Smart - Athletic - Leadership potential - Unsure about college major, career, job prospects - Adventure-oriented - Would prefer $125K in the bank...
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Ep. 20 | Which colleges have ROTC programs
Not every college in the United States has an ROTC program on its campus. In this episode, I walk through how to determine which colleges have ROTC programs and for which military branches (e.g. Army, Navy, Air...
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Ep. 19 | How does life differ at service academies vs. ROTC programs?
In this episode, I walk through a typical day-in-the-life of a service academy student versus an ROTC student at a traditional college. What are the pros, cons, similarities, and differences? Many successful ServeWell...
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Ep. 18 | How can West Point Cadets be happier than Stanford Business School students?
Legendary speaker, thinker, and leadership guru, Jim Collins, was once invited to spend two years at West Point as a visiting professor. By the time his tenure ended, he made a startling observation. He claimed that...
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Ep. 17 | What’s the difference between a nomination and appointment?
The terms “nomination” and “appointment” can be confusing — especially in light of how often they are used interchangeably. In this episode, I clear up the difference between the two terms in an effort to get everyone...
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Ep. 16 | Is the red tape worth it?
The military is not known for being particularly efficient or nimble when it comes to paperwork, administration, or logistics. The service academy and ROTC application process is no exception. The red tape and...
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Ep. 15 | Optimizing your child’s summers
Summers are a great time for your child to take their applications to the next level. They can pursue activities, experiences, and adventures that would be impossible to do during the school year. However, without a...
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Ep. 14 | How my sons handled the admissions process
My three sons took decidedly different paths on their way to a service academy (USNA) and ROTC (Navy, Yale University) program. In this episode, I explore the different inflection points that put them on different...
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Ep. 13 | How to create a compelling highlight video
Becoming a “recruited athlete” by one of the service academy coaches may represent the most direct and reliable way to earn an appointment to a service academy. However, attaining this status is easier said than done....
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Ep. 12 | The cost of college
What’s the difference in cost between: (1) service academies, (2) ROTC programs, and (3) traditional colleges? There can be a $100K swing — per year. Would you prefer your child to graduate with $0, $50K, or $150K (or...
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