The Advancement Spot Podcast

The world around you doesn't pause while you're preparing for grad school! As new responsibilities, transitions, and life events come up, how do you ensure that your application or exam prep schedule remains consistent?Finding Your Rhythm: Creating Consistency in ChaosWhile consistency is key, your study schedule should never be set in stone. Calendars are iterative and need to adapt based on what is happening in your life. In this highly practical episode of Success Unlocked, I reveal everything you need to know about planning (and revising) your calendar during a hectic or transitional period, whether preparing for the LSAT or working on your grad school application. Discover how to build an effective, burnout-free schedule that truly works for you and keeps you on track — no matter what else may be going on in your life!In this episode, you'll learn:Why you should avoid relying too heavily on AI-assisted schedules (no matter how convenient they may seem!) How to identify your priorities, flexibilities, and non-negotiables, so that your calendar fits your needs  What you need to consider when creating your calendar — and how to customize your study schedule and strategyHow one of our amazing Apply Yourself clients enjoyed a glorious ten-day vacation in Italy without derailing her application process (and the #1 thing she did right!) Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:46  Intro03:12  Calendars in transitional periods05:49  Prioritizing & building consistency07:26  Taking time off13:39  Developing long-term schedules15:52  Customizing your calendar19:02  Why we change things20:40  Recap & outroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

At Apply Yourself Global, we pride ourselves on delivering real results while revolutionizing admission preparation and success-based programs. How do we ensure our clients get the support and resources they need to achieve their highest goals?Discovering the Habits & Mindset That Work For YouMy guest for this episode of Success Unlocked is Emily Caruso, one of our accomplished clients and fellows. Emily received acceptance letters from 100% of her chosen schools — including extremely early acceptance to her dream school! Press play to discover the individualized support that helped her thrive throughout her application journey, how the process has caused her to show up differently in her life and relationships, and why you must remember to trust your brain!In this episode, we explore:The personalized process that helped Emily increase her LSAT score by 11 points (and why her study schedule was so easy to stick to)The moment that flipped the switch in terms of Emily's mindset — and how this shift transformed her approach to practice tests  Whether you should include pre-undergrad experiences in your law school application (and Emily's unique and effective strategy!) Emily's experience in juggling LSAT coaching with our Mastering Academic Applications program  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Emily Caruso is in her fourth year of the Justice, Political Law, and Philosophy program at McMaster and will be starting as an L1 student at Osgoode Hall Law School in September.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  Meet Emily Caruso04:25  Emily's path to Apply Yourself06:23  Two layers of support09:56  Mixing programs & coaching 13:04  Pre-undergrad experiences15:01  Early acceptance & support 19:40  Fellowship21:40  Mindset shifts26:11  Showing up differently27:44  Experience-based support34:03  Growth & care36:37  Final thoughts & outroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

When an application process feels like a labyrinth, taking your first step can feel impossible — but an experienced Coach can help you map out a personalized route to success.Step by Step: Getting Clear on Your Unique JourneyIn this episode of Success Unlocked, I'm honoured to sit down with Meera, an amazing Apply Yourself client and fellow who began working with us during her second year at McMaster University. Our thoughtful conversation explores the big feelings students experience when opening an application package for the first time — and how overwhelm can derail the process before they even begin.Listen now to learn how our Coaches help students cut a path through the confusion, get clear on each step they need to take, optimize their study habits, and refine their materials while feeling safe and supported!In this episode, you'll discover:How Meera's experience with Apply Yourself compares to her time working with a tutor before coming to AYG (and the #1 thing that made a difference)Common fears that come up early in the application process, and how our non-competitive community builds students' confidence and sets them up for success Why processing your experiences is important for knowing what to share (and how to share it) in your personal statementWhy Meera still attends our weekly Coaching calls — even though she's submitted her application! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Meera is a fourth-year student at McMaster University who will graduate in April with an Honours in Political Science.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:46  Meet Meera02:39  Finding Apply Yourself04:35  Cutting through the fog07:14  Tutor v. Apply Yourself09:59  Working 1:1 with a Coach11:59  Weekly calls & group vibe16:30  Writing & processing20:32  Identifying goals & worth23:59  Fellowship & relationships30:51  Meera's advice33:05  OutroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

Apply Yourself Global saw a record number of early admissions last year, thanks to the hard work and determination of our students and coaches. While each client story is unique and inspiring, I'd like to share one that truly showcases the Apply Yourself difference!Optimize Your Progress By Unlocking Your Success MindsetMastering the LSAT is about so much more than standardized testing. In this episode, I share an uplifting story about one of our amazing LSAT prep students and the mindset journey that led her to succeed far beyond her wildest dreams. Press play to discover how our individualized coaching, nurturing strategy, and supportive community empowered our client to progress from a diagnostic starting score of 138 to a jaw-dropping 161.In this episode, I explore:Two major shifts our client experienced as she worked with us, and how they enabled her exceed her goalsHow we help our clients cultivate a genuine belief in their abilities (and why I do NOT believe in trying to “fake it till you make it”)Why we emphasize consistency over cramming, and community over competition How we've built integrity and support into each of our powerful signature programs — and why this is so important!Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  Intro03:31  Score progression06:39  Seeking help & self-belief10:31  More than just showing up13:06  Work with us!Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

Large admissions prep companies and independent tutors promise students big results, but don't always deliver. What sets Apply Yourself Global apart from the crowd — and how do we consistently outperform our big box competitors? Taking an Individualized and Nurturing Approach to AdvancementBy cultivating a supportive and 100% non-competitive environment, Apply Yourself Global has carved out a revolutionary space not only in the advancement world, but the academic world in general. Where other success-based programs rely on fear and competition to sell themselves and motivate their clients, we've built a nourishing community that uplifts one another, led by compassionate coaches who understand that advancement strategies are not one-size-fits-all.In this episode, you'll learn about Apply Yourself's unexpected origin story, how our unique approach has shaped our signature programs, and why you should consider reaching out to us regardless of your grades!You'll discover:How a series of study sessions at a Starbucks led to the unplanned creation of Apply Yourself Global A common mistake students make when putting together their applications, and why your written materials are more important than you think!Why each component of your application should fit together like a harmonious puzzleHow our coaches cater to your learning style, rather than relying on a standardized approachHorror stories from big box exam prep programs (and why their promises are unethical!)Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  Intro04:35  Apply Yourself origin story09:59  Interconnected materials11:00  Big box promises13:16  Individualized curriculum15:37  Growing Apply Yourself20:45  Our difference25:35  Open to all30:28  OutroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

The post-secondary landscape has undergone an incredible transformation, and today's students have access to a huge range of resources and values-based communities. How do they get the most benefit from these powerful opportunities?Finding the Right Guidance to Help You Reach Your GoalsThis episode of Success Unlocked was recorded on location at UCLA and is the conclusion of a two-part conversation with Apply Yourself's Client Success Coordinator, Vanessa Caco. Join us as we dig into juicy insights gained through attending an event hosted by LeGal, an undergrad organization specializing in women's empowerment in the political and legal fields.In this episode, we explore:How undergraduate events and organizations have shifted in aim and scope over the past decade Why people with high grades may not be accepted (and what schools are really interested in)The options available to you when a class is dragging down your GPAWhy students should avoid relying on social media for information about the application process — and where to find detailed, accurate guidanceThe rise in first-year students proactively seeking resources and support  The key values that Apply Yourself looks for when sponsoring student groups  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Vanessa Caco is the Client Success Coordinator for Apply Yourself, where she plays a pivotal role in fostering client success. In addition to this role, she is a Paralegal at Shnier Mackenzie Law in Toronto and has been working in the legal field since 2014.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  LeGal event 03:12  Student groups & events04:58  Sponsoring & social media06:37  Accessing resources08:47  Apply Yourself Masterclass11:23  Written materials & improving your GPA14:58  Median scores & expectations17:51  Connection & commitment 20:09  Our early acceptances 23:10  Swag & outroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌LeGal at UCLASponsorship FormMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself Global™! Email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM me on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal. Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, success, test prep, and more? Send your questions us, or you can submit an audio file via Instagram DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne

Apply Yourself provides valuable journeys not only to our clients, but also our team. As we help our students stretch their ambitions and strengthen their skills, we find ourselves growing alongside them! Achieving New Heights Through Consistency, Commitment & Community This week's episode of Success Unlocked was recorded on the beautiful UCLA campus. I'm joined by the wonderful Vanessa Caco, our Client Success Coordinator at Apply Yourself Global. Vanessa finds tremendous fulfillment in helping students master new tools and maximize their opportunities. Listen now as we discuss the inspiration she draws from our amazing clients, the unexpected text message that brought her a surprising opportunity (while on her honeymoon!), and how our key values of transparency and integrity have been vital to Apply Yourself's organic success.In this episode, you'll discover:The important steps Vanessa and I took to ensure we'd be a good fit to work togetherHow working with our clients has challenged and guided Vanessa to new growth and understanding    What sets Apply Yourself apart from big box admission services companies — and what our students must bring to the process to see their very best resultsWhat Vanessa has observed about our coaching calls and community (and how doing mindset work with students has helped shift her own!)   Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Vanessa Caco is the Client Success Coordinator for Apply Yourself, where she plays a pivotal role in fostering client success. In addition to this role, she is a Paralegal at Shnier Mackenzie Law in Toronto and has been working in the legal field since 2014.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:48  Meet Vanessa Caco02:59  Vanessa's career path06:45  Finding a good fit08:05  Challenges & growth 10:41  Organic success11:56  Committing to the process14:27  Coaching & community16:35  UCLA panel & outroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌Shnier Mackenzie LawMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne >>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Lessons From My Broken AnkleAt the time of recording this episode, I am joining you not from the office or my usual desk space, but from my bed where I have been sitting and recovering from a broken ankle.  My initial thought as this accident happened was, “There is something to be learned from this," and I today explore this lesson with you.   Letting Yourself Process and Keeping a Positive MindsetThe main lesson I bring to you today is this: Allow yourself to process and seek out the lessons you can learn from challenges. This mindset shift allows us to take challenges in stride and have deeper insight into what is going on around us. Personally, I am still processing and I want to bring you along this journey with me. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: There's no rush when it comes to processing events that happen to you. Being able to process freely and openly is a skill that takes years to master, so let the processing happen and welcome the thinking that comes with it. We don't see progress in one day. It takes consistency and showing up for yourself and others in order to succeed. I continue to show up each day, even while in a cast for my ankle, because I truly believe in the work we are doing and I love being a part of my clients' journeys. We do the work that we do in order to serve our clients to the best of our abilities, and to build a life beyond our wildest dreams. I am so grateful to you for showing up to the podcast each week and allowing me to let you into my life. We just brought on 10 LSAT and MCAT coaches for our Mastering Test Prep program, and we continue to work with all of our teams to bring our programs to you and support your advancement journey. I am so thankful and proud of all of the people we have brought onto the team and everyone we work with under the mission of Apply Yourself. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne >>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

New Years “Resolutions” - Do They Align with You?Today, I discuss why I personally skip New Years “resolutions.” When we think about what's happening outside of the formal institutions where we learn, work, and play, treating the winter like a period of starting anew seems out of alignment with the natural environment and hibernation cycles, perhaps even ourselves. And if New Year's resolutions work for you, go for it! However, for many members of our Apply Yourself community, their goals didn't just start in January. They've spent weeks, months, or even years working on their advancement and applications to their dream programs or jobs.3 Strategies to Reframe ResolutionsRather than setting new goals at the start of the year, I propose 3 strategies to remain productive and committed to ourselves while making incremental, thoughtful steps towards our advancement and our goals at any time of the year: Re-centering and re-aligning ourselves to what feels right for us - This means to come back to what's most in alignment with your goals and the kind of life you want to build for yourself. This involves using visualization to critically and thoughtfully analyze your choices and next best steps. Committing to what's in alignment with ourselves  - Once you identify what feels in alignment with you, commit. At any point in time, you need to set your goals with thoughtfulness and intentionality behind them in order for them to pan out as planned. We have to remain accountable to ourselves, take ourselves seriously, identify the tools we're using that serve our productivity, and seek out support when needed. Remain consistent to build up the skills of focus and discipline  - Discipline is not a prison, but rather a tool that helps us to create, come back to where we left off, and show up for ourselves. Consistency helps you to build up these skills and work towards your goals. Subscribe to never miss an episode!Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne >>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Life at Apply Yourself is never boring! While we've refined our support, coaching, and strategy over many years of helping students secure admission to their dream programs, master their LSAT and MCAT prep, and flourish in their professional lives, each client has their own unique journey through the process — and their own powerful story to tell.Striking the Right Balance: Communicating Trauma in Your Written MaterialsIn our last episode, I shared a few of the top lessons and takeaways gleaned from Apply Yourself's latest application cycle. In this thoughtful episode, I explore the valuable strategies I use to help my clients write about their challenging life experiences in a way that strikes a chord with committees while protecting their peace. This episode explores:How to best approach traumatic experiences and difficult circumstances within written application materials (and the key to being effective and not excessive) Why I encourage students to communicate their challenging experiences in their written materials — and how their inclusion will strengthen their applicationThe difference between writing for discovery and writing for communicationHow the process of writing productively about trauma can shift your perspective, and the compassionate support Apply Yourself offers along the way! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:46  Intro 02:00  Communicating traumatic experiences07:36  Why include trauma?09:53  Reading from the place of the scar 13:21  OutroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne >>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Helping our inspiring students receive admission to prestigious schools around the world is immensely fulfilling work — and as the Apply Yourself team helps our clients develop important new skills and perspectives, we often discover new things alongside them!The Apply Yourself Method: Reducing Time, Stress, and Worry As Apply Yourself wraps up our busiest application cycle ever, I'm excited to take a moment to reflect on this memorable journey. Over the last few months, our students have broken records, overcome serious hurdles, and introduced us to wild holiday trends. Listen now to discover the thoughtful lessons, key takeaways, and new discoveries this outstanding application cycle has generated!In this episode, you'll discover:Why it's crucial to order two copies of your transcript — and why this task is definitely non-negotiable!How we will help you reduce the time required to create your written application materials by up to 70%The incredible feedback that one of our students received from her dream law school (and why it's such a historic win!) Why so many parents feel comfortable leaving for spa weekends during key periods in their child's application process  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:46  Intro03:58  Boo baskets06:32  Cutting down application time07:59  Historic feedback & spa trips10:35  Ordering your transcript13:10  Worst transcript screw-up14:50  Recap & outroMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!Connect with Adrienne! Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the Expert Have any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast! Work with Adrienne >>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Demystifying LSAT Prep with Cindy MiaoThe LSAT is known to be challenging, and much of its difficulty lies in its multiple question types requiring different skill sets. Which skills should you focus on while preparing for the LSAT, and which strategies will help you see your best results?A New Approach to LSAT Prep: Revolutionizing the Student Experience In this thoughtful episode of Success Unlocked, I'm grateful to have the opportunity to sit down with Cindy Miao, one of our exceptional Apply Yourself LSAT coaches! Cindy has held numerous teaching roles since her undergrad and is passionate about helping others unlock their full potential.Press play to discover how Cindy's academic background gave her unique insight into highly effective LSAT preparation, and how she has integrated these valuable lessons into her coaching approach.We explore:The major reason why Cindy's scores improved as she was preparing for the test — and how this has influenced her coaching strategy The role of formal logic in the LSAT and why so many test prep companies miss the mark when preparing their students for the examWhy successful LSAT prep can be surprisingly unintuitive (and the score-boosting skills that Cindy teaches her students)   Cindy's softer, human-centred approach to LSAT coaching — and why it works so well!Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Cindy Miao is a valued LSAT coach at Apply Yourself and a second-year student at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Her undergraduate background is in philosophy and mathematics, and she earned her Bachelor of Arts from McMaster University.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  Meet Cindy Miao04:18  Cindy's LSAT experience06:08  Cindy's LSAT results & strategy09:33  Revolutionizing LSAT prep13:45  Student experience17:31  Cindy's human-centred approach22:30  Working with Cindy23:26  Cindy's #1 tip26:12  OutroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌Work with Cindy MiaoConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

The Unique Apply Yourself FormulaApplication and test prep is a large and growing industry, with companies big and small promising successful outcomes. While aspiring students today have a wealth of options, not all prep companies are created equal! What sets Apply Yourself apart from the crowd?Building Authentic Connections That Nurture Lifelong SuccessSince 2015, we've strived to ensure that Apply Yourself offers the right programs and resources to help you fully prepare for your next steps. Our non-competitive membership communities provide support and accountability, while our 1:1 coaching cultivates an application process that is highly personalized, meaningful, and authentic. In this episode of Success Unlocked, you'll discover why our process is unique in the world of application prep, the key elements that set us apart from our big-box competitors, and the important reason why I sometimes discourage my clients from submitting their applications!  In this episode, you'll learn:How the Apply Yourself system fosters authentic, long-term connections and remarkable ongoing success How we work to create a comfortable and supportive environment that allows our clients to achieve strong focus and see their best resultsHow Apply Yourself can support you beyond graduate school through our executive coaching program  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌01:18  Intro03:18  When you should NOT submit04:32  Mother story08:19  Comfortable environment10:02  What we do is different12:44  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

Approaching the MCAT Strategically with Rachel WaldmanMany variables can impact your efficacy when preparing for the MCAT, including when you choose to take it. What is the best time to write the MCAT — and how can you optimize your prep?Timing is Everything: Creating a Balanced & Aligned MCAT Study Plan In this episode of Success Unlocked, I was pleased to sit down for a conversation with one of our wonderful MCAT coaches, Rachel Waldman. Rachel is a fourth-year biology student at the University of Victoria who took the MCAT after her second year, opting for a short but intense study schedule. Our thoughtful discussion is full of valuable insights about what this experience taught her — and what you need to know before making a similar decision on your own journey. We explore:Why Rachel chose to write the MCAT early and how her course schedule supported that decisionWhat you should consider when deciding when to take the MCAT and how to ensure that you have the bandwidthHow the MCAT differs from the LSAT (and Rachel's favourite MCAT study strategies)  Why devoting all of your time to test preparation may cause more harm than goodThe importance of having a social circle that understands your MCAT prep stress — and will celebrate your wins! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Rachel Waldman is a fourth-year biology student specializing in neurobiology at the University of Victoria in British Columbia. Timestamps:‌ ‌01:47  Meet Rachel Waldman03:07  Writing the MCAT early05:51  Deciding when to write it08:58  Have something apart from studying10:37  Support systems12:29  MCAT v. LSAT14:08  Study strategies18:31  Rachel's relationship with her score21:14  Coaching v. tutoring23:17  First step24:38  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

The Power of Mindset in LSAT Prep with ClementThe LSAT is widely known as one of the most challenging standardized tests, with high scores requiring the mastery of several different skills. What are the key ingredients for successful preparation, and how do Apply Yourself coaches help students maximize their study skills and confidence?Courage, Community & Coaching: Unlocking Your Peak LSAT ScoreMy guest for this episode is Clement, one of our amazing LSAT coaches. After being inspired by the in-depth discussions around personal freedom sparked by the Covid pandemic, Clement moved to Canada from China to pursue a career in law and is in his third year of study at Osgoode Hall Law School. In this conversation, he shares why he was drawn to the Apply Yourself philosophy, how his experience in the program enriched his LSAT preparation, and the key insights he loves to share with the students he coaches. You'll discover:The importance of fostering nurturing communities that allow students to flourish as they work toward their goals The fundamental meaning and value of the LSAT — and how to improve your chances of success in just 2 monthsWhether or not you should search for LSAT information online (and why you should be wary of free resources!)What happens when you compare yourself to others rather than focusing on your progress — and the role that courage plays in LSAT preparationFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Clement is a 3L student at Osgoode Hall Law School at York University. He decided to go to law school because he saw law as having the power to advocate for the disadvantaged, and is pursuing a legal career in the public interest.Timestamps:‌ ‌01:46  Meet Clement03:06  Why Apply Yourself resonated04:31  Choosing to study law07:12  Impact of community08:41  What is the LSAT?12:33  Courage & mindset16:03  Online resources19:12  Comparison21:11  Final takeaway23:51  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

Managing Your Time, Trust, and Attention with Kevin P MurphyThis episode of The Advancement Spot is the second of a two-part conversation with the amazing Kevin P Murphy, host of The Reflect-On Podcast. Kevin is a passionate and insightful advocate for the power of honest and vulnerable conversation to help improve lives and grow actionable potential.Building Healthier Schedules and Deeper Trust in a Complex Modern WorldOur meaningful conversation builds upon the honest reflections shared in episode #112 — I highly recommend that you start there if you missed it! If you're ready to continue with the second instalment of this beautiful and thoughtful discussion, press play to discover how to set yourself up for success through managing your time (and expectations), embracing flexibility, and choosing to believe in yourself.In this episode, we explore:The many different types of time that play a role in our lives, and the importance of managing it in a way that honours your energy and desiresWhat we must consider when deciding whether to instil trust in an institution, government, or corporationThree simple but valuable “wisdom bites” to live by — and three powerful questions that will help you open the door to deeper reflectionFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: As a Financial Planner and host of The Reflect-On Podcast, Kevin P Murphy has learned that reflection, attention, and emotionality are perhaps the biggest catalysts for betterment that we possess in our modern world. He is on a mission to grow a platform that highlights unique stories and inspiring messages from all walks of life to empower reflection, foster creativity, and spark more joy.Timestamps:‌01:35  Intro02:25  Time management09:59  Identify what you can control17:33  Losing trust22:05  Earning trust26:52  Wisdom bites30:46  The 3 Rs34:59  OutroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌Kevin P Murphypodcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-reflect-on-podcast/id1715393227 Instagram: @kevin.p.murphy Connect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy CallMastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission is now open for you to complete your applications in 12-weeks! With live coaching, you develop your applications & gain insights into your applications processes like never before. Join us now using this link to enroll!

Achieving Healthy and Sustainable Success with Kevin P MurphyThis episode of The Advancement Spot is a little bit different — I was honoured to sit in the guest seat as the incredible Kevin P Murphy stepped into the host role to lead our candid and inspiring discussion! Reframing Our Concepts of Success, Privilege, and BalanceAs the host of The Reflect-On Podcast, Kevin explores inspiring stories, traumas, lessons, and reflections on fears, feelings, and what truly matters. In this episode, he guides us through a beautiful conversation that touches on Apply Yourself's holistic vision, why we shouldn't ignore the immense benefits of in-person learning, and how we can nurture and nourish our drive to succeed.You'll discover:How to embrace the moments of reflection and surrender that will help us reach our goalsHow education will likely shift in the future and how to maximize its benefitsWhy the idea of work-life balance is a lie (and what we should actually strive for!)How to avoid letting toxicity seep into your professional or academic lifeThe power of using your privilege for good — and how it can help you build a beautiful legacy  This no-limits conversation is the first of a two-part series. Be sure to tune into next week's episode to experience our full journey!Guest bio: Kevin P Murphy is an advocate for the power of honest and vulnerable conversation to help improve lives and grow actionable potential. As a Financial Planner and host of The Reflect-On Podcast, Kevin has learned that reflection, attention, and emotionality are perhaps the biggest catalysts for betterment we possess in our modern world. Timestamps:‌ ‌01:35  Meet Kevin P. Murphy02:16  About Adrienne04:19  About Kevin06:47  Being vulnerable on your path08:51  Adrienne's journey15:08  Moments of surrender21:20  Future of education29:45  Holistic success35:24  Privilege & legacy38:29  Toxicity44:14  OutroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌Kevin P MurphyInstagram: @kevin.p.murphy The Reflect-On PodcastConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Crafting a Personal Statement That's More Than a CVMany grad school applicants find writing their personal statement to be the trickiest part of the application process. While a student may excel at academic writing, crafting a clear and vibrant personal statement requires a different skill set and strategy!Writing From the Inside: Centring Yourself in Your Own ExperiencesWhen you're writing an academic essay, you need to be thorough, balanced, critical, and objective. The most powerful personal statements, on the other hand, are energetic, distinctive, and full of spirit. After spending years being trained in academic writing, writing about your own experiences — and what they meant to you, emotionally or spiritually — can feel a little strange! In this episode, you'll find tips and insights that will help you write an effective personal statement that feels like so much more than just a glorified CV.In this episode, you'll discover:The differences between academic and personal writing, and why these skills are not fully transferable The mindset shift that will change the way that you approach your personal statement and allow you to reflect more easefullyWhy you should start writing your personal statement long before you think you need toThe role that Starbucks played in the birth of Apply Yourself — and how the business was built almost accidentally! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:46  Intro01:56  Academic writing03:26  Client example04:50  Starbucks dissertation story10:56  Be the centre14:40  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Preparing for the Unexpected on the LSATThe reading comprehension section of the LSAT contains a variety of different types of passages. Students may encounter passages relating to knowledge areas for which they don't have a strong background. How do you effectively prepare for a test notorious for its diversity and unpredictability?Substance Over Jargon: Focusing on the Bigger PictureSince most law school applicants come from the humanities and social sciences, many have a tough time with passages in the LSAT relating to STEM areas such as chemistry, biology, and technology. If you find yourself struggling, don't panic! You do not need to know all the big science words in a passage in order to understand its overall meaning — in fact, some of them may be there in order to distract you!The truth is that every LSAT question contains the information you need to solve it, no matter your background knowledge. In this episode, you'll discover powerful strategies that will help you approach reading comprehension passages holistically, analytically, and strategically, so you can achieve your best possible results.In this episode, you'll discover:How to pinpoint the types of questions you should be targeting during your study sessionsHow to identify which words are “make-or-break” and which are inconsequential, so you can prioritize your focusWhy it's important to pay attention to the layout pattern of a reading comprehension passageA simple daily exercise that will help you become far more comfortable with scientific writingFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Links mentioned:1,000 Inventions and Discoveries by Roger BridgmanTimestamps:‌ ‌00:46  Intro03:00  Identify your struggles04:32  Prioritize your focus09:51  Become more familiar with scientific writing12:41  Daily reading exercise14:29  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Making The Most of Your LSAT PrepWith so many physical and electronic study tools available, students preparing for the LSAT today have a wealth of options. Even the test itself may be taken online or in person, written digitally or by hand. How can students identify the strategies and resources that will help them achieve their best results?Creating Healthy, Sustainable, and Effective Study Strategies in a Digital WorldFor nearly a decade, we've helped our incredible clients learn how to study for the LSAT correctly and efficiently, with personalized coaching that maximizes their learning potential. This solo episode of The Advancement Spot reveals some of our most valuable and actionable strategies for confidently mastering your test prep without burning yourself out. Press play to discover how to set yourself up for success during your LSAT journey, from choosing the right tools to adopting the right mindset.In this episode, you'll learn:Why it's crucial to maintain an emotional distance from your practice scores, why so many students find their raw scores confusing, and how to interpret your numbersWhat to consider when choosing whether to sit for the LSAT in person or online — and the method we strongly recommend!Two simple but powerful choices that will optimize your LSAT preparationThe minimum length of time you should give yourself to prepare for an important test and why pacing yourself is essentialWhere to find our favourite and most trusted study, productivity, and lifestyle products   Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:46  Intro 01:37  LSAT prep materials04:11  Digital v. in-person testing06:06  Raw v. final LSAT scores10:32  Coaching call example15:28  Our Favourites shop16:22  Final takeaways17:49  OutroLinksThe Advancement Spot #94 – On Running Out Of Time With Our LSAT Coach, Marco KimConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Choose the Right Supervisor for Your GoalsFor many students, a successful application period can introduce new challenges. When you're in the position of choosing between two different paths, how do you decide which one will best support your goals?Developing the Criteria for Identifying Your Best PathIn this episode of The Advancement Spot, I was pleased to be joined by Stephanie Sansone, a VIP Apply Yourself member who has been with us since day one through Mastering Academic Applications and The Success Society. During her graduate school application period, Steph was not only accepted to her top school but highly sought after by multiple grad school supervisors — an impressive feat!Listen now to learn how she faced the challenge of choosing between two supervisors, and where she found the invaluable support that helped her confidently move forward with her decision.In this episode, you'll discover:The due diligence process that helped Steph settle on the ideal supervisor and institution for her career goals and mental healthSteph's tried-and-tested advice for students who are choosing between multiple supervisorsHow to conduct research in a way that allows you to more easily retain and apply what you've learned (and when it's okay to use Google!)How the learning process differs from undergrad to grad school — and why you must remain open to “learning how to learn” The mindset shift that will allow you to give yourself grace and experience growth during your academic journeyFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Stephanie Sansone is working on her Master's in Science and Biology at York University, with the intention of applying to medical school.Timestamps:‌ ‌00:46  Meet Steph02:54  Choosing between supervisors06:03  Finding support11:28  Mental health14:16  Steph's advice16:05  Conducting research20:59  Bridging the Google gap26:01  Learning the learning process28:39  Mindset32:50  Biggest shift36:57  OutroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

You Can Have It AllWe all want our lives to have a rewarding balance of professional achievements, self-actualization, and personal satisfaction and growth. But is it possible to fit it all on our plates without compromise… or burnout?Creating a Healthy and Supported BalanceThis bite-sized solo episode explores a question that came up recently in The Success Society, our weekly private coaching program, when one of our members wondered whether it was possible to finish their Master's program, then apply for and get into their MD PhD program, all while having a family and living their most fulfilling life. Listen now to learn why it is possible to have it all professionally and personally — and discover the healthy mindset shifts and strategies that can help you accomplish this!In this episode, you'll discover:Why it isn't greedy to want more for your life — and how to recognize the self-limiting beliefs that are holding you backWhy the concept of keeping your personal and professional lives completely separate may not be serving you (and may actually be harming you)The practical and creative strategies that will help you build personal and professional lives that support each otherHow “wanting it all” can help you create more positive impact for those around you Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:45  Intro02:01  Self-limiting beliefs03:18  Personal v. professional lives06:27  Finding support07:34  Creating more impact09:09  Supporting & investing in your growth10:53  Just wanting more12:58  Recap & outroLinks mentioned:‌ ‌Shnier Mackenzie LawConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

What to Expect When You're Applying with Olivia DobieckiWhen you're the first in your family to move through the application process, it's easy to feel lost and overwhelmed. What do students need in order to feel supported, knowledgeable, and confident throughout this journey?Peeking Behind the Curtain: A Unique Perspective of the Apply Yourself Way    In this week's episode, I speak with Olivia Dobiecki, our wonderful administrative assistant who has been part of the Apply Yourself family for the past 18 months. Olivia has not only seen it all during this time, she also has firsthand experience with our programs. In this candid conversation, she shares behind-the-scenes insights regarding our client successes, and describes her own experiences in our Mastering Academic Applications program and The Success Society, our invite-only private coaching.You'll discover:How shifting the application process from a confusing maze of open tabs to a manageable and streamlined action plan helped clarify Olivia's career goalsHow a non-competitive community of peers can help ease the stress of waiting to hear back from institutionsWhy Olivia considers visualization to be such a powerful and important decision-making toolWhen she recommends enrolling in Apply Yourself — and how her own timeline ended up saving her time, money, and a lot of stress! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Guest bio: Olivia completed her Bachelor of Science in Global Health with a specialization in health promotion and disease prevention from York University. She currently works as an administrative assistant at Shnier Mackenzie Law and Policy Consulting, and will be applying to law school this upcoming cycle.Timestamps:‌00:45  Meet Olivia Dobiecki02:40  Deciding to reach out04:34  Streamlining the process07:32  Having community09:05  Visualization & decision-making12:59  Timeline & process15:33  A-ha! moments18:53  Final advice & outroConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Pursuing Law Through the NCA Process with Lais GomesThe application process can often feel like a challenging puzzle, especially when your situation or background isn't typical. Sometimes, the process can unearth painful memories or trauma. The full range of our experiences make up who we are, but how should we present them in our applications?Crafting Your Narrative: Balancing Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Self CareIn this episode, I sit down with one of our fantastic clients, Lais, who has made some major life changes since moving to Canada from Brazil in 2019. Our thoughtful conversation explores her journey from practicing law to serving in the nonprofit sector — and how we've been helping her find her way back into the legal world. Lais shares her experience of putting together the pieces of the application process puzzle and reshaping her career trajectory after a long absence from her field.You'll discover:The decision-making process that helped Lais clarify her goals and discover her path to a career that she finds meaningful, nourishing, and inspiringHow she wove together the threads of all of her experiences, goals, and values into a vivid and cohesive narrative that reflects her unique journey and talentsHow the application process can cause us to face things in our lives that we haven't fully dealt with yet — and how this can lead to transformational shifts in the way that we want to live and serveHow coaching helped her gain confidence in her ability to showcase her skills and communicate the value of her experiences  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:46  Meet Lais02:51  Planning her trajectory03:41  Coaching experience05:25  Clarifying her path10:17  Finding work as a newcomer12:20  The application process 16:18  Sharing authentically & comfortably24:42  Staying aligned & intentional27:02  ConclusionConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Joyful, Non-Toxic Learning with Dr. Deena ShafferWhen an educational experience is steeped in competitiveness, one-size-fits-all policies, a “grind” mindset, and an emphasis on achievement over individual growth, the classroom can feel stressful and unwelcoming. How can we create learning environments that feel healthy and supportive?Infusing Sustainability, Empathy, and Inclusivity into the ClassroomThis week, I was excited to sit down with a former teacher of mine, the wonderful Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer. Dr. Shaffer is the author of Feel Good Learning and a lifelong learning strategist who can be described as both an academic resilience coach and a nontoxic productivity coach. Our conversation is full of beautiful insights about what we can and should be doing to make learning feel better — for students and teachers alike.You'll discover:The personal journey that inspired Dr. Shaffer's nontoxic learning philosophy and the strategies she uses to make learning feel more welcoming and joyfulWhat needs to be unpacked and addressed when it comes to decision-making around learning and our students' need for external validationThat all life is education — and why confining our focus to classroom strategies, institutional policies, and scoring standards is reductive and short-sighted  How establishing a nurturing safe space to explore creativity can create lifelong confidence in expressing ourselves creativelyHow introverted and gentle people can find their place in a teaching world that rewards extroversion and performativityFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:44  Meet Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer04:49  Nurturing creativity & getting out of the way13:55  Quiet teachers & embracing aliveness17:24  Dr. Shaffer's approach23:27  All life is education26:10  Authenticity & deconditioning30:18  External validation38:59  Finding joy47:02  Final tip & what's next51:02  ConclusionLinks:‌ ‌Awakened Learning by Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer Instagram: @awakenedlearningConnect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal — Let us know about your scheduling strategies!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications — with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Mastering Law School Applications with Sam KinsellaIn this episode I had the honour of chatting with Sam Kinsella, a recent member of the Apply Yourself Community, where we discuss his journey and the significant milestones he has achieved over the past year. Sam, currently working for the Ministry of Energy, shares insights into his experiences and the pivotal role that the Apply Yourself Mastering Academic Applications program played in his path to success.Journey Through Uncertainty: Navigating Life's Challenges and Building MomentumThroughout our conversation, Sam generously shares his firsthand experiences and insights gained from the application process. From grappling with uncertainties to discovering the power of building momentum, Sam offers advice for anyone navigating the journey of defining their goals and preparing for their next steps. Let's dive into Sam's journey, exploring the importance of positivity, resilience, and strategic decision-making in the pursuit of personal and professional growth.Sam reflects on the process of deciding to enroll in the Apply Yourself program, highlighting the importance of understanding one's goals and aligning them with the program's offerings.He emphasizes the transformative nature of the program, particularly in refining his application materials and framing his experiences in a compelling manner. Sam recalls specific moments, such as receiving feedback on his drafts, which led to significant realizations about authentic self-expression.Through visualization exercises and mindset coaching, Sam learned to shift his focus from dwelling on obstacles to identifying actionable steps towards his goals. This shift in mentality not only impacted his application process but also influenced his approach to everyday challenges and time management.Sam shares insights into navigating conversations about challenging experiences in his journey. He emphasizes the importance of reframing difficulties as learning opportunities and focusing on personal growth rather than comparison with others.Sam emphasizes the importance of building momentum and making decisions from a positive place rather than a negative one. He reflects on his own journey of self-discovery and application preparation, highlighting the value of small wins and the power of knowing what you want to pursue. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

The Importance of Consistency in Success with Priya P.I'm thrilled to have you join me today as we delve into a heartfelt conversation with Priya, our determined client on a journey towards her academic dreams. In this episode, we explore Priya's transformative experience navigating the challenging landscape of graduate school applications. From moments of self-doubt to triumphant achievements, Priya shares valuable insights into the power of self-validation, consistency, and resource utilization. Navigating Graduate School Applications with ConfidenceJoin us as we uncover the strategies and mindset shifts that propelled Priya towards success, offering invaluable lessons for anyone embarking on their own academic or professional journey. Let's dive in!Priya initially believed her CV was strong but discovered its limitations through coaching with Apply Yourself, ultimately gaining a deeper understanding of her experiences and their relevance to her goals. She highlights the importance of infusing her personality and personal connection into the statement, moving beyond a purely intellectual approach.Priya discussed the importance of revisiting her application after submission to reassure herself and reignite her confidence in her abilities.Through coaching with Apply Yourself, Priya gained confidence in her abilities and learned how to approach interview questions strategically. She also developed a more positive mindset about her worthiness and success.Priya's consistent dedication to the process, despite occasional challenges and nerves, contributed to her success.Priya emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities for support and guidance, such as finding coaching resources like Apply Yourself.Priya encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their potential for growth, highlighting her own journey from uncertainty to confidence with the help of Apply Yourself.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Looking for support with your graduate or professional school applications? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!  

Live Mindset Work for Increase with LeniI'm thrilled to share a special episode where I had the opportunity to delve into a coaching session with our client, Leni. At the end of our session, Leni suggested that we turn our conversation into a podcast episode, knowing it could benefit others facing similar challenges. We explored Leni's experience of discomfort, dissecting procrastination, and reflecting on the concept of taking time for granted. Our discussion even led us to explore the concept of the 'upper limit problem' and how it can impact our success. Join us as we dive deep into these topics and share insights that could help you navigate your own journey.Turning Discomfort into Growth: A Deep Dive into Procrastination and Personal EvolutionIn our conversation, we delved into the feelings of discomfort and resistance many of us experience while preparing for the LSAT exam. We explored the concept of listening to your body and unpacking the underlying emotions that may be causing procrastination or hesitancy. Here are the key points we discussed:Exploring Feelings: I acknowledged feeling discomfort and resistance when attempting to study for the LSAT. We delved into the emotions behind these feelings, such as fear of failure and uncertainty about the future.Processing Emotions: We emphasized the importance of processing emotions and facing them head-on rather than avoiding them. I encourage you to acknowledge and understand these feelings as a normal part of personal growth and change.Recalibration: We discussed the need for recalibration after a period of intense emotional processing or personal development. I suggest using tools like mindset journaling to reflect on experiences and ground myself in the present.Accepting Change: There was a focus on accepting positive change and embracing growth, even when it feels uncomfortable or unfamiliar. Discomfort is a normal part of the process and can be used as a catalyst for personal evolution.Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs: We touched on the concept of the "upper limit problem" from "The Big Leap," highlighting the tendency to self-sabotage when reaching a certain level of success or happiness. I encourage you to break through these limiting beliefs and embrace ongoing growth and improvement. Follow and subscribe to never miss and episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want support with studying for the LSAT? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!  

Celebrating YOU!In our monumental 100th episode of the Advancement Spot Podcast, I embark on a heartfelt journey of reflection, gratitude, and celebration. This episode isn't just about hitting a number; it's about taking a moment to look back, soak it all in, and say a big, heartfelt "thank you" to each and every one of you who've been with us on this journey. To our incredible listeners, your support and engagement have been the driving force behind the success of this podcast. Without your dedication, we wouldn't be celebrating this monumental achievement today.So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. Thank you for tuning in, for sharing your thoughts, for being part of this amazing community we've built together. You've made every episode worthwhile, and I couldn't be more grateful for each and every one of you. Here's to many more episodes and shared moments together! Celebrating Success: Voices from the Apply Yourself CommunityThroughout this special episode, I'll be diving into the amazing stories of transformation that have unfolded thanks to Apply Yourself services. Our fantastic members from Apply Yourself step up to share their own tales of growth and success.Our members express their heartfelt thanks to Apply Yourself for the incredible support and guidance they've received. They talk about how the program has boosted their confidence and helped them chase their dreams with a newfound zeal.We have several members sharing their experiences with Apply Yourself and how it's changed the game for them in terms of applications and personal growth, highlighting how crucial community support is for shaping personal and professional growth.Our members share stories of overcoming tough times and achieving what they once thought impossible, thanks to the support of Apply Yourself.Our members highlight the importance of having a structured approach to application processes, which helped them to navigate complexities and overcome challenges.We dive into the deep end of personal growth in this episode, exploring everything from self-reflection to boosting confidence. It's clear that Apply Yourself isn't just a program—it's a life-changer, giving you the tools you need to navigate life's twists and turns.Our members share how they've kicked negative thinking to the curb and how it's made a world of difference in their lives and relationships. From the bottom of my heart, I want to give a huge shoutout to the amazing team behind Apply Yourself. They've poured their hearts and souls into making this program a success, and we wouldn't be here without them. Thanks for being the wind beneath our wings!Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com or DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know when you ask for help and how we can support you! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out

How to Know When to Say YesLet's discuss one of the most important decisions I've ever made: saying yes. It's a common question to ask yourself, 'Am I making the right choice? Am I on the right path?' The decision I made at a young age to embrace opportunities that resonated with my goals highlights the significance of deliberate decision-making and mentorship in personal growth. Embracing Opportunities: A Journey of Intentional Decision-Making and Personal GrowthI encourage you to evaluate your choices, set boundaries, and align your actions with their highest aspirations. There is a liberating freedom found in embracing opportunities that serve personal growth and alignment. At a young age, I made the pivotal decision to seize opportunities aligned with my ambitions, beginning with my tenure at Baycrest's Rotman Research Institute in Neuroscience during my undergraduate years.I delve into the nuanced aspects of intentional decision-making, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and personal reflection in navigating life's opportunities and challenges.Despite encountering challenges and tough choices along the way, I reflect on each experience with fondness and gratitude, emphasizing the transformative impact of intentional decision-making.I underscore the importance of seeking out opportunities that align with personal values, even during my student years, and acknowledge the intentional effort put into every decision.Reflecting on past experiences, I acknowledge the importance of letting go of relationships or opportunities that no longer serve my growth or alignment with personal goals.Give yourself permission to say yes to opportunities that resonate with your true self, you will start to attract less of what doesn't align by focusing on what does. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Let's talk about how to know when to say yes! Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Embracing Flexibility in Your ScheduleA topic that comes up in so many of our coaching calls, is scheduling and flexibility. This often comes up at the beginning of the year, as we have new classes, new jobs, new responsibilities, and new obligations to ourselves and to other people. So, when we have new things that we want to do and get involved in, how do we fit all that in?Navigating Life's Rhythms Through Flex SchedulingWhen it comes to scheduling anything from school, family time, social time, time to study, work, how do we do it all? It is easy to want a routine, but life is flexible, so we need to find some flexible time. Embracing flexibility in your life to your advantage is going to change how you do and see everything and every opportunity, and that is why we use flex scheduling.Flex scheduling requires the process of identifying non-negotiables and integrating flexibility into the schedule to accommodate different activities.It is important to use flex time productively, doing activities such as exercise, socializing, or engaging in meaningful experiences rather than passive pursuits like scrolling or binge-watching.Be present and mindful in every activity, whether it's studying, working, or leisure time. I encourage intentional engagement with chosen activities.Life is inherently flexible, schedules may change due to evolving circumstances and unexpected events. Embrace life's ebbs and flows, and adapt your routine accordingly.Find comfort in the flexibility of life rather than seeking rigid routines. It is important to adapt to different life seasons and use flexibility to your advantage.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Want support with scheduling for success? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Using Your Discomfort to Guide You to SuccessIn our previous episode, we delved into the intricacies of intention setting for the new year, emphasizing consistency, accountability, strategy, and hope. Building on that, I stress the inevitability of discomfort in the pursuit of growth. While remaining in a comfort zone may feel secure, real progress often requires investing energy, time, and sometimes money in oneself. There are two types of discomfort—urgent, fight-or-flight reactions indicating a safety concern, and the "good" discomfort associated with personal and professional advancement. This episode takes a deeper dive into the transformative power of this constructive discomfort, unraveling its manifestations and its role as a guiding force on our journey to success.Unveiling the Uncomfortable: Navigating Growth and the Two Faces of DiscomfortIn this episode, we navigate the landscape of discomfort and its profound role in personal and professional growth. From decoding the nuances of different discomforts to leveraging it as a guiding force, we explore the transformative journey towards success. Here's a closer look at what we covered in this episode:Delving deeper, I draw a clear line between the discomfort that signals immediate danger and the discomfort that accompanies the journey of pushing our boundaries and embracing growth.Recognize the transformative power of discomfort, and view it as a compass. This discomfort becomes your guide, steering your decisions, shaping your energy investments, and influencing where you choose to allocate your resources.There are many physiological manifestations of discomfort, it can manifest as tightness in the chest, stomachaches, or tension in various parts of the body. Recognizing these physical signs is key to self-awareness.It's crucial not to downplay your emotions. I stress the importance of acknowledging and addressing your feelings, irrespective of their perceived magnitude, emphasizing the significance of self-validation.Dream big! There is power in setting ambitious goals. Discomfort is an integral part of the process, propelling us toward those dreams that might initially seem out of reach.Regularly reassess your intentions and how discomfort is harnessed. This ongoing evaluation ensures that your journey aligns with your personal and professional growth objectives.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and continue this discussion on discomfort for growth? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com or DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know when you ask for help and how we can support you! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode:Episode 96: 

Components of Intention Setting for the New YearToday, we're diving into a topic close to my heart – intention setting for the new year. As we kick off 2024, I want to share my insights on why resolutions often miss the mark, and why I don't wait for the New Year to start working on a new goal. I operate on a quarterly, monthly, and sometimes even daily basis to ensure my intentions align with the ever-evolving journey of life. So, whether you're a seasoned goal-setter or looking for a fresh approach, let's navigate the path to a purposeful and successful 2024 together. The Art of Intention Setting and Key Components for SuccessIn this episode, we're steering away from traditional resolutions and delving into the transformative power of intention. Here are the five things that I make sure I am implementing constantly and regularly reviewing to foster a sense of renewal in the New Year: Intention setting – Why do I set intentions rather than traditional New Years Resolutions? Intentions involve making active and intentional choices aligned with your goals.Consistency - Success is built through consistent effort, energy, and intentionality. You need to approach goals with a daily commitment to making the right choices, big and small.Accountability Matters - Surrounding oneself with a supportive community that holds each other accountable is crucial. True accountability involves regular check-ins and updates, ensuring commitment to personal goals. That's what the Apply Yourself Community is here for!Strategic Approach - Having a well-thought-out strategy is essential for achieving long-term goals. Strategy serves as a roadmap, guiding you through challenges and circumstances on the path to success.Hope as a Driving Force – You must maintain hope for a better future. Believing in your limitless potential and possibilities is essential for achieving significant and long-term goals.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!If you want to chat about goal-setting, and connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot, email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, and send me a DM personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal –  Let us know how we can support you in your own advancement journey!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

How Social Circles Affect Our SuccessIn today's episode, I want to share insights from a recent coaching call where we discussed a common challenge: dealing with changing social circles while striving for personal and professional advancement. This particular conversation stemmed from a member in our Mastering Academic Applications program who expressed a dilemma about a group of friends whose goals seemed to be misaligned. Join me as we explore strategies for planning for the future and choosing friends who align with your positive growth. Navigating the Social Landscape: Balancing Success, Friendship, and Self-DiscoverySocial circles, as we all know, can be unpredictable. You can't anticipate that a group today will remain unchanged over the next 5, 10, or even 50 years. People evolve, friendships transform, and it's a journey that we can't entirely plan for. How can we approach planning for the future and selecting friends who contribute positively? Here are some key points from this episode: As a young person, I've experienced similar challenges - wanting to socialize while dedicating time to studies. It's essential to recognize that studying and achieving success take time, and there's no quick fix. What we do need is consistency, accountability, and a sprinkle of hope. Believing in yourself is key; if it's in your head, it's already yours - just figure out the how.In contemplating success, I encourage you to define what it means to you. For me, it's freedom - the ability to choose.Your current circumstances and friend groups play a role in your current and future success. Consider who you surround yourself with; it's a massive predictor of your journey. Yes, advancing might mean feeling a bit lonely sometimes, but that's the truth of success. You will outgrow people, and it's okay.Think about the you in five or ten years - the successful you. What choices would that person make today regarding social circles? Align your decisions with your future success. You're on your unique journey, and it's okay to prioritize your goals over immediate socializing.We all crave acceptance, a biological instinct, but now we're in settings where we decide who has the privilege of being in our lives. Focus on those who support your journey and reciprocate the support.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode!Connect with Adrienne! Need support navigating social circles? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Feel free to connect!  Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode:Episode 53: How to Define Success —> ht

On Running Out of Time with Our LSAT Coach, Marco KimIn this episode,  I'm joined by Marco Kim, our wonderful LSAT coach in Mastering Test Prep! Marco is a second-year law student at the University of Western Ontario, formerly an economics student at the University of McGill. As a seasoned LSAT coach, Marco shares valuable strategies and perspectives on effectively managing time constraints and achieving your LSAT goals. Join us as we explore practical approaches to handling time-related challenges and maintaining focus on achieving academic objectives.Navigating Time Constraints and Achieving Goals with Marco KimPreparing for the LSAT can be quite a journey, and we understand the challenges it brings. Recognizing the significance of time management can help you to ease stress and enhance your study approach. In this episode, we delve into essential strategies for managing time constraints and successfully achieving goals. Listen to learn more about:Acknowledging time constraints when plans encounter interruptions, delays, or unforeseen issues. Your original plan may fall short due to time constraints and trigger a sense of panic. The first step towards a solution is recognizing these time limitations.Adopting an outsider's perspective to look at the situation objectively and deal with panic. Learn how to distinguish between external factors causing delays and internal issues with plan execution.Being generous with yourself when planning and managing time - plan for consistent disruptions or accounting for extra time if not. If delays are due to poor planning, reevaluate strategies for a more effective approach.Focusing  on essential goals when time is insufficient. Recognize the importance of reassessing what can be realistically achieved and recognize various goals within a larger plan and understand their timelines.The need to reevaluate and reassess goals instead of outright abandoning them. There is a delicate balance required between realistic expectations and often underestimated time requirements.Marco's personal strategy for calming panic, involving detachment from the situation, having a meal, and engaging in relaxing activities. Remember to look at the situation objectively after grounding yourselfFollow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with Marco and our other amazing coaches in Mastering Test Prep? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. Interested in working with Marco? Email him at Marco@applyyourselfglobal.com. And DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal – Let us know how we can support you in your standardized test prep!   Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications – with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Mastering the MCAT with Our Coach, Josh KapurI'm joined by one of our wonderful MCAT Coaches in Mastering Test Prep, Josh Kapur! Josh is a fourth year student in the Kinesiology program at the University of Toronto, and we are so happy to announce that he has been admitted to his first choice medical school program! He has been actively involved in so many Apply Yourself initiatives and we're so grateful for all of his work. We get to know Josh in this episode and learn more about his journey and what led him here to Apply Yourself. Nurturing Yourself and your Strategy While Studying for the MCAT Studying for the MCAT is a high-stress and often isolating experience. It's so important to take care of yourself and focus on strategies that work best for you. Tune in this episode to learn more about: Insights into the medical school application process;The ways we bring our clients the most up-to-date resources and strategies that suit their individual learning styles through the unique delivery of expertise by each of our Coaches; Josh's experience writing the MCAT and the strategies he used that best suited his own learning style, such as spaced repetition, and the ways he simulated the uncertainties of test day by studying in different environments;The importance of focusing on yourself and your strategy, not on the competition, especially during high-stress times like studying for the MCAT or any standardized test - You're writing the test by yourself, for yourself, so it's imperative to not let other people's opinions and comparisons impact the way you study; Apply Yourself's holistic approach to coaching where we focus on the personal outside of the test, not just the test, because the personal and the professional are one in the same. We need to nurture both throughout our advancement; The student groups Apply Yourself sponsors across the country and internationally, such as the MCAT Prep Club at UofT, which Josh is a part of! Our Mastering Test Prep program and the ways our Coaches strive to provide our clients the best standardized test strategies - In MTP, you have the option to choose your own Coach and build a working relationship with them so they can really get to know you as a person and your learning style. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with Josh and our other amazing coaches in Mastering Test Prep? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. Interested in working with Josh? Email him at josh@applyyourselfglobal.com. And DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know how we can support you in your standardized test prep!   Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Scheduling for Success: How to Stay on TrackWhat happens when things don't go according to schedule? We have to plan for contingencies and external factors in order to keep moving towards our goals. Today, I explore with you some scheduling strategies that have helped me and my students and clients in their advancement. Flex Schedules and Planning for ChangeMany of us are going through challenging processes and times of busyness. Remember, stress and sacrifice aren't forever. Our “ideal” schedule and our non-negotiables change over time and invite the changes that come with our journeys. Here are three types of schedules that you can develop to help keep you on track: The Ideal Schedule - This is where you map out what you actually have to do for this moment in time. What are your obligations and non-negotiables? If you're enrolled in Mastering Academic Applications, I give you a template for scheduling and you fill it out with ease. Otherwise, you can develop a schedule that works for you and map out your day, the time that each task takes you, and do so in the context of an ideal world. This is a world where everything runs smoothly, consistently, and there are no outside influences.The Flex One Schedule - This is your schedule when some things don't go according to plan. Maybe you need to spend more time studying for your standardized tests and this means you can only go to the gym three times in the week instead of five. Your flex one schedule allows more time for the non-negotiables and less time for the negotiables.The Flex Two Schedule - This is your schedule when a lot doesn't go according to plan. You may have to start cutting down on things that maybe, in your ideal or flex one schedule, are non-negotiable in order to give yourself more time to do more urgent tasks. For example, when you have to take care of a family member in the hospital. During times of intense stress and uncertainty, it's so important to take care of yourself while being there for the people around you.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want support with scheduling for success? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know about your scheduling strategies! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 32: Caring For Loved Ones During Our Times Of Advancement – Is It Possible? With Stephanie Muskat —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-32/ 

Studying for Standardized TestsIn this week's episode, I share with you my top three non-negotiables for standardized test studying. Four degrees later, I can safely say that I've been through a ton of school and exam periods, both as a student and as a professor who sees what students need to succeed. For standardized tests, studying is much more prolonged, requires more endurance, and requires you to build up the skill and muscle memory to be able to perform at your best. My Top 3 LSAT & MCAT Non-NegotiablesIt's important to put your health first and engage in study strategies that are sustainable. These are my top 3 non-negotiables when it comes to studying for the MCAT, the LSAT, or any standardized test: Sleep - You need full nights of restful, restorative sleep that allow you to be sustained throughout the day and go to bed at a reasonable time, all with a perfect study strategy that allows you to feel good about the progress that you're making. Physical movement - You don't have to go for an intense jog. You can do shorter bursts of physical movement that restore you and your mind. When I was in school studying for exams and standardized tests, I always did one thing to keep me studying productively, and that was go to the gym.Time to think - It's vitally important that your subconscious mind has the time and the space to think, process, and put your skills and memory into the short-term and long-term so that it's sustained throughout your studying. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!We would love to hear from you! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Feel free to connect and I'll send you some resources on sleep!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 49: There's No Shame in Rewriting Standardized Tests —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-49/ Episode 78: We're Doing LSAT Questions LIVE! With Jaylene D. —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-78/ Episode 85: How To Deal With LSAT Issues With Our LSAT Coach, Marco Kim —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-85/ Episode 87: Writing The LSAT With Jacob McNair —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-87/ 

When to Ask for HelpI share with you another client story from one of our group coaching calls in The Success Society, which is our higher-level coaching group where we talk about all things outside of the application. Now, I am a firm believer that you don't need to come with a “problem” or something to troubleshoot every single week in order to participate in and benefit from our coaching sessions. Like I say to our Apply Yourself community members, you don't need to wait until you experience a problem to reach out and ask for support. When it comes to our coaching, we take a holistic approach because you shouldn't actually have to ask for help. It should be a well-rounded process that you engage in fully, freely, and on your own terms.Holistic Coaching, Asking for Help, and Making Good Choices in your AdvancementChatting with this client brought up a really important question: When do we ask for help? Asking for help often requires a serious analysis of where we are, where we want to be, and the gap between them. Here are some key points from this episode:If you're feeling unsure of your next steps, it's important to take a step back and visualize where you want to be in a productive way. In order to reach your goals, your current self needs to make choices that can, in truth, be uncomfortable. These are often the choices you would make when you look back in hindsight. Imagine yourself 10, 20, 30 years into the future, or even 1 year in. What choices would you make today to get you where you want to be faster, without stress, with more joy, support, encouragement, and community, and in a healthier and sustainable way?  There doesn't always have to be a problem. It's important to learn how to ask for help and when to ask for help. And in order to ask for the right kind of help, you need the right people to be on the other end, listening to and supporting you.At Apply Yourself, we provide coaching for applications, for test prep, and for life in general, and we have programs that focus on each of those areas. Want help on applications? We have Mastering Academic Applications. Want to excel in your MCAT and LSAT test prep? We have Mastering Test Prep. Need support in different areas of your life? We have The Success Society. And for all of the above, we always offer 1:1 VIP time to our clients. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and continue this discussion on asking for help? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com or DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know when you ask for help and how we can support you! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Fighting Through Fear and External Validation with FarwaToday, I'm joined by one of our dear clients, Farwa, who has made so many amazing strides in our short time working together! Farwa is an incoming candidate of the Master of Health Industry Administration Program at the Schulich School of Business, and a recent graduate of York University's Global Health Program with a specialization in Health Policy, Management, and Systems. Farwa is a student leader and community worker with over three years of experience in community-based research, student engagement, and leadership development. She is interested in pursuing research pathways for humanitarian and community health, and exploring innovative and technological ways to improve health outcomes. I am so excited to be joined by Farwa so we can both celebrate her success and learn more about her journey.The Importance of Investing in Yourself and Your ApplicationFarwa dishes out all the details this episode and describes her experience with the application from before our work together to now. I am so happy to share that Farwa has gained admission into her top program of choice at Schulich, and she is so excited to begin this next chapter of her advancement journey. Listen to this episode to learn more about:Farwa's academic background and professional interests in improving community health outcomes;Her experience working together in Mastering Academic Applications and The Success Society - through our coaching together, we were able to clearly define Farwa's goals, aspirations, and thoughts in her application in a polished, professional, and concise way;Insights into the application process at one of Schulich's Masters programs and the kind of strategy and preparation needed for success in the application materials and interview process; The level of personalized and customized support you gain by joining the Apply Yourself community, because we all come here each week with real vulnerability and readiness to share, accept, support, encourage, and strategize; and Why we have a 90% success rate in getting our clients and community members into their dream schools and jobs through our various programs, coaching strategies, and non-competition principle.  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Let us know if you're interested in learning more or if you want to join the Apply Yourself community!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Writing the LSAT with our LSAT Coach, Isabella PapaliaWe are joined by Isabella Papalia, one of our all-star LSAT coaches! Isabella holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behavior with a minor in Biology from McMaster University. She is currently completing her second year of law school with the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Today, we take you into the world of coaching with us and learn more about Isabella along the way. Believing in Yourself Throughout your LSAT and Law School JourneyThe LSAT and law school are no doubt challenging processes, but it's important to believe in yourself and ensure this path aligns with you. Isabella's experience demonstrates the ways that a growth mindset, consistency, discipline, and hard work can propel you forward. Listen to this episode to learn about: Isabella's academic and professional experience, in which her passions for science and law fuel her interest in intellectual property law; Her experience writing the LSAT, the lessons she learned, and some actionable LSAT study strategies; Isabella's philosophy behind LSAT coaching, where she is able to help our clients improve their scores, strategies, and circumstances around studying; Our online community platform where we ask questions and support one another each week; Not needing a specific background to get into and succeed at law school - your background is perfect for whatever you want to do, you just have to know that you enjoy doing it!Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot, Isabella, and our other wonderful coaches in Mastering Test Prep? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also email Isabella at isabella@applyyourselfglobal.com. And DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know if anything resonated with you this episode!  Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 5: Overcoming “Imposter Syndrome” —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-5/ Episode 55: Law School Chat Forums – Are They Useful? —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-55/ Episode 70: Meet Our LSAT & MCAT Coaches! Part 3: Josh Kapur, Gabriel Benjamen, Jacob McNair, Isabella Papalia, Jonathan Mackenzie —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-70/ 

Writing the LSAT with Jacob McNairWe have Jacob McNair, one of our amazing LSAT coaches, on the podcast! Jacob holds a a Masters degree in Journalism from Toronto Metropolitan University and is currently completing his second year of law school. Today, we're going to learn all about Jacob, his academic and professional background, his experience, his philosophy, and the ways these inform his coaching with Apply Yourself.The Key to Positive Mindset Shifts in your Law School and LSAT JourneyThe LSAT doesn't have to be an isolating or competitive process, and Jacob's experience can attest to that. When we undergo challenging and stressful periods of time, we need to remember to listen to the whispers that guide us to where we want to be, and seek out those moments of reassurance and support. Tune in to learn more about: Jacob's journey on getting to law school and his academic and professional background;His experience preparing for the LSAT and his perceptions on the competition - and at Apply Yourself we know that the competition is there, but we focus on you and what you bring to the table;What brought Jacob to Apply Yourself, where we help clients and applicants not only get the best grades, but also build healthy work habits; The importance of a growth mindset in recognizing that the competition is not there to work against you, but instead work alongside you as potential colleagues;Insights into the LSAT and the skills building involved so you can apply your study strategies to law school; andThe importance of gaining exposure to the law and to connect with lawyers when appropriate to determine if this is the path that aligns with you. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and get started on studying for the LSAT? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also email Jacob at jacob@applyyourselfglobal.com. And DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know how we can support you in your LSAT and law school journey!  Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 23: The Simple Question That Will Change Your Life —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-23/ Episode 70: Meet Our LSAT & MCAT Coaches! Part 3: Josh Kapur, Gabriel Benjamen, Jacob McNair, Isabella Papalia, Jonathan Mackenzie —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-70/&

Writing for Discovery vs. CommunicationIn today's episode, we talk about the key differences between writing for discovery vs. writing for communication. This distinction can apply to any piece of writing that is going to be submitted or be used for some purpose other than your own.The Discovery Phase of WritingWriting for discovery is so crucial to fully understand and process your own experiences. It can look like so many different things, like journaling or creating a web diagram, but it just has to make sense to you and help you process, understand, and connect the dots between your experiences. Here are some tips for writing for discovery to ensure this phase is a productive part of your process: First, you need to dedicate time to do this phase in order to plan out your final product and to fully reflect on your own circumstances, experiences, and the ways you grew from them. Second, you need to give yourself the quiet and the space to do this phase. Give yourself the time and space to think without pressure. Third, you need a pen and paper, rather than solely relying on typing. I suggest printing out your CV and beside each experience you write a description of your feelings, memories, and reflections on that experience. Fourth, you need to make connections between your experiences and where you were, where you are, and where you are going. After this process, you can then move forward into the… The Communication Phase of WritingWriting for communication is the phase where you convey your message for the understanding of your audience. Here are some tips for writing for communication: First, know who your audience is. Are you writing for the admissions committee, your professor, your colleagues, or your supervisor at work? Second, the communication phase has many considerations, such as proper formatting of your writing, and, in the context of applications, writing to advocate for yourself. Third, writing for communication is for the audience to understand who you are, what your experience is, and what you bring to the table. Fourth, you may switch between writing for discovery and writing for communication many times, and that is a totally normal part of the writing process. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and continue this conversation on writing for discovery and communication? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know how we can support you in your writing process!   Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Ways to Deal with LSAT Challenges with our LSAT Coach, Marco KimI am joined by Marco Kim, one of our amazing LSAT coaches, on today's episode! Marco holds a Bachelor's degree from McGill University where he completed his Major in Economics with a Double Minor in Philosophy and World Cinema. He is currently completing his second year of law school at the University of Western Ontario. He's back on the podcast this week to tell us more about himself and his advancement journey, and to share some key insights and strategies on succeeding at the LSAT. Tune in to learn more! The Importance of Consistency and Confidence in Your Law School JourneyWriting the LSAT and law school applications are often very intense, involved, and deeply introspective processes. While Marco's journey has not been easy, his story demonstrates the importance of being consistent in your studying, having confidence in yourself and your abilities, and being introspective when examining the reasons behind your decision to pursue law school. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Marco's personal interests, and his academic and professional experiences;His journey getting to law school and completing the application requirements, including the LSAT and his law school application components;Showcasing yourself in your law school applications and the importance of tailoring each personal statement and other written components to each school;Marco's study strategy and advice when he works with clients on the LSAT; andThe kind of coaching and support you receive when working with Marco and our other amazing LSAT and MCAT Coaches at Apply Yourself! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and get started on your LSAT journey? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also reach Marco at marco@applyyourselfglobal.com. Feel free to DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know how we can support you in your LSAT and law school applications!  Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 68: Meet Our LSAT & MCAT Coaches! Part 1: Hyun Tae Kim, Olga Shaporenko, Marco Kim, Jonathan Mackenzie —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-68/ Episode 78: We're Doing LSAT Questions LIVE! With Jaylene D —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-78/ 

Why You Need Independence for Growth This week, I bring you into a conversation that I had with one of my amazing clients in the Success Society, which was about the need for independence to grow. This amazing member was experiencing a few circumstances happening at home that were preventing her from going back to school and moving back to campus on time. Not only was she delayed in moving, she was also feeling alone and isolated while starting these new processes at the beginning of her semester because her partner was doing his co-op in a different city. Ultimately, after working through these feelings of nervousness and stress together, this member made some important realizations about the importance of guilt-free independence in order to grow and flourish while pursuing one's own advancement - listen to this episode to learn more! Insights on Growing Independently, Without Guilt or Shame So many of us rely on our relationships with people for comfort, and this is completely natural. But we cannot rely on the presence of another person so heavily that we revolve our entire schedules, strategies, and social time around what we think is convenient for the other person. There are ways that we can grow independently while also maintaining our cherished relationships with others. Here are some key takeaways from this episode: When we are implementing new skills and strategies to improve our productivity, grades, study habits, and further our advancement in general, we need to put ourselves first when it comes to making decisions that help us pursue our next best steps. Doing things independently and when you want to does not make you selfish. Instead, this makes you appropriately focused on your own growth and success. Just because you and another person, whether it be your partner, friend, or family member, are not together doesn't mean you're growing apart. It means that you might be growing together in parallel, with the appropriate independence that you need in order to make decisions for yourself, unencumbered by the decisions or expectations of others.  Remember, if they are the right person or people, they will support you in your independent growth and grow alongside you.Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot and continue this conversation on growing independently? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know if anything in this episode resonated with you and your circumstances!  Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Setting Ourselves up for Study Success This is a question I often receive and is also something that came up during one of our coaching calls in Mastering Test Prep,  that is: How can you set yourself up for study success? This conversation came up with one of our Apply Yourself members because they're starting to implement new study strategies to really bump up their grades, and I share these strategies with you today! 5 Strategies for Study Success These strategies for study success revolve around planning and understanding what you need to succeed. This includes nourishing your body and mind, and planning ahead in order to get what you need to boost your productivity and performance while studying. Here are 5 strategies for study success that you can use to propel your advancement forward: Set up your study environment for success. You need to have a study space that you are comfortable and safe in, whether it be at home, at school, or in the library, otherwise you may feel distracted.  Make sure that you are feeding your body nourishing foods. This means meal planning in advance and packing your food appropriately and sustainably. This is an especially important point for students because food is expensive. We talk a lot about meal planning in our coaching sessions, including appropriate library foods and affordable, easy to make meal options.  Plan what times of the day you will be eating. Will you eat before or after class? When will you eat your meal and when will you have snacks? It's also important to keep an emergency stash of food in your bag at all times.Work in flexibility of when you will be eating throughout the day. Make sure you are eating when you are actually hungry and not just when you have it scheduled in.Make sure that you are drinking enough water throughout the day. Bring your refillable water bottle and fill it up at school or at work at the designated filtered water stations. You can also have coffee if you need to and plan to make it at home or budget accordingly.Use earplugs while you are studying. This was really helpful for me when I was studying because you can tune out any noise and distractions. You don't need earplugs to study well, but it's good to have the option to use them when you need to get into the zone. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want more strategies on studying successfully and productively? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know if these strategies helped you in your study success! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

The Art of To-Do Lists I often get this question from my students and clients: How do I manage my to-do list?We all have lists of things that we need to get done. Some challenges that we may face when it comes to to-do lists include 1) not prioritizing appropriately, and 2) finding ourselves in what I call “analysis paralysis,” where we overanalyze the things we need to get done to the point that we actually don't move forward with getting anything done. Today, I share with you actionable, efficient strategies that have worked and continue to work not only for myself, but also for my students and clients. 5 Strategies for Managing Your To-Do ListThere's no doubt that to-do lists are useful. We have to keep track of what we have to do so we can get everything done. But I'm here to tell you that we don't need to find the perfect tool or app to keep ourselves organized. Here are 5 key strategies to managing your to-do list and successfully getting things done: We have to prioritize appropriately. For example, we can prioritize getting tasks done based on deadlines, both externally and internally. Tune in to learn more! We have to commit to deadlines and trust in our own ability to fulfil the commitments we set out for both ourselves and others. Remember, these commitments are a reflection of us and our reputation.Know and understand that things on our to-do lists may take longer to complete than we expect, and this is totally normal! You are growing through the work that you set out to do, so give yourself a little grace and flexibility. Part of maturing is knowing and understanding that we can't always do 100% of the things that we want to do when we have to finish 100% of the things that we need to do.  At the end of each work day, write out a list of all of your next steps, everything that you still need to do, and everything that you didn't get done that you planned to get done that day. It's okay if this looks like some repetition on your to-do list and in your day-to-day. Here's the beauty of doing this: After you wake up, do your morning routine, and get to your workspace, you can refer to this list and know exactly where you need to start and you can easily get started where you left off. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want more strategy on successfully managing to-do lists? Connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot! Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal - Let us know if these strategies helped you get those to-do lists done! Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!

Defining Gratitude and Appreciation In this week's episode, I explore the idea of gratitude and the ways this can manifest in our relationships, specifically with our parents. This conversation on gratitude was sparked by a recent coaching session. One of our Apply Yourself members told us about a circumstance happening at home and they felt they needed to be there to mediate the situation. As you'll hear in this episode, there are healthy and unhealthy ways to show gratitude, and this can dictate our relationships and the ways we navigate them. Practising Healthy Gratitude in Our RelationshipsDuring this coaching call, we explored the ways we can show gratitude to our parents and in other relationships in a more healthy, well-rounded way. Different members had different ideas; some were healthy and some were not, and that's okay! This is the reality of dealing with relationships and circumstances. In the end, we came up with this: The way to show gratitude is by continuing to share your life with the people that you are grateful for. Here are some key takeaways: It's not healthy to suppress any feelings of disagreement between you or anybody else for the sake of showing gratitude. We need to be able to have wholesome, well-rounded conversations on what we agree and disagree on, and why - and we don't have to convince each other to agree! We can just have a mutual understanding of our different perspectives. Gratitude is also maintaining relationships even when things get hard. It's about continuing to share your life and your story with the supportive people around you. We need to be mindful of our social circles and who is in them, who is influencing us, and who we are influencing. Remember that relationships change and evolve over time.Our community members share very vulnerably with one another and with me, and for that I am so grateful. I am so grateful for everyone because we all show up each week to listen and support one another, all while practising strong confidentiality so everyone feels comfortable and confident in sharing what they need to during our time together. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to continue this discussion on gratitude and connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Tell us about your own perspective on showing gratitude and appreciation!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Finding Yourself Through Your Applications with MichelleToday, we have Michelle, one of our amazing community members, on the podcast! Michelle graduated from the Global Health program at York University, specializing in Health Policy, Management, and Systems. She is one of our OG clients who has been working with us for about a year and a half now, starting all the way back in the Founders Cohort of Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission. We talk about Michelle's journey through the application process, her growth and experience being a part of the Apply Yourself Community, and the work she engaged in that led to her finding herself again and getting accepted into the program of her dreams - Tune in to hear more!  The Need for Community in Your Applications  Michelle's work on her applications has led to such life-changing transformations and mindset growth in how she approaches everything, from her flourishing personal relationships, to the way she presents herself on paper and in person, the way she perceives herself and the person she is growing to be, and so much more. I am so proud of the strides Michelle has made in our time together, and her story exemplifies the importance of having a positive community supporting you throughout the application process. Listen to this episode to learn more about:Michelle's academic, professional, and personal experiences and interests; Her experience working on her applications before joining the Apply Yourself Community vs. after, and the transformative growth into herself where she now feels more confident in her own abilities and the future she is striving towards;Insights into the ways visualization can help us gain clarity on our goals and next best steps; The kind of growth that happens for our community members when they put in the work and show up for themselves each week in our group and 1:1 coaching calls; andThe importance of asking for help when you need it, and to seek a community that is supportive, consistent, and committed to your success, and vice versa! Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Are you seeking a positive community to support you in your advancement and applications? Connect with us and let's chat about how we can best work with you!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Episode 64: Listen To Your Body: When To Slow Down —> https://applyyourselfglobal.com/ep-64/

Fighting Through Fear and External Validation with FarwaToday, I'm joined by one of our dear clients, Farwa, who has made so many amazing strides in our short time working together! Farwa is an incoming candidate of the Master of Health Industry Administration Program at the Schulich School of Business, and a recent graduate of York University's Global Health Program with a specialization in Health Policy, Management, and Systems. Farwa is a student leader and community worker with over three years of experience in community-based research, student engagement, and leadership development. She is interested in pursuing research pathways for humanitarian and community health, and exploring innovative and technological ways to improve health outcomes. I am so excited to be joined by Farwa so we can both celebrate her success and learn more about her journey.The Importance of Investing in Yourself and Your Application Farwa dishes out all the details this episode and describes her experience with the application from before our work together to now. I am so happy to share that Farwa has gained admission into her top program of choice at Schulich, and she is so excited to begin this next chapter of her advancement journey. Listen to this episode to learn more about:Farwa's academic background and professional interests in improving community health outcomes;Her experience working together in Mastering Academic Applications and The Success Society - through our coaching together, we were able to clearly define Farwa's goals, aspirations, and thoughts in her application in a polished, professional, and concise way;Insights into the application process at one of Schulich's Masters programs and the kind of strategy and preparation needed for success in the application materials and interview process; The level of personalized and customized support you gain by joining the Apply Yourself community, because we all come here each week with real vulnerability and readiness to share, accept, support, encourage, and strategize; and Why we have a 90% success rate in getting our clients and community members into their dream schools and jobs through our various programs, coaching strategies, and non-competition principle.  Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!Want to connect with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot? Email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Let us know if you're interested in learning more or if you want to join the Apply Yourself community!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you! 

Doing LSAT Questions LIVE with Jaylene! In this episode, I invite you to experience first-hand a live coaching session in Mastering Test Prep, which takes place every Thursday where we work together on your standardized test strategy. This coaching session features one of our amazing members, Jaylene, and we ended up working through three LSAT Reading Comprehension questions together- and we got them all right! We also implemented and fine-tuned some strategies for Jaylene to use and carry with her throughout her advancement. Jaylene has had a massive, transformative realization about herself and the way she has been approaching the test and questions - stick around until the end of the episode to find out!  Studying for the LSAT Can Be Fun! and 5 Tips for LSAT and Standardized Test SuccessStudying for your standardized test doesn't have to be a gruelling, punishing, or lonely process. As this episode demonstrates, studying for the LSAT can be fun, it can evoke laughter and conversation, and it can produce some productive insights about your strategy and relationship with the test itself. Here are 5 tips to succeed at the LSAT and any standardized test: When working through passages on the LSAT, it's important to read for understanding rather than just going through the motions to answer questions. We need to reframe the way we think about LSAT passages. It's not that the wording in the passages doesn't make sense, it just needs to make enough sense for us to be able to answer the questions efficiently and accurately. As soon as we say “It just doesn't make sense,” we're letting go of our agency to do our standardized test, and we're giving away the power we have to actually work through it. Instead, let's reframe our mindset to “It's tough, but I can do it.” Our mind, ego, and feelings work in action to inform the ways we study and what answers we're willing to take risks on. For example, in Jaylene's experience before working together, not wanting to take a risk on the answer we thought was right, but wanting the certainty of the answer that we knew was incorrect.When undergoing these challenging processes and studying for standardized tests, we need support, community, people we can laugh with, the right kind of strategy, and people who understand the process to guide us through it. Follow and subscribe to never miss an episode! Connect with Adrienne!If you're interested in connecting with us at Apply Yourself: The Advancement Spot, email us at hello@applyyourselfglobal.com, or email me personally at adrienne@applyyourselfglobal.com. You can also DM us on Instagram @applyyourselfglobal -  Want to start mastering your LSAT, MCAT, or other standardized test? Let us know how we can support you!Ask the ExpertHave any questions on applications, advancement, studying for law school exams, and more? Send your questions to our above contacts, or you can submit an audio file via DM and we can feature you on the podcast!Work with Adrienne>>> Calling all applicants! Learn more about our signature course, Mastering Academic Applications: From Scratch to Submission and how you can finish your applications - with clarity, support, structure, and strategy with Adrienne, an Admissions Committee Member. Check out Adrienne's Calendar and book your Strategy Call HERE to learn more about if this program is right for you!