Baz Luhrmann famously advised the graduating class of 1997 to wear sunscreen in his hit "song:" “Everybody's Free (to Wear Sunscreen).” His point: all the advice he could muster was based on his own meandering life experiences, but the importance of wearing sunscreen has been thoroughly backed by science.
Read MoreWhen most people consider local test-prep options, several tutoring methods come to mind: in-person tutoring at a local library or in-home tutoring at the dining room table; but there is another option that can be just as effective by virtue of its versatility: online tutoring.
Read MoreAs a test-prep professional, booking live presentations through local schools can be a great way to promote your business and reach new clients. But, in some cases, this is easier said than done.
Read MoreA new ad campaign from Geico's creative team is an excellent tool for teaching students about the process of elimination on the SAT® Critical Reading. No, seriously.
Read MoreLife hacks are all the rage. Whether it’s turning your hoodie into a feedbag, repurposing pool noodles, or reutilizing common kitchen gadgets—people are always looking for a good life hack!
Read MoreWhen it comes to your test-prep business, it's easy to get stuck aimlessly following traffic. The key to reaching your destination is to know your lane, plan your own path, and make the right moves to get out of the congestion caused by your competitors in the test-prep space.
Read MoreA standout college application demonstrates as much success and accomplishment outside of the classroom as inside. With so many extracurricular options, students can easily become overwhelmed and miss out on great chances to build their resume.
Read MoreThe folks at ACT® have just re-released Practice Test 1572C-PRE as the 2017-2018 Practice ACT® test. What is going on at ACT®?!
Read MoreHow can students position themselves to be part of the select few who receive a fat acceptance envelope instead of a flimsy one filled with disappointment? It’s actually less complicated than you might think.
Read MoreFollowing up with clients is vitally important for building and promoting your test-prep business. Here’s our advice on how to maximize your efforts.
Read MoreAfter months of helping your students prepare for the test, take the test, and celebrate their scores, the tutor-client relationship often ends abruptly. So, when and how should you follow up with your clients post-test day?
Read MoreWith summer tutoring sessions underway, a few simple, purposeful changes to your students’ study space can make a huge impact on the quality of their test-prep experience!
Read MoreWhy should you, an Expert Test-Prep Tutor, care what your clients think of your tutoring? You’re the EXPERT! The Seinfeld Paradox helps us explain exactly why!
Read MoreBeing cool and being perceived as “the smart kid” usually don’t go hand-in-hand. What to do when students decide they’re too cool to care about their own academic growth?
Read MoreTaking tests can be nerve-wracking; add the weight and implications of a high-stakes test like the SAT® or ACT®, and even the most relaxed test taker feels some pressure.
Read MoreWhere do your test-prep techniques fall on the evolutionary ladder? Are you on the bleeding edge or stuck in the Stone Age?
Read MoreThere are a number of objectives that must be achieved during the first tutoring session to ensure a clearly defined and optimally productive tutor-client relationship.
Read MoreWhat lessons can we draw from the success of the multi-billion dollar video game industry? What are the potential pitfalls when applying those lessons to test prep?
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