College Admissions Strategies 2026: How to Stand Out in a Hyper-Competitive Era
Featuring insights from The Plot Twist Is You — the new framework shaping how students craft their narrative.
The Rules of College Admissions Have Changed.
Is Your Family Ready for 2026?
Join us for a powerful, research-backed strategy workshop designed for high school families navigating a post-AI, test-optional, hyper-competitive admissions landscape. Discover what colleges value now, how storytelling beats statistics, and why your student’s narrative matters more than ever.
Reserve Your Spot Now
This Meeting Includes a Free 1:1 Strategy Session & Early Access to my new book, The Plot Twist Is You & Other Truths About Writing The College Essay
👉 Reserve Your Spot — Free 1:1 follow-up included!
SIGN UP TODAY! Who This Workshop Is For
Parents and students in grades 9–12 who want clear, actionable guidance on building a competitive college strategy, including:
• Rising seniors preparing to apply in 2026
• Students applying to UC, Ivy League, or highly selective universities
• Families seeking step-by-step clarity on essays, timelines, scholarships, and admissions strategy
• Students who want to stand out through authentic storytelling—not overwhelm and burnout
 Inside this live workshop, you will learn:
• The 4 categories colleges actually evaluate (and why most families focus on the wrong ones)
• How to build a narrative that admissions officers remember
• How to use frameworks from The Plot Twist Is You to strengthen your student’s voice
• What AI, test-optional policies, and hyper-selectivity mean for this year’s applicants
• The top mistakes families make in junior and senior year—and how to avoid themÂ
