EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode, Jennifer Kantor Gershberg, Cornell, owner of JG Talks, empowers prospective and current college students with the skills and habits needed for academic and professional success. She shares actionable steps and advice everyone can use in their personal and professional life!
EPISODE NOTES
Hear Jennifer’s journey from lawyer to college professor-turned-campus speaker and educational content creator. Through her campus talks and online courses, Jennifer shares invaluable advice for students and parents, cutting through the noise to highlight effective strategies for maximizing connection, communication, networking and time management. She delves into essential study skills, providing insights and actionable steps to give students (or anyone) a significant edge in their academic journey.
Jennifer believes in complete authenticity–being genuine and true to oneself in every aspect, whether it’s making connections, demonstrating competence or pursuing interests–and shares her wisdom and knowledge for obtaining these life skills. She recounts her Tri Delta journey, explains why she loves being a facilitator and leaves us with final words that will help you feel prepared for the unpredictable in an ever-changing world!
Here are some highlights:
3:30 – Jennifer’s decision to go to law school
4:20 – Stepping away from her law practice
8:20 – “It’s actually okay to deviate from the plan”
10:45 – What does JG Talks offer students and families?
14:08 –The struggles of young students today
17:05 – Jennifer’s advice to other parents
20:20 – What matters more than where you go to college
22:02 – Anxiety in today’s college students
27:50 – Asking for help
28:04– Being a facilitator in Tri Delta (and you can be one too!)
Click here for a transcript of this episode.
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