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PrepWell Podcast with Phil Black

Phil Black
College Admissions
Prepwell Academy
Artificial Intelligence
Service Academies
SAT
Education
Extracurricular Activities
ROTC
Ivy League
Chatgpt
Technology
Advanced Placement Exam
Career Development
Work Ethic
Financial Aid
Standardized Testing
ROTC Scholarships
Accounting
College Affordability
ACT

The PrepWell Podcast helps parents prepare their children for the admissions process for highly-selective college programs like the Ivy League, military service academies (e.g. USNA and West Point), ROTC and athletic scholarships.

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In this week's podcast, I argue that students can no longer afford to sleep-walk their way through college.

It is no longer a 4-yr, extended vacation, built around fun, frivolity, promiscuity, and beer.

Why the sudden change?

* cost of attendan... more

In this week's podcast, I recommend whether to disclose your AP Exam scores in your college application.

This episode is important for seniors who are filling out their college applications as we speak as well as for sophomores/juniors who are wond... more

In this week's podcast, I encourage students to open up an individual brokerage account and a ROTH IRA.

I walked them through every step of the process.

Topics covered include:

* Why invest early?

* What to invest in?

* What is a brokerage... more

In this week's podcast, I issue a stern warning for teenagers who do not prepare ahead of time for their return to high school.

If their summer was dominated by endless scrolling, swiping, and video-watching, their attention span has likely withere... more

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Phil Black
Host of PrepWell Podcast, associated with PrepWell Academy; leads discussions on college admissions strategy, early preparation, and mentoring programs.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Enough already

    The clear political bent is getting old.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SKSS222
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice show

    Keep it up! Very straightforward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Financial Samurai
    United States3 years ago

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Sponsorships and mentoring program promotions are noted as valuable resources for families.
Overall, listeners praise practical, actionable college admissions guidance.

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Ep. 302 | ChatGPT = No More Excuses
Q: What are the best colleges to attend if I want to be an investment banker?
Recruiting is heavily school-targeted, with tiered targets: super target schools (Harvard, UPenn/Wharton, Stanford, Yale, Princeton), other super targets (Columbia, Dartmouth, Brown, Chicago, MIT) and tier 2 targets (NYU Stern, Michigan Ross, Berkeley Haas, Duke, etc.), due to on-campus recruiting, alumni presence, and strong placement into elite boutiques.
Ep. 302 | ChatGPT = No More Excuses
Q: What are the top few careers I should consider if I have a bachelor's degree in business or business management?
The answer centers on groupings by interest and growth potential, including leadership roles (e.g., operations manager, general manager), finance and analysis (e.g., financial analyst, business analyst), and customer-facing roles in sales and marketing (e.g., marketing manager, sales manager), with emphasis on sectors like tech, consulting, and entrepreneurship as pathways.

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What is PrepWell Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Actionable, strategy-driven guidance for families navigating highly selective college admissions and related pathways. Episodes center on practical planning for students and parents—covering college selection, admissions tactics, financial aid, test prep, and alternative paths like military academies, ROTC, and scholarships. Hosts emphasize early preparation, structured study habits, and realistic expectations, often tying in mentoring resources and programs to help families stay ahead in the process. A notable strength is the structured, step-by-step approach that blends concrete tactics with forward-looking planning, occasionally featuring sponsor messages tied to PrepWell Academy.

The show stands out for its clear focus on actionable pl... more

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