Episode 17: How to Make College Planning Less Stressful - with Lee Norwood of College Sharks

In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast, Taralee sits down with Lee Norwood, founder of College Sharks, to unpack the emotional and logistical challenges families face when preparing teens for college. Lee shares how her virtual platform simplifies the college application journey with clear, bite-sized resources that reduce stress for both students and parents. They dive into everything from choosing the right school, understanding financial aid (including lesser-known programs like the Academic Common Market), and why early, informed planning makes all the difference. Lee also talks about how unintentional pressure from parents can impact teens, and how to better support your child through this pivotal time. If you're a parent navigating college admissions—or a teen feeling the pressure—this episode is packed with insight, encouragement, and practical tips to help you move forward with clarity and confidence. 🎓 Learn more about Lee's work at: CollegeSharks.com   Code NEW100 gets you $100 off of your annual membership FIND LEE ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/AnnapolisCollegeConsulting Https://www.facebook.com/collegesharks https://www.facebook.com/groups/collegesharks https://www.instagram.com/collegesharks/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leenorwood https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesharks [email protected]  THE SENIOR SUMMER SPRINT is www.collegesharks.com/summer-sprint. This will get your senior ready for application season!