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Why a Strengths-Based Coaching Model Works

“You are unique and if that is not fulfilled, then something has been lost." Our origin story is tenderly wrapped up within that quote above. Thanks for letting us share the “why behind the why.”

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5 Value-Adds of Working with an Education Consultant

This school year may be winding down to a close, but that doesn’t mean that it’s too early to look ahead to next year. Whatever educational context you find your family in this next chapter (looking at new K-12 school for next year, moving across town or even across the country, or looking ahead to college planning), perhaps someone has mentioned working with or knowing of an educational consultant. What is one, how to find out if you need one, and what the added values are that come from partnering with one.

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ABC to XYZ: Decoding Educational Associations and Organizations

Blasted on the homepages of private school websites are a myriad of abbreviations—accreditations, associations, organizations, and more. Here, we share a few of the associations you should familiarize yourself with as you begin your school admissions journey.

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"What Time is the Three O'Clock Parade?" An Introduction to Whitehead Learning Group

Every business wants to provide exemplary customer service. Yet sometimes, we fall short of truly understanding how best to serve our clients. Disney cast members are frequently asked “What time is the three o’clock parade?” The answer, "Three o'clock," by the way, is the wrong answer.  Why?  Because that is not really what guests are asking.  Rather, guests are asking: “When do I need to find a spot to watch?  Exactly what time does it pass by right here?  Where is the best place to watch?  Where will my kids be able to best see the parade?”

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