Lee Norwood is the founder of College Sharks and a nationally recognized expert in college admissions strategy. After decades of blending creativity, mentorship, and real-world insight, she is on a mission to make the admissions process accessible, affordable, and empowering for every family.
With a background in business, marketing, and English—and years of guiding hundreds of students—Lee helps teens find their authentic voice, maximize merit-aid opportunities, and navigate admissions with confidence. Her energetic, student-centered approach has helped families unlock millions in scholarships while reducing stress and bringing clarity to one of life’s biggest decisions.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- That you can transform the college admissions journey into an empowering, confidence-building process for your teen.
- How creativity, personal connection, and real human insight outperform algorithms in today’s admissions landscape.
- Why families shouldn’t pay full price for college — and how strategic merit-aid planning can unlock tens of thousands of dollars.
- That your student’s authentic voice matters more than perfection when crafting standout essays.
- How Lee turned early independence, creativity, and entrepreneurial grit into a mission-driven business helping families nationwide.
- Why guidance doesn’t need to be expensive to be effective — and how accessible tools can level the playing field.
- How setbacks and industry challenges ultimately fueled the creation of College Sharks and the drive to support more families.
- That emotional support and clarity reduce stress and overwhelm during one of the biggest decisions in a teen’s life.
- How a strong, structured timeline can transform chaos into confidence throughout junior and senior year.
- Why empowering students to own their story leads to better applications, better outcomes, and a brighter future.
about the show
Imagine a show that’s more than just an interview or documentary—it’s a blueprint for success, showcasing the strategies, tools, and stories from some of the most influential people in the world.
Inspired by - although not associated with - other collaboration projects, it dives deep into the minds of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, pro athletes, and business titans, extracting their secrets for success and sharing them in a way that captivates and inspires a global audience with their brand message, story and expertise.
Lee Norwood will be sharing her insights, discussing her journey to success, how she built her brand, and offering a behind-the-scenes look at the keys to her success.
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