Guide Us Educational Services https://guideusinc.podbean.com Navigating the college journey doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — not when you have the right guidance.

Hosted by Debbie Cinquemani, founder of Guide Us Educational Services and an independent college counselor with over two decades of experience, this podcast is your trusted companion through every stage of the admissions process.

This is for parents, students, and educators who want clarity, confidence, and a more personalised approach to college planning. Each episode offers practical insights, expert advice, and real-world strategies to help you find the right-fit school.

]]> Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:27:28 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Education 1440 episodic Debbie Cinquemani Debbie Cinquemani No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22160094/Podcast_Thumbnail_1400_x_1400_px_3_6h7m8.png Guide Us Educational Services https://guideusinc.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 3 - Demonstrated Interest: Small Steps, Big Impact in College Admissions Episode 3 - Demonstrated Interest: Small Steps, Big Impact in College Admissions https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/demonstrated-interest-small-steps-big-impact-in-college-admissions/ https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/demonstrated-interest-small-steps-big-impact-in-college-admissions/#comments Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:27:28 -0400 guideusinc.podbean.com/2524640f-2acc-31ef-a1a9-3b05624fbb17 College admissions can feel overwhelming for students and parents. In this episode, Debbie and Karen from Guide Us Educational Services explain what demonstrated interest is, why it matters, and practical in-person and virtual ways to show colleges you’re serious.

They cover campus visits, college fairs, emails, virtual info sessions, and follow-up strategies that can give applicants a helpful edge in a holistic admissions process.

 

Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed Independent Counselor Guide Us Educational Services IECA: Professional Member, Email: debbie@guideusinc.com Web: www.guideusinc.com Cell: 917-843-3324 Follow me on: Facebook: Guide Us LLC Insta: guide_us_educational_services

]]> College admissions can feel overwhelming for students and parents. In this episode, Debbie and Karen from Guide Us Educational Services explain what demonstrated interest is, why it matters, and practical in-person and virtual ways to show colleges you’re serious.

They cover campus visits, college fairs, emails, virtual info sessions, and follow-up strategies that can give applicants a helpful edge in a holistic admissions process.

 

Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed
Independent Counselor
Guide Us Educational Services
IECA: Professional Member,
Email: debbie@guideusinc.com
Web: www.guideusinc.com
Cell: 917-843-3324

Follow me on:
Facebook: Guide Us LLC
Insta: guide_us_educational_services

]]> Debbie Cinequemani false No 900 4 full Episode 2 - Beyond GPA: The Skills That Actually Matter Episode 2 - Beyond GPA: The Skills That Actually Matter https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/episode-2-beyond-gpa-the-skills-that-actually-matter-1776351933/ https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/episode-2-beyond-gpa-the-skills-that-actually-matter-1776351933/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:05:33 -0400 guideusinc.podbean.com/06d1036d-95c9-3ada-8ac1-2f4f3b102cfd What if everything we’ve been taught about success in school…doesn’t fully prepare students for success in the real world? In this eye-opening episode, Debbie is joined by Sarah, a former HR professional, to unpack the critical gap between college achievement and career readiness.

 

Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed Independent Counselor Guide Us Educational Services IECA: Professional Member, Email: debbie@guideusinc.com Web: www.guideusinc.com Cell: 917-843-3324 Follow me on: Facebook: Guide Us LLC Insta: guide_us_educational_services

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Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed
Independent Counselor
Guide Us Educational Services
IECA: Professional Member,
Email: debbie@guideusinc.com
Web: www.guideusinc.com
Cell: 917-843-3324

Follow me on:
Facebook: Guide Us LLC
Insta: guide_us_educational_services

]]> Debbie Cinequemani false No 976 3 full Episode 1 - The Common App Essay: What Admissions Officers Really Want Episode 1 - The Common App Essay: What Admissions Officers Really Want https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/episode-1-the-common-app-essay-what-admissions-officers-really-want/ https://guideusinc.podbean.com/e/episode-1-the-common-app-essay-what-admissions-officers-really-want/#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:57:14 -0400 guideusinc.podbean.com/82315ed9-fa69-314d-b9aa-42444c406ec3 The college essay is often the most overwhelming part of the application process — but it’s also the most powerful. In this episode, Debbie sits down with essay specialist Marci, an experienced English educator and college essay coach, to break down what truly makes a standout Common App personal essay.

 

Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed Independent Counselor Guide Us Educational Services IECA: Professional Member, Email: debbie@guideusinc.com Web: www.guideusinc.com Cell: 917-843-3324 Follow me on: Facebook: Guide Us LLC Insta: guide_us_educational_services

]]> The college essay is often the most overwhelming part of the application process — but it’s also the most powerful. In this episode, Debbie sits down with essay specialist Marci, an experienced English educator and college essay coach, to break down what truly makes a standout Common App personal essay.

 

Deborah Cinquemani M.S Ed
Independent Counselor
Guide Us Educational Services
IECA: Professional Member,
Email: debbie@guideusinc.com
Web: www.guideusinc.com
Cell: 917-843-3324

Follow me on:
Facebook: Guide Us LLC
Insta: guide_us_educational_services

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