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Client Journey
Owen
- Owen connected with Youthfully because his US College Counselors were not familiar with the Canadian University landscape and didn’t know how to support him.
- Owen and his coach took a structured approach which began with developing an overall game plan and segmenting it into actionable tasks.
- Throughout the process, Owen developed interview and presentation skills that will serve him far beyond university admissions.
Owen was accepted to his top choice business schools: Ivey (attending), Rotman, and Smith.
Owen had always dreamed of studying in Canada, but his college counselors had little experience with international applications.
Navigating the Canadian university landscape felt daunting, and after searching online, he stumbled upon Youthfully. Initially skeptical, he decided to give it a try—a decision he now describes as “one of the best decisions of my life.”
The Canadian application process posed unique challenges, especially the video interviews where he had to talk into a camera with no one on the other end. This unfamiliar format was intimidating, but Owen was determined to succeed.
Overcoming an Unfamiliar Format
Youthfully’s coaching made all the difference for Owen. His coach provided invaluable guidance on developing essential skills, mastering the interview process, and speaking confidently off the top of his head.
They began with a comprehensive game plan, breaking it down into manageable tasks. A significant focus was on pacing and tone, with Owen getting ample practice during each session.
The coaching platform’s automatic note-taking feature allowed Owen to review sessions afterward, reinforcing his learning. Unlike traditional teaching methods that simply pointed out mistakes, Youthfully’s coaching encouraged Owen to reach his own conclusions.
This approach not only fostered his growth but also inspired him to implement a similar method with the youth hockey players he coaches.
Coaching Makes All the Difference
Owen applied to nine colleges in the US on his own, but for his Canadian applications, he knew he needed a coach.
The notes and guidance he received were invaluable, especially when preparing for tough interview questions. “There’s no way I could have got through some of those interview questions without the preparation I did,” Owen reflects, giving special credit to Coach Matt, who was “tremendously helpful.”
The support he received at Youthfully far surpassed anything he could find online—not even the countless YouTube videos he had watched came close.
Adjusting to the Canadian application format was challenging, but with Youthfully’s help, Owen was able to navigate it successfully.
Admissions Outcomes & Personal Impact
Owen’s hard work paid off, as he was accepted into top business schools in Canada, including Western (Ivey), the University of Toronto (Rotman), and Queen’s (Smith).
He’s now attending Western-Ivey, his first choice.
Beyond the admissions process, Owen believes the skills he developed through Youthfully will benefit him in university and beyond.
He noticed a significant improvement in his public speaking and presentation abilities, which will be crucial for future job applications.
His articulation also improved, enhancing not only his interview performance but also his day-to-day conversations—skills that will serve him well throughout his life.