Jill Madenberg, co-author of Love the Journey to College: Guidance from an Admissions Consultant and Her Daughter and principal at Madenberg College Consulting in Lake Success, NY, is our guest. In the book, Jill draws on her nearly 25 years of college counseling experience while her daughter, Amanda Madenberg—a student who just recently went off to college—adds tips and personal stories. Love the Journey to College provides valuable tips for families about topics such as how to choose high school classes and activities, create a realistic college list, and get the most out of a campus visit, while maintaining a positive and healthy attitude. This mother-daughter team demystify the college process for families. Students and parents learn how to make educated decisions throughout the college process—and how to do it with a smile.