About

Cindy is a graduate of Stanford & has worked in education for the past 25+ years as a college admission officer, teacher, educational consultant & author of 11 books. She has guested on 100+ podcasts, news & talk shows. She is also an experienced mother of 4 grown kids. She speaks professionally to parent/student/teacher/business groups on education/parenting-related topics.www.cynthiamuchnick.com

Endorsements

Dynamic speaker, author& educator Cindy Muchnick presented her 10th book,The Parent Compass,discussing how parents can consciously empower their relationship with their teens/tweens amidst today's rigorous schedules & expectations.From asking good, creative suggestions for summer jobs, utilizing technology "with intention, not in tension," the session was packed full of parenting information.

— Dr. Kathryn Pearson Peyton,, Endorsement of Cynthia, Bolles School, Jacksonville, FL

Cindy graciously collaborated on a presentation that combined speaking on alternatives to college & college preparation that she was able to make relevant for parents&teens alike.We were grateful for the socioemotional/human perspective& lens provided.She also offered to provide additional resources to parents in attendance who had specific questions.We were grateful for her expertise&wisdom.

— Acalanes High School, Parent Education Coordinator, Acalanes High School, Lafayette, CA

Our role as parents is to empower children with the essential tools to be their best selves.It's not easy& involves twists turns along the way,but we can all learn from proven best practices.The Parent Compass is a guidebook with expert advice&tips for developing healthy relationships with our kids.Cindy brought the book to life with personal anecdotes&examples that resonated with all parents.

— Manhattan Beach Education Foundation, Hilary Mahan, Exec Director, Manhattan Beach Education Foundation, CA

Thank you so much for presenting ALL day to our 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Your message was timely for this group. You did an amazing job keeping the students engaged and then adjusting your presentation in the afternoon. We are so fortunate to be able to utilize your expertise regarding how to prepare for college admissions.

— Kathy Scott, Principal, Corona Del Mar High School, Corona Del Mar, CA

Launching into the teen years without this book in your hands is like taking to the sea in a boat with no rudder.

— Kelly Corrigan, Author, Podcaster, TV Host, The Parent Compass, Book Endorsement

An earnest and instructive guide . . . Parents of teens will appreciate the authors' well-reasoned and practical approach.

— Publishers Weekly, Journal, Book Cover, Book Review

I started reading their book over the weekend, and I'm pretty sure it's my new parent bible.

— Deridre Fitzpatrick, KCRA/NBC3 News Anchor and Podcast Host, KCRA News, Sacramento, CA

Great book for parents or anyone interested in empowering young people.[The authors] deliver smart & helpful advice,with a huge dose of empathy. They speak as experts,who've been in the trenches,& as parents, &they deliver lots of great anecdotes that make this a very relatable book.It's never preachy or dry—it's like sitting down with your wisest friend, one who wants the best for you & your kid.

— Jennifer Levitz, Author of Unacceptable and Wall Street Journal Reporter, Book Review, Virtual

At a time when parents are bombarded with so much contradictory advice about their children's education that it's a wonder they can even breathe (let alone think), The Parent Compass offers counsel that is wise, calm, comprehensive, and most important of all, well-informed. These are experts you can trust.

— William Deresiewicz, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Book Review, Virtual

A reasonable, actionable bible for parents of teens, this book will give grit, guidance, and guideposts for raising kids who still speak to you during their high school years.

— Zibby Owens, 11 Books Every Parent Should Read This Fall, Katie Couric Newsletter, Virtual

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