We talk about the recent decision of Ivy League schools to reinstate standardized test requirements like the SAT and ACT, despite prior drops. Discover the motivations behind this choice and the impact it has on applicant filtering and revenue generation. What You’ll Learn:  - Insights into changes in SAT format, such as going digital and adaptive, and shifts in work attitudes post-pandemic.- The impact of the pandemic on work priorities, emphasizes flexibility, family time, and personal well-being.- Observations on the evolving trends in career choices and the significance of decoupling career identity from work.- Discussions on remote work, mental health days, and how employers are adjusting benefits to align with changing work attitudes. Reflect on the significance of preparation in achieving goals, using the finisher shirt in a marathon as a metaphor for education.  Explore the evolving work attitudes post-pandemic and the emphasis on flexibility, mental health, and career choices. Share your feedback and questions with us! Ready to set your teen on the path to success after high school?  Apply for our Degree Free Launch Program and let's build them a personalized career roadmap: https://degreefree.co/launch To keep up with everything Degree Free check out our website: https://degreefree.co Your questions, answered on air! Head over to https://ask.degreefree.co/question and Ryan and Hannah will answer your question on the podcast!