WE’RE MORE THAN JUST PREP

Real experience. Real expectations. Real results.

Today’s students are bright and ambitious, but not always prepared to speak with confidence, maturity and intention. Skills like etiquette, eye contact, appropriate attire and articulate communication still matter – and they’re becoming increasingly rare.

At Prep & Poise, we specialize in helping students develop both the grace and grit to shine in high stakes conversations.

MEET THE EXPERTS

Our team brings a mix of experience that gives us a unique edge to focus on training these specific skills and ensuring that the next generation has both the etiquette and the edge to succeed:

  • Corporate HR and Executive Leadership

  • Hospitality Industry Trained

  • Interviewing Experience as Alumni Ambassadors for top Ivy League Program

  • NYC-Based, Private School Savvy

  • Parent of Teenagers (we get it!)

  • Realists with High Standards

Headshot of Jill Lekstutis from Prep & Poise with shoulder-length auburn hair, standing outdoors against a light brick wall, wearing a dark blue blazer and a silver necklace, smiling softly with arms crossed.
Headshot of Colleen Duffy from Prep & Poise with long blonde hair, wearing a plaid blazer and silver jewelry, standing outdoors with blurred background.

COACHING FOR EVERY MILESTONE

From first impressions to final decisions, we prepare students to show up with clarity, poise, and confidence.

Prep & Poise supports motivated students at pivotal moments in their academic and personal growth. Whether your student is preparing for a private school admissions interview, aiming for a competitive summer program, navigating high school or college interview prep, or facing their first job interview, we’re here to build the poise, polish, and presence they need to stand out.

We specialize in interview coaching for students from 7th grade through college, with a strong understanding of what’s expected in high-stakes interviews across the country—and especially in New York City. Our coaches bring the insight of a New York City etiquette tutor with the practical, real-world lens students need to feel confident and prepared.

Ideal For:

  • Middle and high school students applying to independent or prep schools in NYC

  • Students pursuing competitive summer programs or internships

  • College applicants preparing for interview days or alumni interviews

  • Teens preparing for leadership roles, fellowships, or first job interviews

WHY IT WORKS

We’re not school counselors, not tutors, and not here to stay on the payroll—we’re here to get results. Our role is focused and intentional, not ongoing or open-ended.

We offer:

  • A neutral perspective

  • Honest, real-world feedback (not flattery)

  • No-nonsense coaching tailored for real growth

  • A sincere belief that preparation, presence, polish, and poise still matter