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Let me tell you something that might shock you. Colleges don't want just smart students. They want leaders. Why? Because leaders shape the campus culture, drive innovation, and become the alumni that change the world. Summer is your goal and opportunity to demonstrate leadership. The structure of school isn't forcing you into predetermined roles. There are three types of summer leadership that impress colleges. First, created leadership. This is where you build something from scratch. One of my students, Daniel, noticed his community lacked affordable test prep. He created a free program, trained tutors, and secured a location. By summer's end, he was running a program serving over 50 students. Stanford took notice. Second, elevated leadership. This is where you take something existing and make it better. My student Leila volunteered at a food bank, noticed inefficiencies, and implemented a new inventory system that increase distribution by 30%. Harvard loved that initiative. And third, community leadership. This is where you bring in people together for meaningful impact. My student Jason organized neighborhood cleanups that evolved into a citywide environmental initiative. Princeton saw a student who could mobilize others towards a common goal. The leadership that colleges value isn't titles. It's about impact, influence, and innovation. So this summer, don't just participate. Lead something that matters to you. The colleges will notice.