BRANDING STORY: Nicole Andrea Porcoro is the N.A.P. in No Anxiety Prep!

If you've ever met someone who could rewrite your essay, coach your interview, AND calm your college admissions anxiety in one Zoom call—it was probably Nicole (Nikkee) from No Anxiety Prep.

Nikkee launched her business in 2012 with one goal: to take the stress out of school applications and help students chase big academic dreams with confidence, strategy, and support. Over the past decade, she's helped thousands of students in 23 states and 11 countries get into some of the top schools in the world.

But recently, she made a big shift in her own journey—updating her professional branding photos to match the powerhouse reputation she's built.

📸 From DIY Headshots to a Branding Glow-Up

I was young, broke, and didn't understand the impact of professional photos,” Nikkee says. “If I could go back and do one thing sooner, it would be investing in branding images—especially the kind Erica creates.”

Together, we created a full suite of images that capture her warmth, confidence, and approachability—photos that now live on her website, media kits, LinkedIn, trade show materials, and more.

“Working with Erica was seamless, glamorous, and totally worth it,” she says.

🎓 What No Anxiety Prep Actually Does

Let's break it down—because Nikkee doesn't just “do test prep.”

No Anxiety Prep offers a full range of educational consulting services that are personalized, purpose-driven, and stress-free. Here's what she and her team are known for:

✍️ Application Essay Coaching
From high school supplements to college personal statements to graduate school narratives—Nikkee helps students tell their story authentically, powerfully, and in their own voice.

📚 Standardized Test Prep
Expert prep for the SAT, ACT, and ISEE, customized to your learning style and goals—no cookie-cutter programs here.

🎓 Secondary School, College & Graduate Admissions Guidance
From choosing schools to building an application strategy, Nikkee works one-on-one with families to navigate admissions timelines, essays, interviews, and decisions.

🧠 Academic & Scholarship Coaching
Need to boost that GPA, pick the right courses, or find scholarships that actually fit? She's got you covered.

📄 Resume Revamps & Interview Prep
Whether it's a college interview or a grad school resume, she'll make sure you're polished, prepared, and unforgettable.

📝 Academic Paper Editing
Nikkee offers expert editing and coaching for academic writing—whether it's a research paper, lab report, or thesis.

💻 Why Branding Photos Mattered

Though No Anxiety Prep has grown into a nationally recognized brand (more on that below), Nikkee admits that social media was never her main marketing focus.

“Most people aren’t scrolling Instagram looking for a tutor, and we never put too much weight on social,” she explains. “But having professional, consistent branding still matters—for websites, conferences, LinkedIn, and partnerships. You never know who’s Googling you!”

Once she updated her photos, she noticed more visibility, increased engagement on professional platforms, and more opportunities--including media features and collaborations.

“Its also just made me feel more confident,” she says. “That translates to how I show up for clients, too.”

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Nikkee's work speaks for itself—and so do her accolades:

2025 – Washington Family Magazine (Nominee)
• Best College Coach
• Best College Essay Editing & Assistance

2023 – Montgomery Magazine (Best Of Winner)
• Best Tutoring Program

2020 & 2021 – Washington Family Magazine (Best Of Winner)
• Best SAT & ACT Prep
• Best Overall Tutoring Program

🙌 Advice for Fellow Women Entrepreneurs

“Own your unique brand and personality. You won't be everyone's cup of tea—and that's a good thing. Pleasing a few while staying true to yourself is way better than trying to please everyone and losing your joy.”

Confidence starts with clarity, and Nikkee's brand reflects exactly who she is: experienced, warm, smart, and unapologetically herself.

🔗 Where to Find No Anxiety Prep

Want to work with Nikkee or refer someone who needs a college coach who actually gets it?

Website: https://www.noanxietyprep.com
Email: noanxietyprep@gmail.com
Based in Maryland, serving clients nationwide and internationally

Social Media:
• Instagram: @noanxietyprep
• Facebook: No Anxiety Prep
• LinkedIn: Nicole – No Anxiety Prep

📸 Ready to Elevate Your Brand?

Whether you're a tutor, therapist, real estate agent, or CEO—your brand photos should reflect your expertise and energy. Want to feel confident every time someone lands on your website or LinkedIn?

✨Click here to book your branding session
✨ Or browse my branding portfolio to get inspired

Let's create photos that work as hard as you do!