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Win of the Week

"We may be apart, but we are still together." I don't know who started this but it is so true.  Please take a moment and bring us together by sharing your 'Win of the Week'.  Share a student sucess story where something you did really helped them make a winning decision, or share some area where you felt  your own win.  I look forward to hearing from you all.

Wendi O. Wendi O.
asked 07/31/2020 20:00
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Asking for one vs. Earning one

Hi all!  Let's talk about personally developed inquiries/leads... can you share some examples of when you earned a PDI? Please include details of how you asked/when it occured in the process etc. I feel like there is a difference between just asking for one and earning one but I'd love to hear your thoughts too.  

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 07/07/2020 14:15
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Getting a hold of your students?

What have you found that has been working to get a hold of your students?  Do you have effective text messaging strategies?  Or are emails engaging students right now?  Or do you feel like you have a voicemail that seems to be getting responses right now?  What about interactive technology (i.e. FaceTime/Web Chat/Skype/etc.)?  What seems to be working well for your institution right now? And to piggy back off that question, what time of day seems to be working well with making connections?  Today's student is definitely different than it was even 5 years ago, and technology ...

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 03/27/2020 19:34
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August Contest

Do you have go-to resources, articles, books, or podcasts, news feeds, etc. that can help all of us stay on top of industry changes? Submit your recommendation and enter for a chance to win a  Music Subscription membership ($50 value).

User User
asked 07/31/2020 17:32
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VAK in the age of COVID-19

One of the most impactful exercises that we facilitate in EnrollMatch training is the VAK exercise, where we break up into teams and and observe the eye movements of "prospective students" to determine their dominant trait in the way that they perceive the world. Being that many schools and admissions departments are remote and sometimes not able to see their prospective students faces, what VERBAL cues do you look for now (more than ever) to help you determine whether your students are visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners?

Doug L. Doug L.
asked 08/05/2020 20:43
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Will Remote/Virtual Admissions Become Popular?

So what do you think? Many of you who work with online students know the virtual interview has been effective for decades, but what about the rest of you? Now that you've had some practice (and experienced student reactions), what are you seeing?

User User
asked 06/19/2020 13:58
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Advice from the Experts

Think back to when you first started in admissions.  What is one thing you would tell yourself? 

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 07/06/2020 13:12
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Culture of Coaching

Share one tip you’ve received via coaching (from a manager, trainer or peer) that you’ve applied to make your student interviews even better!  

Jen C. Jen C.
asked 07/01/2020 16:32
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Are your students ZOOM-ing in?

I have a question for those of you who use ZOOM or ZOOM-like video interface techniques with your students in the interview process, are your students comfortable with joining with their camera?  I know I feel comfortable using my camera and I hope students use theirs because seeing them helps with the discovery process but are some people avoiding it?  I'd love to hear how some of you encourage students to turn on the camera.

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 06/24/2020 14:26
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Keeping Connected

For those of you working remote, what tools/technology are you using to stay engaged with coworkers?  How often are you checking in with others throughout the day?

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 06/17/2020 01:51
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Exploration and Informed Assessment

Although the environment we interact with prospective students may have changed as a result of COVID-19, the manner in which we interact with them has not. One of the most essential components of the SEA is the meaningful exploration that you do with each student in order to determine both their true motivation for change and their best fit within your educational framework. What are your "go to" methods as learned within the SEA framework for doing this effectively with as many of your future students as possible? Can't wait to hear your responses!     ...

Doug L. Doug L.
asked 07/30/2020 15:21
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Are you on track to meet your training goals in 2020?

Well...the plans we may have started working on in the beginning of the year certainly took a different road! What or how did you training goals change?

User User
asked 07/07/2020 13:43
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What have your experiences been with using the CAP?

Using the CAP has really helped my students create a more solid plan for themselves. Nothing more exciting than seeing a motivated students.  Share with us how the CAP has worked for you?

User User
asked 06/24/2020 21:38
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Sharing best practices-how do YOU stay motivated and growing?

What are some of the things you do for yourself or with your team to stay motivated and at the top of your game as an Admissions professional? 

Sharonda H. Sharonda H.
asked 03/27/2020 19:46
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Monthly Contest: What are some of the challenges you overcame in Q1?

Let's talk about what you've done to adapt in these unusual times. The comment with the most engagements will win a coffee card! We'd love to hear from you, so be sure to comment before the end of the month for a chance to win.

Sal S. Sal S.
asked 05/22/2020 19:28
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Work from Where?

If you could pick where you want to work from, would it be the office? your home? a mix? or something altogether different?

Sal S. Sal S.
asked 06/10/2020 13:46
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Plans for the Fall Start

A recent survey of 10,000 high school students and college students showed a majority want to come back face to face in the fall.  What are the plans for your school/college?    

Dr. Jean Norris Dr. Jean Norris
asked 05/20/2020 14:32
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Working from Home

While we are all attempting to adapt to the changes, and let's be honest, the challenges that COVID-19 has brought to our lives, I thought it could be beneficial to share some of my tips of working out of a home office.  Some of you maybe transitioning to working from home for the first time, and there are others who do this regularly, so let's learn from each other as some of us are not only working but also navigating around children/elearning/spouses becoming coworkers.  Stay organized.  Google calendar is a great tool to help remind me ...

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 03/27/2020 19:33
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Learn from our Setbacks!

Our attitudes are influential, especially for those of us who are student facing.  And that means, that we can't let setbacks back bog us down.  Instead we should be learning from those setbacks.  Rather than feeling bad if we have fallen short, look back at the situation.  Think about your actions to see if there was anything that we could have done better.  How can we improve our performances to achieve better results?   We have all been there.  I have definitely fallen short as an admissions professional in the past.  Let me give you an example, I ...

Kelly G. Kelly G.
asked 03/27/2020 19:32
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How are you handling remote/virtual admissions?

Given many campuses have closed down and prospective students can't visit, we asked 275 career college leaders how they were working with prospective students given the current environment. The results may surprise you. 🤫 30% - On-campus visits  82% - Phone visits  53% - Virtual Meetings/Screen Sharing  20% - Automated Admissions/Advising    6% - Nothing  🔹On Campus Visits (30%)-certain states allow colleges to remain open under their (and legal's) definition of essential services  🔹Phone Visits (82%)-the most popular shift has been to meet with students via phone. The effectiveness has pros & cons. ...

Dr. Jean Norris Dr. Jean Norris
asked 03/26/2020 17:34
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Reading Suggestions?

Any recent reads that you have found insightful, in terms of admissions? Would love to hear your recommendations.

User User
asked 02/24/2020 21:07
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Big Start! Regaining Your Focus?

I don't know about you, but after a big start it can sometimes feel daunting to turn around and do it again- with less lead time! What are some of your best strategies on regaining your focus at work?

Tina S. Tina S.
asked 01/21/2020 22:32
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Question about Closing

Hi everyone! I have encountered some challenges closing with students. Any suggestions or methods you have found that helped you?

Chris M. Chris M.
asked 03/12/2020 14:58
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What do you want to work on or focus on as a part of your personal development plan for 2020?

During our live virtual training on "Self-Awareness for Success" we discuss the importance of reassessing our motivation, engagement and putting together a personal development plan for our own growth as Admissions professionals. Please share with us some of your goals for 2020 that will help you continue to grow as an expert in the field. 

Sharonda H. Sharonda H.
asked 01/28/2020 15:52
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Personally Developed Inquiries (Referrals)

Now is the time of year where we tend to see a lag in inquiries. Those who may have missed the big Fall push may now be focused on the holidays and have written school off as a "New Year's Resolution". This may make meeting Q4 goals difficult, but it is also a great time to look at ways of developing your own pipeline. What are some techniques you and your teams use to develop PDIs?

Sharonda H. Sharonda H.
asked 01/21/2020 22:41
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