By Jeremy Tiers, Vice President of Admissions Services 1 minute read We both know that words are powerful. Slight tweaks in language can be the difference between a detailed response, a lackluster response, or no response at all. During a recent yield workshop I encouraged a group of admissions …
You Need To Always Give Context Because
By Jeremy Tiers, Vice President of Admissions Services 3 minute read How often have you read or said something like, “We have a welcoming and supportive community.” Or, “96% of our students are employed in a job they love or continuing their education within a year of graduating.” Here’s the …
Another Secret For Getting Students To Talk
By Jeremy Tiers, Vice President of Admissions Services 1 minute read I’ve explained in previous articles that casual questions lead to better responses. Here’s another communication secret when it comes to increasing your chances for a response from students. It’s a strategy that I continue to …
Stop ‘Checking In’ With Students
By Jeremy Tiers, Senior Director of Admissions Services 2 minute read This month I’ve shared multiple articles that discuss the value of asking direct questions. If you missed those or want a quick review, go here. A couple of weeks ago I received a message from a newsletter reader …
You’re Not Always Getting The Whole Truth
By Jeremy Tiers, Senior Director of Admissions Services 3 minute read About once a month I get asked by either an admissions counselor or leader if I believe prospective students (as well as some parents) don’t always reveal the whole truth during various college conversations. My …
It’s Important That You Give Students Choices
By Jeremy Tiers, Senior Director of Admissions Services 4 minute read Here’s an increasing trend that we’ve noticed at Tudor Collegiate Strategies. Young people don’t like to be put on the spot and told to make a decision – about a lot of things. Believe it or not, that oftentimes …