I will definently look into more partnerships and take my time evaluating which agencies can offer me the most. I do minimal advertising now, but i do need to increase my enrollments, so i intend on working toward more of a fixed budget specifically for advertisting. The tracking system with also help to keep everything on track and to see exactly where my budget is being alloted. Great info!

Ive always known the difference between Empathic and Sympathetic, however I didn't realize until taking this course how much I listen and converse sympathetically, meaning i listen and respond how I relate instead of listening to what is being said and what they are going through and how its affecting them. Even though its important to be able to direct someone through personal experience, its always best to understand how the circumstance effects them so i can understand exactly what they are saying or asking for. I am now more aware and intend on listening more empathetically. This will also… >>>

Even though i have a small institution only offering one program which is Cosmetology, i still benefited from this course by realizing each regulatory body will be more effecient with an audit plan in place. Once developed, the audit system will basically over see all regulatory bodies and ensure each department is operating according to all rules and laws. Also helping to maintain better retention, placement and  effecient enrollments.

Its hard to determine the boundary line between getting involved in a students personal life and remaining a professional instructor. I do see the relevence being we are with our students daily and can offer guidance in a productive way. Simply listening and allowing the student to vent is effective and relieving to them when we can assure them that the stressor isnt so stressful. Sometimes you just need to  listen. Great point!

As I studied this course i printed a lot of the links so i can refer and utilize them.