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Nathaniel Olmeda
Activity
As admission reps, we often have to think on our feet. I have noticed that our creative minds seem to get put to use mostly during conversations with perspective students. How to keep a student interested in the conversation. How to engage a parent. How to discuss possible obstacles. These are all areas that need to be catered to each individual student. There is not ONE right way to address topics/situations like these. However, I have found that staying true to myself is what helps me to be at ease and comfortable manuvering through conversations with perspective students and their… >>>
Discussion Comment
Obviously we are not to portray a negative light on any other school. However, I have found that there are some students who really want me to compare my school to another. I have always told them that I am only informed on my school and our programs, and proceeded by giving them facts about my school. Does anyone else come across this situation? How do you handle it?
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I have been an admissions rep for a little over a year now. I found this training made me realize all the areas that I lacked in knowledge. It halpe me to see that, although I have been trained before, there is always more to be learned, and room for self assessment.