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About the Episode:
In this special compilation episode of Talking Tactics, host Day sifts through the archives to bring you a trio of field-tested summer strategies that actually move the needle. From boosting post-deposit engagement with 90% email open rates to winning back withdrawn students with a creative goodbye message, these stories from real enrollment pros are packed with actionable ideas for reducing summer melt.
- Targeted post-deposit emails can drive serious results—Darcy Porter at SUNY Brockport boosted fall registrations 8x year-over-year with a focused email strategy. — Listen to Episode 4
- Texting about financial aid isn’t just helpful—it’s powerful. Kristin Miller at Frostburg State saw a 7% drop in melt after guiding families through the billing process with timely texts. — Listen to Episode 49
- Withdrawn doesn’t mean gone forever. Sean Whitten at SMU brought 10% of withdrawn students back with a personalized GIF goodbye email.— Listen to Episode 44
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