You Won't Believe How We Slashed FAQs by 90% with One Tool.

I love Loom - here’s why…

Running a trade school is no small feat. Between student inquiries, faculty coordination, and keeping operations smooth, there’s one thing we all wish we had more time. But what if I told you there’s a simple tool that could give you hours back each week and transform how you engage with students and staff?

That tool is Loom Videos. And since integrating them into my trade school, they’ve become an absolute game-changer.

Here’s why:

📉 90% Drop in FAQs

Before using Loom, our inboxes were flooded with repetitive questions:

• “What’s included in the course?”

• “How do I access my account?”

• “Where do I find exam dates?”

Sound familiar?
By creating a library of short Loom videos—each 2-3 minutes long—I answered these FAQs once and for all. Students now receive clear, visual explanations for common questions, and they love it.

The result? A staggering 90% reduction in repetitive inquiries. That’s time my team and I can now spend on improving our courses and supporting students who need one-on-one help.

⏳ Saving Over 10 Hours Each Week

For every question you answer, you’re not just losing a few minutes; you’re also breaking focus on bigger tasks.

Here’s the math:

• Before Loom: 30 FAQs daily x 3 minutes per response = 90 minutes/day (or 7.5 hours/week).

• With Loom: 2 hours upfront to record evergreen videos = free time forever.

Multiply that by a month, and you’re saving 40+ hours. Imagine what you could do with that extra time—launch a new course, improve your WIOA grant strategy, or simply take a breather.

💡 Why Loom Works So Well

1. Visual Learning = Better Retention: Students remember videos far better than written instructions.

2. Personal Touch: Even though the videos are pre-recorded, they feel like a one-on-one interaction.

3. Ease of Access: A simple link means students and staff can watch on their own time.

🚀 How to Get Started

Here’s how you can start using Loom today to transform your trade school:

1. List Your Top FAQs: What questions do you answer most often?

2. Record Clear Videos: Use Loom’s screen-sharing feature to walk through tutorials or share slides.

3. Organize & Share: Create a central library where students and staff can easily access the videos.

Stats Speak Volumes

According to a recent study, companies using asynchronous video tools like Loom report:

• 67% fewer meetings

• 50% faster onboarding

• 80% increased team productivity

If these stats hold true for businesses, imagine the impact on your trade school.

Ready to Save Time and Scale Faster?

Loom isn’t just a tool—it’s a mindset shift. It’s about working smarter, not harder.

Your students deserve clarity, and your staff needs efficiency. And you? You deserve a break. With Loom, you can have all three.

Start small, and you’ll see the difference it makes. Who knows? That next free hour could be the one where you finally sit back and marvel at the incredible school you’ve built.

I recorded a LOOM Video just for you.

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