An inside education counsellor or tele-counsellor relies heavily on phone calls to connect with students, understand their goals, and guide them through the admissions process. Lead Engagement: Call prospective students who have registered interest online to introduce educational programs and courses.Telephonic Profiling: Conduct structured interviews over the phone to understand a student's academic background, career goals, and budget constraints.Virtual Pitching: Deliver clear, engaging pitches about courses, and post-study career opportunities.Relationship Management: Follow up regularly with students and parents via phone and WhatsApp to guide them through documentation and fees.Target Achievement: Meet weekly and monthly call volume, talk-time, and student enrollment targets.Essential Skills for Phone Counselling Excellent Telephone Etiquette: Maintain a warm, clear, and professional tone throughout long calling shifts.Active Listening on Calls: Catch subtle cues, hesitations, or doubts in a student's voice without visual feedback.Objection Handling: Confidently address student doubts regarding fees, course value, and placement guarantees over the phone. CRM Literacy: Log call statuses, notes, and follow-up reminders in CRM software (like LeadSquared, Salesforce, or HubSpot) while speaking.