In Part 2 of this inbox-focused series, Susan and Jessie uncover the realities most athletes never consider when they get ghosted. From a target list that’s too ambitious, to software that prevents coaches from replying, to knowing when repeated silence means it’s time to adjust — this episode is the clearest guide you’ll find on how to course-correct your recruiting strategy.You’ll also learn how to read open rates and link clicks, how to use Productive Recruit to identify alignment, and how to write emails that coaches actually want to open. This is a must-listen for any athlete serious about building real traction in their process.Chapters00:00 – Intro to Part 2 00:30 – The “hard truth” about aiming too high02:00 – How to read your email traction using Productive Recruit03:00 – When repeated ghosting means it’s time to pivot04:40 – Why static target lists create stuck athletes06:00 – Why D1 silence doesn’t always mean “no”07:00 – The hidden problem with some recruiting software09:00 – Why some emails never get delivered to a coach’s inbox11:00 – When to keep emailing (and when to stop)12:30 – The power of consistent email trends over time14:00 – Why some coaches won’t reply even if they like you15:30 – When a “no” really means stop emailing17:00 – The right call-to-action for every email18:00 – How to stand out in a flooded inbox19:00 – Rapid-fire: What coaches want in an email21:30 – Why authenticity matters more than stats23:00 – Final advice: messy action beats perfect strategyJoin Susan for a monthly recruiting lesson January-June inside the Volleyball Recruiting School! Become a subscriber here. Or register for January's class all about highlight film here! Click here for a discount on our go-to, and the hands-down best and most affordable Recruiting Tool + Software we recommend every baller has to increase her efficiency in all that she does 👉🏼 PRODUCTIVE RECRUIT Want to support your baller in getting her process started and have an experienced volleyball recruiting advisor walk her through it? Enroll in RECRUIT READY: LAUNCH 🚀 Need help getting unstuck in the recruiting process? Apply for a RECRUITING INTENSIVE. Connect with Susan: Check out the website: www.nxtvb.com Follow on Instagram: @hey.susank P.S. If you’re an athlete with big goals, a parent who wants to support the journey, or a coach who cares deeply about your players, this podcast was made for you. Hit subscribe and come grow with us.

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