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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 9 MIN

#63: I Tried a Better Way to Gather Assessor Info—and I’m Never Going Back

from Accreditation Made Easy · host Areaka Jewell

Description:Can we all agree that collecting assessor information is kind of a pain—not because asking for it is difficult, but because of everything that happens after? In this episode, Areaka shares a simple process improvement that completely changed how she gathers assessor travel details, preferences, and required materials for upcoming assessments. By switching from Word and PDF forms to a customized Google Form linked directly to a spreadsheet, she eliminated manual data entry, reduced follow-up emails, and created a smoother experience for everyone involved. Then, in true Accreditation Made Easy fashion, she made the process even better with one small upgrade: a smart “Submit Materials” email link that makes sending attachments just one click away. If you’re looking for a practical way to streamline assessment prep, this episode is for you.Timestamps:0:00 Welcome + episode introduction0:48 Why collecting assessor information becomes such a headache1:19 The hidden frustrations of Word and PDF questionnaires2:23 The real pain point: manually extracting information afterward3:17 The Google Form solution that changed everything4:16 The first “aha moment” — responses auto-populating into one spreadsheet4:39 Assessor feedback: “Very easy” and “Excellent idea”5:04 The accidental upgrade: making attachment instructions clickable5:34 The “happy dance moment” — a one-click smart mailto link6:32 Why removing friction helps assessors complete tasks immediately6:59 Final recap: why Areaka is never going back to old forms7:39 Free companion guide + preview of the exact form used8:07 A peek inside the hidden Forms & Templates library in Accreditation Academy8:35 30-day free trial invitation + closing remarksCompanion document: Assessor Questionnaire (3)

Description:Can we all agree that collecting assessor information is kind of a pain—not because asking for it is difficult, but because of everything that happens after? In this episode, Areaka shares a simple process improvement that completely changed how she gathers assessor travel details, preferences, and required materials for upcoming assessments. By switching from Word and PDF forms to a customized Google Form linked directly to a spreadsheet, she eliminated manual data entry, reduced follow-up emails, and created a smoother experience for everyone involved. Then, in true Accreditation Made Easy fashion, she made the process even better with one small upgrade: a smart “Submit Materials” email link that makes sending attachments just one click away. If you’re looking for a practical way to streamline assessment prep, this episode is for you.Timestamps:0:00 Welcome + episode introduction0:48 Why collecting assessor information becomes such a headache1:19 The hidden frustrations of Word and PDF questionnaires2:23 The real pain point: manually extracting information afterward3:17 The Google Form solution that changed everything4:16 The first “aha moment” — responses auto-populating into one spreadsheet4:39 Assessor feedback: “Very easy” and “Excellent idea”5:04 The accidental upgrade: making attachment instructions clickable5:34 The “happy dance moment” — a one-click smart mailto link6:32 Why removing friction helps assessors complete tasks immediately6:59 Final recap: why Areaka is never going back to old forms7:39 Free companion guide + preview of the exact form used8:07 A peek inside the hidden Forms & Templates library in Accreditation Academy8:35 30-day free trial invitation + closing remarksCompanion document: Assessor Questionnaire (3)

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