The HigherEdJobs Podcast is dedicated to helping higher education professionals find fulfillment in their careers and be the change agents that higher education needs in today's world. Join hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin, along with guest experts, as they examine job search strategies and break down the latest news and trends in higher education.
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E60: Encouraging Women to Explore a Career in Facilities Management
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How do you define facilities management at a university or college? Winnie Kwofie, who has overseen facilities management teams in public and private higher education institutions, describes the field as integrating people and processes in one place. She is passionate about increasing awareness about the diverse and interesting roles in facilities …
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Ask the Expert: What Jobs Should a 'Seasoned' Employee Apply For In Higher Education?
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In this episode, Matt Trainum with the Council of Independent Colleges responds to a question from a "seasoned" employee in their 50s. Our listener said they would like to get back into college recruiting but given their years of experience, they feel they are being passed up for roles that would be a good fit. "What positions should a 'seasoned' e…
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E59: RJ Jenkins on Imposter Feelings, a Sign You're Doing Something Right
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What if feeling like an imposter was not a negative thing? In this episode, RJ Jenkins, director of education at the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration, talks about imposter syndrome or what he prefers to describe as imposter feelings or a phenomenon. Typically, imposter syndrome is described as self-doubt among high-…
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E58: Navigating Personal Challenges While Staying Engaged at Work
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How do you manage working while experiencing hard times in life? In this episode, the HigherEdJobs editorial team talks with hosts Andy Hibel and Kelly Cherwin about managing an illness, supporting a family member, and caring for children and teenagers while working, among other topics. We were inspired to discuss this topic after reading "How to b…
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Ask the Expert: How Do I Translate Higher Ed Skills to Land a Job in Another Industry?
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Matt Trainum offers his advice on how to translate the skills you've acquired in higher education into a job in a new realm. At the highest level, you have to believe that you can do whatever job you're applying to during your job search, he said. As you look to make that move, conduct smart research and prepare yourself well for each stage you'll …
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Ask the Expert: What Doctoral Degree Should I Pursue to Advance my Career?
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Did you know that in some fields of study, as many as 70% of doctoral students don't finish the program? In this Ask the Expert episode, Chris Lee discusses the complex question of what type of doctoral degree to pursue to advance your career. In terms of demand for candidates with an Ed.D. or Ph.D., Lee said the job market varies by field, region …
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E57: Helping Students Reach Their Highest Potential Through Well-Being Programs
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How do you define well-being? Amy Hoch, a psychologist and associate director of the Wellness Center at Rowan University, said that well-being is how people create a life worth living. It's a way to help people -- including students, staff and faculty -- move in the direction of their highest potential. Leaders at Rowan University have moved away f…
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Ask the Expert: How Long Should I Wait Before Resubmitting an Application?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, Chris Lee discusses open-ended applicant pools. These positions may be listed as "open until filled" or they could be pooled positions that stay open for a long period of time. Lee suggests re-applying to a position after you've gained new knowledge, experience, skills or certifications. He is a managing director wit…
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E56: Tips for New Job Seekers in Higher Education
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Want the perfect checklist to prepare for your next interview? HR expert Kathleen Hermacinski shares tips and advice on the job search process, including in-person interviews on campus. Research the institution before your first interview. The biggest red flag is not asking questions in an interview. Respond to recruiters and the hiring manager in …
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Ask the Expert: How Long Should I Stay in a Leadership Position if I Can Make a Lateral Move?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, Chris Lee responds to a question about the length of time you should stay in a leadership role if an opportunity to make a lateral move arises within your institution. He said this question addresses commonly-discussed job search topics, including career growth, change and finding the right role. Sometimes making a l…
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E55: Rewarding Institutions for Transformative Work to Support Contingent Faculty - Part 2
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What can part-time or contingent faculty do to improve their work conditions? In this second part of our interview with Adrianna Kezar, she said that it comes down to relationships. Talk with faculty at other institutions and get to know your department chair. Consider joining a national advocacy organization like the American Association of Univer…
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E54: Rewarding Institutions for Transformative Work to Support Contingent Faculty
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Did you know that 70% of faculty at colleges and universities in the U.S. are contingent or part-time? In this episode, Andy Hibel and Kelly Cherwin talk with Adrianna Kezar, director of the Pullias Center for Higher Education at the University of Southern California. Kezar highlights changing faculty trends in the U.S. and talks about the Delphi A…
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Listen to the songs podcast guests Rick Clark and Brennan Barnard have added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search. Their choices include tunes by Simon & Garfunkel, U2, R.E.M. and from the musical "Hamilton." Clark and Barnard are authors of "The Truth about College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together.…
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Ask the Expert: How Many Adjunct Titles Can I Hold with Different Institutions?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, Matt Trainum answers a question about the number of adjunct titles an instructor can hold with multiple institutions. First, consider your goal of holding multiple positions: are you interested in more income, experience, or landing a role that could lead to a full-time position? Keep in mind that working for multipl…
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E53: Building Campus Resources for Neurodivergent Students and Staff
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In this episode Kelly and Andy welcome Judy Reilly, director of the Center for Neurodiversity and Employment Innovation at University of Connecticut. Reilly discusses the university's mission to be a national leader in creating programs and resources that will decrease barriers for neurodivergent adults seeking meaningful employment. Additional Rea…
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Ask the Expert: How Can I Communicate that I am Experiencing Burnout to my Supervisor?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum addresses burnout and advises to start by pinning down what it is that is burning you out. Listen in to hear Matt's advice for communicating with your supervisor. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!…
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E52: Why 'Rugged Flexibility' is Important in Your Career
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In this episode Justin Zackal talks about the phrase 'rugged flexibility' and how it applies to our ever-changing careers in higher education. Justin also shares what it means to practice tragic optimism. Listen in to learn more! Check out Justin's article here.By HigherEdJobs
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Ask the Expert: How Can I Advocate for Professional Development Funding?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about requesting funding for conferences and professional development. It is no surprise that the changing landscape of funding in higher education has created a new normal for professional development. When asking for funding ensure your request aligns with your institution's n…
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E51: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Q&A
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In this final segment from the 2024 NASPA Symposium on Military-Connected Students in Louisville, Kentucky, the panelists answer questions from the audience. Audience members ask the panelists about DEI policies and funding, paths to funding beyond development, and how higher ed can learn from private industry when it comes to employment for milita…
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Ask the Expert: Should I Allow a Prospective Employer to Contact my Current One?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, the podcast crew discusses a question from a listener about how to handle references in a job search. Dr. Chris Lee advises that you need a variety of reference groups in the hiring process. Listen in to learn who to include in your references and other interesting insights from the HR perspective. Have a question yo…
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E50: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Part II
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In Part II, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) continue sharing their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutiona…
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E49: Addressing the Costs of Higher Education
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In this episode Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission." Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss the transparency issues when it c…
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E48: Advancing Institutional Commitment for the Military-Connected Community -- Part I
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In this episode, 5 staff and faculty members from the University of Louisville (UofL) share their expertise in student success, program development, leadership, and funding that fosters institutional commitment for the military-connected community at UofL. The panelists' discussion includes creating buy-in and leveraging existing institutional mech…
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E47: What Everyone Needs to Know About College Admissions
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In this episode Kelly and Andy speak to Richard Clark and Brennan Barnard about college admissions and what those working outside of the field can catch up on. Clark and Barnard are the authors of the book "The Truth about College Admission." Among several topics, Richard and Brennan discuss how declining birth rates impact higher education, the de…
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Ask the Expert: What is the search committee looking for in a teaching statement?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers a question about teaching statements and advice for structuring your next or current teaching statement. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!By HigherEdJobs
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E46: A Career in Strategic Planning - Are You a Good Fit?
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Ever wonder what a career in strategic planning in higher education looks like? Are you interested in a career that is "creative," "collaborative," and "organized"? Do you consider yourself "determined," "dogged," a "facilitator," or "nimble"? Then a career in strategic planning may be a fit for you. In this episode Lisa Jasinski, Senior Director o…
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Ask the Expert: I am securing interviews, but not securing the jobs.
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In this Ask the Expert episode Dr. Chris Lee answers a question for a listener that has been landing interviews but not landing the job. Dr. Lee shares that in today's job market, it is not just about being qualified enough to land a role. One must be qualified, competitive, and a good fit. 'Fit' is really about how the job seeker can fulfill the m…
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E45: Returning to the Faculty After Leadership
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The cyclical process of senior academic leaders rising from the faculty ranks, only to return years or decades later, remains one of higher education’s most distinctive and least understood traditions. In this episode HigherEdJobs Author in Residence Lisa Jasinski, author of "Stepping Away Returning to the Faculty After Senior Academic Leadership" …
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E44: End of the Year Higher Ed Reflections - Part 2
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In this episode, the entire HigherEdJobs editorial team is together to share their favorite articles of the year. Kelly and Leah discuss Take Your Heart Off Your Sleeve Before You Start Your Job Search and Should You Be ‘Rage Applying’ for Jobs?By HigherEdJobs
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E43: End of the Year Higher Ed Reflections - Part 1
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In this episode, the entire HigherEdJobs editorial team is together to share their favorite articles of the year. Andy and Monika discuss Rules for Fair Fighting at Work and Promoting Rural Inclusion in Higher Education.By HigherEdJobs
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In this episode, Kelly and Andy discuss the many layers of diversity work in higher education, inspired by the article "Female faculty of color do extra diversity work for no extra reward – here’s how to fix that." Diversity work requires bandwidth, representation, compensation, and dedication from all levels of higher education leadership, are we …
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Check out which song podcast guest Hira Byrne Paulin has added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search! Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist? Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist!By HigherEdJobs
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E41: Don't Make Assumptions When Engaging Your Alumni
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What assumptions have you made about your alumni and how they want to engage with your campus? Ayanna McConnell, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan, addresses some assumptions that have been proven wrong in the last several years of alumni engagement. Want more? Check out Ayanna's Higher Ed…
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Ask the Expert: Does retention of faculty and staff influence student enrollment and institutional success?
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It sometimes feels like the message is that everyone is replaceable in higher ed, so good people and employees seek employment elsewhere. So how can higher ed retain these valuable faculty and staff? And doesn't retention of valuable faculty and staff influence student enrollment and institutional success? Check out expert Matt Trainum's thoughts o…
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E40: Faculty Success, Retention, and Avoiding Burnout in STEM
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With rising numbers of students pursuing STEM fields, the toll on faculty and staff has many on the brink of burnout. In this episode Dr. Aditya Johri highlights the realities that the field is facing in recruiting new academics and administrators, and strategies for retaining them once they are on board.…
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Ask the Expert: Can you provide examples of successful cost-reducing and revenue diversification strategies in higher ed?
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Keeping in mind that most higher education institutions need to turn a profit, in this Ask the Expert episode, Matt Trainum answers a question about cost-reducing strategies and revenue diversification in higher ed. Matt, Kelly, and Andy go over some of the strategies that have been used over the past several decades and reflects on who higher ed n…
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Ask the Expert: How and when is it appropriate to ask if there is an opportunity for growth in my department?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, Dr Lee answers a question about growth opportunities in our roles. Dr. Lee shares advice for navigating when it is appropriate to ask about promotions in your profession. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!By HigherEdJobs
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E39: Addressing Abrasive Leadership on Your Team
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Is there an abrasive leader on your team? Find out how the Boss Whisperer, Dr. Laura Crawshaw, has faced abrasive leaders for decades and the variety of steps you can take to address an abrasive leader in a functional, appropriate, and effective way.By HigherEdJobs
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Ask the Expert: How do I transition from teaching elementary school to working in higher ed?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on transitioning from teaching elementary school to working in higher education. Matt advises that the best thing to do in this transition is to 'know your why.' Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!…
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E38: Education Policy - What’s Happening in D.C.?
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How does education policy impact your day-to-day existence on campus? Find out from Jonathan Fansmith at American Council on Education (ACE). Fansmith identifies several education policy issues that you need to keep up with now.By HigherEdJobs
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Ask the Expert: How to sell your teaching experience when your publications are limited or vice versa.
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Do you have a lot of teaching experience but not a lot of publications? Do you have a lot of publications but not a lot of teaching experience? In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers how to sell and tell your career story on your CV while filling the gaps you may have in your professional experience. Have a question you want t…
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The Playlist: New Songs for Your Job Search
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Check out which songs podcast guest Richard Sax has added to the HigherEdJobs Playlist for your higher ed job search! Do you have songs you want to add to the playlist? Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your suggestions and why you think they belong on the playlist!By HigherEdJobs
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E37: Talking About Disability Inclusion on Your Campus
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This episode's guest, Hira Byrne Paulin, shares her expertise in disability services in higher education. No matter the size or type of institution, Hira shares how to create and maintain a disability inclusive campus. Hira also busts some myths that hover around disability services. Mentioned in this episode: A Faculty Guide to the 5 Ws of College…
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Ask the Expert: How do you keep your team up to date with new technology, software, and technical needs?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on keeping your team up to date with new technologies and software. Matt gives advice on navigating how to ask your team members to brush up, and keep up, with new technology. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!…
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E36: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career Continued
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In this episode, Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Green Beret Nick Lavery on the importance of adaptability in our lives and careers. Listen in to hear Nick's perspective on implementing a military mentality into your job search, career, and leadership methods. "Why not determine what it is you actually want, who you actually want to…
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Ask the Expert: How can I safeguard my profession with the rise of artificial intelligence?
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question about artificial intelligence in higher education and safeguarding against job loss. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!By HigherEdJobs
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E35: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career
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In this episode, Kelly and Andy speak with Green Beret and amputee Nick Lavery on the importance of adaptability in our lives and careers. Listen in to hear Nick's inspiring story and his advice for implementing gratitude in your daily life and deciding 'how' you will accomplish your big dreams.By HigherEdJobs
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Ask the Expert: What to do when you are thrown into a role without proper training
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Lee discusses the onboarding process and how to bolster yourself when a department's processes are limited. Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!By HigherEdJobs
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E34: Balancing Work and Life in the Summer
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Join Kelly, Andy, and guest Richard Sax as they discuss balancing work and life in the summer. After working many summers as a higher education professional, Richard shares his recipe for a re-energizing summer. What is your recipe for a successful summer as a higher education professional?By HigherEdJobs
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Ask the Expert: How to break into careers in higher education
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In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Lee advises that job seekers looking to be an effective candidate for any career in higher education must do the heavy lifting of clearly and eloquently describing themselves and their skills for hiring committees. Dr. Lee mentions that you must know yourself, identify your key competencies, and then be su…
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