HigherEdJobs Podcast

In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Christopher D. Lee shares ways to move into a management role even when your institution doesn't have a formal track for doing so.

Dr. Lee explains that there are various reasons why institutions may not provide a formal track. Regardless, he says that "one should assume the responsibility as their own kind of career planner and plan to grow and find future opportunities, whether or not their institution has a program to do so." From webinars and workshops to professional certifications, Dr. Lee guides us through options for preparing yourself for a leadership track.

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Why does it seem that around age 40, many professionals start doubting their confidence and career mobility?

Kelly and Andy welcome Dr. David Blake -- who calls himself an HR geek, recovering academic, former CHRO and COO -- to discuss why this happens and explore tips for job seekers in this 'over-40' category.

Dr. Blake acknowledges that this stage is normal. "You've been in the workforce for about 20 years now," he says. "I just think it is a natural byproduct of the thought process that we go through as we advance in our careers." Additionally, he addresses common myths and shares insight on how to tackle specific challenges, such as overqualification.

Featured higher ed expert Dr. Christopher D. Lee answers how higher education needs to adjust to hybrid and remote work to compete for new talent and adapt to current work-life balance standards.

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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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In this episode Mark Coldren, associate vice president and chief human resources officer at the University at Buffalo SUNY, shares why joining a professional association, or maintaining your involvement in one, is imperative for your career success.

Mark offers advice for anyone struggling to get funding to attend association conferences and how to advocate to your leadership that professional development goes beyond dollars and cents.

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