HigherEdJobs Podcast

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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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.

Thought maker, futurist, and strategist Alexandra Levit joins Kelly and Andy on the podcast for a discussion on the future of work in higher education. Levit shares what higher education can learn from other industries that are adjusting to hybrid work environments, accelerated recruiting processes, and retaining durable workforces.

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Matt Trainum answers a question on succession planning in higher education.

Matt shares that there is succession planning infrastructure in higher education, but there is also a lot of complexity in higher education that makes succession planning less straightforward. The conversation then turns to 'what is the definition of succession planning?'

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