After participating in this online training, you will be able to address the challenges, opportunities, and actions needed for implementing a change initiative from a mid-level leadership role. Overview Leading change requires involvement and engagement from people across a wide range of roles and functions, and oftentimes, change initiatives are tasked to people who must […]
Do you struggle with using data to help you identify and present the greatest needs within your department? Overview Given the current context of higher ed, you are likely defending and justifying your department’s expenses relating to revenue, and you’re having to make important decisions, including budget cuts, that impact people across your department. You […]
Learn how inclusive leaders invite and normalize disagreement to better lead and implement change. Overview Inclusive leadership requires that today’s leaders think about and understand change differently. Change is no longer a once-in-a-while ‘initiative’ that needs managing but is instead a constantly occurring process. And not everyone sits on a level playing field along the way: […]
Practice mindful leadership as a Chair by gaining perspective, making more intentional decisions, and setting clear boundaries with others. Overview When separated from its contemplative framework, mindfulness boils down to three core principles that are essential to effective leadership: gaining perspective, making intentional decisions, and setting clear boundaries with others. Department Chairs need all of […]
Build and deepen the supervisory relationship with new and existing staff members. Overview Developing a strong supervisory relationship with each staff member goes a long way in ensuring future success for both the individual and the team. In order to accomplish this, you must understand and be able to articulate your own supervisory style—and learn how to […]
