By the very definition of our profession in Student Affairs, we spend the vast majority of our time interacting with students, parents, colleagues, employees, alumni and so many other individuals. We can be the most proficient writers and public speakers, but if we cannot interact in appropriate manners with the dozens of people we cross …
Some call it being a radical. Some say it is challenging the process. Others would call it disrespectful to the culture. The flip side would say it is the only way to enact change. We have all most likely been on both sides of this coin as we have watched others make decisions, take action …
I was first introduced to Gallup data about management when my supervisor gave me a copy of First Break All the Rules which shares what the greatest managers in the world all seem to have in common. This groundbreaking research led to our current quest to discover our strengths and I have been fascinated by …
Have you been to a keynote or presentation that when it’s over you just can’t stop talking about? What was it that had you so captivated? Did the information blow your mind? Did the speaker inspire you to action? Was the message so off base you can’t think of anything except disputing it? Whatever the …
