Career advancement

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Must Read if You Recently Accepted a New Position in Higher Ed Admin

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You felt it was time for a new job. You applied for a higher level position in administration and were offered the position. Congratulations! It is celebration time but instead of feeling happy and confident, you feel intimidated.

Stepping Off the Job Hunt Emotional Roller Coaster

Let’s face it, the hardest part of job hunting in higher ed admin isn’t writing tedious cover letters, choosing what suit to wear, answering interview questions, or even giving your best performance at a forum. The hardest part is the emotional roller coaster.

Part 2: Must Read AFTER You Decide to Apply for a Job in Higher Ed Admin

Cover letters that repeat what is on your resume and list facts without explaining why they matter and what the implications are, completely miss their purpose. Your letter is an opportunity to show not only experience and accomplishments but also your leadership style, your core values, and what the institution could expect if they hired you.

Part 1: Must Read BEFORE You Decide to Apply for a Job in Higher Ed Admin

Here are some ideas I wish every person seeking a leadership position in higher ed administration would consider before applying.  1. Don’t follow general job hunting advice. Most job hunting advice is written for students entering the workforce and adults in the private sector.

Why You Shouldn't Wait for a Door to Close to Open Another

When a door closes, we suddenly find ourselves without something that we need, which creates a void and urgency to fill that void. Being passive and avoiding seeing the truth is no longer an option. Finding a new door becomes time sensitive and cannot be pushed back to someday… Don't wait for that moment. Knock on new doors now.