Career Advancement

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. 

3 Signs You Are Ready For a Promotion

Is it time? Is it too soon? Find out if you are ready for a promotion and discover why now is (or isn't) the time to apply for a different position. Examine your desires and hesitations to be able to make a commitment to yourself and get the position you want and deserve. 

5 Steps to Boosting Your Self-Confidence before a Job Interview

If you are looking to get a new job, it is critical to work on your self-confidence even before you start updating your resume. Your confidence level will determine how you present yourself, what jobs you choose to apply for, as well as how impressive or compelling your application will be.

What’s Standing between You and Your Dream Job

Most ambitious professionals see a gap between what they really want to do with their career and what they think they deserve. It often stems from a little voice telling them they are not good enough to get the job and/or not worthy to receive the rewards. Don't get in the way of getting your dream job. Here is how: