18 Tips on What to Do If Procrastination Is Weighing You Down

It is common for people to spend a significant amount of time feeling bad about things they think they “should” do but they are not doing. Sometimes, they spend more time thinking about it than the time it would actually take to get the tasks done. Find out how to end procrastination. 

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. 

10 Tips to Manage Your E-mail Effectively

E-mails were created to make our lives easier, not harder. Now, people seem to be drowning in a sea of incoming messages. It reduces their productivity and makes it difficult to catch up. Discover how to regain control over your inbox and increase your productivity. 

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3 Powerful Steps to Foster Collaboration by Choosing the Right Words

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Have you ever been in a meeting on campus, trying to make a valuable contribution with the best intentions, only to be received with hostility and unwillingness to collaborate? Discover how to make people want to work with you and support your ideas for improvement.