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    Explore " higher ed jobs" with insightful episodes like "Ask the Expert: How do I transition from teaching elementary school to working in higher ed?", "E38: Education Policy - What’s Happening in D.C.?", "Ask the Expert: How to sell your teaching experience when your publications are limited or vice versa.", "The Playlist: New Songs for Your Job Search" and "E37: Talking About Disability Inclusion on Your Campus" from podcasts like ""HigherEdJobs Podcast", "HigherEdJobs Podcast", "HigherEdJobs Podcast", "HigherEdJobs Podcast" and "HigherEdJobs Podcast"" and more!

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    Ask the Expert: How do I transition from teaching elementary school to working in higher ed?

    Ask the Expert: How do I transition from teaching elementary school to working in higher ed?

    In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on transitioning from teaching elementary school to working in higher education. Matt advises that the best thing to do in this transition is to 'know your why.' 

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    Ask the Expert: How to sell your teaching experience when your publications are limited or vice versa.

    Ask the Expert: How to sell your teaching experience when your publications are limited or vice versa.

    Do you have a lot of teaching experience but not a lot of publications? Do you have a lot of publications but not a lot of teaching experience? In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Chris Lee answers how to sell and tell your career story on your CV while filling the gaps you may have in your professional experience.

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    E37: Talking About Disability Inclusion on Your Campus

    E37: Talking About Disability Inclusion on Your Campus

    This episode's guest, Hira Byrne Paulin, shares her expertise in disability services in higher education. No matter the size or type of institution, Hira shares how to create and maintain a disability inclusive campus. Hira also busts some myths that hover around disability services.

    Mentioned in this episode: A Faculty Guide to the 5 Ws of College Disability Services

    Ask the Expert: How do you keep your team up to date with new technology, software, and technical needs?

    Ask the Expert: How do you keep your team up to date with new technology, software, and technical needs?

    In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Matt Trainum answers a question on keeping your team up to date with new technologies and software. Matt gives advice on navigating how to ask your team members to brush up, and keep up, with new technology.

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    E36: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career Continued

    E36: Gratitude and Adaptability in Your Life and Career Continued

    In this episode, Kelly and Andy continue their conversation with Green Beret Nick Lavery on the importance of adaptability in our lives and careers. Listen in to hear Nick's perspective on implementing a military mentality into your job search, career, and leadership methods. 

    "Why not determine what it is you actually want, who you actually want to become, and then begin working towards that today, not tomorrow..."

    Ask the Expert: How to break into careers in higher education

    Ask the Expert: How to break into careers in higher education

    In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Lee advises that job seekers looking to be an effective candidate for any career in higher education must do the heavy lifting of clearly and eloquently describing themselves and their skills for hiring committees.

    Dr. Lee mentions that you must know yourself, identify your key competencies, and then be sure to marry all your skills for the position and career you are seeking. Check out this webcast for more tips and tricks.

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    E33: Job Searching after 40

    E33: Job Searching after 40

    Why does it seem that around age 40, many professionals start doubting their confidence and career mobility? 

    Kelly and Andy welcome Dr. David Blake -- who calls himself an HR geek, recovering academic, former CHRO and COO -- to discuss why this happens and explore tips for job seekers in this 'over-40' category.

    Dr. Blake acknowledges that this stage is normal. "You've been in the workforce for about 20 years now," he says. "I just think it is a natural byproduct of the thought process that we go through as we advance in our careers." Additionally, he addresses common myths and shares insight on how to tackle specific challenges, such as overqualification. 

    Ask the Expert: How can I move into management when a formal track doesn't exist?

    Ask the Expert: How can I move into management when a formal track doesn't exist?

    In this Ask the Expert episode, expert Dr. Christopher D. Lee shares ways to move into a management role even when your institution doesn't have a formal track for doing so.

    Dr. Lee explains that there are various reasons why institutions may not provide a formal track. Regardless, he says that "one should assume the responsibility as their own kind of career planner and plan to grow and find future opportunities, whether or not their institution has a program to do so." From webinars and workshops to professional certifications, Dr. Lee guides us through options for preparing yourself for a leadership track.

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    E32: Best Practices and Advice for Women in Higher Education

    E32: Best Practices and Advice for Women in Higher Education

    Are you considering a leadership position in your department or at your institution? Dr. Marjorie Hass, author of "A Leadership Guide for Women in Higher Education," joins Kelly and Andy to share advice for "women and those who want to lead like them." 

    "Anytime you have not been socialized to think of yourself as a leader, I think you need a lot of support to move in that direction, and many of the women that I've worked with in the course of my career have not come to see themselves in that way," Hass explains. 

    She shares advice and tips for the identity issues that come with seeking a leadership position -- for women and others interested in leadership -- and corrects the false narrative about leadership being a solo endeavor.

    Ask the Expert: What questions are critical to see if the employer and the department are well-fit to the applicant's expectation?

    Ask the Expert: What questions are critical to see if the employer and the department are well-fit to the applicant's expectation?

    Expert Matt Trainum discusses what questions a job seeker can ask to see if the employer and the department fit their expectations.

    Matt offers several questions that can help you to learn about the 'rougher edges' of the department. He also shares how evaluating the questions that employers ask you can be vital in evaluating fit.

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    E31: Positioning Yourself as a Fit for a Different Department or Institution

    E31: Positioning Yourself as a Fit for a Different Department or Institution

    Are you looking to move to a new department or institution? In this episode, Kelly and Andy speak with Dr. Cameron Beatty, an assistant professor in the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Department at Florida State University, about strategies for making these transitions. 

    Historically, staying in a role for three to five years was recommended to demonstrate that you've gained experience. However, today, both junior and senior professionals are moving from one office to another or from one campus or institution type to another, according to Dr. Beatty. 

    He shares his thoughts on being a generalist in higher education, communicating your transferable skills, and other strategies for best positioning yourself to change roles.

    Ask the Expert: Should you contact an employer about a position you've applied for?

    Ask the Expert: Should you contact an employer about a position you've applied for?

    Expert Matt Trainum answers a question about reaching out to employers when there has been no communication regarding the job posting or your application.

    Matt offers that a lack of communication is not about the candidate, it is about the HR office and their system. In higher ed, it is not uncommon that you will not get responses from jobs that you apply for, remember that this is an administrative issue not a personal issue.

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    E30: Rage Applying

    E30: Rage Applying

    The phrase "rage applying" is a new term for going on a resume-sending spree, according to an article on the topic from our regular contributor, Justin Zackal. In this episode, Kelly and Andy respond to Justin's article and add their insights about dealing with frustrations at work and whether rage applying can be a good thing.

    After listening, do you have any thoughts on rage applying?

    • Email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with any further questions! 

    Ask the Expert: How can I leverage LinkedIn and my network in the higher ed industry?

    Ask the Expert: How can I leverage LinkedIn and my network in the higher ed industry?

    Expert Matt Trainum answers a question for a job seeker on how to leverage LinkedIn and their network for a competitive job search.

    Matt advises us to have authentic conversations regardless of which platform you are using to build and maintain your network.

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