As women of color ascend to leadership roles in academia, the path is paved with triumphs and challenges. The recognition of your hard work is accompanied by the weight of imposter syndrome and the struggle to find a support network in unfamiliar territories.  Enter the world of leadership coaching– a beacon of empowerment designed to […]

In higher education leadership, self-preservation is the key to maintaining your authentic voice and physical and emotional well-being. The journey can be overwhelming for women of color who have recently transitioned into leadership roles. As you ascend from esteemed lecturers and tenured faculty members to more influential roles such as department chairs, heads of faculty, […]

You’ve just been accepted into a new role in higher education leadership – congratulations! But something feels off; you’re overwhelmed, and despite all your hard work, you still can’t help feeling like, “Do I really belong here?” Perfectionism, the silent companion of ambition, is often a formidable challenge for women of color ascending leadership roles […]

If you’ve ever questioned your abilities, felt overwhelmed, or doubted your worth in a new leadership role, you’re not alone. As you embark on this remarkable journey of guiding institutions, shaping minds, and leaving an enduring legacy, it’s crucial to acknowledge some of the challenges that may accompany your ascent.  In leadership, imposter syndrome and […]

Congratulations! We’ve made it through another year of learning and growing as leaders. Or maybe this was your first year in a leadership role. Either way, take some time to recognize and celebrate how far you’ve come. While you’re at it, you might realize… you’re exhausted. Which is totally normal – being a leader can […]

Another semester is coming to an end, and we’ve made it through a LOT as a higher ed leaders over the past couple years. We continue to navigate unique challenges as leaders in a changing world. And it’s important that we take some time to pause, reflect, and recharge for the new year. Here are […]

Inclusivity around the holidays has been a hot topic for the past few years. How do you ensure you are creating space for everyone within your team to feel included? At the same time, how do you make sure no one feels pressured to celebrate in any particular way? Here are 3 tips to help […]

As we mentioned in last week’s blog post, an important part of wrapping up the year is expressing gratitude to your staff for the hard work they’ve put in throughout the year. But how do you say “thank you” in a meaningful way that is sure to make them feel appreciated? We’ve got you covered! […]

Thanksgiving break is over, and we’ve officially entered the home stretch of the semester. Rather than powering through until finals are over, now is a great time to pause, recalibrate, and be intentional about how you want to close out the year. Here are 3 things you can do today to finish the year off […]

It’s Thanksgiving, y’all! While I’m as shocked as you are that 2022 is nearly coming to a close, this is always one of the most special weeks of the year. Good food, good company, and a nice long weekend – what’s better than that? So what I want to offer you this week is a […]