Donald DeHayes’ Post

Weekend Read "Leadership is crucial for any institution, but it’s especially critical for under-resourced and lesser-known ones without much financial cushion. For many of those institutions, leadership sets the long-term prospects: A great leader’s commitment and ability can help people organize around a mission and strengths, transforming a college into a regional destination for students. Poor leaders, meanwhile, spend resources on ill-considered plans and elevate mediocre administrators, setting up an institution for years of financial and managerial difficulties." #highered #highereducation #leadership https://lnkd.in/eqMjQu69

The evolving landscape of higher education requires stealth and strategic leadership. Scott Carlson of the The Chronicle of Higher Education shares "What Higher Ed Needs from Its Leaders Right Now" in this weekly column.

🔥🚀 Change isn’t always easy, but it’s essential! "Challenges, whether they’re to the business model or to traditional modes of delivering learning, mean college leaders will need to be courageous in making changes to internal operations." https://lnkd.in/gn9njFJz #HigherEducation #Innovation #Leadership #EdTech #OnlineLearning #HigherEdLeadership #HigherEdNews

As we approach the end of 2024 and prepare to welcome 2025, it's a great time to reflect on what we truly need from leaders in higher education. The context for higher ed in 2025 is dramatically different, and Scott Carlson's latest article highlights traits that resonate deeply with me: emotional intelligence and humility. In my experience, these qualities can be challenging to find in higher ed leadership. However, when I have encountered leaders who embody these traits, the lessons I've learned from working with them have been transformative—and they have stayed with me for life. So, let’s ask ourselves: Do you have leaders like this around you? Can you reconnect with them? And if you’re an executive leader, what’s missing to bring these traits to the forefront in your leadership? Let’s start the new year with intentionality and a commitment to leadership that inspires and endures. #HigherEdLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipMatters #LeadWithHumility https://lnkd.in/gFKaP5kM

"What makes you ready to be a college president?" This compelling question is at the heart of The Chronicle of Higher Education's recent coverage of our study, Competencies for the College Presidency. The article dives into the nuanced findings that emerged from our research, including the growing need for interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and resilience in today's higher education leaders. The study serves not only as a reflection of the current higher education landscape but also as a roadmap for leadership development, informing how boards and institutions can better support and prepare future presidents. Read more about the findings in The Chronicle's article: https://lnkd.in/gJausRnT #HigherEducation #TheChronicle #HigherEdLeadership #LeadershipStudies

Why are college presidents leaving their posts at an increasing rate? Discover the key factors behind this turnover trend and explore how faculty can navigate these leadership changes effectively. Are you ready to adapt to the shifting landscape of higher education? https://lnkd.in/gucxmtuw

Why are college presidents leaving their posts at an increasing rate? Discover the key factors behind this turnover trend and explore how faculty can navigate these leadership changes effectively. Are you ready to adapt to the shifting landscape of higher education? https://lnkd.in/grdRi4r9

Do you aspire to the highest levels of #academia? I urge clients to identify growth areas, then use that list as the foundation for a professional development plan. Creating your own opportunities to grow and learn is a skill set and habit to build, no matter what your stage of career. The core competencies in this piece could serve as a wonderful #professionaldevelopment syllabus for current and future leaders -- including, but very much not limited to, aspiring college presidents. https://buff.ly/3XMLaRL #leadership #highereducation

Leadership stability is not just a desirable trait in higher education, it is a necessity. It ensures continuity in strategic direction, fosters institutional culture, and supports long-term goals. However, turnover in key executive positions can disrupt these aspects, potentially leading to a loss of direction and a shift in institutional culture. Our latest article examines the trends in leadership turnover in higher education over the past decade, focusing on ten top executive positions from 2014 to 2024. Read on: https://buff.ly/3z0aKIJ #HigherEd #HigherEducation #CollegesAndUniversities #HigherEducationAdministration

Leadership stability is not just a desirable trait in higher education, it is a necessity. It ensures continuity in strategic direction, fosters institutional culture, and supports long-term goals. However, turnover in key executive positions can disrupt these aspects, potentially leading to a loss of direction and a shift in institutional culture. Our latest article examines the trends in leadership turnover in higher education over the past decade, focusing on ten top executive positions from 2014 to 2024. Read on: https://lnkd.in/eXnXmgiW #HigherEd #HigherEducation #CollegesAndUniversities #HigherEducationAdministration