HigherEdJobs Podcast

In the season two premier of the HigherEdJobs Podcast, Martin Atkins shares his advice for job seekers and life seekers. Martin stresses that the worst time to look for a job is when you are under any kind of duress. Andy and Martin discuss how job searches can shift in scope and emotional duress depending on the circumstances. Finding a job because you are interested in expanding your skillset ve...

In this episode, Kelly and Andy share their favorite moments from season one of the podcast. They also leave us on a cliff hanger for season two. Kelly and Andy wish you a great summer and look forward to welcoming you back to the podcast in the fall!  Help us prepare for season two and email us at podcast@higheredjobs.com with your questions for Kelly and Andy.  Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibe...

In this episode, Andy has a conversation with Martin Atkins, musician, entrepreneur, author and educator. The two discuss learning how to appreciate the nuances of academia, music education, the museum experience for students, and life stories.  We can’t wait to hear from you!  Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin . 

In this playlist episode, Kyla Maldonado, Marketing Manager at HigherEdJobs, adds 'Faith' to The HigherEdJobs Playlist .  Kyla shares her recent experience of being on the job hunt and her advice for job seekers, which includes always having faith that the right position will present itself! We can’t wait to hear from you!  Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin . 

Kelly and Andy chat with comic Harry Teinowitz. Harry shares how comedy has shaped his recovery with alcoholism and gives advice on how to mix comedy into facing life challenges, everyday life, and work. Harry reminds us that using humor in our careers starts with being able to laugh at ourselves. What are some moments in your career or job search that you can laugh about now?  We can’t wait to he...

In this playlist episode, John Ikenberry, President and Co-founder of HigherEdJobs, adds Takin' Care of Business to The HigherEdJobs Playlist .  John shares a glimpse into the beginnings of HigherEdJobs in 1996 and his advice for job seekers. Kelly adds Weird Science and explains why it's a meaningful song for job seekers. We can’t wait to hear from you! Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibel and Kel...

Have you brushed up on your soft skills lately? Kelly and Andy talk with Eileen Meyer on the topic of utilizing soft skills in the workplace and in job interviews. Eileen discusses the history of soft skills and how brushing up on yours will set you apart in your career.  Using our empathy and our soft skills to understand how to connect with people in our workplace is one of the most important th...

Listener Question: "What advice would you give to us baby academics who are applying to our first few rounds of full time tenure-track positions, and what to expect?"  Listen in to hear the full answer from Matt Trainum, a cautionary note from Andy, and insightful advice from Kelly.   We can’t wait to hear from you! Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us...

What does 'serving' in 'Hispanic-Serving Institution' or 'Minority-Serving Institution' really mean if you cannot measure how well students are being served in a variety of ways? Dr. Gina Garcia explains what 'servingness' means and how HSIs and MSIs are moving the needle forward in serving students in higher education. Dr. Garcia reminds us that it's not enough to diversify higher education gover...

In this quick take, Kelly and Andy discuss the article, It’s Higher Ed Conference Season. How is Omicron Impacting Plans? In-person, virtual, hybrid? What is the future of higher education conferences? How is the conference experience changing from both the organizing perspective and attendee perspective?  We can’t wait to hear from you! Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin . 

Are you experiencing groupthink at your institution? Are some members of your team intentionally or unintentionally not speaking up? How are you trying to work through this? This discussion focuses on how and where groupthink occurs in higher education and addressing conflict. Higher education benefits from confronting opposing ideas, but how do you spot productive conflict from unproductive confl...

In this quick take, Kelly and Andy discuss the article Student-Facing College Workers, Contingent Faculty Face Exhaustion . Facing the unknown in higher education has been difficult, but the unknown has also created new opportunities for higher education to move forward.  We can’t wait to hear from you! Connect with the hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin . 

Do you feel like your career is plateauing? Do you feel like your career is in overwhelming chaos? Are you stuck in a rut? Is the job search process wearing you down? Beryl Greenberg, career and executive coach, shares her advice for facing professional challenges of many kinds, even what to do when your dog jumps up on your lap during a virtual interview. Listen in and learn the strategies and ti...

In this quick take, Kelly and Andy talk about how Zoom has changed administration, teaching, and learning in higher education. The good, the bad, and the awkward aspects of Zoom are considered. What's your take on Zoom in our higher ed professions? Article mentioned in the episode: Soft Skills and Online Learning: Why Should We Care? We can’t wait to hear from you! Connect with the hosts Andrew Hi...

In this episode The Job Board Doctor, Jeff Dickey-Chasins, demystifies 'The Great Resignation' and the restructuring of the labor market after the pandemic. Jeff addresses how higher education leaders can approach poor employee morale and pay better attention to why employees are leaving. Jeff adds two songs to The HigherEdJobs Podcast Spotify playlist . We can’t wait to hear from you! Connect wit...

The entire podcast team, Andrew, Kelly, Mike, and Monika, are together to talk music and share the beginnings of the podcast playlist. Listen to see which songs are added to the playlist and how they relate to job searches and our careers. What songs remind you of the job search or help you in your career? Check out The HigherEdJobs Podcast Spotify playlist.

Dr. Shai L Butler shares her lived experience of withdrawing her candidacy for president at a university. Dr. Butler emphasizes that “you can have it all but not at the same time.” Does it take courage to step back and give yourself a break? Does it take courage to listen to your gut instincts? When should you go ahead with a candidacy? Is there such a thing as a ‘lateral move’ in our careers? Dr....

Andy and Kelly respond to a question from a listener regarding job postings for predetermined candidates.    Articles mentioned in the segment:  A Job Description Written for Exactly One Person Sham Interviews Go Way Beyond the NFL We can’t wait to hear from you! Have a question you want to hear answered on Ask the Expert? Click here to send us your question!

President Tyrone E. Couey, from National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Alumni Associations Foundation (NHBCUAAF), shares the state of HBCUs over the past decade and future prospects for HBCUs. President Couey and Vice President Richard Smith highlight their recent initiatives, student engagement projects, and partnerships that are leading the way in inclusivity, not only in higher e...

Change management is everywhere. Many higher education job descriptions now include words like 'change,' 'improve,' 'enhance,' 'agile,' 'adaptable,' 'future-focused,' these all focus on changing what isn't working at our institutions and keeping what is. What do current students need now? How does higher education governance keep change and innovation moving forward? What is most important for you...

In the first episode of The HigherEdJobs Podcast, learn the origin story of HigherEdJobs, get to know the hosts Andy and Kelly, and find out what’s to come on in the future of the podcast. Andy and Kelly chat with Christopher D. Lee, chief human resources officer, from William & Mary on the evolving hiring process in higher education. Dr. Lee highlights how "The committee process, the interact...

Get ready to be a part of conversations with higher education experts and job search professionals. The HigherEdJobs Podcast is dedicated to helping higher education professionals find fulfillment in their careers and be the change agents that higher education needs in today's world. Join hosts Andrew Hibel and Kelly Cherwin, along with guest experts, as they examine job search strategies and brea...