Obtaining feedback is a critical part of almost every role in Student Affairs. Whether you’re in search of  data to evaluate an event, or seeking commentary about satisfaction with[...]

Have you ever been in a meeting/conversation/situation where you suddenly feel like you took too many loop-de-loops at the state fair? That low, deep feeling in your gut that makes[...]

The assessment process is full of opportunities to recharge an organization and increase power and energy systematically. Remaining intentional and focused throughout the process w[...]

This article was originally published at StudentLifeGuru.com. You both sit down to the table for a chat. Well, it’s more formal than a chat. Your employee looks at you with wide ey[...]

Happy Tuesday! Sometimes we get caught in the mindset of only thinking about feedback during the end of the year. However, I think it is okay and should become practice to talk abo[...]

Feedback is a gift with an expiration date. Once it’s received, it should be used or reviewed before it spoils the relationship. This was my final thought for a recent #SAchat that[...]

There are moments when you mess up in your career, and you realize it right away.  You know what I mean – you accidentally hit “reply all” on a snarky response (not good), you say [...]

Think back to the last big project you took the lead on. What went well? What students were serviced by your deeds and determination? Now, shift your focus to the areas in which wa[...]

Many of us have been in this situation before: you unveil a new program or initiative. It goes off pretty well and you’re feeling pretty good about introducing something fresh or d[...]

Somewhere on my position description, it should read “position is responsible for managing entry-level professional blowback to unpopular decisions, while supporting said dec[...]