{"product_id":"the-successful-dean-thoughtful-strategies-and-savvy-tips-for-todays-evolving-leadership-paperback-softback-9780807763926","title":"The Successful Dean; Thoughtful Strategies and Savvy Tips for Today's Evolving Leadership (Paperback \/ softback) 9780807763926","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Successful Dean\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eThoughtful Strategies and Savvy Tips for Today's Evolving Leadership\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eMari Koerner (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780807763926\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 17 April 2020\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e160 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.6 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.231 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eWhat does leadership and change actually look like in myriad situations? This \"boots-on-the-ground\" resource, written by a former dean of education, pulls back the curtain on the crucial and complicated role of senior leadership and brings to the forefront experiences that often go unspoken. With humor and common-sense advice, the author draws on relevant scholarship to uncover the process for succeeding and thriving as a leader.  The portrait of a dean is presented as a thoughtful activist whose leadership is defined by careful consideration of the responsibilities of the position and ethical responses to it all. Themes woven throughout the book include staying authentic, having courage, and remaining fair.  Learning from the past but presenting a contemporary view, \u003cem\u003eThe Successful Dean\u003c\/em\u003e responds to the rapidly changing context of higher education. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003eRefreshing and uplifting view of the deanship from an experienced dean.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eExplores how to maintain thoughtfulness in the stressful life of an administrator.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eOffers clear pointers for practice including leading through adversity, as well as being satisfied in and enjoying the role.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eEngaging reflection questions at the end of each chapter. \u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003eBrief and accessible chapters make this a perfect \"go to\" resource for deans and other senior administrators, and those who aspire to those roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamble: What Do You See, Where Are You Going and Why?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Piloting the Ship While You Design It\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunities of Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Portrait of Leadership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy This Book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Power of Leadership\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Changing Nature and Perception of the University\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthics, Humor, and Good Old Rock '\u003cbr\u003en'\u003cbr\u003e Roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart I: Seeing Clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1. \u003cbr\u003eRemember Your Raison D'\u003cbr\u003eê\u003cbr\u003etre: Students\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Students as a Central Focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Culture of Respect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport Beyond the Classroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMental Health, Safety Issues, and Grievances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivating Awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2. \u003cbr\u003eFigure Out Your Boundaries for Myriad Situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Drawing Lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional Boundaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTricky Business\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Face of the College\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeware of Gossip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3. \u003cbr\u003ePlan for Churn and Change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Change in Many Forms: From Structural to Personnel to Personal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools for Managing Change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe Prepared for Personal Change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Job Is Over!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4. \u003cbr\u003eWhen Everyone Else But You Appears to Be or Is Wrong or Stupid, Take a Break or Find Another Job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Becoming Tired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe on the Lookout for Cynicism \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a Break\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange Jobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart II: Operating From An Ethical Stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5. \u003cbr\u003eCatch the Optimism Bug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What Kind of Optimism Does it Take to Lead?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Is Your Role as an Optimist to Your Boss?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptimism in Time and Space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6. \u003cbr\u003eKeep Your Nose in Everyone'\u003cbr\u003es Business\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Ways to Get to Know What You Need to Know\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Law is the Law and the Rules are the Rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBias Can Creep In\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity Building Happens Through Practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7. \u003cbr\u003eNever Burn Bridges—\u003cbr\u003eWith Anyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Isolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere Are More Bridges than You Think\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart III: Practicing Self-Care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8. \u003cbr\u003eRemain Authentic—\u003cbr\u003eA Pretty Scary Prospect!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Different Kinds of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Benefits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThings to Think About, Authentically Speaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep Your Sense of Humor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerbalize Your Thoughts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan for the Worst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9. \u003cbr\u003eAvoid Death by a Thousand Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Gender Bias—\u003cbr\u003eI Think So\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime to Be Thoughtful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10. \u003cbr\u003eEmail and Other Communication Nightmares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Some Helpful Reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther Forms of Communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart IV: Working For A Common Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11. \u003cbr\u003eBe on the Alert for Good Advice and Ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Some Advice on Advice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecisions!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvice and Power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusings, Meditation, and Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12. \u003cbr\u003eConstantly Seek Understanding About Yourself as Dean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A Life Jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication! Communication! 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