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EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

EDUCAUSE

20 episodes

1 day ago

Podcast guests amplify the voices—as well as the aspirations, challenges, contributions, and strengths—of young professionals in higher education. Hosted by EDUCAUSE community leaders Wes Johnson and Sarah J. Buszka.

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Podcast guests amplify the voices—as well as the aspirations, challenges, contributions, and strengths—of young professionals in higher education. Hosted by EDUCAUSE community leaders Wes Johnson and Sarah J. Buszka.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes (20/20)

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Cultivating an IT Talent Pipeline

Tim Chester, Vice Chancellor of IT at the University System of Georgia joins the episode to discuss developing diverse, resilient IT teams through leadership that prioritizes growth, accountability, and long-term human investment.

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1 week ago

30 minutes 59 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

ICYMI: Networking for Young Professionals

Networking is an important part of building your higher education career, but it doesn't have to be a daunting task. Members of the EDUCAUSE Young Professionals Advisory Committee discuss strategies for making professional connections and finding your community.

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1 month ago

36 minutes

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Recognizing Career Opportunities

In this episode, the young professionals share candid stories about career pivots, growth, and knowing when to move on. They discuss the tools needed to find and act on professional opportunities.

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2 months ago

36 minutes 12 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Getting Acclimated to Higher Ed: A Guide for New Professionals

Navigating higher education as a newcomer means learning to balance institutional culture, organizational politics, and constant change. This conversation offers practical strategies, personal stories, and insights to help you build confidence, make connections, and grow—whether you're early in your career or transitioning from another industry.

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3 months ago

37 minutes 47 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Navigating Career Transitions

In this episode, we hear from professionals at different stages of their career journeys as they reflect on risk, resilience, and growth. They share advice on stepping into leadership roles, recognizing when it may be time for a change, and overcoming imposter syndrome.

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5 months ago

39 minutes 5 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Fostering a Culture of Belonging

This episode explores the role of belonging in the workplace and how mentorship, identity, and self-advocacy shape professional growth.

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6 months ago

40 minutes 13 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

A Behind the Scenes Look at Mentorship in Practice

Mentoring is a powerful, evolving relationship that fosters growth for both the mentor and the mentee. This conversation delves into the practical aspects of mentorship, from initiating connections to navigating participants' needs to learning from every interaction.

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8 months ago

32 minutes 49 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Start with Storytelling: A Masterclass

Storytelling is an essential skill for higher education professionals, enabling them to connect with colleagues, make complex ideas more accessible, and drive meaningful conversation. In this episode, we explore the art of narrative storytelling techniques adapted expressly for IT professionals

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9 months ago

34 minutes 24 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Mentorship Matters: Cultivating Mentor-Mentee Connections

To celebrate National Mentoring Month, we discuss the transformative power of mentorship in higher education, exploring the qualities and impact of a successful mentor-mentee relationship, and the value of both formal and informal guidance.

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10 months ago

32 minutes 5 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

5 Keys to Collaborating with Young Professionals

In this episode, hosts and guests discuss five essential principles for effectively managing or collaborating with young professionals, including the importance of feedback, meaningful work, transparency, personalized support, and a culture of continuous learning.

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12 months ago

36 minutes 53 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Fostering Brave Space: Reflections on Brené Brown's Dare to Lead

In this episode, the discussion centers around leadership insights from Brene Brown’s book Dare to Lead, exploring themes like authenticity, vulnerability, and building trust in the workplace. Hosts Wes Johnson and Sarah J. Buszka also share tips for making the most of your EDUCAUSE 2024 Conference experience.

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1 year ago

35 minutes 37 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Unconventional Paths to IT Careers

The higher education technology profession has become increasingly interdisciplinary, and many young professionals are entering technology roles from nontraditional backgrounds. In this episode, we discuss how nontechnical strengths contribute to a better technical organization.

You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

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1 year ago

33 minutes 35 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Why Young Professionals Choose Higher Education Careers

In this episode, we discuss some of the reasons young professionals gravitate toward a career in higher education.

You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

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1 year ago

29 minutes 7 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Strategies for Navigating the EDUCAUSE Top 10

Hosts Wes and Sarah speak to Susan Grajek from EDUCAUSE and Joseph Caudle from the University of Notre Dame about how young professionals can leverage the insights from the annual EDUCAUSE Top 10 to address institutional challenges and shape the future of higher education.

You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

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1 year ago

54 minutes 30 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Trailblazing a Modern Path to CIO

Finding a path to a leadership role can be daunting. In this episode, hosts Sarah and Wes speak with two young professionals who have forged a path to the CIO position and discuss how they got there.

You can also watch this podcast on YouTube.

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1 year ago

49 minutes 39 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Finding Flow: Harmonizing Life and Career

Balancing work and life can be particularly challenging for higher education professionals now that many are working from home or in a hybrid environment. This podcast episode explores a variety of approaches and philosophies for improving work-life balance.

You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

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1 year ago

49 minutes 3 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

The Holiday Recharge

Hosts Sarah and Wes discuss how to disengage from work concerns when it's time for a long break and how to avoid vacation whiplash on your return.

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1 year ago

46 minutes 34 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Young Professionals’ Influence on Strategic Planning

In this episode, we talk about strategic planning and the skills needed to traverse such a complex undertaking. Our guests include John O'Brien, EDUCAUSE President and CEO, and Chris Bradney, Director of Strategic Technology Initiatives at California State University-San Bernardino.

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1 year ago

43 minutes 26 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Debunking 5 Myths about Young Professionals

In this episode, we discuss five misconceptions about young professionals and why some people have a skewed vision of younger generations. (Recorded live at the EDUCAUSE 2023 Conference.)

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2 years ago

41 minutes 2 seconds

EDUCAUSE Rising Voices

Networking for Young Professionals

Networking is an important part of building your higher education career, but it doesn't have to be a daunting task. Members of the EDUCAUSE Young Professionals Advisory Committee discuss strategies for making professional connections and finding your community.

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2 years ago

36 minutes