Episode Main Points
1) Chemistry is like relationships with people. Its is going to go fast and blow up or ferment or it will go slow and may blow up or ferment. But either way, the journey will be memorable.
2) Being is middle management is academia is NOT easy. Knowing how to manage up and how to manage down is key. Having a great administrative assist is also key to being able to function as an effective dean or department chair.
3) You have to know, be able to recognize when its time to leave. There is such a thing as over staying your welcome. Use the skills learned to move on to your next great opportunity. The key is to be aware of when its time to move and have an exit plan.
4) It is really okay to want to be authentically yourself EVERYWHERE! Don't let other people tell you who you are.
Dr. Pamela Leggett-Robinson Bio:
Dr. Pamela Leggett- Robinson has more than 15 years of higher education experience which includes academic and student success/support programming, institutional strategic planning, data analytics, and program evaluation. She uses evidence-based approaches in program development, management, and evaluation to improve the landscape in STEM through diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her diverse skill set is a result of serving as an academic administrator, principal investigator/program director for student and community initiatives, high school teacher, and lobbyist for K-20 science funding on Capitol Hill. She has a unique leadership style that can implement change, drive productivity, and efficiency while maintaining participant engagement and building relationships with stakeholders. She is organized, detail oriented, and have excellent time management. She is a Certified Associate in Project Management and bring an exceptional level of enthusiasm, dedication, and nuanced perspective to each program she serves.
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