Coaching for Academic Department Chairs
Process
I find that my clients benefit from the following general process.
I find that my clients benefit from the following general process.
- I ask about your situation in terms of your institution's "grammar"—their policies, procedures, and culture that pertain to the issues for which you seek help. I try to help you clarify what you know and suggest some things of which you might be unaware.
- We then move to a stage of reflection—critical thinking about which options for handling your concern are realistically open to you. We will work together to consider strategies that you have already considered as well as some that might be more innovative.
- On the basis of our reflection together, you will select the course of action that you deem most wise. I will help to critically review your selection and suggest modifications if any. At the conclusion of our discussion, I will encourage you in implementing your decision and will suggest following up as necessary.
The process is easily summarized In my motto for Sage Leader: Knowledge | Reflection | Wisdom. These are the hallmarks of effective leadership.
General Benefits
When you work with me, you will receive the following benefits:
· Absolute confidentiality. I will never divulge the content of our interactions to your employer or any third party (unless you indicate an intention to harm yourself or others).
· Respect. I will respect your experience and opinions as I learn more about the culture and policies that pertain to your situation.
· Enhanced clarification. I will ask questions that help you clarify your situation and the options that are open to you.
· Creative reflection. You will receive guidance, based on experience, in determining realistic, appropriate responses to your challenges.
· Encouragement. You will be encouraged to implement the wisest course of action you have selected after clarifying and reflecting on realistic options.
· Evaluation. Together, we will assess the degree to which your decisions and actions have succeeded in order to develop more effective approaches for the future.
Typical Service Areas for Department/Program Chairs
· Time management
Typical Service Areas for Department/Program Chairs
· Time management
· Responding to student issues and complaints
· Supporting full-time (tenured, tenure-track) and part-time (contingent, adjunct) faculty
· Hiring, onboarding, and mentoring new faculty
· Recruiting, hiring, supporting, and promoting women and persons of color
· Decisions regarding allocation of departmental resources
· Personnel issues, including evaluation of faculty performance, mediating conflict and personal disputes, issues pertaining to professional ethics, compensation
· Curricular/program development
· Scheduling courses
· Budget management
· Conducting department meetings
· Community engagement
· Fundraising
· Relating to deans and other administrators
Although the above list might appear to be merely a brief summary of duties and expectations for department/program chairs, all can become flashpoints of conflict and dispute that call for resourceful and wise leadership.
Appointments and Cost
In my experience, those who seek my assistance do so only when faced with serious, often complex problems of a personal or institutional nature. Therefore, I require clients to book at least two sessions at first, with additional sessions possible as needed.
Following a free 30-minute discovery meeting (click here to book your free discovery conversation), the first two 50-minute appointments should occur within 30 days of one another. In addition to these personal meetings, I will research your institution's policies and culture. I will also investigate external sources of information and best practice needed to address your issue(s).
Total cost for the first two 50-minute personal meetings and any research as needed, and access to additional materials as they become available is $500. Book each appointment individually at $250 each. Additional appointments may be scheduled as needed for a fee of $250 each. Fees are payable in advance at the time of booking.
Although the above list might appear to be merely a brief summary of duties and expectations for department/program chairs, all can become flashpoints of conflict and dispute that call for resourceful and wise leadership.
Appointments and Cost
In my experience, those who seek my assistance do so only when faced with serious, often complex problems of a personal or institutional nature. Therefore, I require clients to book at least two sessions at first, with additional sessions possible as needed.
Following a free 30-minute discovery meeting (click here to book your free discovery conversation), the first two 50-minute appointments should occur within 30 days of one another. In addition to these personal meetings, I will research your institution's policies and culture. I will also investigate external sources of information and best practice needed to address your issue(s).
Total cost for the first two 50-minute personal meetings and any research as needed, and access to additional materials as they become available is $500. Book each appointment individually at $250 each. Additional appointments may be scheduled as needed for a fee of $250 each. Fees are payable in advance at the time of booking.
Disclaimer
Purchasing services or materials from Sage Leader indicates acknowledgment and acceptance of my declining to provide the following services:
· Legal advice or recommendation
· Mental health counseling or advice
· Representation of the client to the client’s employer, government agency, or any other third party
A Brief Word About Me
After completing studies at Wabash College (B.A., English), Southern Methodist University (M.Div.), and the University of Chicago (M.A., Ph.D.), I taught religious studies and humanities. I also served as an undergraduate dean, academic vice president, and graduate dean. After retiring from academia, I ran my own writing and consulting business. In June 2022, I launched a higher education, free subscription newsletter, Higher Ed Success. I live with my spouse and our cat in Raleigh, NC.
A Brief Word About Me
After completing studies at Wabash College (B.A., English), Southern Methodist University (M.Div.), and the University of Chicago (M.A., Ph.D.), I taught religious studies and humanities. I also served as an undergraduate dean, academic vice president, and graduate dean. After retiring from academia, I ran my own writing and consulting business. In June 2022, I launched a higher education, free subscription newsletter, Higher Ed Success. I live with my spouse and our cat in Raleigh, NC.
This package includes
- 2 x 50 min appointments within 30 days
- Research of institution's policies and culture
- Research of external sources of information and best practices as needed
Investment
$250
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