Four More “Elf” Life Lessons
Four things Buddy the Elf teaches us about work, life, and the importance of putting maple syrup on everything.
Profile of a Master Planner: Genghis Khan
What do Genghis Khan and Higher Ed have in common? More than you might think. Both rely (or should) heavily on effective, measurable planning, and the ability to leverage your strengths when resources are tight.
Thanksgiving: Meditations on Turkey and Tolerance
After spending an unusually extended time away from family and friends, there are bound to be some hiccups when we all get together again. To help prepare for any potential awkwardness, consider the following…
The Power of Story: How I Became an Unlikely Sports Fan
Part of what we do at EduCred Services is help institutions tell their story. Accreditation, compliance, and operations work out much better when your team (both internal and external) are rooting for you. Everyone’s story is unique and compelling; sharing yours invites people to become stakeholders in your journey.
Trick or Treat: The Costumed Leader
Whether you’re familiar with the term or not, you’ve met a costumed leader. You know, the person in executive management role who thinks they are leading but lacks the characteristics or tools to actually be effective in that role. They are disguised by authority, title, and position.
Nothing but a Mission
This is the story of Theranos—a company started by a 19-year-old Stanford University drop-out who hated needles and had an ambitious mission, but really only had a mission. So how was she able to trick intelligent and discerning people into investing in a product that didn’t actually work? The answer is three-fold.