Professional Development, Presentations/Speeches, and Leadership

Recent resources tagged with Professional Development, Presentations/Speeches, and Leadership.

A Leadership Development Process for IT Professionals

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Title:A Leadership Development Process for IT Professionals (ID: EDU07260)
Author(s):James W. King (University of Nebraska - Lincoln) and Kathy Notter (University of Nebraska)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

This session will describe a leadership development process for IT professionals that includes a leadership framework (using leadership research instruments, examining individual strengths, promoting team participation); managing resources (program planning, organizing and budgeting, conflict resolution and negotiation); and improving performance of IT units (valuing diversity, futuring, trend analysis, scenario development and visioning, and entrepreneurship).

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Learning to Drive (and Other Lessons Learned Along the Way)

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Title:Learning to Drive (and Other Lessons Learned Along the Way) (ID: EDU07074)
Author(s):Brian L. Hawkins (EDUCAUSE)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

In November of 2006, Brian Hawkins announced his plans to retire from the presidency of EDUCAUSE at the end of the 2007•2008 academic year. For this session, he was asked to share the important lessons he has learned in his nearly 40-year career in higher education regarding management, leadership, and professional life. He will discuss issues including personnel management, professional development, and how to map a course for good leadership and a successful career.

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We Value Leadership Throughout Our Organization

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Title:We Value Leadership Throughout Our Organization (ID: EDU05229)
Author(s):Brian Hoyt (Bucknell University), Eugene L. Spencer (Bucknell University), and Jean Zappe (Bucknell University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/20/2005)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Organizations can no longer depend on the leadership skills and qualities of only those individuals defined as "leaders." Success depends on all members of an organization providing appropriate leadership in their work. Our value of "leadership throughout the organization" has an impact on our professional development, communication, and collaboration activities.
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Taking Care of Your Career

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Title:Taking Care of Your Career (ID: WRC0554)
Author(s):Cynthia Golden (EDUCAUSE) and Ronald Bleed (Maricopa Community College District)
Origin:Presented at Western Regional conferences (04/27/2005)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:As an IT professional in higher education, how can you plan for the future, and what strategies can you use throughout your career to develop the skills necessary to advance within your organization (or move on to another)? If you are on the path to assuming greater responsibility, this session will help you formulate effective career development strategies. Attendees should come prepared to participate and share. This is an interactive session!
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The Changing Role of the Information Resources Professional

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Title:The Changing Role of the Information Resources Professional (ID: VID0032)
Author(s):Patricia Battin and Brian L. Hawkins (EDUCAUSE)
Origin:Presented at CAUSE Conferences (Archives) (1996)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:This video depicts a dialogue between a librarian and an information technology professional, based on their mutual conviction that information professionals must assume active leadership in higher education's transforming environment. The session explores both the mythology and reality of the issues that separate the two cultures and inhibit enlightened leadership as their roles in higher education converge. This was a general session at the 1996 CAUSE annual conference.
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