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In this episode, Brian talks with Emory University's Melody Ridley about the challenge of relating to those who are different from us and how a few key communication skills can help foster greater understanding and unity in the workplace. Listen to find new ways to communicate and learn as Melody and Brian share stories of their teaching experiences and the impact we can make on each other's lives when we remain curious, listen actively, and strengthen the ability to engage in a meaningful dialogue with people who have different perspectives.
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In this special episode, host Brian Buford is joined by Marian Vasser and Lindsey Ronay to celebrate and reflect on the profound impact of Dr. J. Blaine Hudson at the University of Louisville. Listen as Marian and Lindsey share personal stories and insights into how Dr. Hudson’s vision and efforts have left a lasting mark on their professional lives and the broader UofL community. They, along with Brian, share the many ways his legacy continues to enhance the on-campus experience for Cardinal students, faculty, and staff. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and the enduring influence of a true UofL icon.
Dr. Hudson, a cherished figure at UofL, began his journey as a student leader of the Black Student Union in the late 1960s, where he played a pivotal role in advocating for the creation of a black studies program. His dedication to education and social justice saw him rise from staff member to history instructor, eventually becoming a tenured professor in the Pan African Studies department. Dr. Hudson’s remarkable career culminated in his tenure as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences from 2005 to 2012.
Special thanks to the J. Blaine Hudson Foundation, Inc. for collaborating to make this episode possible.Additional Links
Audio and Video | Professor J. Blaine Hudson
https://ket.org/program/living-the-story-the-rest-of-the-story/j-blaine-hudson/
https://ket.org/program/kentucky-beyond-the-color-line/https://www.gotolouisville.com/directory/uofl-civil-rights-trail/
https://louisville.edu/freedomparkhttps://blainehudson.wordpress.com/audio-and-video/
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Gerry Bradley was named Executive Vice President and University Provost in February after serving two separate interim appointments, and already he has developed an exciting vision for the academic growth of the university. In this episode, he shares his successes so far and what he's learned about UofL since his arrival in 2016 as Dean of the School of Dentistry. And he knows his work often happens behind the scenes with the result that members of the campus community may not know him yet, so he shares his personal story and a few things you may not know about him yet.
Click here for the transcript of this episode: https://tinyurl.com/employeesuccesspodcast
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In the last episode covering the Cardinal Principles, we talk with Avery Kolers about integrity and transparency. Dr. Kolers teaches students about integrity as chair of the Philosophy Department and was the recipient of the 2022 Cardinal Principles Champion award for Integrity and Transparency. Integrity is complex, he says, because it requires commitment to more than just personal values, but also that those values are aligned with the greater good.
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Tune in to a transformative episode as we welcome Dr. Zac Goldman to discuss the power of humanizing leadership and learning. Delve into strategies that prioritize empathy, inclusivity, and personal connection in leadership roles and educational settings. From fostering authentic relationships to embracing vulnerability, discover how human-centered approaches can revolutionize your leadership style and enhance learning experiences for all.
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Join us in this insightful episode with guest Dr. Brittany Wildman as we delve into the art of supervising student employees. Wildman draws from her experience managing the Student Activities Center and her doctoral research to explore strategies to help student employees effectively balance the academic pursuits with work responsibilities, fostering a supportive environment for growth and success. From time management tips to understanding student priorities, learn how to empower and guide student employees towards achieving their academic and professional goals.
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How do we create a campus community that upholds the dignity and humanity of every one of us? In this episode, we talk with Asma Addarrat-Edwards about respect and how we practice it in our daily interactions. Asma's work in Corporate and Foundation Relations and her identity as a Muslim person has given her a unique perspective on how we can learn treat each person with respect, regardless of their position or identity. Her thoughts and stories from her life and career will inspire you to make authentic respect and even bigger part of your own practice.Additional links:
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This year the Employee Success Center added a new team member and a new functionality to our offerings, a focus on career navigation for faculty and staff, that will support faculty and staff in 2024 and beyond. Mallory Newby will be leading the effort and, in this episode, she shares some of the ways that employees can start thinking about their next steps at UofL. Mallory is creating new tools and resources for career success and gives listeners a sneak peek at what's coming soon.
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When we say that our top priority is student success, a common refrain in higher education, what does that mean in terms of prioritizing faculty and staff success? This week's guest, Suhail Johnson of Texas Christian University, says the two are inextricably linked and that student success doesn't happen unless we invest first in employees. Johnson left her mark on UofL as a leader in residence life and has since shifted her focus to training and supporting faculty and staff, guided by her belief that one cannot be successful without the other.
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Gallup’s research on employee engagement includes a data point you might find surprising: Having a best friend at work is highly correlated with productivity, job satisfaction, and a sense of purpose. While many of us learned that we should keep our relationships strictly professional in the office, Gallup’s findings suggest that we are happier and more successful when we have someone who is personally there for us as a sounding board, reflective mirror, and supporter. Zach Greenwell and Olivia Biven, both from UofL Athletics, are best friends at work and in this episode they share what their friendship has meant to them in term of job success.
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To motivate employees and keep them engaged, it's crucial to acknowledge their efforts in a way that resonates with them. However, appreciation is subjective, and each person has their own preferences for how they give and receive it. Despite your best intentions, your employees may not feel valued if you're not speaking their language. Tune in to our latest episode, where we speak with Meagan West, one of our facilitators of the Workplace Appreciation Languages assessment in the Employee Success Center, to learn more about how to show appreciation in a meaningful way.
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It’s that time of year when we are thinking about staff performance evaluations at UofL, and while some of us dread doing them, the truth is a thoughtful performance evaluation can help employees soar. Guest Courtney Abboud shares some of her suggestions for turning evaluations into a year-round conversation about goals and career dreams, rather than a once-a-year burden. And she sees them as tools with great potential for increasing engagement and making sure that supervisors are coaching and advocating for their teams all along the way.
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We are starting Season 3 of the Employee Success Podcast with a look at the Cardinal Principle of Noble Purpose and offering some tips for making 2024 your best year of work yet. Guest Errol Wint shares his journey toward discovering his “why” and how defying conventional wisdom was a secret to unlocking his true purpose. Finding your “why” can make life more exciting, whether your purpose happens at work or if your job provides the resources for you to pursue it in other ways.
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All children are inherently creative, but somewhere along the way in adulthood we all start to lose a little of the courage and joy that once fueled our creativity. By the time we are in the midst of a professional career, we are often too risk-adverse to take the chances that come with creative expression. But Dr. Jabani Bennett says living a creative life is possible for all of us, and in fact often necessary for success at work. As a self-identified creative, she has taught others to rediscover their joy by looking at life through a creative lens. As a bonus to our chat in this episode, Jabani also shares how her stepfather, Dean Blaine Hudson, expressed his creativity and what his legacy as the Dean of Arts and Sciences at UofL means to all of us today.
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Maybe the most often cited of the eight Cardinal Principles is “community of care,” but what does it really mean? Dr. Douglas Craddock has been exploring that question in his role as Vice President for Community Engagement and as a busy faculty member. He says it starts with caring for self and realizing that the more we practice self care, the better able we are to be there for others. And once you’ve done that, Doug advocates for finding a need you are passion about, and jumping in to make a difference. Thankfully he and his team are there with some resources and suggestions for getting started.
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This week’s guest is Dr. Kevin McClure, whose research at the University of North Carolina-Wilmington illuminates the workplace challenges and opportunities that exist in higher education. His findings and social media presence have made him a popular and respected advocate for the folks who work at colleges and universities, and we couldn’t resist the chance to talk to him while he was visiting UofL doing research for his next book. In this episode, we talk about the origins of the ideal worker norm and how it gets perpetuated in higher education. Kevin explains how unrealistic norms affect the experiences of employees who are caregivers, disabled, chronically ill, and grieving. And also offer some solutions for leaders who want set policies and practices that work for real people.
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When Shirrod Le’Det learned he had been fired from his job with no warning, he thought he had experienced the worst career tragedy possible. But every setback is also a set up, he says, depending on your mindset. In this episode, we explore what happens when you hit bottom, how to get back up, and some of the strategies for turning failure into a new opportunity for growth.
Shirrod Le'Det Introduces the Now-to-Next Blueprint - Transforming Today’s Leaders for Tomorrow’s Business - US Business News
Building the Big Picture: Shirrod Le'Det's Vision of Transitioning, Leading, and Growing - CEO Weekly
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For decades, people have used the free speech zone at UofL to peddle hateful and triggering messages while the campus community grappled with the best way to respond. After messengers of hate came to campus again recently, we asked Professor JoAnne Sweeny to help us understand the boundaries of free speech and why it’s so difficult to sort through. What can we can do when we are confronted with messages that run counter to our Cardinal Principles and why don’t we just stop them from coming in the first place? The namesake of our Law School, Justice Brandeis, provides some answers to these challenging questions and illuminates why Freedom of Expression is a cherished societal value.
Resources:
The UofL statement on Free Speech: https://louisville.edu/freespeech
UofL Speech and Distribution of Literature Policy: https://louisville.edu/policies/policies-and-procedures/pageholder/pol-speech-and-distribution-of-literature
Campus Pride Guide on Handling Hate Preachers: https://www.campuspride.org/resources/how-to-handle-hate-preachers-on-campus/
Professor JoAnne Sweeny: https://louisville.edu/law/faculty-staff/faculty-directory/sweeny-joanne
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What do positive leaders do differently? In his work studying leadership, Dr. Ryan Quinn noticed that successful leaders are often break with conventions and exhibit virtues that transform those around them. And now through his work at the Center for Positive Leadership, he’s gathering virtue experts from the university and surrounding community to provide us with tools we can use to develop a stronger connection to the virtues and skills for applying them to the challenges we face. Tune in to our conversation and find out which virtue he’s working on at the moment!
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Join us for an authentic, personal exploration of faculty burnout with Dr. Cynthia Ganote, who shares her own experience in the academy and the lessons she learned as a result. The demands to constantly achieve higher and higher levels of perfection, coupled with the crippling exhaustion that results, make burnout a very real possibility. And staff aren’t exempt either. Dr. Ganote talks about how she identified burnout in her professional life, the radical steps she took to heal, and how she recovered through radical self-care. A critical two-part episode for anyone working in higher education. (part 2 of 2)
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