It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, President Series #366, (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. Matt VandenBerg, President, Ohio Wesleyan University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is Ohio Wesleyan leading with boldness & kindness in today's higher education landscape?
• Why does OWU intentionally keep all incoming students undeclared on their major?
• What makes Delaware County, Ohio the perfect location for a liberal arts institution?
• How does a president from an advancement background bring fresh perspectives to leadership?
• Why is college a transition rather than just a transaction?

Topics include:

• Breaking free from higher education clichés to create authentic experiences
• Viewing college as an 80-year investment, not just a 4-year commitment
• Developing "power skills" that transcend specific majors or career paths
• Creating momentum through bold initiatives & community partnerships
• Balancing institutional growth with student-centered approaches
• Reaching record enrollment & retention through distinctive value propositions

For #EdUp subscribers only via the extended conversation:

• Challenging the "3-year rule" for creating meaningful institutional change
• Manufacturing urgency to drive transformation in higher education
• Implementing bold initiatives like the Delaware County Promise for tuition-free education
• Creating comprehensive partnerships with HBCUs & community colleges
• Launching Ohio's largest business plan competition
• Transforming institutional culture through early, decisive leadership actions

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We make education YOUR business!

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. Danny Brassell, Co-Founder, The WellCrafted Workshop

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Jodi Blinco

• How can you transform your personal experiences into powerful business stories?
• Why is clarity the essential first step in crafting an effective presentation?
• How does focusing on service rather than selling build stronger connections?
• What role do the "Five Cs" play in creating presentations that inspire action?
• Why must speakers address both the "Joe Fridays" & "Julia Roberts" in your audience?

Topics include:

• Creating authentic connections through vulnerability
• The power of starting with clarity about your audience & problem
• Transforming failures into relatable stories that build trust
• The Home Depot approach: offering both short-term & long-term solutions
• Supporting audiences through practical strategies & positive messaging

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We make education YOUR business!

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, President Series #365, (Powered By ⁠⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠⁠), & brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Dr. Richard J. Bailey, Jr., President, Southern Oregon University

YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

• How is SOU navigating challenges in today's higher education landscape?
• What makes Ashland, Oregon "the coziest college town in America"?
• How does SOU balance growth with providing quality education?
• What strategies help retain students facing social & emotional wellness challenges?
• How is SOU implementing an accountability mindset across campus?

Topics include:

• Creating a nimble, creative & collaborative university for the future
• Finding the "sweet spot" as a regional public university of 5,300 students
• Balancing innovation with accountability through the "five questions" approach
• Recovering from significant financial challenges
• Adapting to AI & changing student learning patterns
• Fostering a campus culture centered on personalized attention & love

For #EdUp subscribers only via the extended conversation:

• Implementing an accountability mindset in higher education
• Building sustainable financial practices after crisis response
• Creating transparent processes for new investments
• Establishing cultural touchstones for institutional accountability
• Learning from difficult decisions to prevent future challenges
• Setting the stage for long-term institutional success

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We make education YOUR business!