The Made For More Podcast
The Made For More Podcast
Ally Nitschke
072: The Role of Transformational Leadership in Academic Institutions with Professor Jennie Shaw
36 minutes Posted Jun 12, 2023 at 9:30 pm.
Leadership means many things in academia. The good news is that with all the changes happening in the world, it’s an exciting time to be in higher education. The not-so-good news is that leadership in academia poses ethical and structural challenges that require a special set of capabilities.In this episode, I got to interview Professor Jennie Shaw, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of Academics at The University of Adelaide. I had an absolute blast speaking with Professor Shaw about her unique takes on leadership in the world of academia. Tune in to learn more about leadership styles in academia, why Australians are no longer going to university, and some intriguing thoughts on personal leadership. Let’s go! Topics We Discussed Include:Introduction
Getting to know Jennie Shaw
How Jennie successfully balances careers in art and law
The future of equity and fairness in Australia
Reasons why fewer Australians are going to university
Why the idea around careers is shifting among Australian youth
How to take on a new skill without disrupting your current life
The evolution of Jennie’s leadership
Jennie’s thoughts on personal leadership
Learning to become an adaptable leader
Taking time off after a hectic 2022
Top 5 tips for leaders and upcoming leaders
Parting thoughts
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Leadership means many things in academia. The good news is that with all the changes happening in the world, it’s an exciting time to be in higher education. The not-so-good news is that leadership in academia poses ethical and structural challenges that require a special set of capabilities.In this episode, I got to interview Professor Jennie Shaw, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of Academics at The University of Adelaide. I had an absolute blast speaking with Professor Shaw about her unique takes on leadership in the world of academia. Tune in to learn more about leadership styles in academia, why Australians are no longer going to university, and some intriguing thoughts on personal leadership. Let’s go! Topics We Discussed Include:Introduction (00:00)Getting to know Jennie Shaw (01:55)How Jennie successfully balances careers in art and law (03:50)The future of equity and fairness in Australia (06:07)Reasons why fewer Australians are going to university (08:58)Why the idea around careers is shifting among Australian youth (12:50)How to take on a new skill without disrupting your current life (16:50)The evolution of Jennie’s leadership (18:40)Jennie’s thoughts on personal leadership (21:03)Learning to become an adaptable leader (23:45)Taking time off after a hectic 2022 (26:33)Top 5 tips for leaders and upcoming leaders (28:10)Parting thoughts (34:56)Links and Resources:Jennie’s LinkedInConnect With Ally NitschkeMadeformore.com.auConnect with me on LinkedInConnect with me on Instagram and FacebookSubscribe to my YouTube channelGet our Courageous Conversations Guide