About the Episode
About the Episode:
Live at the NAGAP GEM Summit, Mallory sits down with Ryan, Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management at the University at Buffalo's Graduate School of Education. Ryan shares his experiences and challenges of being a millennial manager, especially navigating the abrupt transition to remote work at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses his approach to leadership, emphasizing flexibility, servant leadership, and the importance of balancing work life with personal life to empower his team.
Key Takeaways:
- Adapting to Change: Ryan was thrust into remote management just days after starting his role, highlighting the importance of adaptability in leadership.
- Servant Leadership: Focus on prioritizing people over processes to foster a supportive team environment.
- Professional Growth: Encourages continuous learning and professional development outside traditional academic resources.
- Empowering Flexibility: Implements a hybrid work model to accommodate different working styles and life commitments, demonstrating trust and respect for team autonomy.
- Community and Connection: Underlines the importance of creating connection points for teams, even in remote settings.
- Balancing Roles: Ryan shares personal anecdotes to model work-life balance, encouraging his team to manage work without sacrificing personal responsibilities.
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Mallory Willsea
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