With 17 years of insider experience, I specialize in enhancing university operations and strategic planning through innovative, data-driven solutions. Receive succinct, powerful insights on using analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, increase ROI, and make informed strategic decisions. Ideal for C-suite aiming to do more with less and navigate the complexities of modern higher education.
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Hi there Reader, Hope this finds you thriving and ready to tackle the big stuff. Here are a few quick reads and resources for forward-thinking leaders in higher education. Hunt Antelope, Not Field Mice Sparked by Newt Gingrich's insights on strategic focus, this article is powerful recalibration of prioritization. For us in academia: Are we chasing monumental goals that shift paradigms, or getting sidetracked by minutiae? This read is a great reminder for anyone aiming to lead with impact over busywork. Read Tim’s insights here. Revolutionizing Post-Grad Outcomes with Data I’ve been meshing Chat GPT with Bureau of Labor Statistics and institutional data to supercharge how we approach post-graduate outcomes. Take a peek at how we’re making Outcomes data work smarter, not harder: See the breakthrough in action. How AI is Transforming Higher Ed Pedagogy From providing customized learning pathways that adapt to individual student needs to streamlining administrative tasks, AI is making education more effective and accessible. This insightful article discusses the significant benefits and addresses the challenges of integrating AI into educational systems, ensuring educators are equipped to enhance their teaching methods and engage students more profoundly. AI in Education. Getting More from Your Most Valuable Asset: People McKinsey’s latest sheds light on the moves that matter in talent management—vital for any institution focused on serious ROI from its human capital. Great reading/reminder for making informed, impactful decisions in talent strategy: Explore McKinsey’s findings. Stay sharp and let these insights fuel your next big move. As always, I'm here to chat through any of these ideas or to brainstorm ways to apply them to your unique challenges. Best, -Mike O’Connor O'Connor & Associates |
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With 17 years of insider experience, I specialize in enhancing university operations and strategic planning through innovative, data-driven solutions. Receive succinct, powerful insights on using analytics and artificial intelligence to streamline operations, increase ROI, and make informed strategic decisions. Ideal for C-suite aiming to do more with less and navigate the complexities of modern higher education.
Hi there Reader, I hope everything is going as well as possible... Writing again with a few updates at the fringes of innovation and education. What Evolving Consumer Trends Mean for Education Middle-income consumers are feeling the squeeze of inflation but continue to splurge on discretionary items, defying traditional spending habits. Older consumers are now more likely to switch brands, while young consumers in emerging markets prefer premium products. Relevance for Higher Ed: Adapting...
Hi there Reader, Diving into this week’s insights tailored for forward-thinking leaders in higher education… Lydia Winn on Transforming Admissions Insights from Lydia Winn, Head of Sales GTM Strategy at Empowerly, shares insights on re-thinking admissions. She emphasizes understanding holistic student profiles and recommends institutions provide detailed examples to demystify the process. (Note: Empowerly’s team-based approach offers elite admission guidance at a fraction of the cost). Watch...
Hi there Reader, Diving into this week's insights tailored for forward-thinking leaders in higher education... Higher Education Innovation Newsletter Federal Innovation Push Brings ‘Moment of Change’ for Community Colleges The NSF’s CHIPS and Science Act investment is revolutionizing community colleges by funding regional innovation engines to support emerging tech and workforce training. Initiatives like the Piedmont Triad Regenerative Medicine Engine exemplify how these investments create...