The World of Work Will Never Be The Same...


Guten Tag Reader,

Diving into this week’s insights tailored for forward-thinking leaders in higher education...


What New Grads Can Expect When They Enter the Workforce

New grads are hanging up their caps, gowns, and stoles, and preparing to enter the world of work—yet it looks quite different than it did a few years ago.

As AI and automation intensify shifts, some jobs will be lost, many others will be created, but almost all will change.

👉 Explore the insights


Making Sense of IPEDS + Outcomes Data + Labor Projections with Chat GPT

A recent project is uncovering intriguing connections between academic majors, occupational demand, wage projections, and enrollment trends.

By leveraging Chat GPT w faculty budget lines and investments, we aim to help improve resource allocation, strategic planning, and admissions strategies.

See a simplified version of our methodology.


Who Runs the Best U.S. Schools? It May Be the Defense Department

Schools for children of military members achieve results rarely seen in public education.

This article explores how the Defense Department’s schools outperform their public counterparts and what lessons can be learned.

👉 Read the article


A Tool My Silicon Valley Friends Love.... Coda Brain: Your Team’s Favorite Know-It-All

Coda is launching a turnkey AI platform, designed to help teams spend less time hunting for information and more time putting data to work.

Coda Brain integrates seamlessly with institutional data, providing secure and comprehensive insights.

👉 Learn more about Coda Brain


Stay agile, friend.

-Mike O’Connor

O'Connor & Associates

P.S. Ready for a deeper dive? Let’s chat about how we can tailor custom data and tech solutions for your institution.

👉 Let's Chat

unsubscribe here.

Hi, I'm Mike!

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.

Read more from Hi, I'm Mike!
O'Connor & Associates Logo

Hi there Reader, In this edition, I’ve gathered insights on leadership, marketing optimization, and the enrollment shifts that are coming our way. Here’s a look at what’s caught my attention this week. 1. Data-Driven Leadership: Key Takeaways from Jason Morrison, President of Trinity Valley Community College In my recent conversation with Jason Morrison, we discussed the evolving role of leadership in community colleges. Here are the top takeaways: Adaptability: Leaders must be flexible and...

O'Connor & Associates Logo

Greetings, Reader, Higher education continues to be at an inflection point. This week, we're diving into some of the most compelling ideas reshaping the field, including: Changing workforce needs 2nd/3rd order effects of Technological disruption Shifting expectations of students, faculty, and society. Stop Emailing and Start Aligning: Leadership Lessons from Brendan Kelly What’s the real job of education? For Brendan Kelly, President of the Arkansas State University System, it’s about...

O'Connor and Associates

Hi there Reader, This week’s newsletter dives into themes shaping the future of our institutions: Staying true to your mission Small yet powerful productivity shifts, and Private equity's increasing influence in education Ferraris vs. Toyotas, and the Future of Education What makes a university stand out in today’s crowded education market? According to Nuno Fernandes, President of American Public University System (APUS), it’s not about trying to be everything to everyone. In our recent...