Weekly Wisdom 11/1/21 - Becky Johnson

Bridget Burns, Executive Director of the University Innovation Alliance, and Doug Lederman, Editor and Co-Founder of Inside Higher Ed, speak with Dr. Becky Johnson, Interim President of Oregon State University. She talks about effectively assuming a leadership role during a pandemic, not being driven by worst-case scenarios, and keeping an eye on the future while handling the current situation. Topics include:

• The value of staying calm and thinking instead of instantly reacting
• Assessing situations and concerns to better address the realities of the moment
• Projecting confidence and ensuring continuity
• Staying focused on the push for equity in higher ed
• Building an effective team and guiding future leaders toward their ideal roles