People often enter academia full of wide-eyed wonder. They love their content area and want to devote their professional lives to contributing knowledge to the field and imparting it to others. As time goes on, some of the wonder begins to fade as people, especially women, encounter unforeseen roadblocks and obstacles along the way.
The pressures in higher education come from a variety of sources and sometimes sneak up seemingly out of nowhere. Careers in higher education are wrought with potential pitfalls and landmines that can cause significant damage. This is why it is so important to have a career coach specifically knowledgeable of how things work in higher education to help you navigate the journey and set you up for success.
Are you:
- Interested in a career in higher education?
- A woman who already works in the field who is looking to climb the ladder?
Working with a career coach can help you get your foot in the door or advance your career.
Women in academia face unique challenges. The academy is typically male dominated. It is no secret that there are not many women who climb to high-ranking levels within universities. Sexism can exist overtly or in more subtle ways, but a career coach can help you speak up for yourself, make your voice heard, and earn a seat at the table.
Some women equality efforts are underway at universities, but unfortunately sometimes they are more of a publicity stunt than a true desire to help women succeed in careers in academia. If you are seeking to enter the work world of higher education or are looking for a new job at an institution of higher education, a career coach can help you navigate the landscape and work to get your contributions noticed. Instead of meeting a quota pertaining to women’s contribution to the field, your work can instead be viewed as the quality contribution it is.
It is unfortunate that in the 21st century, women’s contribution to higher education is still being ignored. Women have done some remarkable work in their fields and should receive the prominent recognition earned. Learning how to speak up for yourself and advocate for your work are key skills to help you be successful in your career, especially when women equality is not always present. Working with a career coach can help you learn how to confidently represent yourself and your work, while navigating the current realities of working in institutions of higher education. If you are just starting out or are still in the career exploration process, coaching can help you shorten the learning curve. Learning from others who have gone before you is a powerful way to avoid making unnecessary mistakes yourself.
Learn how to get your voice heard, have your achievements recognized, and earn a seat at the table for the career you desire in higher education.
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Careers in higher education can be challenging. Women in academia face a unique set of challenges. Are you up for the task?