I’ve written quite a bit about burnout in these pages—here, here, and here, for example. It’s important for leaders who work directly with faculty and other leaders to be able to recognize the signs of burnout and interact compassionately with those they lead to address symptoms and challenges of this institutional problem, which results from unrelenting organizational stress.
Ted Lasso’s Playbook for Academic Leadership: Rethinking Performance Reviews
The Emmy-winning Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso (2020–) has captured hearts with its charm, but it also offered a masterclass in leadership. Ted’s approach—rooted in humility, emotional intelligence, and belief
Deborah Erickson and Katie Fischer
August 4, 2025
