My first weeks as a dean were exciting, confusing, and a bit intimidating, as I imagine most people’s are. As the dean and director of education at a small, vocationally oriented college, I knew I could draw on my experiences to help me succeed in the job. Deciding what sort of dean I was destined to be, however, was more challenging.
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The Emmy-winning Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso (2020–) has captured hearts with its wholesome optimism, leadership wisdom, and unwavering belief in people. The coaching philosophy that Ted (Jason Sudeikis) embodies,
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