Are You Ready to Be a President? Presented by Brenda Beckman Senior Consultant, League for Innovation beckman@league.org

Readiness Considerations Education Experience Psychological readiness Philosophical readiness Understanding of the position American Association of Community Colleges Annual Convention, April 9-12, 2011, New Orleans

Personal Factors Health and energy level Personality and style Marriage or partner relationship Children Parents or other family members American Association of Community Colleges Annual Convention, April 9-12, 2011, New Orleans

Leadership Skill Development Higher education programs Conferences and publications Interviews Practicum or temporary assignment Specialized institutes American Association of Community Colleges

What Would You Bring to the Job Track record of achievement Recognition as a leader Strong areas of expertise needed at college Breadth of experience High level communications skills Interpersonal skills American Association of Community Colleges

American Association of Community Colleges The Mindset Vertical to horizontal Silo/unit focus to institutional/service area view Doer to leader Delegation and trust Rise above the details but checking often Leadership vocabulary Big picture thinking American Association of Community Colleges

Realistic Abilities Assessment Aras of Experiential strength Experiential gaps Personal strengths Personal weaknesses Ability to make and live with tough decisions American Association of Community Colleges

What Kind of Presidency? Urban, suburban, rural Single college, multi-campus, or multi-college Reporting to board Reporting to president Reporting to chancellor American Association of Community Colleges

American Association of Community Colleges Opportunities and Fit Type of institution Geographic location and culture Institutional climate Housing availability and cost Family fit: schools, religious institutions, medical services, recreational access Timing American Association of Community Colleges