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Student-Centric Leadership: Kelly Broughton

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In this episode, Christine Simone chats with Kelly Broughton, director of operational purchasing and travel at Ohio University's Business Service Center in Athens, Ohio. Broughton shares her unique career journey transitioning from library sciences to higher ed finance and administration. Broughton discusses how transferable skills such as customer service, process improvement, and research abilities were key to her successful transition. Her PhD in higher education provided a holistic understanding of the industry, which she applies daily. Broughton also shares insights from her dissertation on students' sense of belonging in study spaces and its relevance to space planning. Broughton’s leadership philosophy centers on mutual respect, assuming positive intent, and focusing on advancing the university's mission. Her advice for career transitions is to examine your motivations and make sure you're moving toward a desired opportunity. Key Takeaways:
  • Leverage transferable skills when changing fields
  • Understand student perspectives for effective planning
  • Connect your work to educating students for meaning & motivation
In this insightful conversation, Broughton shares valuable advice for anyone considering a career transition within higher education or aiming to make a positive impact in an administrative role. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Broughton’s leadership philosophy, vision for leaving a meaningful legacy, and experiences successfully navigating a major career shift. Links
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In this episode, Christine Simone chats with Kelly Broughton, director of operational purchasing and travel at Ohio University's Business Service Center in Athens, Ohio. Broughton shares her unique career journey transitioning from library sciences to higher ed finance and administration. Broughton discusses how transferable skills such as customer service, process improvement, and research abilities were key to her successful transition. Her PhD in higher education provided a holistic understanding of the industry, which she applies daily. Broughton also shares insights from her dissertation on students' sense of belonging in study spaces and its relevance to space planning. Broughton’s leadership philosophy centers on mutual respect, assuming positive intent, and focusing on advancing the university's mission. Her advice for career transitions is to examine your motivations and make sure you're moving toward a desired opportunity. Key Takeaways:
  • Leverage transferable skills when changing fields
  • Understand student perspectives for effective planning
  • Connect your work to educating students for meaning & motivation
In this insightful conversation, Broughton shares valuable advice for anyone considering a career transition within higher education or aiming to make a positive impact in an administrative role. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Broughton’s leadership philosophy, vision for leaving a meaningful legacy, and experiences successfully navigating a major career shift. Links
  continue reading

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