The alternative to negative academic leadership is a style that is essentially positive, taking its cues from the movement known as positive psychology. Rather than devoting all of one’s attention to solving problems, it emphasizes strengthening what’s working well. This book gives academic leaders new insights and practical tools, as well as language and strategies, for fostering a more constructive leadership style that plays to the strengths rather than the weaknesses of their institutions. Read Chapter 1 from this valuable guide now. More.

In The Department Chair journal you’ll find such informative articles as “Work and Family Integration: Recommendations for Chairs” by Lisa Wolf-Wendel and Kelly Ward. Chairs will learn of the key role they play in helping faculty navigate the work and family terrain. Read the article from the spring 2013 issue now. More.

Our popular online seminars are back for spring 2013. Choose from ten essential topics designed specifically for department chairs: understanding your role, budgeting and resource management, managing your time and stress, creating a harmonious department, conducting fair faculty evaluations, avoiding legal problems, fundraising for chairs and deans, improving relationships and building trust, thriving in times of change, and developing successful working relationships. More.

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