27. Moving Out to Move Up

This chapter discusses the timing and processes of assuming a more advanced leadership role. Personal and leadership growth are ongoing investments and one should look for clues within oneself and from others to determine readiness to pursue a different role. Mentors and networking play pivotal roles in career development and identification of potential career growth opportunities. Sometimes leadership opportunities may be within your existing institution. Often, an opportunity is found at another institution and one participates as a candidate in a search process. Regardless of whether you ultimately secure the new position, sincerely participating as candidate can be a growth opportunity. Once a position is landed, timing of the move is important as are first impressions a new leader brings to a new institution.