Hello Reader, Dear friends, In this week’s episode of The Mindful Academy, I sit down with coach and creative advocate Chris Mitchell to explore what it means to sustain a vibrant creative practice—especially when it competes with the demands of academic or institutional work. Chris shares insights from her own career path—from art school to running a family business to supporting artists with professional development—and how her coaching practice helps creatives develop structure within...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, We’re thrilled to bring you another insightful episode featuring Lisa Monroe, an academic publication consultant who helps scholars refine their writing and get published. In this episode, Lisa and Jennifer break down the art of argumentation, the hurdles of the publication process, and how structural inequities shape access to academic success. Lisa also shares strategies for building confidence in academic writing, approaching journal editors, and navigating reviewer feedback...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, This week on The Mindful Academy, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Anna Clemens, founder of the Researchers’ Writing Academy—and someone who is truly changing the game when it comes to how academics write and publish. Anna’s story is refreshingly real. Like so many of us, she hit walls in grad school—but writing became her joyful space. That love of writing, paired with her drive for clarity and structure, led her to create a powerful and supportive writing framework for...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, A new episode of the Mindful Academy podcast is now available! This episode features a conversation with Jennifer Van Alstyne, an expert who helps professors and researchers transform their online presence.Have you ever felt like academic websites all look the same? Or struggled with how to share your work online in a way that feels authentic? Jennifer Van Alstyne addresses these questions and more. She shares her journey of helping academics move beyond the standard CV-style...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Say Goodbye to Boring Meetings – Find Joy & Purpose in Every Gathering! Tired of meetings that feel like a waste of time? You’re not alone! In our latest episode of The Mindful Academy Podcast, we sit down with Carol Chabries to explore how to make meetings more engaging, purposeful, and even joyful! Carole introduces her innovative 'Roll Call' card deck, a tool designed to transform gatherings from mundane to meaningful. We discuss the power of intentional design, relational...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Is your academic career feeling like a runaway train? 🚂 In our latest episode of the Mindful Academy Podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Pope-Ruark, author of Unraveling Faculty Burnout, to explore how appreciative inquiry can help faculty reclaim agency, build resilience, and create meaningful change in higher ed. Rebecca shares her insights on faculty well-being, career coaching, and the power of shifting from problem-solving to possibility. Don’t miss this insightful...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Still thinking about IMPACT 2025? This is your last chance to register. Faculty who attended IMPACT 2024 walked away with real strategies that made a difference. If you’ve been feeling stuck, stretched too thin, or ready for a fresh perspective, these three workshops will help you make meaningful progress. 📅 February 11, 2025⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM CT💻 Live + 6 months of recordings🎟 $49 If you’ve been meaning to sign up but life has been busy, take a minute and do it now. Here's the door...
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, In just one week, we’re gathering for IMPACT 2025—a space to step back, refocus, and move forward with clarity. 📅 February 11, 2025⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM CT💻 Live + 6 months of recordings🎟 $49 If you’ve been meaning to register but haven’t gotten around to it, now’s the time. 🔗 Save your spot! Already signed up? Why not bring a friend? Forward this to a colleague you love learning with. See you soon! Until next time,Jennifer
7 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, If you’ve been thinking about IMPACT 2025 but haven’t grabbed your ticket yet, you might be wondering… 🔹Is this for me? If you work in academic affairs—at any level—you belong here. Whether you’re adjunct, instructional, NTT, post-doc, or somewhere in between, you’ll get practical strategies you can use right away. 🔹 What if I can’t attend live? You’ll have six months of access to all the recordings. Whether you can attend part of it, none of it, or just want to revisit the...
7 months ago • 1 min read