Key themes of episode 3 of this podcast series include learning to lead calmly, building peer networks, confronting imposter syndrome, navigating dual academic–professional identities, cultural adaptation and the value of “third-space” leadership.
Dr Christopher D. Lewis is Associate Dean (Education) and Associate Professor (Educational Leadership) at Buckinghamshire New Universityand Hayley Burns, Deputy Dean for the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science at the University of South Wales explore strategic leadership development within higher education.
Both reflect on their journeys through Advance HE’s Strategic Leadership Programme, emphasising balance between strategic and operational priorities, authenticity and confidence amid rapid sectoral change. Christopher highlights learning to lead calmly, building peer networks and confronting imposter syndrome, while Hayley discusses navigating dual academic–professional identities, cultural adaptation and the value of “third-space” leadership.
Together they champion reflective, courageous and collaborative leadership as essential to sustaining quality and transformation in universities.
You can listen to the episode below or search for ‘Advance HE’ wherever you get your podcasts.
