Mallory and Seth dive into the pressing issue of higher education's reputation for lagging behind other industries. They discuss why higher ed institutions often struggle with innovation and explore practical strategies for overcoming these challenges. Drawing insights from their experiences and industry trends, they highlight the importance of embracing technology, fostering a culture of change, and rethinking traditional structures to drive progress and ensure the sector's future relevance.

Key Takeaways

• Slow Pace of Change: Higher education institutions are often seen as slow to innovate due to traditional structures, long recruitment cycles, and a resistance to change.
• Cultural and Structural Barriers: Long-term staff, established bureaucracies, and misaligned incentives contribute to stagnation.
• Role of Technology: There's a critical need for higher ed to fully integrate and lead in technology adoption, from recruitment to the student experience.
• Product Evolution: Higher education must rethink its core offerings, moving beyond traditional degrees to modular, flexible learning opportunities.
• Talent Retention: Addressing talent churn and investing in professional development are crucial for fostering a dynamic and innovative workforce.
• Institutional Focus: Rebranding efforts should focus on individual institutions rather than the entire industry to drive meaningful change.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Mallory Willsea
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/
https://twitter.com/mallorywillsea

Seth Odell
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethodell/
https://twitter.com/sethodell

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