Watch a compelling talk by Michael J. Sorrell, President of Paul Quinn College, as he addresses the 2017 American Express Leadership Academy 2.0 Fellowship Cohort at the Aspen Institute. Discover how Sorrell transformed Paul Quinn College into one of America's most innovative small colleges, focusing on academic rigor, experiential learning, and entrepreneurship. Learn about values-based leadership and its role in driving success. Gain insights into Sorrell's personal journey, his decision to take on the presidency, and the challenges he faced. Explore the Core Nine principles of leadership, the importance of selflessness, and the power of effective communication. Understand how to inspire others, make difficult decisions, and build resilience. Reflect on the impact of poverty and the responsibility of leaders to address societal issues. Benefit from Sorrell's personal anecdotes and lessons learned throughout his career, including the influence of his parents and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.
Leadership and Innovation in Higher Education - Michael J. Sorrell's Transformation of Paul Quinn College
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Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Dont be passive participants
How did you become a college president
Why did you take the job
Why Paul Quinn College
Taking the job
Who is Michael J Sorrell today
Who thought taking this job was a good idea
America fulfilled its promise to you
You dont deserve people who advocate for you
We need people to lead
Dream big
People laughed
The path back
How you handle people
How do you get there
Is it always a good man
What are your values
Be selfless
Build a monument to yourself
Communicate the fundamental principles of leadership
The Core Nine
Actions speak volumes
Leadership is a trust compact
People went because they believed
You dont disavow David Duke
You should believe them right now
You do listen
Values
Make the right decision
Build a school
Speak up
Use your voice
Poverty is evil
We want poverty to be framed
Can you inspire people
You dont build monuments to yourself
We instill resilience
Youre not here because you belong
Dont let a stumble become a fall
The greatest lesson I was taught
Im still in attack mode
I met your mother
Save your presidency
Make the mistake of thinking
Just one thing
You dont fit
I remember one day
My mother came to visit
What Ill never forget
Im a really confident person
What my mother did was
this just continuing along
what would argue that
life that matters
my father
my dad
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
