#8 Captain to Coach - Kristen Partridge's Journey in Higher Education

Join us on this episode of Howdy Do That as we sit down with Kristen Partridge, a leader in higher education and student affairs.. KP shares her journey and offers valuable advice on finding mentorship, evaluating career opportunities, and building lasting relationships. We also delve into the importance of finding work that aligns with your values and goals, and the value of being adaptable and open to growth in new roles. KP offers her perspective on who should consider a career in higher education, and shares a helpful tool for assessing life satisfaction levels. Tune in to this episode to get an inside look at the exciting world of higher education with Kristen Partridge, and learn how to navigate the challenges and opportunities it presents. 7:19 - Falling in Love with Education 10:21 - Student Affairs as a Profession 13:40 - “Knock on the Door” and Advice on Mentorship 20:41 - On Finding the Right Imperfect Job 30:11 - Growing and Adapting to New Roles in Student Affairs 37:06 - Who Should Consider a Career in Higher Education 41:42 - Tool for Assessing Life Satisfaction Levels 48:07 - On Being a Chaos Slayer and New Side Quest s 52:15 - Advice on Building Relationships and Community