Dr Jessica Gallagher on the Beauty in Saying "Yes" (But Sometimes Saying "No" Strategically)

Without putting too finer point on it, Jessica Gallagher is one of the superstars of Australian higher education. Following her on LinkedIn is like following a tornado of positive energy, meaningful projects, impact and change.   Jessica is the Deputy Vice Chancellor of External Engagement at the University of Adelaide. However, over the years, she’s had roles straddling international education, partnerships, entrepreneurship, engagement, learning abroad and more.   This is a fantastic conversation that we really enjoyed – there are some incredible travel stories, but also unique insights into where Australian higher education (and international education) are heading.   We talk about: Jessica’s pathway into international education via an unconventional international study experience in Germany Cultural integration and multiculturalism The rebound of international education post-Covid (and what that’s meant for universities) The recovery of learning abroad programs post-covid How AI is impacting higher education Strategies for managing a busy schedule, including prompt email responses and relationship building. How to say “no” strategically, but the value of saying “yes” How to make “integration” into a superpower Removing friction, streamlining processes, and finding solutions collectively. Maintaining a positive outlook, gratitude for opportunities, and embracing self-initiative and responsibility in roles.   Find and follow Jessica on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-gallagher-760a4b52 This podcast is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Global Society⁠⁠⁠⁠, Australia's dedicated Learning Abroad support company. Support Global Horizons by hitting subscribe in your podcast app. ⁠⁠⁠Global Horizons⁠⁠⁠⁠ is Australia’s international education podcast where each episode is focused on the stories that make our industry great. Sometimes, those stories will be industry news and current affairs. Other times, we’ll dive into a guest's personal career and travel stories on the show. We’ll also have episodes dedicated to unpacking industry trends or helping you to understand the nuances of one of international education’s many specialisations, whether that’s learning abroad, international marketing, ELICOS, compliance and more – our goal is to unpack the knowledge, the stories and the impact of this wonderful industry. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.globalsociety.com.au