Episode 30: Robert Yawson- From Science to Strategy, Solving Wicked Problems

In the 30th episode of Who Are You?, Robert Yawson, Professor of Management at Quinnipiac University, shares: 🔬 His journey from science to business 👨🏾‍🎓 The importance of teaching students to be lifelong learners ✏️ Why professors should be facilitators, not sages 👩🏼‍💻 Preparing students for jobs that don’t yet exist Whether you're a student, educator, or business professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into the future of business education and the evolving role of leadership. Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac’s Business Programs Quinnipiac’s International Business Program Quinnipiac’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program Quinnipiac’s Master's in Organizational Leadership Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Robert Yawson Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS 00:00 Who is Robert Yawson? 02:55 Changing from biochemistry to business 05:52 Background on the Entrepreneurship, International Business, and Strategy programs 06:53 Background on Quinnipiac's Masters in Organizational Leadership Program 08:03 How Robert takes his life experiences and informs him in his interactions with students 09:32 Importance of Building Connections among students online in Quinnipiac's Masters in Organizational Leadership Program 10:36 Robert's research focus 12:29 Importance of preparing students for their future and careers that don't yet exist 13:08 Advice for students trying to prepare for careers of the future