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Purposeful Leadership: Robbie Campbell Lissade • Career Conversations • Episode 210

Purposeful Leadership: Robbie Campbell Lissade

In this episode of NACUBO’s Career Conversations podcast, host Christine Simone sits down with Robbie Campbell Lissade, the director of budget and finance at Rutgers University-Newark in Newark, New Jersey. Campbell Lissade shares her inspiring journey from corporate accounting to higher education, discussing the challenges she faced and the mentors who helped shape her leadership philosophy.

Key Takeaways:

  • Finding purpose in higher education
  • Leadership lessons from NACUBO’s Emerging Leadership Program
  • Effective communication across campus ecosystems
  • Authentic leadership and the power of mentorship

Throughout the conversation, Campbell Lissade emphasizes the importance of clear communication across different campus ecosystems, ensuring that financial language is consistent and understandable to all stakeholders. She highlights the value of data-driven tools like the funding matrix and data dictionary in making informed decisions and aligning resources with strategic priorities.

Campbell Lissade’s leadership philosophy centers on authenticity, embracing mistakes, and continually learning from others. She credits strong female mentors for playing a crucial role in her career growth, providing guidance, support, and opportunities to step outside her comfort zone.

Listeners will appreciate Campbell Lissade’s reminder to prioritize self-care, take breaks, and have fun while staying true to their values and the values of their institution. Her passion for her work and commitment to student success shine through, making this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and guidance in their higher education career.

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Insights and advice for business professionals new to higher education.

On Career Conversations, NACUBO’s Christine Simone sits down with higher education professionals to discuss their personal experiences, including successes and challenges of all kinds. They’ll offer career advice and insights as well as nuggets of wisdom for business professionals new to higher education.

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