elizabeth odders-white

After more than 20 years in faculty and leadership roles at the University of Wisconsin, I felt called to something new.

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I was convinced I could have a significant impact on others who had chosen a career in higher education, and I knew that—for me—it wasn't going to manifest through the traditional faculty paths of research, teaching, and service. I realized that, perhaps paradoxically, leaving academia was the best way to effect the positive change I envisioned.

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So in 2017, I founded nodramaturg coaching & consulting to help clients in higher education—and beyond—thrive. I work with leaders, individuals, and groups to set goals consistent with their values, map out steps for moving forward, and generate evidence-based strategies for overcoming any obstacles. Above all, I help clients learn to trust themselves and their abilities, and to operate from a solid foundation of authenticity and confidence. I believe that my intimate familiarity with the complexities of an academic environment, coupled with my deep compassion and creativity, allow me to offer clients the particular encouragement and support they need to flourish.

I hope you'll join my quest to shift the academic culture one person at a time.

 

PS: This makes my professional path sound amazingly clear and smooth. It was neither. Please reach out to me if you'd like the longer version of the story or to explore the benefits of working together.