Advice & News

Ask the Expert featuring Kathleen Hermacinski

Ask the Expert Can Reaching Out to a Predecessor Help or Hurt Your Job Search? January 8, 2026

In this Ask the Expert episode, Kathleen Hermacinski discusses when reaching out to a predecessor may be helpful, the potential risks involved, and how job seekers can approach these conversations while still maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries.

image of hand holding wooden triangle. Work life balance concept

Ask the Expert Is It Possible To Assess Work-Life Balance Before You’re Hired? December 4, 2025

In this Ask the Expert episode, Kathleen Hermacinski shares why she prefers the idea of work-life "harmony" over "balance" and explains how candidates can use targeted questions, nonverbal cues, and the hiring process itself to understand what an institution's work-life expectations truly look like.

'HR' block piece pulled out from under other other blocks

Ask the Expert The HR Sounding Board: Finding Support When You’re the Support System November 19, 2025

In this Ask the Expert episode, Kathleen Hermacinski discusses how HR professionals can build effective sounding boards even when they are the campus go-to. She shares strategies for internal team structure, cross-campus partnerships, confidentiality, and the value of national networks in reducing isolation and strengthening decision-making.

Ask the Expert Is LinkedIn’s ‘Open to Work’ Label Helpful or Harmful? September 24, 2025

LinkedIn's "open to work" label can be a powerful tool for connecting with recruiters and building your network. In this episode, our experts share when the banner is most effective, what perceptions to keep in mind, and how to use it strategically to support your career goals.

Hand handing an envelope marked 'resignation' to another hand

Ask the Expert How Can You Resign Without Sharing Your Next Steps? August 27, 2025

Resigning doesn't necessarily mean that you have to reveal every detail about your future. This podcast episode explores how to keep your departure professional, protect important relationships, and maintain privacy while moving into your next chapter.

Red caution symbol under a magnifiying glass

Ask the Expert What Red Flags Should I Look for From Prospective Employers? February 20, 2025

Ever wondered what red flags to watch for from employers during an interview? HR expert Kathleen Hermacinski weighs in on this topic during a new Ask the Expert episode of the HigherEdJobs Podcast.

Ask the Expert Human Resources Careers: What Beginners Should Know January 29, 2025

On a recent episode of the HigherEdJobs Podcast, human resources (HR) expert Kathleen Hermacinski answered a listener question about do's and don'ts when starting a career in higher ed HR.

Illustration of man and woman standing on money shaking hands

Ask the Expert How-Tos on Salary Negotiations During a Job Search October 25, 2024

Kathleen Hermacinski and Matt Trainum discuss listeners' questions on salary negotiations during a job search.

Ask the Expert What Job Seekers Should Know About Higher Ed Staff and Faculty Recruitment September 18, 2024

Kathleen Hermacinski and Matt Trainum field questions from our listeners on recruiters and the recruiting process.

9 RESULTS FOR: Kathleen Hermacinski

Trending Advice & News

Stay Updated!