The SACSA Podcast FOSAS Summer Conversation - Strengthening Supervision: Prioritizing Supervision in Busy Times
Jul 4, 2025
Join Tony Cawthon, a faculty member at Clemson University and advocate for effective supervision in student affairs, along with his colleagues from the Future of Student Affairs Summit. They dive into the complexities of supervisory challenges, emphasizing the importance of empathy and communication. Highlighting innovative evaluation tools, they discuss the shift towards supportive coaching rather than critical evaluation. The conversation also explores the art of supervision in busy work environments, focusing on emotional intelligence and the significance of trust in enhancing job satisfaction.
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Supervision Is Complex and Crucial
- Supervision is a complex ongoing problem affecting staff retention significantly. - It's often deprioritized during busy times though critical for workplace well-being.
Implement 360 Eval for Supervision
- Use a 360 evaluation tool focused on supervision for ongoing feedback and growth. - Repeat this process every few years for continual supervisor development.
Supervision vs Management Differences
- Supervision differs from management by focusing on relationships rather than just tasks. - Management sets vision, while supervision centers human connection and trust.
