Your Strategist Is In with Dr. Loren M. Hill

Dr. Loren M. Hill
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Hosted by Loren M. Hill, founder of The Acclivity, The Strategist Is In podcast offers clear, candid perspective on the complex realities of working in higher education today. From navigating institutional change to advancing equity and leading with intention, each episode speaks to professionals across the academic spectrum — faculty, staff, and administrators alike. Real conversations about leadership, purpose, and success in Higher Ed.  Smart, grounded insight for all the people who move institutions forward.

  1. DEC 15

    December’s Work: Choosing What Stays

    In this episode of Your Strategist Is In, Dr. Loren M. Hill continues the three-part end-of-year arc by naming December’s quiet but critical leadership work: discernment. As higher education remains unstable and expectations continue to shift, this episode invites you to slow down and ask a single guiding question: What am I choosing to carry forward? Through reflection, metaphor, and real-world examples from across higher education, Dr. Hill explores how discernment differs from clarity, why not all labor is meant to cross seasons, and how intentional choice becomes an act of leadership — not withdrawal. This episode is for faculty, administrators, staff, and academic leaders who feel the weight of what they’ve been holding and are ready to choose what truly belongs in the next season. 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱): https://theacclivity.com/ChoosingWhatStays_ReflectionGuide Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    25 min

  2. NOV 15

    What Still Counts? | Navigating Ambiguity in Higher Ed

    In a year marked by shifting metrics, institutional turbulence, and the evolving landscape of higher education, resilient leadership requires something far deeper than steadiness — it calls for clarity, groundedness, and self-honesty. In this reflective November episode, Dr. Loren M. Hill guides you through the quiet work of noticing: noticing what’s fading, what’s evolving, and what no longer belongs to you. Through the Healing-Centered Leadership lens, she offers tools, questions, and reframes to help you understand your current season of meaning-making. This is the work of November: not fixing, not releasing — noticing. Tune in as we prepare for December’s work of choosing what stays, what goes, and what deserves to cross the threshold into a new year. 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱): https://theacclivity.com/WhatStillCounts_ReflectionGuide Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    24 min

  3. OCT 20

    What Resilient Leadership Looks Like Now

    In this episode, I share a reflection on what it means to lead with courage, care, and clarity in higher education today. As founder of Acclivity and proud speaker at The Gathering 2025, I explore how resilient leadership isn’t about being unshakable—it’s about being honest, grounded, and transparent, especially when systems are under pressure. Through my Healing-Centered Leadership Compass, I introduce four domains that help leaders navigate misalignment, burnout, and institutional fatigue: Self-Awareness – understanding what we carry and how we lead from it.Relational Accountability – building trust beyond compliance.Institutional Integrity – aligning our actions with our stated values.Social Responsibility – leading with systems awareness and care.I also preview my upcoming sessions at The Gathering 2025, including a solo workshop on academic leadership and a joint presentation with Dr. NaTasha Jordan on bridging healing-centered leadership with high-touch excellence models. Because leadership doesn’t live in silos—it lives in relationships. And in this moment of chronic disruption, we’re called not to be perfect, but to be present. 🎧 Listen now to explore how healing-centered leadership can help you stay aligned, adaptive, and anchored in purpose. Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    5 min

  4. OCT 15

    Haunted, Rebellious, Free — The Season of Letting Go

    We often talk about the weight of failure—but not the weight of praise. Sometimes, the very things we’re celebrated for become the ghosts that follow us. We get known for what we once did well, and slowly, excellence becomes a performance rather than a joy. In this episode, I explore three emotional seasons every high-achiever eventually faces: Haunted by Achievement: When past success becomes a cage.The Quiet Rebellion of Enough: When saying no becomes an act of integrity.The Season of Letting Go: When release becomes the most honest form of growth.“Enough isn’t mediocrity. It’s a moral stance.”  “Letting go isn’t quitting. It’s the beginning of honesty.” For those of us working inside systems that worship more, these aren’t just reflections—they’re survival skills. CLICK HERE for the Reflection Guide to help you pause, process, and shift. https://theacclivity.com/SeasonOfLettingGo_ReflectionGuide Prompt for reflection: What version of yourself are you still performing for? And what might shift if you finally let them rest? Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    21 min

  5. SEP 15

    Leadership in the Gap: What Higher Ed Needs Now

    If you’ve ever felt abandoned by leadership on your campus, you’re not alone. Disruption isn’t the only challenge in higher education — it’s the lack of leadership that follows. In this episode of Your Strategist Is In, Dr. Loren Hill shares how to fill the leadership gap with clarity, courage, and capacity — no matter your role. You’ll hear:  Why trust in leadership is wavering across campuses.How turnover, demographics, and harsher scrutiny for women and leaders of color are reshaping leadership.The three practices you can start using right now to step into leadership, even without a title. 📘 Download the free Reflection & Action Guide to turn these insights into steps: https://theacclivity.com/LeadershipInTheGapGuide Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    15 min

  6. AUG 27

    Momentum in Motion: What’s Next at The Acclivity

    This special mini episode marks a new chapter for The Acclivity.  Dr. Loren M. Hill shares exciting updates, including a new podcast name (The Strategist Is In), a refreshed newsletter (Your Next Move), the introduction of Quick Clarity Sessions, and the launch of the Search Partnership Track (SPT) for higher ed leaders and institutions.  Each step reflects Acclivity’s commitment to delivering strategic, personalized support that helps leaders move forward with clarity and purpose. These updates aren’t cosmetic—they’re intentional steps to model adaptability and deliver the kind of white-glove service I want every client and listener to experience.  🎧 Join me for a quick listen and a look at what’s next.  Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    8 min

  7. AUG 15

    Disruption Meets Reality: Can You Meet the Moment?

    Higher education has always faced change — but today’s disruption is different: faster, more political, and more interconnected than ever. Political intervention, demographic shifts, AI-driven transformation, and cultural divides are converging all at once, reshaping how we teach, lead, and learn. In this episode of Your Strategist Is In With Dr. Loren M. Hill, she explores how faculty, administrators, and campus leaders can thrive when disruption is the operating environment. You’ll learn: Why role clarity is essential to maintaining momentum during uncertaintyHow leadership exists in every corner of campus — not just in corner officesThree key behaviors that help you adapt faster than the disruption itselfYou’ll also get a series of quick reflection questions to help you connect the episode’s insights directly to your role — plus a free Reflection & Action Guide linked in below to capture your answers and turn them into action. Click Here to Download the free Reflection & Action Guide   →  https://theacclivity.com/ReflectionActionGuide Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    25 min

  8. JUL 15

    Summer Yay 2025: The Emotional Cost of Excellence

    Welcome to the annual Summer Yay episode! 🌞 In this special reflection, Dr. Loren M. Hill explores the emotional cost of excellence and invites high-achieving scholars and professionals—especially BIPOC first-gen leaders—to pause, breathe, and reclaim joy. You’ll hear: Why rest is not a luxury but a necessityHow burnout hides behind words like “innovation” and “resilience”The hidden grief of being brilliant and unseenA personal Summer Yay story about flowers, Miles Davis, and mindfulnessFive joy-centered practices to replenish your nervous systemA powerful reframe: You don’t need to earn rest. You are allowed to feel joy.This episode is your invitation to reconnect with your humanity—one breath, one moment of stillness, one joy-filled act at a time. 🎧 Listen in and then tag your joy using #SummerYay2025 or connect at theacclivity.com. Dr. Loren M. Hill is a licensed clinical psychologist, the founder of The Acclivity and a Senior Executive Consultant for Transformational Leadership in Higher Ed helping Higher Ed leaders lead with clarity, courage and purpose. She is an APA Feminist Academic Leadership Academy Fellow, RAND Faculty Workshop Fellow, and member of Psi Chi, she also serves as Resident Psychologist for KBLA 1580’s Urban Family Focus talk radio. Dr. Hill specializes in helping women, BIPOC, and first-generation professionals gain clarity, confidence, and leadership impact. For further information on Academic Career Advancements support and coaching, click here to book a free no obligation call ************************ → Subscribe to YouTube → Subscribe to the Newsletter → Connect on LinkedIn → Connect on Facebook Not sure what your next move is? Acclivity's Quick Clarity Session offers a one-time strategy consult + custom follow-up to help you figure it out. ​ → S𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹

    26 min
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Hosted by Loren M. Hill, founder of The Acclivity, The Strategist Is In podcast offers clear, candid perspective on the complex realities of working in higher education today. From navigating institutional change to advancing equity and leading with intention, each episode speaks to professionals across the academic spectrum — faculty, staff, and administrators alike. Real conversations about leadership, purpose, and success in Higher Ed.  Smart, grounded insight for all the people who move institutions forward.

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