This month, we face change head on. Change is a constant in our lives and an integral part of our role as leaders. By fostering collaboration and recognizing everyone's contributions in addressing necessary changes, we can shift our focus to the work we do and strive to perform it to the best of our ability. Instead of worrying about what's coming, we can concentrate on how we can collectively navigate and thrive through these changes. Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

HR management and marketing student Kristen Schlawin accepted a job with University Benefits following her graduation in May.

The University of Iowa has been recognized as a Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Patriot Employer for its commitment to hiring military Veterans.

This month, we build on last month’s Coach’s Corner where we highlighted self-knowledge as an important ingredient of leadership. According to a recent article from Gallup, another element is having a real understanding of your specific role, it’s demands, and expectations. Below, we share some ideas for developing and building on your own personal leadership style.

Jeff and Sarah Jones took a leap of faith when they moved their family of five from their home state of Missouri to Iowa in pursuit of new job opportunities and work-life balance.

A registered dietitian and liveWELL health coach provides four practical tips on how to incorporate nutrition in your self-care routine.

One important ingredient in leadership is networking and interacting with others. Through exposure to professional development, mentorship, shared experiences and feedback, we get to improve not just awareness of what’s going on around us, but also our own self-awareness. This month we highlight a few opportunities for connecting with others on their own leadership journeys.

University of Iowa Family Services has partnered with Hills Bank to offer financial well-being services to UI employees. Services include one-on-one coaching, webinars, and access to a library of online resources.

The new year is a time for setting goals and building habits, like improving health and fitness. But what about your strategic fitness? Defined by Rich Horwath in his Harvard Business Review article, The Most Strategic Leaders Excel in 4 Disciplines, strategic fitness is a leader’s ability to learn from and adapt to their environment in order to set direction and create competitive advantage. Read on to build your strategic fitness and flex your leadership muscles!