T.J. Sullivan

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Thanks for getting up on a Saturday morning

From the “greatest hits” file. I first published this in 2008, and I still love it. There are many victims in this world. A college student leader waking up at 9:30 a.m. is not one of them. Stop thanking your students for getting up on a Saturday to participate in something designed for THEIR benefit.

Sororities and middle-third members

I was asked by Delta Zeta, a national sorority, to share thoughts on my book and about how sororities manage their middle members. I’m reprinting the Q&A here. Thanks, Delta Zeta for the opportunity to share.

Team members get tired of Shiny Guy

When you’re the star of your student leadership team, you earn attention and accolades from the community. You get the awards, and you earn the successes. So, why are some of your teammates hoping you fall on your face? Sometimes the star of the team has to work harder than anyone at being a humble, approachable, caring team member.

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