My book Surviving and Thriving in Higher Education Professional Services: a guide to success. This book explores the realities of working in UK higher education professional services and administration. Whether you’re new to higher education, looking to progress into your first supervisory role, grappling with the challenges of middle management, a seasoned manager new to higher education, or not sure where you fit between the academic and professional, this guide has something for you. The tips and advice within this book will ensure you feel empowered to navigate challenges, fill knowledge gaps, and gain the skills and confidence to thrive in a dynamic and fulfilling career within professional services. Who is this for? Newcomers to higher education professional services and administration Experienced professionals seeking growth Anyone who wants to understand and succeed in this unique environment. Discover practical advice for building essential skills, finding your ideal path, and tackling change with confidence alongside real-life stories from professionals across the sector providing invaluable guidance on your unique career journey to support you to: Understand structures, overcome challenges, and navigate career paths. Develop your portfolio of communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Discover strategies for learning, optimising mentorship, and tacking challenges. Build confidence leading teams, fostering inclusion, and managing change. Cultivate resilience, reflective practice, and a growth mindset. Order your copy now via Routledge or Amazon. I’ve developed an accompanying workbook that is available to purchase for the price of a cup of coffee. It includes activities to help you work through building a professional development plan, tools for identifying skills you need to work on, and my achievement tracker template.