Leaders in American higher education are currently facing unique challenges in both academic and financial areas, largely influenced by rapid technological advancements and evolving societal demands. This paper examines these new-era challenges and explores effective leadership strategies for navigating them. Transformational and servant leadership play crucial roles in addressing these complexities. An effective leadership approach combines competence, character, charisma, and team chemistry. The study emphasizes that adaptability, creative problem-solving, and ongoing learning are essential for leaders to effectively navigate the dynamic environment of higher education institutions.

Jing Liu. Adapting Leadership in American Higher Education: Confronting Contemporary Academic and Financial Challenges. International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 1: 1-5. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJFS.2024.060101.

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