Academic administrators occupy a position that is highly complexand entails unrelenting demands such as managing heightenedworkloads, stretching ever-tightening budgets, and promotingcollegiality among intensely driven individuals. At the same time,administrators are facing increased accountability for their jobperformances. While confronted by these challenges, how can theysupply concrete evidence of their accomplishments? The authors ofthis practical guide recommend preparing an administrativeportfolio. Including ready-to-use and field-tested information, TheAdministrative Portfolio is a hands-on look at the why, what,and how of preparing and successfully using the portfolio. Itincludes Practical suggestions for getting started and then maintainingthe most effective use of portfolios Key issues, red-flag warnings, and benchmarks forsuccess Helpful answers to common questions Differentiation between portfolios for personnel decisions andthose that are used for performance improvement A list of 21 possible portfolio items from whichadministrators can choose the ones most personally relevant A selection of 13 real portfolios from across administrationpositions and institutions Written for presidents, provosts, academic vice presidents,deans, department chairs, and program directors, TheAdministrative Portfolio presents as well as demonstratessensible strategies for how to develop and use a strongportfolio.