Prof. Chris Salboudis, Founder of Philo4Thought Inc. (est. 2009), is a dedicated mentor, professor, and certified coach. With over 30 years of experience, she has served students and emerging young professionals in every discipline around the world. Her work in the cultivation of the Aristotelian-based tenets for Positive Professional Identity have led to a variety of podcasts, webinars, seminars and special talks for a variety of organizations the US and Europe.

As a first-generation American who overcame personal, educational and professional struggles, Chris is passionate about helping next generation professionals embrace life with a positive self-empowering mindset and a strong strategic plan that promotes mindful authenticity, professional success and lifelong flourishing.

In addition to her work as a professor, academic advisor, and administrative manager, Chris is a certified Coach and Global Online Learning Exchange instructor, offering guidance to those transitioning into mainstream academic and professional networks. Known for her thorough and methodical instructional strategies, she constantly encourages individuals to dare to reach for their goals and dreams and takes the time to celebrate the success of her students and clients.

At Philo4Thought, Chris' seminars and publications address various topics including the stress of navigating the American academic system and workplace, identifying and mapping career goals, and fostering confidence to thrive in the present. During the pandemic she launched an initiative to help combat structural and psychological challenges exacerbated by the pandemic.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Chris serves as an Alumni Mentor at her various Alma Maters.

Above all, Chris is known for fostering productive conversations and networking, which is evident in the welcoming environment she and her team create at Philo4Thought.

In her spare time, she enjoys writing, music, movies, reading and travel.

TRAINING
CPD-Certified Life Coach (U.S. & U.K.)
Global Online Instructional specialist
Strategic Advisor (Work-Life Balance, Career, Relationship-Building and Mindfulness).

Chris has a broad range of experience in instructional design and academic and career advisement, motivational coaching, general management, human resources, journalism and communication.

She has formal training in Education, Philosophy, Psychology, Instructional Design and Human Resources, Management, Communications and Comparative Global Literature. (Read more.)

TITLES
CEO, Director, Editor, Coach, Philo4Thought
Administrative Manager, Columbia CGT-BE
Adj. Assist. Professor, Philosophy, Literature, Environmental Studies and related fields (NYC) GOLE and Global Passport Instructor


HONORS
In recognition of her comprehensive advisory and instructional work through 2023, Chris was selected for a cover story in The Education View Magazine's special feature, "Finest Educational Advisors in New York."

IN PROGRESS
Interdisciplinary Doctoral Research in Education, Columbia Univ. Sneak Peek to The Journey to Positive Energy and 'A' is for Aristotle (available to P4T Passport Members).