Author: warren@elgl.org

One Word: Rest

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Chaquinta Fisher, I.T. Support Manager for McLennan County, TX. Connect with Chaquinta on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: The Book of Leviticus – The Bible What I’m listening to: The Basement with Tim Ross podcast What I’m watching: “The Equalizer” I recently had a 16-hour work day, five hours of sleep … Continued

The Freedom of No

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, FL and proud member of ELGL’s Board of Directors. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m lamenting: I went to the last City of Parkland Farmer’s Market of the season this morning. Until November … Continued

How Leaders Can Combat Burnout and Boredom in Local Government

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Greg LeBlanc, Assistant Town Manager, Town of Snowmass Village, CO. Connect with Greg on LinkedIn What I want to be when I grow up: Astronaut If I were a spice, I would be: Paprika How do you fool a Morning Buzz reader? Click here. Maintaining a motivated … Continued

Garbage Water, Social Mavens, and Other Signs of Disengagement

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Matt Horn, Director of Strategic Growth and Development for MRB Group, and the second-worst audience participant Cirque de Soleil has ever seen. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn, and wherever great peanut butter milkshakes are sold. What I’m reading: “Among the Bros,” a wild look at a fraternity-based … Continued

How Inclusive Design and Cloud Technology Enhance the Resident Experience

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Mike Teeters and Kathy Wolf. Mike is a senior product manager at Tyler Technologies and Kathy is Tyler’s senior director of user experience. Connect with Mike or Kathy on LinkedIn. What we’re reading: “Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams” by Matthew Walker, Ph.D. … Continued

The Power of Sharing

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Chaquinta Fisher, I.T. Support Manager for McLennan County, TX. Connect with Chaquinta on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: The Book of Jeremiah – The Bible What I’m listening to: The Basement with Tim Ross podcast What I’m watching: “The Equalizer” I recently learned of higher learning opportunities that … Continued

Building and Maintaining Culture and Connection — In Human Form

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Jennifer Teal, Senior Manager at Raftelis. Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “The Measure” What I’m watching: “Severance” At the end of February, the local government and utility consulting firm that I work with, Raftelis, held our annual retreat. Nearly 200 of my colleagues met … Continued

Webinar Recap: Work for America’s Civic Match Program

Civic Match by Work for America is a nonpartisan talent-matching program connecting experienced federal workers and campaign staff with jobs in state and local governments nationwide. Watch our webinar to learn more about Civic Match by Work for America and how to access the platform, which features more than 3,000 candidates eager to work in … Continued

Lessons That Stuck with Me

By Andrew Kleine Some of our most important lessons we learn by example. My mother, Gail Kleine, died in late January. In life, she was a force, a wonderful energy: frank, fierce, and fun. She was a leader in the community, and her legacy includes thousands of young people whose lives she improved, and even … Continued

When Your Friends Ask You for Help, You Help Them 

By Meredith Reynolds Vice Chair, ELGL Board of Directors The start of a new year marks the celebration of my January birthday. I take the week off — because nothing good ever happens when you work on your birthday — and by the time my birthday rolled around, I was out of town but glued … Continued

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