Category: ELGL Recurring Series

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

Addressing the Urban-Rural Skills Gap: A Call for Government Action

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Dr. Bill Brantley, President and Chief Learning Officer of BAS2A (consultancy) in Louisville, Ky. Connect will Bill on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Who Is Government? The Untold Story of Public Service” by Michael Lewis What I’m watching: Binging “Only Murders in the Building” What I’m working on: Creating a course … Continued

Turning Your Kryptonite into Your Super Power

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Karen Tapahe, Public Information Officer for the Utah Department of Corrections. Connect with Karen on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: “Elsbeth” on CBS. It feels like a modern version of “Columbo.” What I’m newly obsessed with: Hockey! (Utah got an NHL hockey team this year, and I’m a … Continued

What Did You Give Today?

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, Fla., and proud new member of ELGL’s Board of Directors. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: I just finished “The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music” by Dave Grohl – an authentic and enjoyable read … Continued

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