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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

Podcast: Reimagining Communities and Local Government Trends with Sheila Shockey and Grant Mayfield

Sheila Shockey Founder and CEO Shockey Consulting Services LinkedIn Grant Mayfield Public Administration Consultant Shockey Consulting Services LinkedIn Two guests joined the podcast to talk about trends in local government and futurology. Sheila Shockey is the Founder and CEO of Shockey Consulting Services. Grant Mayfield is a Public Administration Consultant for Shockey Consulting Services. They … 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

Leadership Lessons from Lucy Van Pelt for Local Government Employees

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Ariana Adame, Director of Capital Projects for the City of West Sacramento, Calif. Connect with her on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Green Lights,” by Matthew McConaughey What I’m watching: “Paradise” on Hulu What I’m listening to: Mary J. Blige Lucy Van Pelt was my favorite “Peanuts” character growing up. Sure, … Continued

Podcast: Inside the City Management Internship Experience with Emilia Krajewski, Diksha, and Sarah Nissen

Emilia Krajewski Management Intern City of Chandler, AZ LinkedIn Diksha Administrative Intern – Economic Development City of Saginaw, TX LinkedIn Sarah Nissen City Management Intern City of Plymouth, MN LinkedIn Three civic starters joined the podcast to discuss their city management internships. Emilia Krajewski is a Management Intern for the City of Chandler, Arizona; Diksha … Continued

Remembering Our First Loves

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Dr. Sarah Story, Executive Director of the Jefferson County, Colo. Public Health Department. Find Sarah on LinkedIn, Medium, or Instagram. What I’m reading: I’m about 10 years too late, but I’m reading A Little Life and jeez Louise is it hard to get through. Not really before-bed … Continued

Public Spaces are a Part of Democracy: A Call to Local Governments

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Mary King, a writer and researcher with Envisio, a public-sector-focused strategic planning and performance management software. Connect with Mary or Envisio on LinkedIn. A funny TikTok I saw recently: I recently re-watched a TikTok of this guy drinking bubble tea for the first time, but he wasn’t expecting the tapioca … Continued

Leadership, Change, and the Power of Strategic Alignment

Today’s Morning Buzz is by Alex McKnight, Business Manager for Buncombe County Public Safety Communications in Asheville, N.C. Connect with Alex on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “Tier One” by Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson, “The Consulting Bible” by Alan Weiss What I’m watching: “Reacher & Invincible” (Amazon Prime) What I’m listening to: “Hurry Up Tomorrow” … Continued

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