ELGL member and UNC professor Leisha DeHart-Davis invites you to participate. Building Emotional Intelligence: Webinar Opportunity Higher emotional intelligence abilities are associated with better performance in a variety of careers, from teaching to law enforcement to sales. Emotional intelligence includes the abilities to understand one’s emotions, manage those emotions effectively, interact effectively with others, and … Continued
As part of a grueling ELGL initiation process, new members are asked to complete our version of the Wonderlic test. It’s an open book test and participants do not have to use a dull number 2 pencil to fill in tiny circles. Michael McLaughlin (LinkedIn) is enrolled in the Penn State MPA program. He has worked for biotechnology … Continued
Ellie & Jill received this message from Gifted: Thanks for providing this great venue to get some real answers. What’s the proper etiquette on gifting in a local government organization? We have blessedly 9 months before Christmas, so it would be great if you could share who I should give gifts to. I am worried … Continued
As part of a grueling ELGL initiation process, new members are asked to complete our version of the Wonderlic test. It’s an open book test and participants do not have to use a dull number 2 pencil to fill in tiny circles. Blaise Caudill (LinkedIn and Twitter) is a Research & Management Intern for the Alliance for Innovation. He … Continued
Hat tip to Greg Hermann, Principal Analyst, for passing along these job postings with the City of San Luis Obispo, CA. Special Projects Manager – Deadline: March 11 Performs a variety of project management assignments for moderate-to-large policy and communications-related City efforts with high visibility and community involvement. Active Transportation Manager – Deadline: March 22 Performs a wide … Continued
Recorded March 3, 2016 View the recording and presentation by clicking HERE The Details Last Fall ELGL partnered with Dr. Colleen Casey’s PhD course from the University of Texas at Arlington’s College of Architecture, Planning, & Public Affairs. In this class, ELGL & Dr. Casey issued a challenge to students to provide solutions for a … Continued
You’ll find some familiar faces when you’re flipping through this month’s issue of American City/County magazine. Several ELGL members were interviewed for the article, Igniting the Flame: Sparking Interest in Tomorrow’s Government Leaders. Local governments are at a crossroads. As workforces age and retire, many cities and counties are finding it difficult to attract younger … Continued
ELGL columnist Ashley Fruechting (Vision Internet) invites members to attend this upcoming webinar. Nearly every local government organization has a website, but a recent survey revealed only 34% of local government staff believe their websites are highly effective. Why is that? Join us for an interactive webinar to explore 5 common misconceptions that prevent local … Continued
What was your local government moment? What keeps you in local government? Who have been the influences in your career? We take a deep dive into these questions by asking you (the practitioner) to tell your local government story. You can sign up to participate in the bi-monthly feature at Finding Local Government. Thanks to Matt Wojnowski, City … Continued
Knope of the Week Lands on Ted Talks The Knope of the Week recognizes sustained excellence in local government. It’s the Heisman Trophy, Noble Peace Prize, James Beard Award all rolled into one. Many have vied for the honor over the years, but only a few winners have emerged. President Obama, Bono, and Cam Newton — none of … Continued
