What better way to learn about a new ELGL member than a series of extremely personal questions that may or may not be work related. That is our goal in the New Sensation feature. Whether it is learning about a person’s top accomplishments in the last 24 hours or learning about the inside of their … Continued
The Ford Institute Leadership Program The Ford Institute Leadership Program has been recommended to ELGL and we want to pass on this opportunity to our members. Thee tangible benefits of Ford Family’s work are everywhere in Oregon rural communities. Consider this for yourself and pass the word on to others. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Itz_s8uWy0o Ford Institute Leadership … Continued
50 Nifty with Patrick Rollens, Village of Oak Park ELGL is pleased to announce another Midwest ELGL webinar for this December. Mark your calendars for December 10 at noon (pacific, 2pm central) for lunch with Patrick Rollens, the communications and social media guru at the Village of Oak Park. Here’s what Patrick has to say about … Continued
This is another entry in Rafael Baptista’s ongoing column, “Carolina on My Mind.” Rafael is a first year student at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Masters of Public Administration program. Connect with Rafael: LinkedIn and Twitter While applying to MPA programs, I considered both online and in-residence options. I opted for an … Continued
ELGL had such a great time decking the halls of Randall Children’s Hospital for Christmas 2012, we’re doing it again in 2013! Last year, it was brought to our attention that the Randall Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology Floor needed some extra help with holiday decorations. In 2013, ELGL will be decorating the Pediatric Neuro/Trauma/Rehab floor. … Continued
Fall Comes to a Close I always mark the end of Fall as when my football season ends. Doesn’t matter if its in October, November, or December the end of football means fall is over and winter is coming. This past weekend my side job as a high school football coach came to an end … Continued
American City & County Magazine Highlights Knope of the Week What is the Knope of the Week? It’s ELGL’s way of recognizing an individual or group of individuals who have excelled in promoting the public sector. Recipients may come from the public or private sector and are nominated by ELGL members. Recipients receive an incredible amount of … Continued
Bridget Doyle, Village of Lombard communications coordinator and former Chicago Tribune staffer, led a webinar on “Tips for Dealing with the Media” on November 7, 2013. Below is Bridget’s presentation. ELGL Presentation: Government and the Local Media in 2013 Connect with Bridget: LinkedIn and DoyleB@villageoflombard.org Related Link: New communications coordinator hopes to grow Lombard’s social media presence
This is another installment of an ELGL original content series titled “Josh’s Job Search 2.0” by Josh Halladay. Halladay is sharing career advice that he is receiving in informational interviews. For more career resources, attend The Employment Lowdown with Jessica Williams, Mac’s List and Prichard Communications on November 13. Vitals Mark Jockers Government & Public Affairs Manager, … Continued
November 5, 2013 By Josh Schultz [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCUpJDzyRnY] I liked my health plan, but I don’t get to keep it. Last month, I received a letter from my health insurance company telling me that my current policy will end December 31. A new policy will replace this one, and my new plan will be required … Continued
