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Who Paved the Way for Your Success? We’d Like to Recognize These Important People!
By League of Women in Government Editor Although women currently account for about 21 percent of all local government chief executives today, research shows that it continues to prove difficult for women to break into these [...]
Need a Coach? This program might be perfect for you!
ICMA Coaching Program: Thrive in Local Government The ICMA Coaching Program launches in January 2016 -- thanks to ICMA securing National Platinum Sponsor ICMA-RC. Expanding upon the success of the Cal-ICMA Coaching Program and 15 [...]
Guest Blogger: Sue McLaughlin on Confidence & Finding Your Own Style
By Sue McLaughlin, County Administrator - County of Bureau, IL Ok. I admit it. Back in the 80's, I used to wear those suits with the scarf bowties so that I could look professional in [...]
Guest Blogger: Mary Jacobs on Mentoring Beyond Your Profession
By Mary Jacobs, Assistant City Manager - Sierra Vista, AZ Do you ever look back and remember someone who said something that really inspired you? I remember one of my early bosses out of graduate [...]
Guest Blogger: Dr. Frank Benest on Leading by Letting Go
By Dr. Frank Benest Dr. Benest recommends that leaders make the transition from controlling to coaching: I'm a recently appointed division manager in a large city Human Resources Department. I was promoted because I'm results-oriented [...]