We cannot fulfill our leadership role if we allow fears to get in the way.

I’m sure that some of us can recall moments in life when we stop and think “Wow, that’s how this works? How have I gone so long without knowing that?”  Perhaps sitting down to do your taxes for the first time dispels some of the “mystery” behind that withholding line on your paycheck. Maybe you…

The Challenge of Public Sector Ethics: MPA Student Session 2017 ICMA Annual Conference San Anontio

On the first day of my first class of my MPA program, my Public Affairs professor asked the class, “How many of you remember anything you learned in college?” The room filled with chuckles and nervous glances as only a few brave souls tentatively raised their hands. My professor went on to explain that the…

Practical Suggestions for Career Advancement

The 2017 Life, Well Run Student Photo Contest ended two weeks ago, and our judges have been pouring over submissions to decide the winner of our four very special prizes. Opened to students and next generation local government professionals, the Student Photo Contest allowed us to take a peek into the everyday lives of the students who…

Values should guide our decisions and actions, especially in times of uncertainty and change.