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Lynette Hart, City of Oakland, CA - Support Services Supervisor - Innovation in Recruiting and Career Management Sep 09, 2020

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Odie Donald, City Manager, City of South Fulton, Georgia - Culture in Local Government Aug 26, 2020

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In this episode, City Manager Odie Donald discusses the importance of culture in his organization and how it sets the tone for staff at all levels to serve citizens with excellence.

Brooks Rainwater, Sr. Executive Director for City Solutions - National League of Cities - Powering Teams through Personality Styles Jul 10, 2020

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In this podcast Brooks shares high level trends in housing and economic development as well as a secret to managing others on your team. Brooks joins LeaderGov's podcast from the Washington DC area where the National League of Cities is based.

Michael Harris, Henry County, Georgia, Tax Commissioner - Trust in Local Government Agencies Jun 30, 2020

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In this local government podcast, Michael Harris, Henry County GA Tax Commissioner shares the good, bad and the ugly regarding trust on local government teams.

"Taking sides" removes the focus from the goal and lowers trust
Leaderships' often-changing priorities damage trust
Asking your team members opinion on important topics lets them know their voice is valued, which builds trust
Giving others freedom and autonomy within structure can exponentially grow trust
Engaging your team in “break-the-mold” planning sessions can build trust

Alicia Vaughn, County Manager, Catoosa County, GA - Culture in Local Government Jun 16, 2020

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In this podcast we hear from Catoosa County, Georgia County Manager Alicia Vaughn. In this podcast you'll hear how to:

Model teamwork and culture as a leader
Encourage buy-in to the culture
Engage employees in the culture through leadership educational opportunities
Help foster the culture

Sharon Landers, City Manager - Carson, CA - Crisis Leadership Qualities & Excellence in Day-to-Day Management Jun 05, 2020

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In this podcast Sharon Landers, City Manager of Carson, CA, shares insights around innovation during a crisis as well as tips on effective meetings, dealing with disruptive employees and setting vision and outcomes.

Helen Ramirez, Deputy City Manager, Brownsville, TX - Management Excellence in Local Government May 17, 2020

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Troy Besseche, Assistant City Manager, Sugar Hill, Georgia - Management Excellence for Local Government Leaders May 17, 2020

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Andrea Hall, Captain, South Fulton GA Fire Department, on Servant Leadership Apr 23, 2020

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Melanie Winfield Interview - Commitment in Local Government Dec 30, 2019

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