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The Leader’s Lens

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Hello, Impactful City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As municipal leaders, you face dozens of conversations every day – with council members, department heads, citizens, and staff. But which of these seemingly routine interactions could be the one that transforms your effectiveness, strengthens a key relationship, or moves your city forward?

This week, we’ve explored “Crucial Conversations” by Patterson, Grenny, McMillan, and Switzler, discovering that our most pivotal leadership moments often aren’t the planned presentations or formal meetings – they’re the unexpected conversations where stakes are high, opinions vary, and emotions run strong.


Hello, Impactful City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” In our journey to build stronger cities through stronger leaders, one truth stands out: the way we handle feedback shapes the cities we build. This week, we’ve explored “Thanks for the Feedback” by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen and discovered how mastering the art of feedback can transform your leadership impact and organizational culture.

Imagine leading your city with the ability to turn even the toughest criticism into fuel for growth, creating an environment where constructive conversations flourish, and building a feedback loop that drives continuous improvement. That’s the power of understanding that feedback isn’t just about receiving information – it’s about creating opportunities for collaboration and innovation.


Hello, Impactful City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” In our journey to build stronger cities through stronger leaders, one truth stands out: the words we choose shape the cities we build. This week, we’ve explored Frank Luntz’s “Words That Work” and discovered how mastering the art of communication can transform your leadership impact and community engagement.

Imagine leading your city with words that not only inform but inspire, messages that don’t just communicate but connect, and language that transforms resistance into support. That’s the power of understanding it’s not just what you say, but what people hear that matters.


Hello, Impactful City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As we strive to build stronger cities through stronger leaders, one truth becomes increasingly clear: the strengths that brought us success may not be the ones that propel us to the next level. This week, we’ve explored the transformative insights from Tom Rath and Barry Conchie’s “Strengths Based Leadership” and how they can revolutionize your approach to city management.

Imagine leading your city with heightened self-awareness, stronger teams, and the ability to continuously evolve your leadership style. That’s the power of recognizing and leveraging your unique strengths and those of your team. This week, we’re uncovering how these insights can dramatically enhance your effectiveness as a municipal leader.


Hello, Visionary City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As we navigate the unique world of municipal leadership, one truth becomes increasingly clear: the behaviors that brought us success may not be the ones that propel us to the next level. This week, we’ve explored the transformative insights from Marshall Goldsmith’s “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” and how they can revolutionize your approach to city management.


Hello, Visionary City Leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As we navigate the unique landscape of municipal leadership, one truth becomes increasingly clear: the most impactful leaders are those who truly understand themselves. This week, we’ve explored the transformative power of self-awareness and how it can revolutionize your approach to city management.


Hello, visionary leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As municipal leaders, you’re not just managing a city – you’re shaping the future of communities. But in the whirlwind of daily demands, it’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. This week, we’re zooming out to explore a transformative approach that could revolutionize your leadership and your city’s success.


Hello, visionary leaders!

Welcome to this week’s edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” As we continue our journey of personal growth and professional success, we’re excited to bring you insights that will sharpen your focus and expand your horizons.

In this week’s lens:

  • New Podcast Episode: Beyond the Balancing Act
  • Blog Series: Essentialism in City Management
  • Leadership Tools & Opportunities
  • Looking Ahead

Let’s dive into the essential elements of effective leadership together.


Hello, visionary leaders!

Welcome to the first edition of “The Leader’s Lens!” We’ve updated the name of our weekly newsletter, but our commitment to helping you navigate personal growth and professional success as a leader continues and aims to be even better.

In this week’s Leader’s Lens:

  • New Podcast: The Municipal Tightrope
  • Blog Series: Daring to Lead
  • August’s Leadership Insights
  • Leadership Boost Opportunities

Let’s sharpen our focus and expand our horizons together.


The Insight Report

The Insight Report: #001

Jul 16th, 2022

In this week’s edition of The Insight Report, we look at our three topics of body, mind, and soul and ask three questions:

  1. Are you eating enough protein and why is this important?
  2. Are your goals aligned with your deepest desires?
  3. What frustrations are you experiencing that might be pointing to deeper issues in your life?