Municipal Leaders: Develop Faster, Lead Stronger, Build Better
Every week, you’ll get insights and actionable steps to help you navigate personal growth and professional success.
“If you’re so cautious and worried about losing your job, you’re probably not doing your job.”
These aren’t words you typically hear from a city manager. But Marc Mondell, City Manager of Tulare, California, isn’t your typical municipal leader. In this week’s episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, we dive into what happens when bold leadership meets strategic vision in municipal government.
What makes some city halls feel electric with possibility while others seem stuck in bureaucratic quicksand? How do some municipal organizations consistently drive innovation and excellence while others struggle to maintain the status quo? And most importantly – how can you transform your city’s culture from where it is to where it needs to be?
In this week’s episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, we’re diving deep into Daniel Coyle’s groundbreaking book, “The Culture Code,” and uncovering the invisible patterns that separate high-performing municipal organizations from the rest.
What happens when a high-achieving municipal leader hits the wall of complete exhaustion? For Charlie Bush, City Administrator of Sedro-Woolley, this crisis became a catalyst for transforming not just his health, but his entire approach to leadership.
In this week’s powerful episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, Charlie shares his remarkable journey from a driven young intern handling citizen complaints in Glendale, Arizona, to a seasoned leader who’s discovered the delicate balance between impactful service and personal well-being.
Picture this: You’re sitting in a council meeting, tension crackling through the air. Department heads advocating for critical funding on one side. Council members pushing back hard on budget constraints on the other. And there you are, in the middle, knowing your next words could either bridge the gap or widen it.
Sound familiar?
Ever wonder how early life experiences shape effective leadership? In our latest episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, we explore how small-town values translate into big-city success.
Meet Austin Bleess, City Manager of Jersey Village, Texas, whose leadership journey began as an eight-year-old paperboy trudging through Minnesota’s sub-zero winters. Those early morning routes taught him persistence—a quality that would later help him secure over $30 million in grants for his community.
Are you ready to transform the way your city operates, innovates, and serves its citizens? The secret might be simpler than you think: it’s all about mastering the art of constructive conversations through skillful feedback.
In our latest HaltingWinter podcast episode, “Constructive Conversations: Building Stronger Cities Through Skillful Feedback,” we dive deep into how city managers and municipal leaders can harness the power of feedback to create more responsive, efficient, and collaborative local governments.
Are you tired of feeling disconnected from your local government? Do you wish your city leaders truly understood your community’s needs? Get ready for a paradigm shift in municipal leadership!
In episode 111 of The HaltingWinter Podcast titled, “Door-to-Door Governance,” we sit down with Jerry Gabrielatos, the innovative City Manager of Beloit, Wisconsin, who’s turning the concept of city hall on its head.
As a city manager, you navigate complex challenges daily. But what if your most powerful tool for success was right at your fingertips?
In our latest episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, we dive into Frank Luntz’s groundbreaking book, “Words That Work: It’s Not What You Say, It’s What People Hear.” This isn’t just another communication guide – it’s a game-changer for municipal leaders.
City Managers and Municipal Leaders,
Are you ready to enhance your leadership skills and transform your city? This week, we’re embarking on an exciting journey into the world of strengths-based leadership, and you’re invited to join us every step of the way.
Are you a city manager who’s achieved significant success but feels like you’ve hit a plateau? Do you ever wonder if the very behaviors that propelled you to your current position might now be holding you back? If so, you’re not alone, and our latest podcast episode and blog series are tailor-made for you.
This week on The HaltingWinter Podcast, we’re diving deep into Marshall Goldsmith’s groundbreaking book, “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There.” As the President of HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions, I’m excited to share insights that could transform your approach to municipal leadership.
