Municipal Leaders: Develop Faster, Lead Stronger, Build Better
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As a city manager, you stand at the helm of a complex organization, navigating the choppy waters of public opinion, political pressures, and community needs. When projects fall behind, when departments clash, or when resources run thin, where do you look for solutions?
If you’re like most municipal leaders, you’ve experienced the frustration of finger-pointing, the burden of siloed departments, and the challenge of creating lasting change in bureaucratic environments.
But what if there was another way?
This week on the HaltingWinter Podcast, we’re diving into a revolutionary leadership approach that’s changing how municipal organizations operate – Jocko Willink’s concept of “Extreme Ownership.”
While these principles emerged from military experience, they offer powerful insights for those of us navigating the complex challenges of city management. When adapted to municipal contexts, extreme ownership creates environments where:
In Monday’s episode (available to everyone), you’ll discover how ownership culture begins with leadership modeling and why taking responsibility actually gives you more control, not less.
But understanding concepts is just the beginning. The real challenge is implementing these principles in your specific municipal context.
That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive series that takes you from concept to application:
Plus, our exclusive Friday Book Club Conversation Guide helps you engage your team in meaningful discussion about how these principles apply in your organization.
These exclusive resources are available to members of our Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) – a community of forward-thinking city leaders committed to excellence.
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The path to exceptional municipal leadership runs straight through ownership. While the journey isn’t easy, the destination – a high-performing organization that truly serves its community – is worth every step.
Join us today and discover how extreme ownership can transform your leadership and your city.
Seth Winterhalter is President of HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions, dedicated to making stronger cities through stronger leaders. Through executive coaching, results-based consulting, and the Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC), HaltingWinter helps city managers and municipal leaders transform their leadership impact and their organizational culture.
