Working in local government is an often rewarding and frequently challenging experience. It requires a combination of skills, knowledge, and attributes essential for success. This blog post will explore the most critical skills for anyone working in local government, how to develop them, and why they’re so important. Organizational Skills Organizational skills are paramount in […]
As the world changes, local governments must respond and adapt to it. To remain competitive and effective, local government leaders must stay up-to-date on current trends, best practices, and innovative approaches to public service. Let’s explore recent trends in local government leadership that are gaining attention. Data-Driven Decision Making Data-driven decision-making is a trend in […]
Process improvement is a method that seeks to continually improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes, leading to improved services, increased customer satisfaction, and cost savings. Process improvement has been gaining momentum and is proving to be highly beneficial for reducing costs and improving performance. Let’s look at some of the critical benefits of process […]
Local governments need a straightforward and effective strategic planning process to make the best decisions for their community. Such a process is necessary for decision-makers to find themselves working reactively instead of proactively, and significant opportunities may be missed. In this article we will discuss some critical components of an effective local government strategic planning […]
As a local government leader, you must stay current on your industry’s latest news and trends. Political experts know one of the best ways to do this is by reading books about local government. This post will recommend books that every local government leader should read. Good To Great by Jim Collins In his book […]
Government work is often scrutinized and open to public opinion and perceptions. As a result, local government experts know the importance of utilizing sound performance measurement data is key to maintaining people’s trust in their government. In this blog post, we will discuss different types of performance measurement strategies and give examples from across nation […]
