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Looking back at the year's most popular articles
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What to consider when faced with this big decision
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In the face of community stresses, actively lead and manage for the 90% of your local government’s services that are largely invisible but that people count on most.
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Takeaways from the Institute of Local Government Management Conference that will resonate with local government professionals across the globe.
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Adapting to the changing workforce to create a culture where people are not only satisfied, but loyal
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Committing to employee engagement, innovation, leadership, and making a difference in Johnson County, Kansas
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How to navigate your way up the local government ladder
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The time for succession planning in your organization is now, like right now!
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South African conference reflects common worldwide challenges