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As Congress considers "must pass" legislation, a top priority is to include ARPA flexibility; be alert to a potential unfunded mandate.
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The Cope Notes founder gives an unconventional and highly effective dose of reality on mental health as it relates to residents, employees, and you.
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In her Monday Game Changer session, sponsored by Cigna, thought leader Betty Hart explains why self-compassion should be part of your leadership strategy.
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From Ugandan refugee to successful entrepreneur, CEO, and human rights activist, Derreck Kayongo was the closing keynote of the 2022 ICMA Annual Conference.
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ICMA / Kettering Foundation / National Civic League
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Col. DeDe Halfhill, USAF, Ret. outlines a six-step process for how leaders can connect with their teams.
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Nick Kittle, founder of Sustainovation, explains how sustained innovation can help local government solve the number one fear in America.
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Tuesday’s general session at the 2022 ICMA Annual Conference featured a compelling keynote from Lee Jourdan, Chevron’s former chief diversity and inclusion officer.
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The city of Irving, Texas, has taken a proactive approach to addressing mental health through the creation of two high-impact internal teams.