At Life, Well Run we strive to showcase and celebrate the incredible work happening in local governments every day, all around the country under the direction of professional local government managers. One of the ways we do this is through highlighting Success Stories that not only share the details of a great initiative, but also…

Bridging entrenched or systemic divides isn’t easy, but opening up a dialogue can be the first step toward building community.

India Adams shares with us how becoming a local government management fellow has shaped her path and motivated her to take steps to one day become a city manager.

A 2017 ICMA Annual Conference session—Soft Skills for Success—will focus on those skills that are often the key to success for a first-time manager.

In this issue of Career Compass, Dr. Frank Benest explores how to enhance your daily leadership practice.

“Bring Your Own Device.” What it is and why it might not be a good thing for your organization

Best practices for mobile devices and local goverment

Anti-commandeering sounds complicated but it isn't. It is the idea the federal government should stay out of the affairs of state and local government.