Leadership begins when you speak up instead of holding back.

In uncertain and crazy times, how do leaders tell the ugly truth to others, yet also share hope to lead their teams to a better place?

Incoming ICMA President Mike Land emphasized the crucial role of local government professionals in community resilience.

This was the third straight year of record crowds for the conference.

Leading others often takes an emotional toll. Is the emotional labor of leadership draining you? If so, how do you minimize the emotional burden and replenish yourself?

Attracting, keeping, supporting, and developing these key players is essential to a well-run organization—and to your own success.

Musings from a career well spent in local government

In this response to Part 1, we contemplate the challenges preventing innovation in the public sector.

From Julia D. Novak’s “My Mount Rushmore” keynote panel at the 2025 ICMA Annual Conference come timeless insights that are essential for today’s local government leaders.