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Leadership Before, During, and After a Crisis

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Storytellers in Chief: How Top Local Government Managers Use Storytelling to Lead

Research shows the importance of stories in leading staff members and residents.

The Effective Local Government Manager, 3rd edition (PDF)

Discusses the multi-faceted leadership role of local public executives. ...

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Leadership Development Programs

ICMA University invites you to discover a range of leadership development programs for every level of your career.

ICMA University Skill-Building Workshops

Workshops that are affordable, accessible, and designed to meet the specific needs of local government professionals.

Management and Leadership Assessments

Assessments help members and others assess their knowledge for the purpose of professional development planning.

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Career Compass No. 79: Leading by Connecting

What can I do to become a better leader who people will follow?

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP: Building a Supportive Community Around Women in Leadership

A new column from female ICMA local government leaders and the League of Women in

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Local governments need a mission and values statement that guides employee behavior, from...

Why Great Leaders Are Ditching Boundaries and Embracing Values

Leaders must have the courage of their convictions. What they really need are core values.

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