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First Amendment

First Amendment

The goal was to organize society, empower the individual and avoid the pitfalls of the monarchial system. The First Amendment not only gives us a clear future context, but it…

The Critical Competency for Local Managers — Networking Skills

The Critical Competency for Local Managers — Networking Skills

Networking is something most professionals recognize they must do to be successful in their jobs, yet it may be a skill they fail to develop. Developing other leadership competencies or…

The Crisis Upon Us – An Impactful Leader’s Response to Sexual Assault

The Crisis Upon Us – An Impactful Leader’s Response to Sexual Assault

The American public has faced a rash of allegations of sexual misconduct, with the accusers naming prominent figures within the business and entertainment industry. It’s what main stream media has…

The Changing Faces of the Workforce

The Changing Faces of the Workforce

As the United States sees an increase in its aging population, it will also see a dramatic shift in its workforce. According to the Census Bureau, Asians Hispanics and…

Raise Your Hand if You Want to Be Sick – Voluntary Illness in a Time of Personal Responsibility

Raise Your Hand if You Want to Be Sick – Voluntary Illness in a Time of Personal Responsibility

My friend’s whole life was dedicated to lowering her risk. Every morsel of food was evaluated. A long program of exercise had to be completed every day — no days…

Use All Your Business Senses to Build Success

Use All Your Business Senses to Build Success

As a government leader, today embrace the challenge of using all your senses to drive success, build a team concept that utilizes input from all team members and embrace the…

A First Amendment Crisis in Health Care

Last month, the Trump Administration announced a new rule allowing health care providers to disregard evidence and researched best practices in patient care in favor of religious or moral beliefs.…

It is Not Always in Black and White: Why Diversity Matters

It is Not Always in Black and White: Why Diversity Matters

The top priority for many organizations today when it comes to recruitment and hiring should be creating and maintaining a diverse workforce who can move the organization forward. First, human…

I Cannot Tell a Lie — George Washington Did Own a Whiskey Distillery!

I Cannot Tell a Lie — George Washington Did Own a Whiskey Distillery!

This month’s column is full of fun — fun-filled facts and other oddities about our 44 U.S. Presidents. After all, February 19 is Presidents Day. What better time to discover…

Organizational Core Values: Ignore at Your Own Risk

Organizational Core Values: Ignore at Your Own Risk

A significant part of the answer is the failure by leadership at all levels to take the steps necessary to not only develop meaningful core values, but also to integrate…

Ten Notable Resources for State Elected Officials Involved in Cross-sector Collaboration

Ten Notable Resources for State Elected Officials Involved in Cross-sector Collaboration

Here we present resources for state elected officials involved in cross-sector collaboration — tools, articles and reports about topics ranging from governors’ involvement in education to enacting legislation for transportation…