At ICMA-RC, our mission is clear: We help public sector employees build retirement security. But the question does come up: How do we deliver on our mission?

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As a manager, you know that local government is a demanding and stressful profession, and occasionally this stress can be beyond overwhelming – causing “burnout syndrome”.

Managers can build a culture of support and caring for their colleagues.

Let’s consider the life of a fabricated man named “Bill.” Instead of dawdling for half the day, Bill could contemplate what he’d like to achieve.

A good working relationship with members of the governing board is crucial for every local government manager.

The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners/ICMA Local Government Management Joint Fellowship Program: Reaching rural communities and the next generation of local government leaders.

A variety of suggested techniques and strategies to maximizing the likelihood of establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with your board.

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