Public Works Podcast Joseph Blackman

Joining us today on the Public Works Podcast is Shane Silsby, CEO of Silsby Strategic Advisors and author of "Managing for Meteors: Preparing Local Government Leaders Before the Impact."

With decades of experience in local government leadership and a keen eye for emerging trends in leadership development, Shane is here to shed light on the current issues impacting local governments and offer a glimpse into the future of this essential sector (and how his book might help). 

You can get your own copy of “Managing for Meteors” at: https://www.amazon.com/Managing-Meteors-Preparing-Government-Leaders-ebook/dp/B0CQWSPJ42/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2O7HF2YVGKBNV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5bF3TL1Si728Dd-G7U5z8W3n02uYHlVCzu4Wieo74xlW7wUeSPh6BN-z7Dw3haR_CBUsRI9FJF6kGFryZybFzYBMjEjNAw8jwx5_sjD2AUGzGeyznRCTEMvxh77cJ9jrWNBpMquXs3_J29H2Bp-kYw.wsttJnLHC7354QHWyZNE20sre18OYVbFsOo5TZqJO6s&dib_tag=se&keywords=managing+for+meteors&qid=1713489328&s=digital-text&sprefix=managing+for+meteors%2Cdigital-text%2C118&sr=1-1 

You can find out more about the Shane’s book and the author at: https://silsby-sa.com/managing-for-meteors

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Daniella is the Program and Office Manager at Rural Water Association of Arizona. In this episode we talk about all things Rural water. We cover why rural communities need an association like AZ Rural Water. We also cover the offerings and resources that communities can benefit from by using RWAZ. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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Nicole is Talent Acquisition at Central Arkansas Water in Little Rock Arkansas. In this episode we chat about what her role consists of and some of the challenges she deals with day-to-day. We also cover topics like Legacy Programs and best practices for finding the right position for yourself. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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Brett is the Environmental Health Managerat South Carolinain  Department of Health & Environmental Control. In this episode we chat about his path from Law School to entering the Water/Wastewater field. We also chat about what its like to be an advocate for our Rural Water unsung heroes. Give the show a listen and remember to thank a local Public Works Professional.

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Eric is the Chief Operating Officer at City of San Diego in California. In this episdoe we chat about his career path that led him to the position he is currently in. We also chat about his plight against homelssness and what San Diego is doing to take the City back. Give the episode and remember to thank your local Publci Works Professionals.

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Ramiro is the Public Works Director at City of Tacoma in Washington. In this episdoe we talk about his Ecuadorian roots and how it led him into Public Works and now the Director. We also talk about his reasoning behind running and how it helps him stary level-headed within all the demands of his position. Give the show a listen and remember to thank your local Public Works Professionals.

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