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Resources For First-time Administrators

Public management is an art form that takes time to learn and master. This section offers resources to help newly appointed managers and executives learn how to work with council members and staff and how to create a highly-effective policy team.

    Mistakes to Avoid in Local Government Priority Setting and Five SolutionsFirst Time Administrators HandbookFive Priorities a New Leader Must Focus OnYour First Year on the JobThe First 100 Days as a City ManagerThe First 100 Days ChecklistLeadership Without Appearing PoliticalA Manager's Freshman Year