The HaltingWinter Podcast

146: Navigating Two Minds in Municipal Leadership


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Show Notes: "Navigating Two Minds in Municipal Leadership" Episode 146 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Part 1 of 5: "Thinking Fast and Slow" Series

Episode Overview Seth Winterhalter explores how Daniel Kahneman's fascinating research on decision-making applies directly to municipal leadership. Discover how understanding the two thinking systems in your brain can transform your effectiveness as a city manager and elevate your leadership approach when facing complex municipal challenges.

Key Takeaways

  • The crucial distinction between "fast thinking" and "slow thinking" in leadership decision-making
  • Why your reliable leadership instincts can sometimes undermine strategic effectiveness
  • How to recognize when each thinking system serves you best in municipal governance
  • Practical strategies for engaging your analytical mind when automatic responses aren't optimal

Leadership Application Examples

  • Navigating political dynamics with both quick instinct and thoughtful analysis
  • Transforming how you approach council presentations and community engagement
  • Balancing crisis response with strategic consideration of broader implications
  • Recognizing when your thinking patterns may be limiting organizational innovation

Resources Mentioned

  • Book: "Thinking, Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman
  • Weekly Newsletter - The Leader's Lens (free subscription)
  • Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC)

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Connect With Seth

  • LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter
  • Website: www.HaltingWinter.com
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