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Show Notes: Book of the Week – Leading with My Glass Half FullEpisode 234 of The HaltingWinter Podcast
Episode Overview
Municipal leaders face relentless pressures: staff turnover, budget constraints, political tensions, rising community expectations, and constant media scrutiny. In this environment, optimism can feel like a luxury you can't afford. But what if optimism is actually the key to solving these exact problems?
In this episode, Seth explores insights from Peter Crichton's "Leading with My Glass Half Full" and reveals why optimistic leadership isn't just a nice personality trait, it's a strategic approach that transforms organizational culture and effectiveness.
Crichton spent over 40 years in local government, including nearly 20 years as Cumberland County Manager in Maine. His approach to maintaining hope and effectiveness despite real constraints offers a roadmap for municipal leaders who want to build resilient, high-performing organizations.
Join the MLDC for the Complete 5-Part Series
The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) is a network of local government leaders from across North America, including city/county managers, administrators, and department heads, giving you access to: ✔ A weekly podcast series breaking down one book for municipal applications ✔ Daily blog reflections and implementation tools ✔ Our live, weekly, virtual mastermind session ✔ Monthly webinars with relevant training from local gov leaders
➡ Learn more at www.HaltingWinter.com
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Show Notes: Book of the Week – Leading with My Glass Half FullEpisode 234 of The HaltingWinter Podcast
Episode Overview
Municipal leaders face relentless pressures: staff turnover, budget constraints, political tensions, rising community expectations, and constant media scrutiny. In this environment, optimism can feel like a luxury you can't afford. But what if optimism is actually the key to solving these exact problems?
In this episode, Seth explores insights from Peter Crichton's "Leading with My Glass Half Full" and reveals why optimistic leadership isn't just a nice personality trait, it's a strategic approach that transforms organizational culture and effectiveness.
Crichton spent over 40 years in local government, including nearly 20 years as Cumberland County Manager in Maine. His approach to maintaining hope and effectiveness despite real constraints offers a roadmap for municipal leaders who want to build resilient, high-performing organizations.
Join the MLDC for the Complete 5-Part Series
The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) is a network of local government leaders from across North America, including city/county managers, administrators, and department heads, giving you access to: ✔ A weekly podcast series breaking down one book for municipal applications ✔ Daily blog reflections and implementation tools ✔ Our live, weekly, virtual mastermind session ✔ Monthly webinars with relevant training from local gov leaders
➡ Learn more at www.HaltingWinter.com
Resources Mentioned
Connect with Seth

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