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Effective goal-setting to reach your goals

Published on April 6, 2020
Bridging from current reality to the desired future is simpler than you think!
Facilitative Leadership: An approach to better meetings

Published on January 10, 2020
Effective use of easy-to-learn skills, tools and techniques help boost productivity help people meet critical outcome-oriented objectives.
Working well with other generations can serve as a win in the workplace

Published on December 20, 2019
Generational differences in the workplace can be a challenge or an opportunity. What can you do to make it a great match?
Public hearing is not only way to involve the public

Published on December 18, 2019
There are many ways to effectively involve the public beyond the public hearing.
Conflict can be resolved if opposing positions and interests are clearly understood.

Published on December 10, 2019
Using “both/and” thinking can move parties toward solutions.
NCI to Launch New Training Curriculum in 2020

Published on November 18, 2019
The MSU National Charrette Institute is set to debut their new training curriculum in 2020, which will combine the Core and Advanced courses into one, plus add new content.
Code of conduct for planning commissioners and zoning board of appeals members

Published on November 7, 2019
Use of a code of conduct/oath of office is recommended for planning commissioner and zoning board of appeals members. It helps underscore a person’s role, expected behavior, and differences between elected officials and members of administrative bodies.
Ensuring public participation in meetings takes work and organization

Published on October 8, 2019
Meaningful public participation requires some very basic communication skills. Remember the key components of planning effective meetings.
How to effectively manage the talkative and silent members of a group

Published on December 18, 2018
How to effectively manage the talkative and silent members of a group.
Meeting minutes made easy: Part 2

Published on December 17, 2018
Sample meeting minutes according to Roberts Rules of Order Newly Revised