VIDEO OF THE MONTH: "How to Leverage Being an Introvert" with Simon Sinek
Some of the greatest leaders you've never heard of are introverts. The one thing all great leaders have in common is an undying belief in their cause.
ARTICLE OF THE MONTH: "Leadership in Tough Times: Remember Our Public Works Mission" by Jeffrey A. Wilson, P.E.
When things are uncertain, it is natural for people to look to strong leaders for answers, guidance, and best practices.
We all recognize that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused sharp drops in employment and economic growth. We have seen widespread interruption to our economy. This has created unprecedented disruptions to life as we know it, with serious impacts to households, businesses, and state and local governments. Many state and local government agencies are facing huge revenue shortfalls, economic slowdown, overstretched health systems, and a concerned workforce.
A look back in our history
Governments are judged by their ability to provide essential infrastructure during a time of crisis. Public infrastructure includes facilities, structures, equipment, services and institutions that are essential to the economy and quality of life of the nation, region or city.
All of us at the T2 Center want to congratulate Bill Watkins, who has been named Director of Public Works for the Town of Coventry. Bill was a graduate of our first TLP cohort, and we are so very happy for his success.
Make sure to touch base with us if you receive a new job or a promotion; we would love to share it in our Alumni News!And don’t forget to keep in touch with your TLP cohort friends. It is a great network throughout your career.
AASHTO'S ETAP Podcast: Women in Transportation with Paula Hammond
In this episode of the ETAP Podcast, Paula Hammond – market leader-multimodal at consulting firm WSP USA and a former secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation – talks about the career challenges and opportunities for women in the transportation industry.
