Your role as an ED Practitioner goes beyond "marketing" a community. Your role is actually to create and repair, but fairness and thoughtfulness must be leading drivers.
This episode offers thoughts on the current labor pool and employment cannibalism.
Despite the title, this is not a 10-point guide to public nudity, but rather a discussion of mindset and fulfillment of you bringing unique creativity to the table. YOU matter. YOU need to be YOU, not just a character that fits the job description.
You deserve an emotional and creative break...it may also be the shot in the arm you've been needing!
We've come a long way in the Economic Development profession, but we're not done yet.
Understanding the goals and pressures of each entity in a given project is vital...and powerful!
You CANNOT Be Timid and Successful in Economic Development
Different stakeholders require different information.
Here's an efficient jump start to economic development efforts if you're new to the industry, have recently been hired for an ED role or if your community simply lacks a plan of attack.
Hint: "Those people" are the ones who keep your economy rolling...you need "those people."
Tips for Resumes and Interviews...moving your ED career forward.
Ask better questions and listen to your gut. If it's too good to be true, sounds like BS or doesn't enhance your community, call it out.
The CEcD is the gold standard in economic development educational proficiency, but the exam is challenging if you don't have a viable preparation and study strategy. Here are some tips to get you across the finish line!
Go beyond the questions of a Request For Information...Discover what the prospect REALLY desires.
Don't merely present data to prospects...present yourself!
Who we are and why we're here...for you, the ED Pro!