Takis Talk

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Takis Talk

Gregory Diktakis

5 episodes

4 days ago

In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Christine Martin, Director and Executive Recruiter at Tripepi Smith, to discuss what it really takes to attract and retain top talent in local government. Christine shares her journey from city planner to assistant city manager to recruiting expert, offering candid insights into career growth, leadership skills, and hiring best practices for today’s city and county agencies. Whether you’re an HR professional, department head, or...

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Episodes (5/5)

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Recruiting the Right Way: Insights from Christine Martin, Director at Tripepi Smith

4 days ago

57 minutes

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Wayne Snell - Leadership Rarely Asks Permission When A City Needs You & It Depends

Building Resilient Communities: A Conversation with Wayne Snell of the City of Irving, Texas Episode guest: Wayne Snell, Director of Inspections, City of Irving, Texas Host: Greg Diktakis, Takis Talk Podcast Introduction When it comes to shaping safe, thriving cities, few voices are as insightful as Wayne Snell’s. As the Director of Inspections for the City of Irving, Texas, Wayne combines decades of field experience with a forward-thinking approach to leadership and innovation. In th...

2 weeks ago

39 minutes

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Jose Madrigal The Art of Intentional Leadership: Lessons from Durango’s City Manager

When José Madrigal became City Manager of Durango, Colorado in the middle of a pandemic and following a financial scandal, he faced a mountain of challenges — and not just the literal ones surrounding Durango. In this episode, José shares how he rebuilt trust through transparency, empowered his team with autonomy, and created a culture rooted in authenticity and family-first values. From implementing open financial reporting systems to leading with empathy and intent, José offers a masterclas...

1 month ago

56 minutes

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Code Compliance with Compassion: Ceci Muela on Leading with Heart

Takis Talk – Episode with Ceci Muela In this episode of Takis Talk, host Greg Diktakis sits down with Ceci Muela, Interim Deputy Director and Chief Building Official for the City of Oakland, to explore the balance between leadership, community service, and resilience. Ceci shares her journey from single mom to respected leader, drawing inspiration from The Alchemist and Queen Elizabeth I. Together, Greg and Ceci dive into the human side of code enforcement, the art vs. graffiti debate, and t...

1 month ago

1 hour

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The Launch Episode

Not the same old boring PowerPoint presentation. Take a listen, see what's coming. Connect at TakisTalk.com

5 months ago

1 minute