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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 37 MIN

Get Out of Town: The Conference Advantage for City Managers

from Unmuted: Voices of Leaders · host Kellye Mazzoli & Charisse Deschenes

Charisse and Kellye discuss the critical importance of attending conferences for city managers and leaders. They explore the value of networking, the return on investment, and the personal and professional growth that comes from engaging with peers. The conversation emphasizes the need to overcome guilt associated with attending conferences and offers practical tips for maximizing the experience. Ultimately, the hosts encourage listeners to embrace opportunities for connection and recharge their morale through these events.TakeawaysConferences provide essential networking opportunities.Connection is vital for city managers.Attending conferences can lead to fresh ideas.It's important to have candid conversations at conferences.Conferences can recharge your morale and prevent burnout.Planning sessions backwards helps prioritize networking.Building relationships at conferences is crucial for career growth.Overcoming guilt about attending conferences is necessary.Engaging with peers can lead to innovative solutions.Conferences are a valuable investment for personal and professional development.Chapters00:00 The Importance of Getting Out of Town05:26 Connection and Collaboration11:21   Professional Growth and Visibility17:04 Tips for Maximizing Conference Experience22:20 Encouragement to Attend Conferences

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Charisse and Kellye discuss the critical importance of attending conferences for city managers and leaders. They explore the value of networking, the return on investment, and the personal and professional growth that comes from engaging with peers. The conversation emphasizes the need to overcome guilt associated with attending conferences and offers practical tips for maximizing the experience. Ultimately, the hosts encourage listeners to embrace opportunities for connection and recharge their morale through these events.TakeawaysConferences provide essential networking opportunities.Connection is vital for city managers.Attending conferences can lead to fresh ideas.It's important to have candid conversations at conferences.Conferences can recharge your morale and prevent burnout.Planning sessions backwards helps prioritize networking.Building relationships at conferences is crucial for career growth.Overcoming guilt about attending conferences is necessary.Engaging with peers can lead to innovative solutions.Conferences are a valuable investment for personal and professional development.Chapters00:00 The Importance of Getting Out of Town05:26 Connection and Collaboration11:21   Professional Growth and Visibility17:04 Tips for Maximizing Conference Experience22:20 Encouragement to Attend Conferences

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