Special districts bring together people from all backgrounds to work together with a common goal. But with a diverse group of people, there are bound to be personality conflicts. Here are some tips for dealing with problems and the strong... (Read More)

We’re all guilty of procrastination from time to time. When it happens every so often, it’s probably not a big deal. When it starts happening more and more, that’s when it can start to cause problems. Here are some of the reasons to not get... (Read More)

Do you ever feel like you’re a slave to the different screens you have in your life? It should come as no surprise that most of us have more than one electronic device we check on a regular basis. Do you ever feel like you just can’t process all... (Read More)

Problems in life come in all forms. Unfortunately, when it happens in your district, it can cause bigger headaches and make other problems in your life seem like a walk in the park. Here are some helpful tips for calming the situation and dealing... (Read More)

In the crazy world of social media, there is no shortage of ways to connect with people. But what kind of people are you trying to connect with? If you’re on social media for the social aspect, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram (to name a few) are... (Read More)

One of the characteristics of a leader is the ability to help people improve and be better. That quest for improvement usually comes in the form of criticism and feedback. The word “criticism” has a negative connotation, but it certainly... (Read More)

The new year is rapidly approaching, which means it's time to start thinking about what you want your district to accomplish in 2016. Do you want to strengthen communication between board members or maybe try to get the community more involved with... (Read More)

During this time of year, it's not uncommon for people to reflect back on the past year and think about what the future holds. The same can be said for special service districts as well. Learning from the past and setting strong goals for the future... (Read More)

The business lunch can be tricky and learning to navigate it can mean the difference between success and failure. Don’t be fooled into thinking the business lunch is a casual, carefree meeting environment because it absolutely isn’t. If closing... (Read More)