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  • 229: Jason Monroe: Commanding Chaos: What Firefighting Teaches About Leading a City Under Pressure
    Show Notes: Jason Monroe: Commanding Chaos: What Firefighting Teaches About Leading a City Under Pressure Episode 229 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Brought to you by Tyler Technologies and Zencity Overview In this episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, Seth Winterhalter sits down with Jason Monroe, City Manager of Frankfort, Kentucky. Jason’s journey is anything but ordinary, rising from a childhood of constant change to a career in firefighting and paramedicine, and now leading Kentucky’s capital city through political pressure and organizational challenges. From the adrenaline of the firehouse to the complexity of City Hall, Jason shares how adaptability, resilience, and a willingness to “step up” have defined his career. His story reveals why leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about showing up when everything feels like chaos. Connect with Jason Monroe LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jason-monroe About Our Sponsors Tyler TechnologiesWe’re also proud to be sponsored by Tyler Technologies, the largest software company in the nation dedicated exclusively to the public sector. From financial management and utility billing to citizen engagement and digital government solutions, Tyler helps communities operate more efficiently, transparently, and effectively. Learn more at Tyler Technologies Zencity This episode is made possible by Zencity, a trusted partner to hundreds of local governments worldwide. Zencity helps leaders cut through the noise of the “same ten people” by gathering real-time resident feedback across every neighborhood and demographic. With Zencity’s AI-powered tools, decisions can be made with clarity and confidence. Learn more at Zencity.io Connect with Seth Winterhalter: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com About HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions At HaltingWinter, we help local government leaders build thriving teams and resilient workplace cultures through keynotes, workshops, and leadership development programs like the Municipal Leadership Development Program (MLDC).  Learn more at HaltingWinter.com Seth's Upcoming Keynotes: 2025 Kentucky League of Cities Annual Conference & Expo September 23-26 | Owensboro, KY Details at KLC ELGL 2025 Conference | Camp Govlife October 1-3 | Santa Rose, CA Details at ELGL 2025 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar November 12-14 | Los Angeles, CA Details at CalCities 2025 Kansas City/County Management Association Annual Conference December 3-5 | Manhattan, KS Details at KCMA
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  • 228: Book of the Week: Strengths Based Leadership
    Show Notes: Book of the Week – Strengths Based LeadershipEpisode 228 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Episode Overview In this introductory episode, Seth explores how local government's obsession with well-rounded leaders is actually undermining leadership effectiveness. Drawing from Tom Rath and Barry Conchie's research in "Strengths Based Leadership," Seth challenges the unspoken expectation that city managers, county administrators, and department heads should excel at everything from budget analysis to crisis communication. Key topics include recognizing your natural leadership domain, stopping the cycle of weakness-focused development, and beginning to see team composition as the path to organizational effectiveness. Join the MLDC for the Complete 5-Part Series The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) is a network of local government leaders from across North America, including city/county managers, administrators, and department heads, giving you access to:       ✔ A weekly podcast series breaking down one book for municipal applications      ✔ Daily blog reflections and implementation tools      ✔ Our live, weekly, virtual mastermind session      ✔ Monthly webinars with relavant training from local gov leaders ➡ Learn more at www.HaltingWinter.com Resources Mentioned Book: Strengths Based Leadership by Gallup MLDC Info: www.haltingwinter.com/mldc Connect with Seth LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com
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  • 227: Doug Schulze: Rich Residents, Poor Revenues: The Reality of Leading Wealthy Cities
    Show Notes: Doug Schulze: Rich Residents, Poor Revenues: The Reality of Leading Wealthy Cities Episode 227 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Brought to you by Tyler Technologies and Zencity Overview What’s it really like to manage a city where billionaires live behind gated estates, yet the city budget barely covers the basics? In this episode, Seth Winterhalter sits down with Doug Schulze, a city manager with over 30 years of experience across Minnesota, Washington, and California. From driving a Zamboni in Sandstone, MN, to balancing the books in Medina, WA (home to Gates and Bezos), Doug’s career reveals the realities, challenges, and hidden truths of municipal leadership. This conversation dives into the misconceptions about “wealthy cities,” the pressures of leading through growth and crisis, and the weight of making bold decisions even when they cost you your job. Connect with Doug Schulze LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dougschulze/ About Our Sponsors Tyler TechnologiesWe’re also proud to be sponsored by Tyler Technologies, the largest software company in the nation dedicated exclusively to the public sector. From financial management and utility billing to citizen engagement and digital government solutions, Tyler helps communities operate more efficiently, transparently, and effectively. Learn more at Tyler Technologies Zencity This episode is made possible by Zencity, a trusted partner to hundreds of local governments worldwide. Zencity helps leaders cut through the noise of the “same ten people” by gathering real-time resident feedback across every neighborhood and demographic. With Zencity’s AI-powered tools, decisions can be made with clarity and confidence. Learn more at Zencity.io Connect with Seth Winterhalter: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com About HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions At HaltingWinter, we help local government leaders build thriving teams and resilient workplace cultures through keynotes, workshops, and leadership development programs like the Municipal Leadership Development Program (MLDC).  Learn more at HaltingWinter.com Seth's Upcoming Keynotes: 2025 Kentucky League of Cities Annual Conference & Expo September 23-26 | Owensboro, KY Details at KLC ELGL 2025 Conference | Camp Govlife October 1-3 | Santa Rose, CA Details at ELGL 2025 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar November 12-14 | Los Angeles, CA Details at CalCities 2025 Kansas City/County Management Association Annual Conference December 3-5 | Manhattan, KS Details at KCMA
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  • 226: Andrew Hart: From Embezzlement to Airports: Leading Through Cities, Counties, and Crises
    Show Notes: Andrew Hart: From Embezzlement to Airports: Leading Through Cities, Counties, and Crises Episode 226 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Brought to you by Tyler Technologies and Zencity Overview In this episode of The HaltingWinter Podcast, Seth Winterhalter sits down with Andrew Hart, Town Manager of Carmel, Maine, whose career has spanned small towns, county government, and decades of leadership across crises and change. Andrew’s story begins with early exposure to local government around his family’s dinner table, where residents came to pay taxes and talk community business. At just 24 years old, his career was baptized by fire when he uncovered embezzlement in his first town management role. From there, Andrew went on to lead the Town of Union for 15 years, serve as County Administrator for Knox County for another 16, and now guide Carmel with the humility of a leader willing to mow fields, fill potholes, and build regional collaborations. This is a journey across cities, counties, and crises that highlights the resilience, creativity, and people-first mindset required of today’s municipal leaders. Connect with Andrew Hart LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-hart About Our Sponsors Tyler TechnologiesWe’re also proud to be sponsored by Tyler Technologies, the largest software company in the nation dedicated exclusively to the public sector. From financial management and utility billing to citizen engagement and digital government solutions, Tyler helps communities operate more efficiently, transparently, and effectively. Learn more at Tyler Technologies Zencity This episode is made possible by Zencity, a trusted partner to hundreds of local governments worldwide. Zencity helps leaders cut through the noise of the “same ten people” by gathering real-time resident feedback across every neighborhood and demographic. With Zencity’s AI-powered tools, decisions can be made with clarity and confidence. Learn more at Zencity.io Connect with Seth Winterhalter: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com About HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions At HaltingWinter, we help local government leaders build thriving teams and resilient workplace cultures through keynotes, workshops, and leadership development programs like the Municipal Leadership Development Program (MLDC).  Learn more at HaltingWinter.com Seth's Upcoming Keynotes: 2025 Kentucky League of Cities Annual Conference & Expo September 23-26 | Owensboro, KY Details at KLC ELGL 2025 Conference | Camp Govlife October 1-3 | Santa Rose, CA Details at ELGL 2025 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar November 12-14 | Los Angeles, CA Details at CalCities 2025 Kansas City/County Management Association Annual Conference December 3-5 | Manhattan, KS Details at KCMA
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  • 225: Book of the Week: Surrounded By Idiots
    Show Notes: Book of the Week – Surrounded by IdiotsEpisode 225 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Episode Overview Ever walked out of a meeting thinking an intelligent colleague completely missed your point? This week, the MLDC is exploring Thomas Erikson's fascinating book "Surrounded by Idiots" and discovering why communication breakdowns aren't about intelligence; they're about fundamentally different ways of processing information. In this episode, Seth introduces the DISC personality model through Erikson's four-color system and reveals how local government leaders can transform their most frustrating interactions by learning to speak multiple "communication languages." Join the MLDC for the Complete 5-Part Series The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) is a network of local government leaders from across North America, including city/county managers, administrators, and department heads, giving you access to:       ✔ A weekly podcast series breaking down one book for municipal applications      ✔ Daily blog reflections and implementation tools      ✔ Our live, weekly, virtual mastermind session      ✔ Monthly webinars with relavant training from local gov leaders ➡ Learn more at www.HaltingWinter.com Resources Mentioned Book: Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson MLDC Info: www.haltingwinter.com/mldc Connect with Seth LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalter Website: www.HaltingWinter.com
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The HaltingWinter Podcast offers insights and strategies for city managers and municipal leaders to transform their leadership, energize their teams, and revitalize their municipalities. Hosted by Seth Winterhalter, President of HaltingWinter Municipal Solutions, we explore innovative approaches to balance personal well-being with professional growth while cultivating a vibrant workplace culture. Discover how to lead with purpose, navigate complex challenges, and deliver exceptional results for your community. Each episode provides actionable advice to help you thrive in the unique landscape of municipal leadership. Whether you're a seasoned city manager or new to municipal leadership, this podcast is your resource for personal and professional growth. Tune in and join our mission of making stronger cities through stronger leaders.
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