From the Inside: 20 Years of Professional Lessons

From the Inside: 20 Years of Professional Lessons

After twenty years in the government and political world, I’ve learned that success isn’t built solely on policies, strategies, or speeches. It’s built on people. Relationships are the true foundation of achievement in public service. The longer I’ve worked in this...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Stop Overloading the Wrong Part of Your Brain at Work – Why should leaders not rely solely on individual hacks to support better...
Lessons from 33 Years in the Industry

Lessons from 33 Years in the Industry

After more than three decades in Lansing, I’ve learned that while faces may change, the legislative calendar and process are very cyclical, and many of the policy issues stay the same.  Understanding that rhythm has made me more effective in my work. Legislative...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. How to Lead When the Conditions for Success Suddenly Disappear – What tools can a leader use to remain successful during ever-changing...
Finding My Niche

Finding My Niche

I first remember learning about the three branches of government in fourth grade and deciding that I wanted to work in one of those branches – the legislature. What I didn’t understand at that age was just how many pieces come together to create a functioning...