BoomtownUSA by Jack Schultz - “The New Ten Commandments of Community Leadership”
| July 6, 2007 |  View for printing |
“The Ten Commandments of Community Leadership” is Maury Forman’s newest book, which he co-authored with Michelle Harvey of the Association of Washington Cities. Maury is a good friend who is an icon in economic development in the northwest. This is his ninth book on economic development and one that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Each of his new ten commandments has a number of sub-headings with ideas and tools that relate to that commandment:
Thou shalt create a vision for the future
Thou shalt develop a strategic plan
Thou shalt build a sustainable economy for the next generation
Thou shalt seek public/private partnerships
Thou shalt invest in education and training
Thou shalt promote respect
Thou shalt demonstrate a high standard of ethical behavior
Thou shalt value history, art and culture
Thou shalt prepare for a global environment
Thou shalt develop future leaders
Maury and Michelle’s book is one that many ED professionals are going to want to buy for their boards and allies. To order contact Linda Alongi at LindaA@cted.wa.gov or 360-725-4031. Cost is $10
Jack Schultz is the CEO of Boomtown Institute and Agracel Inc., an industrial development firm majoring in rural America, author of Boomtown USA, and speaker. Boomtown Institute serves as an economic development mentor to communities across the United States, leading communities to realize their full potential.
Visit the Boomtown Institute website at http://www.boomtowninstitute.com Keep up with Jack as he tours the country on his blog! To learn more about Agracel visit http://www.agracel.com.
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