RECAP: 2015 ICMA Annual Conference
Sept. 27-30
Seattle, WA
The 2015 ICMA Annual Conference in Seattle/King County hosted some excellent inspirational keynote speakers which we would like to share with you below. These are not the actual ICMA presentations, but will highlight some of their key points.
The Happiness Advantage
Through his own extensive research, author and researcher, Shawn Achor, explains how we can reprogram our brains to become more positive and fuel happiness and success.
https://www.ted.com/speakers/shawn_achor
Leadership Best Practices
There is no shortage of leadership best practices, but author, Patrick Lencioni, lays out the 5 behaviors required to put together a successful team, that should resonate with everyone.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dRKa700RaQ
Diversity
Diversity advocate, author, and consultant, Verna Myers, states that “diversity is being invited to the party, and inclusion is being invited to dance.” Myers delivers a powerful message that describes how we can recognize and actively combat our own biases.
https://www.ted.com/talks/verna_myers_how_to_overcome_our_biases_walk_boldly_toward_them?language=en