Want steady pay, rock-solid job security, great healthcare, and an incredible pension? Welcome to Ground Floor Government. We’ve interviewed over 150 local government professionals from all walks of life who have built thriving careers from the ground up. Now, they’re sharing the insider secrets and practical insights so anyone\u2014regardless of your current skill level\u2014can break into public service and build a secure, rewarding future.<\/p>\n
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Understanding the Role of County Government (with Melissa Agard) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 86 From Community Organizer to County Executive (with Steuart Pittman) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 85<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n From Community Organizer to County Executive (with Steuart Pittman) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 85<\/a><\/p>\n From Administrative Assistant to City Clerk (with Addie Balester) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 84<\/a><\/p>\n From Secret Service to County Leadership (with Harold Collins) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 83<\/a><\/p>\n\n Navigating the Challenges of Local Government (with Ricky Hatch) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 82<\/a><\/p>\n From Minimum Wage to City Clerk (with Melissa Coyne) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 81<\/a><\/p>\n Unlocking Opportunities in Local Government (with Tom Stolz) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 80<\/a><\/p>\n Leadership Lessons from a County Administrator (with Patrick Bloomingdale) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 79<\/a><\/p>\n The Impact of IT on Community Services (with Kent English) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 77<\/a><\/p>\n How to Succeed as a Clerk of Council (with Julie Gibbons) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 76<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating Challenges in Government IT (with Bob Henderson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 75<\/a><\/p>\n A Journey in Public Service (with Joseph Vizard) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 74<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating the IT Landscape in Local Government (with Rolland Kornblau) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 73<\/a><\/p>\n The Journey of a City Clerk (with Russell Jones) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 72<\/a><\/p>\n The Journey of a County Executive (with Mark Hendrickson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 71<\/a><\/p>\n From Tech Enthusiast to County Clerk (with John Warren) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 70<\/a><\/p>\n From Private Sector to Public Service (with Dan Hoffman) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 69<\/a><\/p>\n From Civil Engineer to Public Leader (with Weston Young) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 68<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating Crises in Local Government (with Justin Clifton) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 67<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating a Career in Local Government (with Louise Miller) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 66<\/a><\/p>\n The Journey of a City Manager (with James Fisher) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 64<\/a><\/p>\n From Newsrooms to Government (with Nancy Leuenhagen) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 63<\/a><\/p>\n From Broadcasting to Public Service (with Jamie Kindred) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 62<\/a><\/p>\n From News Anchor to Local Government Leader (with Laura Christmas) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 61<\/a><\/p>\n From HR to City Manager (with Jennifer Poirrier) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 60<\/a><\/p>\n Unlocking Opportunities: Internships in Local Government (with Elke Johnson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 59<\/a><\/p>\n The People Behind Local Government (with Kendal Francis) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 58<\/a><\/p>\n From Stay-at-Home Mom to City Clerk (with Lisa Kent) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 57<\/a><\/p>\n From TV Reporter to Public Relations Expert in Local Government (with Stu Gooden) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 56<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating Local Government: Insights from a City Clerk (with Marie Balthrop) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 55<\/a><\/p>\n From Housewife to City Clerk: A Journey of Growth (with Shawn Campbell) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 54<\/a><\/p>\n The Role of City Clerks in Community Service (with Mark Messey) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 53<\/a><\/p>\n Mastering Local Government Communication: Lessons from Green Bay (with Michael Bergman) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 52<\/a><\/p>\n From Temp to City Clerk (with Nicole Gwyn) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 51<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating Local Government Communications (with Shelby Abner) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 50<\/a><\/p>\n The Journey of a City Clerk (with Rosemarie Call) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 49<\/a><\/p>\n The Power of Storytelling in Civic Engagement (with Sam Toles) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 48<\/a><\/p>\n The Role of a City Clerk in Community Transparency (with Rosa Govea Acosta) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 47<\/a><\/p>\n From Crossing Guard to City Clerk (with Tina Mastroianni) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 46<\/a><\/p>\n Mastering Systems and People Skills (with James Mckechnie) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 45<\/a><\/p>\n From HR to County Leadership (with Julie Karins) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 44<\/a><\/p>\n Managing Elections and Community Impact (with Jessica Bailey) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 43<\/a><\/p>\n A Passion for Public Service (with Valerie Lemmie) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 42<\/a><\/p>\n From Humble Beginnings to City Management (with Tommy Gonzalez) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 41<\/a><\/p>\n From Marine to Mayor: Journey in Local Government (with Nick Edwards) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 40<\/a><\/p>\n From Media to Municipal Leadership (with Hombre Darby) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 39<\/a><\/p>\n Mastering Local Government: Strategies for Turnaround and Impact (with Harry Black) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 38<\/a><\/p>\n 10 Lessons on Successful Government Tech Projects (with Hana Schank) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 37<\/a><\/p>\n Firefighter to County Manager: A Journey of Public Service (with Eric Mosley) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 36<\/a><\/p>\n Breaking Barriers in Local Government (with Donesia Gause) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 35<\/a><\/p>\n The Art of Budgeting in Local Government (with Donald Duncan) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 34<\/a><\/p>\n Soldier to City Manager: A Unique Journey (with Dean Huard) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 33<\/a><\/p>\n How Do You Go From Student to Clerk? (with Andrew Ghobrial) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 32<\/a><\/p>\n From Youth Council to Local Government (with Caitlan Biggs) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 31<\/a><\/p>\n Unlocking Opportunities in Local Government (with Anthony Mejia) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 30<\/a><\/p>\n Navigating a Career in Local Government (with Blaine Oborn) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 29<\/a><\/p>\n From Classroom to City Hall (with Angela Allen) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 28<\/a><\/p>\n The Journey of a City Clerk (with Belinda Munson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 27<\/a><\/p>\n Innovative Budgeting in Local Government (with Andrew Kleine) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 26<\/a><\/p>\n From Roller Blades to Township Clerk in Clinton Township (with Kim Meltzer) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 24<\/a><\/p>\n Rebranding, Civic Pride, and Trust in Government in East Hartford (with Marissa Baum) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 23<\/a><\/p>\n Marketing and Communications in City Government (with Tai Lieu) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 22<\/a><\/p>\n How Finance Powers Every City Department (with Matthew Lue) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 20<\/a><\/p>\n Lessons from a 30-Year Career in City Government (with Corrine Lindo) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 19<\/a><\/p>\n A Century of Service in Jackson County (with Chris Walker) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 17<\/a><\/p>\n Building Thriving Communities Through Technology (with Bob Leek) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 16<\/a><\/p>\n Turning Challenges into Change in Local Government (with Dayna Williams-Hunter) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 15<\/a><\/p>\n From Police Chief to City Manager (with Dr. Jonathan Flores) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 14<\/a><\/p>\n Lessons from a Vendor Who Never Sleeps (with Dana Healy) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 13<\/a><\/p>\n “This is a marathon and not a sprint” (with William Whitson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 12<\/a><\/p>\n Serving to Connect People and Governance (with Mayra Rios) | Grond Floor Governemtn Ep. 11<\/a><\/p>\n Elections take over everything (with Aileen Dickson) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 10<\/a><\/p>\n The Youngest Citywide Official in Des Plaines History (with Dominik Bronakowski) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 9<\/a><\/p>\n Leading with Listening and Service (with Vanessa Joseph) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 8<\/a><\/p>\n Balancing Laws, Citizens, and City Growth (with Deborah Sorensen) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 6<\/a><\/p>\n Governance Precedes Finance (with Mark Funkhouser) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 5<\/a><\/p>\n From Unpaid Intern to Division Head at 23 in Danville (with Rheanna Ollis) | Ground Floor Government Ep. 4<\/a><\/p>\n