Government and business might seem worlds apart, but strategic planning bridges the gap. On this episode of the Measure Success Podcast, we talk with Andy Takata, a city manager with decades of experience.
Andy shares lessons from his career, including:
- How public sector planning can inspire private sector strategy
- Avoiding distractions to focus on long-term goals
- Building habits that balance strategic success and personal life
Tune in to hear his insights, along with fascinating stories from officiating water polo at the Olympics.
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
The city of DuPont, Washington)
Andy Takata on LinkedIn)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cityofdupontwa)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityofDuPont/)
“If it Ain’t Broke…Break It!: And Other Unconventional Wisdom for a Changing Business World”) by Robert J. Kriegel and Louis Palter
“Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don’t”) by Jim Collins
“For the Love of Cities”) by Peter Kageyama
“The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People”) by Stephen R. Covey
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