Want to lead more effectively, advocate for change, and move your community to action?

You *need* storytelling.

Facts matter, but stories? They *stick*. Here's why storytelling works—and how to do it well.
electedimpact.com/stories/

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Before you say a word, your appearance has already spoken.

As a local elected official, your *visual* presence is a powerful leadership tool—one that builds trust, reinforces your values, and strengthens your influence.

Here’s how to make it work for you:
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Your city can't afford to keep its promises.

@strongtowns.bsky.social’s Finance Decoder (available in versions for both U.S. and Canadian cities) will help you understand why and figure out what to do next:

www.strongtowns.org/accounting

Before you say a word, your appearance has already spoken. 👀

As a local elected official, your visual presence is a strategic asset. It builds trust, reinforces your values, and enhances your influence. 🧵

More constituents = more issues, more requests, more *expectations.* Managing it all can be overwhelming—unless you have the right systems in place. 🧵👇

In public service, understanding people is crucial. But true leadership starts with understanding *yourself.*

Here’s why emotional intelligence is essential for leaders: 🧵👇

Sure, you’re intelligent. But without emotional intelligence, your success in elected office will only scratch the surface of its true potential. electedimpact.com/emotional-in...

Inspiring words win elections. Clear policies and tough decisions define leadership. The best elected officials master both.

“These people are members of the community that care about where they live. So what I hear when I’m being yelled at is people caring loudly at me.” - Leslie Knope, "Parks and Recreation"

If you're in public service, criticism is inevitable. How you handle it matters. 🧵👇

Whether it’s legit criticism, constructive feedback, or haters hating, the public is going to have–and share–opinions about what you say and do in your public role.

Influence isn't given—it's built.

If you want to expand your reach and maximize your influence, get your free copy of "Unseen to Unstoppable" to start making even more of an impact in elected office. electedimpact.com/unstoppable/