Keeping Teams Connected When Budgets Get Cut

With the challenging budget cuts municipalities across the nation are dealing with, people working with populations that were already lacking in social and economic support have found their roles exponentially more difficult. It is probable that if you are reading this, you are an empathetic, caring person who is struggling to "keep all of the balls in the air" while your friends, family, and colleagues are in similar struggles.

I know when I'm feeling overwhelmed, that is definitely when I want to shut down. Unfortunately though, when everything is hitting the fan at the same time, shutting down is the last thing I need to do! I know all too well that if I do that, the disaster that I'm dreading is sure to show up... So here are some tools you can use to support yourself and your team to stay engaged during this difficult time.

It’s important to remember that even in the face of adversity, communication and speech are powerful tools we can use to uplift, connect, and move forward. Staying engaged doesn’t mean you have to have all the answers - it simply means showing up, listening actively, and offering encouragement when it’s needed most. In fact, one of the simplest but most effective things you can do is to be present and honest in your communicati