Don’t mistake humility for weakness. Kind leadership isn’t soft—it’s fair, firm, and focused on solutions. 30 years in management taught me how to balance accountability with empathy.👇
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christruitt_early-in-my-career-i-had-a-manager-who-loved-activity-7321956461335502848-_oYp?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADrdLzEBpeiZICx0Jq42fvI0loqnj_sIvYk
True leadership isn’t just surrounding yourself with people who’ll challenge you—it’s having the humility to actually listen when they do.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christruitt_one-of-the-toughest-lessons-ive-learned-activity-7319876771284148224-C734?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADrdLzEBpeiZICx0Jq42fvI0loqnj_sIvYk
As municipal managers, prioritizing your own happiness is crucial for effective leadership. A positive attitude can impact the entire organization, family & friends. Don't risk burnout, prioritize your well-being! Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christruitt_as-municipal-managers-we-often-prioritize-activity-7294159463207358464-Ru_Z #municipalmanagement #wellbeing
No, we're not changing our name from Mexico Beach to America Beach. We are the only American city named after the Gulf of Mexico...but we're not willing to change our identity. Mexico Beach is just as American as apple pie and Uncle Sam! #MexicoBeachStrong #WeAreAmerica