Roller Coasters, Revolving Doors and Reflux
Reflections on 37 Years of Public Service
Published on 20. September 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-940300-61-0 (ISBN)
Description
Government careers aren't for the weak at heart.
This book was created as a guide for those considering a career in Public Service and those who have already answered the call. Al Braithwaite has created a compendium of advice for organizations and Public Servants, from his 37 years of personal experience.
This reflection of a lifelong career experience and copious advice for those new to, and considering public service...effectively highlights the need to serve the public interest for the common good.
--Dr. Stephen Aikins, Associate Professor in the School of Public Affairs
More details
Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 9 mm
Weight
242 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-940300-61-0 (9781940300610)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
After graduating from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida (1979), and not being sure what he wanted to do for a living, he started a professional career as a High School Math Teacher/Coach. After six years, he then decided to become a lifetime public servant, getting a job in the nearby City of Madeira Beach. While employed, he pursued and acquired his MPA (Master of Public Administration) degree. During his career, he has been everything from a Recreation Supervisor to the City Manager, for four different municipalities, all in Pinellas County. This is a story about Roller Coasters encountered, Revolving Doors endured, and Reflux suffered along the way. The historical account includes episodes of crisis management, natural disasters, a pandemic and a cybersecurity "incident" that made international news, just to name a few. Enjoy the journey!