Show Notes: Travis Rothweiler: From Department Silos to 'One City' Episode 137 of The HaltingWinter Podcast Episode Overview Join Seth Winterhalter and Travis Rothweiler, City Manager of Twin Falls, Idaho, for an inspiring discussion about transformational leadership and organizational culture. From his early start as a city administrator at age 28 to implementing the innovative "One City" initiative, Travis shares powerful insights on breaking down departmental silos, developing leaders at all levels, and maintaining personal balance in public service. Key Takeaways How to transform traditional hierarchical structures into collaborative environmentsThe power of empowering employees to think like city managersStrategies for implementing organization-wide leadership developmentBalancing professional demands with personal well-beingThe importance of humility in executive leadershipCreating psychological safety for innovation and decision-making Career Highlights Discussed Fifth-generation Montanan turned Idaho public servantCity Administrator of Jerome, Idaho at age 28Assistant City Manager role under 32-year veteran Tom Courtney14 years as City Manager of Twin FallsDevelopment and implementation of the One City initiativeLeadership through significant economic development wins Leadership Insights Moving from expert-based to collaborative decision-makingBuilding trust through vulnerability and graceEmpowering employees to lead the budget processCreating parallel teams to solve organizational challengesThe importance of mentorship in leadership developmentBalancing family commitments with city management demands Personal Development Insights Transition from Ironman training to family prioritiesUsing fly fishing as both recreation and a leadership metaphorThe importance of setting boundaries in a 24/7 roleManaging crisis situations while maintaining personal balanceBuilding sustainable leadership practices Resources Mentioned The Leader's Lens Newsletter: Subscribe for FreeMunicipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC): Learn More HereVisit www.haltingwinter.com for more resources Connect With Seth Winterhalter LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sethwinterhalterWebsite: www.HaltingWinter.com The MLDC The Municipal Leadership Development Circle (MLDC) launched on January 6th, and to celebrate, we're giving podcast listeners 20% off an annual subscription during the month of January. Visit the link below and use the coupon code "PODCAST" when you checkout today! --> JOIN HERE