Janice Allen Jackson, In Action

Local government doesn’t have a process problem. It has a people problem. That’s the bold but deeply accurate statement from this week’s guest on The HaltingWinter Podcast, Janice Allen Jackson. With decades of experience as a city and county manager in Georgia and the Carolinas, Janice has seen firsthand how policies and procedures can only go so far when the real issues stem from leadership gaps, cultural toxicity, and organizational fear. Now an executive coach, Janice works with public sector leaders across the country, not just to help them survive the job, but to transform how they show up and how their organizations operate. This episode is for every local government leader who’s felt stuck in the grind of process, burned by public perception, or unsure how to rebuild a team that’s already halfway out the door.

Their slogan is "There IS a better way," and they help clients find it. Meet Janice Allen Jackson, the host of the Local Matters Podcast of Georgia, where they discuss topics that help people become more engaged and more confident voters. This is a timely conversation. Join us.

Janice is the Principal of Janice Allen Jackson & Associates LLC. Janice has spent many years in the Public Sector before using her gift/skills/talents helping municipalites navigate the waters of current day. We discuss an interesting concept of "Startup

I LOVED having the tables turned! Dhrmaine Bradley is a dedicated Podcaster and fabulous interviewer, so he asked non-traditional questions which really caused me to dig deep.

We discuss how life doesn't always give what you want, and how finding your comfort zone limits your personal and professional growth.

Local Matters Host Janice Allen Jackson talks about why she chose to pursue a career in local government, homelessness, and why it is so important that we expose young people to the the profession.

Janice Allen Jackson, host of the Local Matters Podcast stopped by to preview the mayoral election. The former Administrator for Augusta tells us about the workings of Augusta's government offices and how political actors and administrators make a difference and get things done in Augusta. We also break down the upcoming election, from the mayoral candidates to the commission and judicial races, so if you're looking to make an informed vote give this (and her show) a listen.

Janice Allen Jackson, city manager of Stonecrest, Georgia, discusses the expected and unexpected challenges when undertaking the immense task of starting a new city. We dive into the reasoning and context on why and when a location may want to break off an existing city or county jurisdiction to create their own city, how to overcome the many challenges–like logistics to gaining and keeping community support–and how the form of government makes a huge difference.