{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"248: The Secret Sauce of Small Town Success: Leadership, Community, and Showing Up with Liesl Seabert","description":"What actually makes a small town thrive? Hint: it\u2019s not population size, location, or luck. It\u2019s leadership. In this episode of The Found Podcast, Molly sits down with Liesel Seabert of the University of Northern Iowa Institute for Decision Making to talk about the real, often overlooked work behind strong communities and why leadership development might be the most important investment we\u2019re not talking about enough. From moving to Iowa without knowing a single person to becoming one of the most connected leaders in the state, Liesel shares how showing up, building relationships, and embracing discomfort shaped her path and how those same principles can transform any community. If you\u2019ve ever wondered how to make a bigger impact where you live, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about what\u2019s possible. What You\u2019ll Hear in This Episode Why leadership\u2014not location\u2014is the true driver of thriving communities How to build connection when you\u2019re new (and know no one) The \u201cdomino effect\u201d that helps small towns gain momentum Why starting small is the key to long-term success The real reason volunteer burnout happens and how to prevent it How to plug into Iowa\u2019s hidden network of resources and support Why the next generation of leaders might be the most important investment we make Resources & Links University of Northern Iowa Institute for Decision Making Iowa Rural Development Council Empower Rural Iowa Iowa Leadership Exchange ","author_name":"The Found Podcast with Molly Knuth","author_url":"http:\/\/www.mollyknuthmedia.com\/podcast","html":"