In the second in a series of posts, PlannersWeb recently posted the results of a poll asking: "What are the skills you’ve found most important in serving on a planning commission?"
After analyzing the responses of 170 planners, PlannersWeb grouped responses into five categories, including the three most popular responses: "Communication Skills in Writing or Public Speaking, "Listening," and "Patience."
The article sharing the results of the poll goes on to detail responses and insights from each of the seven categories.
FULL STORY: Most Important Skills for Planning Staff to Have
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