Nick shares how that realization led him to make difficult changes, leave an unhealthy work environment, reassess his relationships, and become far more intentional about where he spends his time and energy. He also explains why resilience is not something we develop once, but a muscle we strengthen by repeatedly proving to ourselves that we can do hard things.

Nick Kittle is a nationally recognized leader in the field of public sector innovation and author of the book, Sustainovation. At the age of 35, Nick suffered a major health scare and it would become a catalytic moment in his quest to find personal purpose and fulfillment. He would go on to ask himself the following question: "What pays my soul?"

Nick Kittle, founder of Sustainovation, explains how sustained innovation can help local government solve the number one fear in America.

We should find a way to make up our own words. If we’re limited by the words that others give us, we’re limited in how we think about it.

Once in a generation funding is coming our way. It’s incumbent upon us to not only reimagine the future, but also commit ourselves to rebuilding for that future.

In this episode of GovLove, Kirsten Wyatt talks with Nick Kittle about his work with Adams County on innovation and sustainability initiatives. Nick shares how he combats “energy vampires,” and shares his definition of “innovation.”

Innovation is not another buzzword; instead, it’s an attainable workplace culture that, when embraced, can create meaningful change in our cities, towns, and neighborhoods.

You don’t have to be a government employee to get involved in addressing infrastructure maintenance.

From building momentum to not being afraid to get fired, Nick has great advice for those wanting to make a difference.