Slocum's 8 Principles of Good Government

1. Set goals - develop a plan to reach them and act. Results matter!
2. Remember that change is hard and not everyone will agree with the plan. 
3. Be personally accountable and accessible.
4. Be honest and act with integrity. Build trust. Do the right thing. Do the fair thing.
5. Acknowledge mistakes and learn from them.
6. Do whatever it takes to get the job done for the people.
7. Respect and value people. Honor their work. Build leadership and cultivate talent.
8. Never forget that you work for the people.