Only 37 days until Performance Appraisals are due. Here are some steps to facilitate your supervisor writing you a good performance appraisal. 1. In accordance with the elements of your performance plan, detail what you accomplished and their impact on the organization. Email the list to the supervisor. 2. Make an appointment to discuss theseRead… Read more »
CFL, LED, incandescent. The simple light bulb is clearly a think of the past, but how do modern, energy efficient bulbs differ from the incandescent versions of the past? One of the writers at cnet wondered the same thing and recently published a “regular person’s review” of the various bulbs. The color differences in theRead… Read more »
We had a huge influx of participation in the Making Mobile Gov dialogue last week. Much of it was in our new “Suggest an App” category. Some app ideas so far include iPassport – get a badge for every national park or monument that you visit. Collect and publish the latitude and longitude coordinates ofRead… Read more »
My last blog was uncharacteristic of me. I’m more comfortable telling tall tales than doing political commentary but the extraordinary events surrounding the debt ceiling crisis put me over the edge. This week I revert back to the tales. Some of you might have noticed in prior blogs and commentaries just a hint of disdainRead… Read more »
Deltek Analyst Amanda White reports. The 44th Annual IT Solutions Management for Human Services (ISM) Conference was held August 14-17, 2011, at the Hilton hotel in Austin, Texas. The theme of this year’s conference was “Enabling Change: Deep in the Heart of Technology.” The conference, sponsored by ISM, an affiliate of the America Public HumanRead… Read more »
Councils are using demographic research information to target sections of the population to encourage them to access their services online. Many local authorities are using research tools to compile and analyse statistical information about their community. A report such as this one published on Kent County Council’s website contains a wealth of information that canRead… Read more »
Direct from the recruiter’s mouth we have these top tips on how to screw up your phone interview. Follow them the next time you’re hoping not to get the job. 1. Call from the office you’re still working at. And be sure to mention how much you hate your current job. Nothing says dedicated employeeRead… Read more »
The Washington Post reports that state transportation officials are worried that another congressional stalemate could lead to a halt in construction projects nationwide, leaving thousands out of work and delays in highway and transit projects. The Washington Post reports: “Facing a Sept. 30 deadline, officials are mindful of the deadlock that occurred this month overRead… Read more »
The earthquake shakes put some things in perspective. It really made me realize the important things in life. As I get older, I value family and quality of life. Life is so precious and we have to value our jobs and accomplishments, but we have to value ordinary days when things are going well. DuringRead… Read more »
BREAKING NEWS: President Obama has just confirmed that the DC earthquake occurred on a rare and obscure fault-line, apparently known as “Bush’s Fault”. Obama also announced that the Secret Service and Maxine Waters continues an investigation of the quake’s suspicious ties to the Tea Party. Libertarians however have proven that it was caused by theRead… Read more »