Posts By Jerry Cooney

Career, Communications, Human Resources, Learning, Professional Development

Job Interviews, Part II of II – Practice Leads to Mastery

Practicing for a job interview is super-important — but so frequently overlooked. Here’s why it’s necessary, what steps you can take and where you can find critical Q&A examples.

Communications, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Learning, Professional Development

Job Interviews, Part I of II – The Mini-Guide to Interviewing Successfully

A successful job interview is critical when looking for a new position. Here are seven specific, tangible, real-world tips to guide you.

Career, Communications, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Learning, Professional Development, Well-Being

Winning Career Tips

A featured contributor offers advice for building and maintaining a happy, rewarding career — and finding personal fulfillment along the way.

Career, Communications, Employee Experience, Learning, Professional Development, Well-Being

Climbing the Ladder of Career Success in the Public Sector: Dos and Don’ts

Like making a perfect recipe, growing your public-sector career requires not only the right mix of ingredients and planning, but also steady, attentive cooking, and constant stirring and seasoning.

Employee Experience, Human Resources

The Top 4 Trends Shaping Public Sector Recruitment

In 15 years or less, the US will be facing severe labor shortages. The public sector needs to prepare. Here are four trends to consider.

Communications, Employee Experience, Leadership, Professional Development

The Relationship Between a Supervisor and Staff

The relationship between supervisors and their staff is critical, and each party has responsibility to help foster mutual respect, high productivity and enterprise success. Here’s what that involves.

Career, Professional Development

Building a Stellar Resume for Public Sector Employment

An expertly crafted resume is the key to unlocking the doors of public sector employment. Here are some of the fine points to producing a superior resume.

Career, Communications, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Leadership, Professional Development

The Powerful Role of Ongoing Feedback in Fed Gov Workplaces

Regularly scheduled dialogues between staff and supervisors can foster a culture of open communication, professional growth, and high morale and engagement.

Career, Learning, Professional Development

Being the Best Version of You: Surviving and Thriving in a Federal Government Career

The Federal Government is its own unique ecosystem that calls for your best self. To thrive in it, follow these suggestions.

Career, Communications, Human Resources, Learning, Social Media

Prepare & Persevere: Navigating the Challenging Rivers of a Fed Gov Job Search

Applying for a government job requires planning, patience and belief in yourself. Here is real-world guidance for securing a federal position.