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5 Predictions for What Will Happen in Government in 2016
Psychic skills aren’t required to make predictions about the most pressing issues that agencies will be working on over the next year.
12 Most Impressive Government Successes of 2015
As another year comes to an end, it’s time to celebrate the top successes achieved by U.S. government agencies in 2015. Agencies have exceeded goals, supported civil rights, created new opportunities for individuals, protected people’s wellness, and broadened our view of the universe. Rather than dwell on downers or let politics foul the mood, let’s… Read more »
Naughty or Nice: Which Government Agencies Made Santa’s List in 2015?
We’ve made a list and checked it twice. Are you ready to find out which U.S. government agencies belong on Santa’s naughty and nice lists for 2015? Grab a glass of eggnog and get ready to toast government’s highs and lows. Naughty Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Earlier this year, hackers nabbed the records of an estimated 22 millionRead… Read more »
22 Gift Ideas for Government Coworkers That Don’t Break Ethics Rules
Giving gifts to government colleagues is tricky business. At the federal level, strict rules govern gifts between government employees. What memorable gifts can you get for your government coworkers that follow the rules?
Beat Holiday Stress By Being Grateful
A consistent practice of gratitude is what’s really good for you. Besides personal perks like improved physical and emotional health, being a grateful person can help you reach your career goals. It helps you be more likable, makes you a more effective manager, helps you network and get mentors, and improves your decision making capabilities… Read more »
How to Lead Your Team Out of a Blamestorm
Your team is talking about a tough slog of a project that hasn’t been going well. Milestones have slipped. Deliverables haven’t been delivered. Rather than determining how you can move forward together, your team is fixated on finding someone to blame for what went wrong. Tempers flare as everyone points their finger at everyone else…. Read more »
8 Essential Books on Government Leadership
Leadership is a skill you can get better at. To become a better leader takes intention, thoughtful reflection, strategic personal goal setting, practice, and a whole lot of reading.
Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, or Darth Vader: What’s Your Leadership Style?
Even though they take place in a galaxy far, far away, there’s a lot to learn about leadership from the Star Wars movies.
7 Fun Halloween Costume Ideas Inspired by Government
Halloween is nearly here. Don’t let choosing a Halloween costume scare you. There’s costume inspiration everywhere—including in government.