Posts By Marquiesha Gillispie

Career, Leadership, Professional Development

We Can Do Both: Military Spouses & Careers

Military spouses suffer from the assumption that their careers are secondary to their partner’s military obligations. But they can forge valuable careers, especially in government.

Career, Diversity Equity Inclusion, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Well-Being

Planting Roots on the Move

For military spouses planting roots may more challenging than for most. Find out more about ways to face this challenge successfully.

Career, Diversity Equity Inclusion, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Policy

A New Era for Military Spouses in Federal Employment

The new Domestic and Extended Telework Opportunities (DETO) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) aims to revolutionize federal employment for military spouses by expanding overseas telework opportunities.

Employee Experience, Human Resources

Remote Work Positions for Military Spouses

Federal agencies are actively converting jobs to remote to better accommodate military families.

Career, Diversity Equity Inclusion, Employee Experience, Policy, Well-Being

Spotlight on Support: Introducing the Family Readiness Act

The Family Readiness Act promises military families a more supportive, stable environment, and ultimately strengthens our military’s operational readiness. Here’s what you should know about the law and its impacts.

Employee Experience, Human Resources, Professional Development

Ensuring the Future: Succession Plans in Federal Agencies

Good succession planning can enhance an agency’s continuity, stability, and adaptability. It also improves morale and helps retain staff. Here are some tips for making your own succession plan.

Career, Human Resources

Translating Military Spouse Resumes

Military spouses face unique challenges in their career paths. But they gain resilience, adaptability, and valuable skills that employers should learn to recognize.

Diversity Equity Inclusion, Employee Experience, Leadership

Federal Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Unite and Change

Employee Resource Groups can boost engagement, retention and innovation. Here are some tips for establishing effective ERGs.

Career, Diversity Equity Inclusion, Employee Experience, Human Resources, Well-Being

Beyond the Job Offer: Enhancing Federal Retention for Military Spouses

Military spouses face unique employment challenges that federal agencies must understand, allow for, and help people overcome.

Communications, Employee Experience, Leadership, Project Management

Overcoming Hurdles: Federal Government Interagency Collaboration

Federal interagency collaboration is vital, but difficult. Learn how to overcome the greatest hurdles and create a culture of greater unity.