Is There a Federal Formula for Innovation?
Learn how to foster more innovation at the federal level.
Networking from the Light Side
There is arguably no more important skill for government career growth than networking. And doing it well can be the difference between landing a promotion or big project and being stuck in place. But it’s scary, and can be daunting to feel like you’re doing it well. So how do you advance? The key, weRead… Read more »
5 LinkedIn Groups Every Millennial Should Join
Millennials-Read about some LinkedIn groups you should join!
How Data Analytics Drives Real-Time and Forensic Analyses
Depending on the type of analysis agencies want to conduct — real-time or historical — there are different data gathering and analytics tools to support those efforts. Let’s take a closer look at each of these examples to better understand how they benefit government agencies.
Harness Your Data’s Power and Meet Customer Needs Through Web Apps
Web applications, which present information in visually appealing and interactive ways, are a great way to serve the needs of many customers. These apps allow you not just to open up your data, but to present it in a format specifically designed for a particular customer segment.
Go the Extra Mile for a Favor
Here’s some career advice: Make it easy for people to help you. This is how.
How State and Local Governments Can Order from GSA Schedules
If you are interested in learning what your state or local agency can buy from GSA and when, here’s a list of programs giving STLOC entities authority to purchase from GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules.
Why Facebook Pixels Are Not Allowed on Our Website
A decision we made recently at King County, Wash., regarding Facebook pixels and the social network’s ability to track user data on our website is worth sharing here. In short: Facebook ads for government can be a good thing, but the relatively new “pixel” feature is not something we have authorized.
Career Mobility Boosts Employee Engagement
Read on to discover some best practices for creating a culture of career mobility, and learn how it can strengthen your team’s overall impact.
Government Women You Should Follow on Twitter (State & Local Edition)
Last week, we listed 10 female feds that you should definitely follow on social media. But now your Twitter feed could probably use a little state and local government love, right? Don’t worry. I’ve got you covered. Here are my top ten suggestions for state and local female leaders, plus one organization, to follow onRead… Read more »