Becoming a Govie Gal
How and why I got into public service.
Career
The Decreasing Importance of Your Supervisor
In the past, an employee’s relationship with their direct supervisor was found to be one of the most influential factors on whether or not the employee enjoyed their job. However, this dynamic has begun to change.
Keep Your Sanity: 10 Ways to Balance Work and Life in Gov
10 tips to maintaining work-life balance.
Part 2: Are you a Know It All and Don’t Know It?
The “mom” rule – a simple rule to use to get the feedback you need. Make sure you aren’t the know it all in your next meeting.
How New Leaders Can Cultivate an Inclusive Culture Through Differentiated Leadership (Part 1)
Learn what differentiated leadership is and why it matters.
Millennial Spotlight: How Millennials Innovate Local Government
In this months millennial spotlight, see how a state and local govie used an understanding of the locality, new technologies, and an innovation strategy to transform innovation practices in Texas municipalities.
Dear Dr. Plant
My colleagues placed a pretty yellow Bromeliad on my desk to welcome me back after the loss of my grandmother. It felt good. Doctors have confirmed: office plants are good for mental and physical health.
7 Simple Acts of Kindness for a Better Workplace
We know a workplace culture of kindness has the power to make our daily grind more meaningful and effective. But how do we get there? Here are some simple, practical ways we can show kindness to our colleagues and begin this ripple effect we all want to see at work.
5 Ways to Better Manage New Mothers at Work
Returning to work after an extended absence is always hard. You have to get your mind back in the office mode, readjust to a stricter schedule, and figure out how to meet your personal obligations with less time on your hands. Then, consider if you’re a new mother. You have a whole new person toRead… Read more »
My 6 Sayings for Success
How to move forward in the face of adversity.