Career Singular Sensation Paradox
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Lessening the Pain of Performance Management
The first thing I learned about performance management when I entered federal service was quite clear: it’s a huge stressor for everyone. There are few topics quicker to engender eye rolls, sighs, or head shaking. No one likes talking about it, and dealing with it is downright painful. So why is this? There are many… Read more »
How to Talk Politics in the Office
Learn how to talk politics the right way in the office.
How To Decide When it’s Time to Quit
Leaving a job is hard but sometimes necessary. Learn the tell tale signs that you should start looking for your next gig.
Can Differences Make Us Better?
How can your differences with your colleagues help you foster stronger relationships?
Beware the Sith Mentor
Good mentors can help you succeed in your public service career. Beware of the bad mentors who use mentoring to advance his or her career at the expense of the mentee’s career. In this article, I help you spot and avoid the Sith Mentor.
Should Government Post Bad News?
Learn when you should and shouldn’t report bad news.
Women’s History Month: She Made the U.S. Senate “A Place Where Women Belong”
Learn more about Barbra Mikulski, the longest-serving woman in the history of the U.S. Congress.
Four Steps to Ease (Squeeze) Professional Development into Your Jam-Packed Schedule
Learn how you can fit professional development into the busiest of schedules.
Snowflake Performance Reviews
A case for constructive criticism.