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Shutdown Ramifications (Part I): America & the World

While the government shutdown is over for now, the calamitous costs to America and the world linger. The most blatant financial costs have resulted from a major “sucker punch” to the gut of the fragile U.S. economy. This occurred at an inopportune time for America. Like a boxer absorbing a knock out blow, we wereRead… Read more »

Differentiated and Self-Paced Learning

It’s easy to understand the terms “differentiated” and “self-paced learning.” Montessori and other private schools have used these learning techniques for years, but it is beginning to sound like public schools may be getting the same treatment if higher education has its way. However, it is a big change for the public schools. Probably evenRead… Read more »

Get Clear On Your Why

Quote: “It’s important that people should know what you stand for. It’s equally important that they know what you won’t stand for.” – Mary Waldrip We often see celebrities that have reached the pinnacle of their industry receiving awards and accolades, but then we will see that same celebrity the next day sometimes getting arrested.Read… Read more »

Back from the Brink, Feds settle in – Plus the DorobekINSIDER’s 7 Stories

On GovLoop Insights’ DorobekINSIDER: After 16 long days, the government is back to work. Hundreds of thousands of workers returned to their office after three weeks of confusion and worry. However just because government is open for business it doesn’t mean things are back to normal. We get insights from Jeff Neal. But up front:Read… Read more »

Budget, Blather, Repeat – You’re back at work, now what?

After 16 long days, the government is back to work. Hundreds of thousands of workers returned to their office after three weeks of confusion and worry. However just because government is open for business it doesn’t mean things are back to normal. Jeff Neal is the Senior Vice President with ICF International. He told ChrisRead… Read more »

Are You Linkedin For Success?

“Networking is an essential part of building wealth.” – Armstrong Williams If you were to leave your job today, how fast do you think you could you get another one? Well, if you knew the right people, it probably wouldn’t take you very long at all. The more contacts you have, the more likely youRead… Read more »

Understanding the Importance of your Customers

“There is only one boss. The customer.” – Sam Walton Have you ever gone into an Apple store? If so, you probably were greeted by an enthusiastic employee wanting to know if they could help you? They will answer all the questions you have about their products and they don’t pressure you to buy. TheyRead… Read more »