How to Be a Better Blogger
It’s more than polishing your grammar or devising the listicle to end all listicles. Being a better blogger is about focusing on quality and a devotion to your reader.
Communications
5 Ways Local Government is Transforming the Citizen Experience With Communications
We have a world in which citizens find it easier to compare pubs than public schools, to compare hotels than hospitals. It’s a missed opportunity for governments not only to improve the lives of the people they serve, but also to demonstrate their value and increase civic engagement.
The Basics of Assertive Communication
Assertive behavior is described as standing up for one’s rights without violating the rights of others. The goal of assertion is to find a mutual solution and give straight communication. Behaving with appropriate assertion increases the likelihood of success in human interaction.
Is Government Listening To Its Citizens?
Why do governments at all levels make it so difficult for those affected by policy decisions to affect those decisions?
Is “Writing a Book” on Your Bucket List?
Not where you want to be in life? The great thing is that the next five years can be completely different from the last five, if you make a few changes now.
NextGen Registration is Open
Since 2010, GovLoop and Young Government Leaders have brought together hundreds of government leaders at the two-day Next Generation of Government Training Summit. Last year, over 700 public servants representing over 50 government organizations were inspired by innovation success stories and gained important leadership skills to inspire positive change in government. Keynotes included government leadersRead… Read more »
The Best Ways to Video in Social Media
How can we use video well within our current social media channels? Here are some thoughts.
What Constitutes the Essence of Developing Great Project Teams?
Do you remember the ease of operation and the power of those results of the “great” teams of which you were a member? What elements comprised the accomplishments and successes of your great team experience?
How to Have Courageous Conversations
It is important to maintain the following conditions to ensure that the courageous conversations lead us to a brighter tomorrow
All is Not Lost
As humans, we tend to have a really BIG aversion to loss. We’re afraid of missing out on a deal. We’re afraid that the children will starve without our help. We are more attuned to avoiding a loss than the joy we may get from seeing a gain or positive experience. The people who ‘market’… Read more »