As the presidential election nears, talking with your coworkers has gotten increasingly treacherous. Whether you’re a Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Green, independent, or undecided voter, in order to not make enemies at work, you need to learn how to agree to disagree.
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In order for government to deliver on digital, there has to be a complete shift of mindset.
Prepare to be amazed. You might think you have your tool belt full of PowerPoint tricks, but there’s always room for one more.
Mispronouncing or incorrectly speaking as well as making fun of someone’s name demeans their identity.
Other than the cool factor of telling people where we work, your organization’s visibility is important to your work. People are more willing to partner with someone they are familiar with.
Because citizens are able to navigate consumer websites with such ease, they are beginning to expect the same quality of service when dealing with government agency’s digital platforms.
So are you a good writer? You may be. But it can be hard to know for sure. And no matter what, you can probably be better. And you don’t need an advanced degree or week-long workshop to get that way.
In a previous post, we discussed the importance of including men in conversations about women’s advancement in government. But let’s face it. That’s easier said than done. Talking to men about women’s issues can be uncomfortable. You might meet ambivalence, resistance, or even outright disdain. Alternatively, you might just have no idea how to relateRead… Read more »
The email vs. phone call debate is a bit nuanced, and not simply a zero-sum game. Let’s take a closer look at how using email and phone calls together can help you become more efficient and communicate better.