Making it Work in the First 100 Days
In order to have a successful first 100 days, career civil servants and incoming appointees need to work together to keep the system running.
Leadership
Give the Gift that Removes All Doubt
There’s a gift you can give every day to the people you work with—bosses, peers, subordinates. It doesn’t cost a dime, and it pays out major dividends in terms of positive culture and good working relationships.
5 Things Feds Need to Know Right Now About Transition News
Although it’s only been a week since the inauguration, changes in federal government have been coming fast. It’s a lot to keep track of. But, it’s crucial for federal employees and people who work with the government to stay informed about new developments.
Winter Blues? Appreciation Can Help
Now that we are fully into 2017 and facing long, dark winter days with few days off from work, leaders need to take a hard look at how to support and encourage team members. This is the time of year (especially for those who like sunlight) that people often drag themselves through the day.
11 Tips on Grooming Yourself for Leadership
For some in government, January can mark the beginning of, or next step in, a plan to reach a leadership position. Here, I’m sharing some tips on grooming yourself for the leadership role you desire to get your 2017 off to a great start.
Helping People With Disabilities Prepare for Disaster
If you are disabled, it’s more likely you’ll be adversely affected by disaster than someone without a disability. We have a responsibility to take care of ourselves as much as possible, and not put others at risk if we can help it. During an emergency, things may come down to whether we’ve made any advanced… Read more »
4 Ways to Deal with the Hiring Freeze
On Monday, President Trump issued an executive order immediately freezing federal hiring with exemptions for military and public safety employees. Although many details are still unknown, here are four strategies to keep your agency on track during the freeze.
Energy. Passion. Inspiration. Empowerment.
In a world full of change and uncertainty, 700 public servants come together, meeting in the nation’s capital, to fight bureaucracy and red tape. They are the Next Generation of Government. Since 2010, the NextGen Training Summit has helped over 4,500 government employees take their careers to the next level with inspirational speakers and tacticalRead… Read more »
How Can Leaders Prepare for What’s Ahead in 2017?
What are the key trends that will affect organizations in 2017? And how can leaders prepare themselves for the year ahead?
5 Feminist Movements That Have Shaken Up the U.S. Workforce
There were some significant feminist movements occurring during those periods that both helped change women’s work suits—and shake up the U.S. workforce at the same time. Here are five movements from 1910-1960 that had a major impact.