Tempe CIO ‘De-Geeks’ Digital Equity, Geolocators & IT Hiring
Under the direction of CIO Mark Wittenburg, Tempe, Arizona’s IT department has spent the last year promoting innovation while excelling at the basics.
Leadership
Resolve Conflict through Relationship
When a disagreement arises at work, navigate to a mutual agreement in a way that maintains (or even strengthens) your working relationship.
Baby Boomers: Pass the Baton and Leave a Legacy!
Baby Boomers may be the most knowledgeable population. The knowledge that Baby Boomers possess is too vital not to share. It leaves a legacy.
Sponsors are Sometimes the Scariest Part of the Project!
People intrinsically understand that good sponsorship is vital for a project to succeed. But, more often than not, it becomes a significant barrier to delivering a successful project and realizing the planned benefits of that project.
The Little Employee That Could
I like to believe that when we put all the drama and toxicity of workplace gossip aside, everyone has the potential to prosper. However, we have to work to fully expose the potential and both supervisor and employee have to willingly address the bad habits.
How Digital Services Georgia Puts Constituents First
In Georgia, digital services don’t end at IT consultations and website updates. Instead, they’ve prioritized a human-centric experience.
How NIH Implemented a Culture Change Using Data and Feedback
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) developed a strategy to implement changes based on findings from the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey.
Redefining Yourself as a Leader in the Federal Workforce
Each new endeavor requires you to adapt to your surroundings and redefine yourself. Success means a variety of different things and is not the same everywhere. What worked in one location may not work in another location.
How to Create Safe Spaces at Work
Safe spaces give people a place where they can share their ideas without fear of repercussions, and express their identity without facing discrimination or harm.
Preparing for City Emergencies
As a former 911 and 311 director, I clearly remember the challenges of planning for an emergency. Both planned and unexpected emergencies demand an enormous amount of coordination.